How to make 25 paper Christmas ornaments Here's a roundup of ornaments you can make from paper.Above left: I made with these instructionsAbove right: I made with these instructions (Update: this is now an old post; some of the links no longer work.) More: Printable snowflake 1 Printable snowflake 2 Paper snowflakes stapled together into something 3-D Not 3-D, but nice snowflake cutting templates Origami star Ornament made with circle cut-outsFlower ornament Ball-like star Ball-like... ballFlower ballGeodesic ballMulti-colored balls made this way, but fastened with wireMany-pointed star Mini star-shaped bookletGlitter star ornamentsMoravian stars Recycled paper ornamentCrystal ornament free download plus a gallery of inspiration Huge spiky star Origami Christmas tree 1 Origami Christmas tree 2 Kirigami Christmas tree 3 Happy folding!
Printables Printable Mini Super Stars by Alix Sorrell I recently returned from a trip to India where beautiful paper stars (leftover from Christmas) were hanging everywhere! Even though the holidays are over, I loved how fun & versatile they were. These printable stars can be printed on any color paper which makes them the perfect addition to any party you were planning. Click through for instructions… (more…) Printable 2015 Calendar Did 2015 sneak up on you like it did for me? (more…) Printable Popcorn Poppers This New Years, surprise your friends with poppers that are filled with… popcorn! (more…) Printable Holiday Bags & Tags Need a super simple way to dress up a small gift or holiday treats this year? Click through for instructions… (more…) Printable Faux Bow Gift Boxes Cute packaging is one of my favorite parts of the holiday season! Click through for instructions… (more…)
Pop-up Lotus Card I first discovered the lotus card on folding trees and decided to give it a try. I'm really pleased with the results. The lotus flower seems to come to life when you open the card. There are detailed directions with templates here, on how to make the card. Folded Paper German Star Video Tutorial I made a tutorial for folded paper German Stars. Sometimes they are called Moravian Stars or Froebel Stars. You may want to make some for decorating a Christmas tree, gifts, wreaths or to display in a pretty bowl. My favorite are the pure white... so pristine and elegant. They are very pretty in bright colors too. A popular shade of blue... cool and wintry. My tutorial is in two parts Part 1 Part 2 (Note: Traditionally these German Stars were dipped in paraffin to help protect them from the outdoor elements. In response to some questions I have received about the paper and the wax: I have used paper like the kind you use for the computer and taped the strips together for the length I needed. I have ordered paper strips from the Starcraft Etsy Shop and really like them. I LOVE the metallic paper ~ it is easy to work with and makes gorgeous stars. Construction paper does not work. Click link below for How-to for dipping stars in wax
Temari by Barbara B. Suess, Author of Japanese Temari, Kiku Designs Japanese Arts and Crafts Temari Folding Trees Japanese Paper Doll Card Awhile back I found a lovely tutorial on how to make Japanese Paper Dolls on Kimono Reincarnate. As soon as I saw the dolls, I knew exactly what to make with them, cards. Above is one of the cards I made. Wouldn't these Japanese dolls look pretty covering a Christmas tree?
Alcohol Inks This technique is so simple! So easy that I could kick myself for not ’seeing’ it sooner! Its been staring at me in the face all along; still, better late than never huh! This technique involves using clear packaging tape or heavy duty masking tape to actually LIFT off the image and use it to make an impression or background. There was several ways you can apply the tape lifting technique. Read on for details. Getting Started – Tools Needed For Tape Lifting The first thing you need is Wide Clear Packaging Tape; you can use any size tape but I prefer to go for the widest as you can lift bigger images and your not as limited. Heavy Duty Masking Tape; you want the strong stuff not the low tack variety. Next you need Printed Papers to tape lift from; Newspapers are perfect for this because they are so thin. You will also need Rubber Stamps of your choice and a good Black Permanent Dye Inkpad (for example memories). Which Tape Is Best For Tape Lifting? Creating Tape Lifting Backgrounds: 1. 2. 1.
