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Phil in the Whaaat? (PITW): Creativity Fusion. DIY Wrap Button Ring (i.e. Tuesday Tutorial on Wednesday!!) Before I start I need to make a disclaimer - I am aware that I am in desperate need of a manicure...I plan to take care of that in the next 24 hours! Now that I got that off my chest, let's create! You'll start with your materials & tools: buttons, wire (20-24gauge), pliers & wire cutters. I used about a foot or so of 20 gauge wire for mine, 24 gauge will be easier for beginners.

Put the wire through all of the buttons and cross them on the back (bottom pic). Wrap the long end around your ring mandrel (or highlighter or something that is a bit larger than your finger). Take the long end of the wire and wrap it around the bottom of the button, this will help it stay secure when you take it off the mandrel. Take the ring off the mandrel and wrap one side around the band about 4 times. Repeat with the other side and DONE! A super easy and inexpensive gift idea. That's my craft for today - making a bunch of True Love rings tonight for my lovely customers once product arrives.

Gumball Necklace Gift Idea. I think I caught the DIY bug. | Charlotte Tang. I’m alive! Not that I’ve ever left, but I’ve been quite a busy body with the new year and brand new projects at work that has transformed me into a hermit. I’ve also been quite occupied with some exciting freelance work that I will one day share with you all! Luckily, Family day long weekend was my saviour and has given me a breather. So now I’m able to catch up on some things like blogging and crafting : ) This past long weekend I’ve been obsessing over modern friendship bracelets, much like the ones seen on Etsy. Ever since I was a little girl I’ve loved crafting up a storm and especially when it came to jewelry. I still have my crazy box of bracelet threads and beads to prove it!

My box of childhood craziness. …and no, I wasn’t very organized. All these years of accumulated charms that I’ve never worn and chains that I thought were too nice to throw away, little did I know I had all the ingredients in front of me to make a unique set of modern friendship bracelets! Bracelet #1 detail. Rolled paper flowers {tutorial} |&jones design company. Welcome to flower week – five days of simple and delightful flower projects. I could probably do three weeks of flowers because there are so many different ways to create them, but I’ve limited it to five of my current favorites.

Before we get started, let me make a few disclaimers: 1. I find inspiration for projects all over the place {online, in shops, in magazines}, then figure out how to re-create them on my own. 2. 3. Okay, so let’s begin. Here’s what you’ll need: :: paper {either cover or text weight} :: florist wire :: scissors, pencil, glue gun STEP ONE: cut irregular circle This circle is approximately 8 inches, but you can do any size you wish. STEP TWO: cut spiral Start at the outside edge and cut in a spiral fashion to the center. I like a sort of bumpy shape so that the petals end up a bit irregular If you aren’t so sure about your cutting skills, feel free to draw your spiral before cutting. STEP THREE: roll your blossom start at the outside edge and coil tightly And your flower grows. Tutorials for Recycling T-Shirts. So way way back, in June, I wrote this Studio Organization post, about starting the process of organizing my studio by cleaning out the closet full of junk.

Well, it's September and...let's just say the closet is a work in progress. Some of the things that are taking up space in the closet are shirts that I never wear anymore. I realized I could repurpose them into something else! Here are some tutorials for recycling shirts: Check out these t-shirt scarves! (I apologize, this site seems to have removed their tutorial for this project.) Create cute little bows for accessories or packaging with this tutorial. Gorgeous ruffled pillow tutorial here. Looks like I have a lot of projects ahead of me to keep me from cleaning out my closet!

Kusudama Tutorial part 1. The Japanese kusudama is a paper ball made out of multiple identical origami shapes glued together. They were traditionally used as a ball for incense or potpourri but now we see them more for decoration or as a gift. Today I am showing you part 1 on how to make the Japanese traditional shape. There are many different patterns to make a kusudama ball but I find this the easiest pattern to get started. This is also the pattern I used to make the pink flowers on the tree in the banner. What you need for this tutorial is: 60 pieces of paper cut into squares.

Below I will show you how to make the basic shape, you need to make 60 of these. Fold the bottom corner to the top. Fold the left and right corners up to the middle corner. Fold the same points down. Open up the flaps you have just created and flatten them. Fold the top triangles towards you so they are level with the edges of the paper. Fold the triangles back using the crease you made earlier and glue the outside triangles together. Paper Flowers - Anyone Can Do That | FindInspirations.com. Japanese Kusudama, this tutorial is featured on Craftuts Anyone can do that, I assure you. The proof: I can, just take a quick look at my result below. And, believe me, I am neither meticulous nor particularly patient. You could even say I’m the opposite. Below you can see my very first attempt to create paper flowers. What you will need to make your own Kusudama paper ball?

1. 3. 4. (optionally) I prefer torn paper instead of cut. You have to start with a single petal. Now you have to glue your 5 petals into a flower. Apply the glue to only one side of each petal, except for the last one, in this case cover both sides with glue. Your first flower is done. Don’t glue every petal right after you make it. When all 12 flowers are finished you have to glue them together. When two halves of Kusudama Flower Ball are ready you have to glue them together.

At-Home Hair Color Guide. Hemera/Thinkstock If you've sprouted a few grays wondering what color you should dye your hair, it's no wonder. With dozens of choices and brands, finding your best hair hue can be exasperating. One common land mine: "Many women choose hair color that doesn't complement their skin tone," says Michael Canale, a colorist in Los Angeles. And because your hair is right next to your face, the wrong hue can make skin look drab and older.

Step 1: Figure out your commitment level. For a can't-be-missed change: Try a permanent color when you want to go up to two shades lighter or darker, says Clairol color director and New York City salon owner Marie Robinson. For a subtle pick-me-up and extra shine: Opt for a demi-permanent formula. For a noticeable enhancement with few strings: Try highlights. Step 2: Determine your skin tone. If you're going for allover color: Put on a white shirt, remove all traces of makeup, and drape a white towel over your hair.

Step 3: Start shopping! How to Make a Map Ring.