From Entertainment Unit to Terrific Toy Kitchen. I was long-distance for this entire project, so the only credit I can take is encouraging the purchase of an entertainment unit for the purpose of converting it into a kitchen, and making sure my sister, Shanda, had seen adequate inspiration from blogland before attempting this make-over. She got things rolling, but it is really my parents who did the bulk of the work on this project, so the first time ever, I am excited to have my dad–one of the miracle workers, himself–guest blog about the amazing work he did on this play kitchen for my niece, Talia.
Take it away, Dad! (Click read more to read the entire post with all of the sordid details!) TO BUILD A TOY KITCHEN FOR TALIA by Miracle Worker Dad (a.k.a Garth) (Or was it for Shanda? Or maybe us? I think we three adults really indulged our own lingering childhood fantasies that we justified by claiming to do it for Talia.) The first task was to find an appropriate entertainment center and then make it into something new and wonderful. Ribbon Flowers by MakeBowsandMore.com. Perfect Summer Bangle. Here's a fun tutorial on how to make a message bangle that's one-of-a-kind, done in the sun, waterproof and weatherproof.
Even after several trips to the beach, it won't fade or wash off! Essentially, it's the Perfect Summer Bangle. Used in this tutorial: Inkodye Red Prepare. All you'll need for this project is a raw wooden bangle (we got ours from DIYBangles.com), a black paint marker, plastic wrap, and some Inkodye! Transcribe. Write your message on a piece of plastic wrap big enough to wrap around your entire bangle. Perfect. Pour. Brush. Wipe. Wrap. Tape. Expose. Develop. Cut. Reveal. Wash. Enjoy. Iron-on vinyl coasters. At the local fabric store I found some iron-on vinyl to play with.
It's pretty neat—you can iron it onto fabric or paper. I tested it by making coasters. 1) Cut out two squares of fabric and vinyl for each coaster. (I wanted to end up with 4" coasters, so I cut my pieces larger than that.) 2) Follow the directions that come with the vinyl to adhere it to your fabric. 3) Place two of your newly laminated squares together, vinyl sides out. 4) Mark a square on the fabric with a disappearing fabric marker and sew the pieces together, following your lines. 5) Trim the edges with a pinking shears. (This heavy-weight fabric is by Trefle, sent by my supplier in Japan, AKA Megumi.) Diy 101: building your toolbox — adhesives.
I have been obsessed with craft supplies since my early childhood, and I am not afraid to talk about my lifelong love affair with glue. It’s rivaled only by my love of tape, but more on that later :) Glue is a magical substance, and trust me when I say that the ability to permanently stick anything to anything else has revolutionized the world. Did you know the first simple glue was invented in 200,000 BC? Clearly, we thought it would come in handy, and it has. Modern glues are leaps and bounds beyond primitive pastes, and today there is a strong, durable adhesive for just about every job you can imagine.
I’m going to walk you through some of the most common forms of adhesive available, excluding industrial glues and any industry-specific types of adhesives. Read more about adhesives after the jump! Types of Adhesives Craft/ PVA (polyvinyl acetate) Glue: This includes regular white glue, such as regular Elmer’s glue, school glue and glue sticks. Set & Drying Time — Varies. How to Glue. Scrapbooking with Fabric. In the days before I became addicted to scrapbooking, I enjoyed another hobby, called Scherenschitte, a German form of intricate paper cutting. I would cut these designs, lovingly mount them onto fabric, frame them and give them as gifts.
I collected a giant stash of beautiful fabrics as part of this hobby, a stash I have recently discovered looks just as beautiful on my scrapbook projects. Using fabric on a scrapbook page adds dimension, warmth, and interest to a scrapbook page. Most fabrics are perfectly safe for use in your album, although you should stay away from wool and wool blends that might attract moths. Using fabric on your pages requires no special tools, although you might want to buy pinking shears, spray adhesive and iron-on transfer paper.
