Tutorial-Credit Card Holder
I just finished a giveaway at Tatertots & Jello & Jen was kind enough to let me guest post on her super blog! Now I can very proudly add one of those buttons that goes......I was featured on;) Well here is how to make Mini Lauren.............a trifolf credit card holder with a trigger clip:) 4.5"(12cm) wide x 3.5"(9.5cm) high when closed 9"(23.5cm) long when fully open including the flap. The slots are 3"(7.5cm) by 4.5"(12cm) each. · One exterior panel 5”(12.7 cm) x 7.5”(19 cm) · One circle with a diameter of 5”(12.8 cm).Use a compass like shown in the pic & draw on a paper & use it as pattern or draw directly on to the fabric & cut. From your lining fabric cut · One lining panel 5”(12.7 cm) x 7.5”(19 cm) · Two pocket panels 5”(12.7 cm) x 6.5”(16.5cm) From the fusible interfacing cut · One exterior panel 4”(10.2 cm) x 6.5”(16.5 cm) · One lining panel 4”(10.2 cm) x 6.5”(16.5 cm) · Two pocket panels 4”(10.2 cm) x 5.5”(14cm) · One flap circle Let’s start Applying fusible interfacing 1. 2. 3. 7. 8. 9.
Nail Polish Prints
Finally I took the time to paint my nails- to try the rubbing alcohol prints! Have you been seeing the newsprint nail polish lately? The trick: Paint your nails a light color for a base. Then simply dip your finger in rubbing alcohol and press a small piece of newsprint on top. You want to hold it on there for about 30 seconds, I thought you could just press and go...but you need the ink to be dark. I read you could use other prints as well. There I learned- the simple patterns are best. Once you have your pattern, paint a clear layer over the top (or else it will just wipe off) then wash your hands so the extra ink come off!
T-Shirt Hand Warmers
London is cold this time of year, which means my kids are too. So when it takes me fifteen minutes to prep them for playing outside, I want them to play longer than I spent preparing them for the cold. Most often their gloves fall off or get wet, sending their freezing hands inside within five minutes of stepping out. A handful of hand warmers seem to hold the kids over for a while longer, and are inexpensive and easy to make when using items on hand. Scrap t-shirt material Needle and thread Rice or beans Cut scrap t-shirts into any shape. Heat the warmers in the microwave.
Sweet DIY Votives
Here’s what you’ll need: 1. Measure the height and circumference of your jar, and cut strips of fabric to roughly fit (approx. 1cm wide – doesn’t have to be perfect). 2. In your small cup, pour in some glue and dilute it with a bit of water (about 1:2), mix well. It should be the consistency of slightly thicker water.. yes, I know I’m being vague but it shouldn’t make much difference to the end result. 3. Note: – I find that it’s ok to have fabric going above the top of your jar because it can be easily cut off after it’s dried. – I don’t mind the look of the overlapping lines of fabric once the candle is lit, but if you do try not to overlap the strips in the gluing process. ** Please only use only battery operated tea-lights (not real candles). Thank you, your sign-up request was successful! Given email address is already subscribed, thank you! Please provide a valid email address. Oops. Other posts you may like:
15 Fabulous DIY Purses for Fall
Fall is creeping up. What better way to celebrate a seasonal change than to craft a new seasonal accessory? Here are a few of my favorite DIY projects for making purses and pouches that are perfect for autumn or any season you happen to be falling for. Craft a cute coin purse from your fabric fall fabric! This DIY Reversible Purse from Martha Stewart will fit any season! I love this ruffled purse for fall from The Boy Trifecta. These Art Supply Pouches from Whip Up make going back to school more stylish than ever. The perfect tote for fall with plenty of pockets, this Plenty of Pockets Tote from Sew4Home makes keeping up with your devices and reading material a snap! And a few other diy purse craft projects I’ve fallen in love with: For more great diy fashion accessory and clothing ideas you can make to wear or compliment your wardrobe, be sure to follow my Fashion Forward DIY Board on Pinterest!
Souled Objects
Seeing photographs of Souled Objects creative process makes me giddy with anticipation to see their fully loaded website (COMING SOON! or so they claim!) How very badly do you want to curl up like a cat in the sun on one of those rugs? It can’t just be me.
Teepees for secrets and dreams
Sometimes I wish I had a place to hide and dream and let my imagination run wild - a place like a teepee! Should I buy one...? 1. Indoor Play teeepee here - $215 2. 3. 4. Plain indoor play teepee here - $175 ...Or make one? {Free PDF teepee pattern here} Little teepee tutorial here And last but not least, cats can have fun, too!
DIY Glow Jars Tutorial
Posted on October 19, 2011 by Christina Aren’t these glow jars sublime? They take about two minutes to make and cost only 20 cents a piece. These would look amazing at an evening outdoor wedding. If you like this project, check out my DIY ‘glitterarium‘. DIY Glow Jars Tutorial For each glow jar you will need: a jartwo Glow Sticksscissorsrubber glovessafety glasses Disclaimer: This is a project meant to be done by an adult – not a child! Purchase Glow Sticks (I got a pack of 15 for $1.50) and dig a jar out of your cupboard. Grab two glow sticks and cut at one end.
