Flax & twine: Day 22: A Crystal Wrap - a diy bracelet tutorial. I love this crystal trim–its inexpensive and very twinkly.
From the moment I saw it, I wanted to make this wrap bracelet. I started by trying to tack it to ribbon. It wasn’t stiff enough to carry it off, which is how I ended up with the ruffle necklace. Its twinkle led me to use it for the sparkle headbands, too. But, still, I was determined! The plastic crystal trim is easy to find and buy inexpensively at a craft store in the ribbon section. Together, they just look so Christmasy, don’t they? Materials: 1/4 or 3/8″ cotton twill tape (enough to wrap wrist 4x plus an inch – 36 inches or so for my daughter) Plastic crystal trim (on a spool) Needle Thread 1″ piece of cord elastic Plastic crystal button Time: 40 minutes Hem approximately 1/2 inch of the twill tape to start.
Tack on the crystal trim by stitching in between each bead. Let the bracelet fall as you stitch so you are stitching the beads with the twill tape curved as it would be around your wrist. Here it is from the front. DIY Sculpey Beaded Bracelet « greeneyed.com. Fun with sculpey!
It’s 1995 up in ‘hur! I just can’t get enough of this friendship bracelet craze. I even made one for Sunny. Materials: Polymer clay Dowel or skewer to use for punching hole in clay bead Baking sheet Thread Scissors Directions: 1. Make or buy: gift guide - maggie makes. Shoulder Bag Tutorial - E.L. I really should be sleeping but I've been meaning to post a clearer photo of this bag ages ago, so now here it is with a tutorial on how to sew one!
This is a fun piece as you can use your favourite cloth prints to create your own bag, I've picked out this fairy-tale-goth-like cloths in 2 different colours and a Japanese flowers print for my bag For this simple shoulder bag, you will need: 2 Patterned cloths - 1m each [this is an estimate with extras in case of mistakes] Patchwork-y Bifold Wallet Tutorial. Welcome to my first tutorial – I’m starting off with a wallet – which is a bit tricky and not first post material but I just finished it today and couldn’t wait.
I will post smaller tutorials on inserting a magnetic snap closure and other techniques used in this tutorial. Also I have a tendency to type like I speak i.e. really really fast with bad grammar – so if my instructions are confusing at anytime please feel free to ask me a questions =D What you'll need: 1 outer fabric cover rectangle = 22 cm (w) x 20cm (h)5 patchwork scraps for outer fabric – total = 5cm (w) x 20cm (h)1 inner fabric rectangle = 22 cm (w) x 20cm (h)2 interfacing rectangles = 2 x 22 cm (w) x 20cm (h)2 x fabric for foldable card storage = 2 x 20cm (w) x 51.5cm (h) 8 interfacing rectangles for foldable card storage = 8 x 20cm (w) x 6cm (h) 1 zip pocket fabric = 20cm (w) x 11cm (h) 1 zip pocket interfacing = 20cm (w) x 10cm (h)1 zipper = 7 inch/ 17 cm 1 magnetic snap Refer to the picture below.
Anthro Headwrap Knockoff. Despite the fact that I had lived in the Phoenix area all my life growing up, I decided that it would be a good idea to go to college in Flagstaff Arizona.
It was there that I discovered that I have a fairly low tolerance for snow, ice and wind. And by fairly low I mean, I’m a big baby and complain a lot when subjected to temperatures below 40 degrees. We won’t even discuss the ear infections I got every year from wind. Because of that, when I’m in snow country, I’m pretty quick to slap a hat, headband, and/or earmuffs on to protect my ears. And I’m always looking for new ways to look cute while still bundled. Pleated Purse Pattern. Pleated Purse Pattern.
Bag with gathered pleats – a little sewing project « spicy:seasons. I am so proud to say – after about 4 years (at least!)
Where I didn’t do any sewing, I just went back to my roots and started sewing again! The things I love to make at most at the moment are bags. Sewing your own bag is pretty cool and practical, because by making it on your own, YOU can decide how it will look like, where pockets are placed and which fabric should be used for outside and for the lining. After I tried some different sewing patterns (most of them turned out to be either difficult to realize or not satisfying when they were finished). So I finally decided to adapt one to my needs – added a little bit more fabric here, and removed some there. And here it is: a roomy bag with gathered pleats and long handles. Zip-Itself Coin Purse. This zip-itself coin purse is truly an amazing and creative handmade design… zip-up to a tetrahedron shaped coin purse, unzip to a long ribbon.
This zip-itself coin purse is made from 2 simple materials that you can get from the shop easily – ribbon and zipper. Get the tutorial on how to sew zip-itself coin purse with lining after this jump. I accidentally saw this zip-itself coin purse when I did a search for the tetrahedron coin purse and I love the idea. I knew I am going to scratch my head and drill into the detail of the design and make it one day…. But, this day hasn’t been long before I need to pull my hairs and bite my fingers to find out the how-to from a mere internet picture. On a relax weekend in June while shopping at a flea market in Straits Quay, I walked towards the only stall that sells handmade materials and finished handmade.
July 30, 2011 August 27, 2011 September 24, 2011 October 29, 2011 Time: 10 am to 10 pm. #6. Make Homemade Gifts for a Year. For this goal, I defined it by saying I will make a homemade gift for each member of our immediate family at least once during the year, either for birthdays or Christmas.