The Origami Page This section is intended for the beginner. It introduces all of the major folds in origami and shows how they are done. It also provides a large number of simple models that aim to allow one to practice these folds. Part 1 Paper and arrows Most origami uses a single uncut square of paper, and this website is no exception. On origami diagrams, arrows show you which direction the paper is to be folded in. DIY: Mod Podge Don't you guys love Pinterest? That's where I found this idea. Here's a great way to save some money on your craft addictions; make you own Decoupage! You need.... A jar Elmers Glue Water Empty the glue into a jar. Add Water. Shake shake shake And you are done!! I know it works because i used it to paste this paper label onto the jar :) It could make a great gift for your crafting buddies Do you have QUESTIONS about this?
Stampin' Up! Scallop Oval Frame Owl Card and Gate Fold Latch Video - DOstamping with Dawn, Stampin' Up! Demonstrator This Gate Fold Latch card was a huge hit at my Big Shot Club class last month, that I decided to share it online today. The idea came from my friend Kelly Acheson. Thanks Kelly! Who would have thought of a tree when you look at the Scallop Oval Frame die? VIDEO: Gate Fold Latch Owl Card from Scallop Oval Frame Dawns Stamping Supplies Stamps: Punch Bunch (from SAB)Ink: Chocolate ChipPaper: Crumb Cake, Chocolate Chip, Basic Black, Wild Wasabi, Poppy Parade, Very Vanilla and Woodland Walk Designer Series PaperAccessories: Big Shot, Scallop Frame Oval, Square Texture Embossing Folder, 2-Step Owl Punch, 2-Step Bird Punch, 1-3/4" Circle Punch, 2-way Glue Pen, Stampin' Dimensionals Purchase the Stampin' Up! Enjoy~Dawn O Dawn's Reminders Earn free stamps!
A blog and podcast for those who love everything handmade » Felt Your Sweaters & Make This Rug, Paper Piecing Workshop Recap, etc., etc. I spotted this fabulous rug made from felted wool sweaters while reporting an upcoming craft column. I’m not going to spill the beans about my featured artist before my column is published, but you can buy the pattern for the design to the left here. I haven’t had time to try it out yet, but I love the finished look and tempted to give it a whirl. Yep, right after I finish my “Grandmother’s Garden” quilt. (Humor me, please.) The English Paper Piecing workshop was a wild success. I was nervous that I wasn’t going to have room for everyone who signed up, but then there were a couple last-minute cancellations and everything worked out. A special thanks to the nice people at Paper Pieces in Sycamore, Ill. for donating sample packs for the workshop. If there’s anyone out there interested in sponsoring an upcoming craft workshop by donating fabric, yarns, hooks, needles, notions, kits or other supplies, feel free to e-mail me and I’ll let you know if I can use your stuff.
paper flowers | Talk Crafty To Me Why not brighten up your gloomy winter day, by making your own paper flowers. This super simple project takes only about 5 mins and is sure to brighten any room. Add them to twigs or branches for an instant bouquet or simply throw them in a bowl. Originally created by Martha Stewart, Wendy from DoziDesign has whipped up a quick tutorial. Head on over there and start making flowers to your heart’s content. Pictures from Dozi & Jen Elisebeth. related posts
Craft and Hobby Books A creative mess is better than tidy idleness. Pick up a book on a craft or a hobby and get your hands dirty. The Boy Mechanic Vol. 1 700 Things for Boys to Do How to construct wireless outfits, boats, camp equipment, aerial. gliders, kites, self-propelled vehicles engines, motors, electrical apparatus, cameras and hundreds of other things which delight every boy. The Boy Mechanic Vol. 2 1000 Things for Boys to Do How to construct devices for winter sports, motion-picture camera, indoor games, reed furniture, electrical novelties, boats, fishing rods, camps and camp appliances, kites and gliders, pushmobiles, roller coaster, ferris wheel and hundreds of other things which delight every boy. Things To Make | by Archibald Williams The making for oneself of toys and other objects of a more or less useful character has certain advantages over buying them. Amateur Work Magazine Vol1 Amateur Work Magazine Vol3 Amateur Work Magazine Vol4 Amateur Work Magazine Vol5 Amateur Work Magazine Vol6