There are many fabrics that look wonderful on a scrapbook page. Attaching fabric to your layout is just as easy as attaching cardstock. The best part of fabric is its versatility. Baby Sock Monkey | Creation | Cut Out. World Map Wall Mural. Project Gallery. General Crafts. DIY: Mini Doily-print Bowl by Sodapop Design. Everything Your Mama Made & More. HOMEFREE: Tutorial : Gumboots to Pixie Puddlers. I had just struggled out of my gumboots, was rubbing my calves where the tops of the boots chafed, noted that my socks were damp because my feet sweat enclosed in all that rubber but was thinking, in spite of all those drawbacks, how wonderfully comfortable the wellies were.
That's when I noticed the decorative lines around the foot of the boot and suddenly thought - "wow - if I cut that top line those would look like pixie boots". And they did! My feet slipped into and out of them easily. And I would find that my feet did not sweat. And my calves did not chafe. I wanted to personalize them so I punched holes around the top...... and wove some orange cotton to match the soles of the boots....added some buttons.....made another pair from a pair of kids boots.....cut down a man's size......threaded through some 'silver' .... ... the family is ready to step out.....
What do do with the cut off tops? I went even further with this pair and cut them down to the next line. A day in the life of the gilded bee. Eggshell Mosaic Bracelet by Tiffany Windsor | Cool2Craft. Celebrating her rich creative heritage, Tiffany Windsor’s beautiful eggshell mosaic bracelets are created with a vintage crafting technique made popular back in the 1960′s by her mother Aleene. Alcohol inks provide the rich and bright colors to this fan favorite technique. Featured on Cool2Craft TV. Watch Eco Tiffany’s Eggshell Mosaic Bracelet YouTube video tutorial! Materials: Resin jewelry shapes Egg shells (brown or white) Aleene’s Original Tacky Glue (in the gold bottle) Alcohol ink (color(s) of your choice) Beads (to coordinate with alcohol ink color) Thick clear glaze (for topcoat) Beading wire Jewelry clasp White craft pearls Crimp beads Bowl with water Sanding block Paper towel Launched in October 2009, Cool2Craft TV broadcasts weekly internet TV episodes and special live-streaming events featuring industry recognized hosts, reporters, designers, authors and manufacturers.
Myrtle & Eunice: How to Craft a Gnome. Remember these critters? I promised a ‘How To’. This is the basic-est of basic How To’s, because honestly, the sky is the limit and if I covered limitless sky gnome making, we’d all still be here next week. Locate your ‘give it a whirl’ attitude, and craft up gnomey queens and woodcutters, wizards and children, old ladies who live in a shoe (and email me at myrtleandeunice@gmail.com with any queries)... 1. You can make your own bodies using beads and pipe cleaners, but that’s another tute and the gnome bodies, shown below, are FABULOUS. So anyway, take one gnome body and a scrap of wool fleece (fleece ‘grips’ easier than the polyester stuff, but you could use a scraplet of batting)... 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. I'd love to see your gnomey creations! Mod Podge formula guide. You've been waiting for this fairy tale. - Mod Podge Rocks!
You’ve asked it in a few different ways, but the basic question is the same. I’m ready to explain to you with my Mod Podge formula guide – so let’s do this thing. And in case you are wondering if you should make your own Mod Podge, the answer is no. Here’s why. #1 thing to remember: All Mod Podge formulas are essentially the same in that they can all do three things.
They are all good for gluing, sealing and finishing. The finish or use may be different, but they are all capable of those three things. Classic Mod Podge: There are 2 formulas that fall under this umbrella: Gloss and Matte. Okay. Antique Mod Podge: There are some who love the look of vintage, aged projects that have an antique feel. Brushstroke Mod Podge: Are you looking to get the look of a hand painted image without the hefty price tag? Dishwasher Safe Mod Podge: You asked for it, and now you finally have it! Extreme Glitter Mod Podge: Do you want Sparkle Mod Podge on steroids? ———————- That should cover it!