Yesterday was my cute sister-in-law's birthday. I decided to make her this little coin purse/mini wallet. I had a lot of fun with this little project and will probably make more. I especially liked picking coordinating fabrics and am in love with the ones I ended up picking. The finished product measured about 3.25 x 5 inches.
Sew la vie: my market tote - finished, with photos. I made a tote yesterday, according to Holly's tutorial (of the bijou lovely designs blog).
Here's her tote, in a perfectly photographed photo that I envy:Here is my tote, which I love, but which deserves much better photos... better lighting and focus, I know!! I'm happy with the result! And it is all made up of fabric from my stash! Sew la vie: super cute sensible lined everyday bag. Yesterday, after completing the puffy applique pillow cover for my boyfriend, I made a quick little tote bag. What do you think...? A Merry Mishap. We know, we’ve mentioned our love of neon and old school, throwback jewelry in some recent posts, and today we’re at it again. If you didn’t think neon and geodes went together, we strongly urge you to reconsider!
A Merry Mishap happens to make fabulous geometric shaped jewelry in fun neon colors. The look is fresh and modern but also a throwback to our childhood days of making clay beads. We think the rings are pretty badass, but are truly obsessing over the friendship bracelets – such casual, fun, colorful, summer-y accessories! All of the jewelry is individually handmade with clay so each piece is totally unique.
{macramé: half knot spiral} washer & wingnut bracelet. By Kate on October 25, 2011 Hello there! I finally got around to posting after a hectic few weeks. I’ve been working on a big project which is all done and dusted now so I will be making more frequent updates between now and Christmas…phew! I sincerely wish there were more hours in the day! Pulseras de cuero e hilo de colores. Es uno de mis modelos de pulsera favorita porque te permite jugar con el color. Es sencilla de realizar, combina cuero e hilos de colores, yo he usado hilo de bordar cuyos colores son luminosos y el colorido es muy variado.
Inspirándonos en los cartoncillos de los hilos, los peques han hecho las etiquetas. DIY : Braided Hex Nut Bracelet. RHINESTONE BANGLES {make it monday} « greeneyed.com. I’ve had this project on the back burner for a long time and I’m so happy to have finally finished it to show you all! These bangles make great sparkly accessories for the holiday season or easy DIY presents for your fabulous friends!
*NOTES: I bought a stack of 20 simple bangles at Target for less than $5. The rhinestone strands are from Michaels. You can use dots of glue to help start and finish off the thread wraps if you find it easier and less stressful than tucking and wrapping. Photos: Courtesy of Ashley Weeks Cart. How to Make T-shirt Bracelets. DIY Friendship Bracelet. For several months now, we’ve been receiving emails requesting a friendship bracelet DIY.
Well, friends, ask and you shall receive! Today, we’ll give you a step by step tutorial on the classic chevron pattern. If you used to whip up friendship bracelets like a champ in grade school and have since forgotten how, consider this a refresher course. And if you can make these with your eyes closed and arms tied . . . umm, can we still be friends? You’ll need:embroidery threada safety pin or tapea pair of scissors. Double Strand Lace Headband.
Today’s headband DIY is how to make a Double Strand Headband. This headband is made almost exactly the same way as the Single Lace Headband. All you need is 36 inches of lace or ribbon 1 inch width or narrower. Fabric Wrap Belt. Summer is great for cool cotton dresses and flowy shirts, but sometimes they need a little extra color or a more defined waistline. Enter the wrap belt, inspired by an Anthropologie design! Double Braided Headband. Piperlime.com Knockoff Dress. ...love Maegan: French Pouf! Chiffon & Tulle Flower Accessory DIYReader Request Maeg-it Yourself Tutorial Fashion + Home + DIY + Lifestyle + Blog. * French Pouf Accessory : Pin, Belt, Hair from Ban.do * Beginner's Bias Tape Bag with Free Downloadable Pattern. YARN BRACELET DIY! TUBULAR BRACELET {make it monday} « greeneyed.com.
My line-up of DIY projects was put on hold last week when a friend’s grandfather passed away. She asked if I could make her and her family a series of red, tubular embroidery thread bracelets to wear during the mourning period. Craftaholics Anonymous™ How to Make Rosette Fabric Flowers. How to Make a Rosette Come learn to make one of the hottest crafts…. Lace Flower Hair Pin. Re-Vamp your Friendship Bracelets! DIY rope bracelet from a J.Crew shopping bag! « sideoats + scribbles. DIY Circle Scarf. DIY Fabric Wallet/Cash Envelope « Lady Lullabuy's Blog. FREE Cash Envelope System Template. Morse Code Wrap Bracelet. Morse code. Wrap Bracelet. DIY: Beaded Wrap Bracelet. How To Make A Custom Laptop Bag.
DIY Fashion and Craft TutorialsStars for Streetlights. Return on creativity: lil leaf tote bag. Return on creativity: feed sack messenger bag. Its a DIAPER BAG!! Back to School ~ Laptop Bag. DIY Utility Cord Bangle « greeneyed.com. Michael ann made.: woven friendship bracelet tutorial. Super cute sewing tutorials. Zippy Wallet Tutorial. DIY Woven Bracelet & Necklace « greeneyed.com. DIY Woven Chain Bracelet. My So Called Green Life...: How to Sew a Credit Card Wallet, Business, or Gift Card holder. Headband tutorial. What the Hex? Sailor Knot Rope Bracelets, Memories Of Summer - Creative Dish. DIY Beaded Bracelet « greeneyed.com.