I ♥ mathematics {platonic solids garland} Oooh….it’s been I while since I last posted. We had a smashing Christmas and new year. Hope you all did too! My computer died just before Christmas and it’s taken my hubby and I a while to bring it back to life…which is why it’s been a bit quiet. Now seems like a good time to thank all you lovely lot for visiting minieco over the last couple of years. In between posts I regulary use pinterest so do pop over and check it out if you haven’t already. There seems to be a bit of a Polyhedra craze going on at the moment. I have put together some templates for a ‘platonic solids‘ garland. Simply chop, score and glue together. Don’t forget to thread your cotton in whilst glueing the pieces together….I forgot! I’ll try to get a better photo of it in situ…our conservatory is really bright and sunny but the rest of the house is pretty dark (especially in this miserable weather). If you want something a bit more subtle then you could make the polyhedra white with some neon/gold thread!
Cupcake Flower Lights May 24 By Steph Hung May flowers have arrived! These lights were inspired by all the beautiful blooms I’ve been seeing around town. I wanted to bring the summer indoors, but they could make for some colourful outdoor lighting too: Making these floral garlands couldn’t be faster – all you need are cupcake papers and string lights, and you’re on your way to some simple summer lighting. Materials you will need: cupcake papers (large and small), string lights, scissors, and an exacto knife. Step 1: To make leaves – fold a small cupcake paper in half 2 times, and with the folded point at the bottom cut a leaf shape. Step 2: To make an 8-petal flower – fold a small cupcake paper in half 3 times, and with the folded point at the bottom cut around the top. Step 3: To make a 16-petal flower – fold a large cupcake paper in half 4 times, and with the folded point at the bottom cut around the top. Step 4: Cut a small X in the center of each paper. Sorry, the comment form is closed at this time.
Whatever Dee-Dee wants, she's gonna get it: Terrific Tuesdays- Chore Jar | Recipes | Craft Tutorials | Fashion | Motherhood Howdy! I'm Kirsten, the designer and creator behind Embellish, a blog in which displays loads of FREE PRINTABLES, tried and true recipes, parties and the occasional sewing project. I'm so excited to have this opportunity to share with you all my CHORE STICKS idea. Before we get started-- just a little about me -- I am a social worker turned stay-at-home-mom to two darling, rambunctious, active, kind and brilliant little boys, named Miles and Graham. I'm a lover of salty-crunchy foods, the food network and homemade whipped cream. I was inspired to make these color coded chore sticks by my childhood babysitter. As a child I thought I was so CLEVER and CUTE. Supplies needed: tongue depressors/ fat craft sticks, Mod Podge, sponge brush, scissors, spray paint (optional) and a paper cutter. This step is optional, but I like the look of darker woods so I spray painted my sticks on both sides. Next, download and print my FREE PRINTABLES HERE. Now, here comes the tedious part. Geesh...
DIY Project: How to craft a twine-ball light garland Time for another DIY craft project and today I’ll be showing you exactly how you can make this twine-ball light garland yourself. It’s one of those projects that’s a little bit messy and does take quite a bit of time, but it is so much fun. Plus you have a really cool piece of decor at the end of it. How-to make a Twine Ball Light Garland I’ve seen twine balls used for all sorts of purposes, from chandeliers to dining table decor, so I thought I’d have a go at making a light garland using this idea. I chose to use coloured twine, alternating between pink and purple twine balls. {You will need} Twine ~ Either plain or in colours of your choosingPVA Glue ~ About 1/2 litreCornflourWarm waterBalloonsMarker penVaselineOld tray for the glue mixtureA broom or long piece of wood to hand the balloons fromTwinkly light garland to attach the twine-balls toFishing wireSpraypaint in the colours of your choice ~ I used Rustoleum painters touch multi-purpose paint {Four} This is the really messy part.
Pretty Doily Poms: DIY Kits Posted February 3, 2011 | 29 Comments If you’re looking for a twist on the tissue pom, these doily poms may be perfect for you. These poms were spotted at My Haley Girl and are available in a multitude of colors. They can even come packaged as cute little DIY kits so you can make ‘em yourself at home! Poms of all shapes and sizes add whimsical decor to your photo booth, cake buffet tables, and ceremony/reception sites. Stay tuned for more later today!
Made By Marzipan You can make these eye catching wind chimes out of soda cans and washers. They make a light tinkling sound, and the metal shimmers in the sun. Supplies: Soda cans (3 or 4)Butterfly punchSingle hole punchClear thread & needlesMetal washers (medium and large)TwineTwigs How To: You’ll need a few basic supplies. You’ll need three or four empty soda cans. You’ll need a hole punch, and some metal washers. First you need to cut off the top and bottom of the can. Trim the edges so that they are smooth. Now use your punch to make butterfly shapes. Use your hole punch to make a hole in the center of each butterfly. Now it’s time to work with the thread. If you’re having trouble threading your needle, try using a permanent marker to color the tip of the thread. We’re going to thread needles on BOTH ends of our thread, because it will make the thread much easier to keep track of. When adding the butterflies to your strand, put them so that the pattern is facing outward.
TLC "Whimsical Wall Decor" Brighten up any space with personalized custom wall art. Create a one-of-a-kind gift for a new baby or housewarming, or change the look of any room in your home with this inexpensive and easy project that can be completed in an afternoon. Supplies Used: Wooden letters (available at any mass craft store)Coordinating 12x12 patterned paper - one sheet per letterXyron Creatopia with permanent adhesive refillCraft matCraft knife/Exacto knifeSandpaperAssorted coordinating embellishmentsCoordinating ribbonMini Glue DotsCraft Glue DotsScissors Gather all of your supplies/embellishments together and lay out your letters to determine which patterned paper you will use with each letter. To begin decorating letters, lay patterned paper face down on a craft mat. Using the craft knife, cut around the edges of the wooden letter until you have cut completely around it. Pull the scraps of paper away from the letter. The completed letters can be displayed in a variety of ways.
13 Kool Aid Inspired Crafts Kool Aid Inspired Crafts are perfect for summer! The rainbow of colors and flavors available are perfect for many crafts besides just drinking it. You'll love these 13 Kool Aid inspired crafts that include play dough, lip gloss, hair dye, painting, slushees, taffy and many more tasty treats. Crafts With Kool Aid 1. 2. 3. 4. Kool Aid Inspired Crafts 5. 6. 7. Food Crafts with Kool Aid 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. Things to Make and Do: Thanks Ladies. Creating Memories that Endure, Laurie For more free tutorials, craft, holiday, printables and DIY projects sign up for Tip Junkie's email with new How-To projects daily! 57 Clever Cardboard and Cardboard Tube Crafts to Make I've made several fun toys and activities for kids using cardboard but nothing like these amazing projects. You'll be blown away by these 57 things to make using a cardboard box and cardboard tube. They are DIY activities, games, and imagination building props to encourage your child to play for hours. Cardboard Box City 1. DIY Cardboard Playhouses ~ Create an entire city block with these amazing playhouses. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Cardboard Toys 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. Cardboard Dress Up 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. Cardboard Kitchen 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. Cardboard Transportation 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. Tube Crafts 50. 51. 52. Toilet Paper Tube 53. 54. 55. 56. 57. More Craft Tutorials: Thanks Ladies. Creating Memories that Endure, Laurie For more free tutorials, craft, holiday, printables and DIY projects sign up for Tip Junkie's email with new How-To projects daily!
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