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Dessine moi un objet » Appartement. Whirl-it lampshade - Whirl-it lampshade - free DIY tutorial. We really needed a new lamp, and we´ve planned to make one for months. This week we finally got around to it. It takes a bit of different materials, but it´s really easy when you´ve started. We recommend making it outdoors, as it gets quite messy. The result is pretty neat, especially at night when the threads cast shadow on the walls. We planned to make the lamp using the yarn Garnstudio Ice, but it ran out really quickly, and we had to improvise by using a thinner yarn to complete it. What we used One big, round balloon. How we did itGather all the materials.Put the yarn into the glue and mix properly.

Fill the balloon to a desireable size. Hang it and start whirling. Whirl pretty tightly. Snow Globe Torture! « My sister sent me this link from Well Worn, who featured these Anthropologie snow globes used for featuring jewelry. Of course I felt immediate regret that I was too late to use this idea for a last minute Christmas gift. Oh Anthropologie. Why must you torment me so? However, I began to imagine how snow globes might make an AMAZING centerpiece for a shower or wedding (or even a favor at a shower?).

DIY instructions for making your own snow globe from Well Worn: You will need: All can be found at a craft or haberdashery store. *A jar of your choice (with a lid) *Figurines or jewelery *Anti-rust sealant for metal pieces *Clear-drying epoxy *Distilled water *Dash of glycerin *Large silver or white glitter (smaller versions will float at the top) Steps: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Make Your Own Sandals :: Etsy Blog. I’m Kathrin. I’ve always been inspired to make things, all kinds of things, using my personal interpretation of slow design. My material of choice is usually rescued or salvaged and then transformed into interesting, functional items and accessories.

I love hand-sewing, but also enjoy developing unusual designs, which can be found on my blog, annekata.com. However, I recently got side-tracked with an idea for summer sandals… Summer shoes are a challenge for me. I thought the soles of flip flops were quite useful and maybe, just maybe, I could figure a way to attach something to make them into wearable footwear. Materials: - Flip flops (remember, used flip flops work great, and are more eco-friendly) – Scissors – Piece of chalk or marker – Craft knife – Heavy duty waterproof glue – Recycled T-shirts – Screw driver – Flat butter knife or thin plastic ruler to stuff fabric into the soles – Clamps (or heavy books) Make: Cut the rubber bits at the point where they come through the sole.

Maedchenmitherz. Making reversible bag | :: verypurpleperson :: From top of straps to bottom of bag: 50 cm / 20 inchesheight: 28 cm / 11 incheswidth: 40 cm / 16 inches I don’t know because I used leftover fabric for my bag. You can print the pattern and place it on your fabric to make an approximation. It is only one piece of pattern. Fort similar bag, you can check Charlie bag by Burdastyle ($1.99). It is a bit bigger and has squared bottom. Please go to the bottom of this post to download the PDF pattern and tutorial. Disclaimer: You may use the finished products for both personal and commercial use (craft shops or markets only – no mass production). 1. 2. If you use my pattern, sew the darts before sewing the bottom and sides of bag. 3. 4. 5. Pull out each of the remaining straps. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.

A reversible bag! Thank you for reading and I hope this post is useful for you! Click to download: Chop Chop: A Clever Little Wrap. We promised you a little project. Using up scraps from yesterday's apron. And what a clever little project it is! Can you guess what it is? Need a clue? Why a chopstick case, of course! And these aren't just any chopsticks. Ukihashi's special angled tips ensure they never touch the tabletop, and that you won't need a chopstick rest! Then again, we aren't all chopstick lovers, are we? Want a case of your own? Visual learner? 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. That's it! We think this case would be a great way to wrap up a special pair of chopsticks as a gift. A little too feminine for you? DIY Fridge magnets and pushpins - tutorial.

(Be sure to upload your photos from trying this project into the Brassy Apple Projects Flickr group!) I love taking fabric and using it on other fun crafting projects besides just sewing or what you would typically expect. I have several projects I have done over the last couple of months and thought I would share them with you! So if you - or your kids - are itching for a little DIY project, here's a great one for the whole family! Fridge magnets and pushpins step 1: gathering the supplies - you will need large crafting "bubbles" with one side that is flat. Over top moving it around until you find a pattern that you like. Step 3: Trace around your bubble and cut out your circle. Step 4: Using a toothpick, squeeze out some glue and use the toothpick to apply it to the right side of your fabric.

Step 5: Using craft or hot glue adhere your magnets to the back and place them right side up to dry. Step 6: Once dry they can dot your fridge, metal file cabinet, etc. Push pins. Little Urchin Crochet Covered Sea Stones. For quite some time now we have been mesmerized and inspired by the work of the unsurpassable artist Margaret Oomen - we are particularly drawn to her crocheted stones. Her creations and her talent leave us absolutely speechless, as does her wonderfully kind personality. Resurrection Fern is her blog about her life as a mother of four, rural physician and textile designer. She also has an Etsy Shop where you can purchase her gorgeous crocheted stones (if you're quick enough since they go so quickly!) As well as beautiful still-life photographs of her crocheted stones. The Materials The Pattern In this tutorial I will show you how to crochet a cover for a smooth sea or river stone inspired by the lovely sea urchin. Step 1: Make a chain 10 stitches long. Step 2: Chain 1, single crochet (sc) from the center of the circle 12 times.

Step 3: Chain 2, 2 double crochet (dc) in each sc, slip-stitch to make a circle. Time to measure your work thus far against your stone. Tutorials. Okay, guys. This is my first tutorial, and it's pretty basic. If you have any questions, please ask them in the comments and I'll respond. It's instructions for making a tool belt apron like the one I mentioned in an earlier post. The tool belt apron was one of the first things I ever made and there is no pattern. That should give you an idea of how simple it is to make. If you can cut fabric (even somewhat poorly), iron fabric and sew semi-straight lines, you can easily bust one of these out in an hour or so. After you've made one (or if you have any experience sewing), the time comes down to about 20 minutes. These are one of the projects that are ideal for using up vintage sheets.

If you have a side seam left on the sheet, cut it off. Make a double fold along the bottom edge of the fabric and iron it in place. Once you have it ironed, sew a straight stitch the whole way across to make the hem. At this point, the apron should look something like this. And voila! Modern Colorful Mobiles. This bright and modern mobile project is perfect for a daytime wedding reception or shower and can be done in any color scheme. It will transform the room and make a big impact! The best part is this whole project can be made on the cheap--for under $25! Let's get started: Materials:Vellum paper (we used 14 shades) 56 sheets of paper total $17A sewing machine Fishing weights (not pictured) $5An exacto knife and straight edge (or a stack cutter)Artist tape (for hanging) Step one.

Step two. Step three. Step four. Step five. Step six. Furniture and Linens provided by Bay Area Rental Company: Abbey Party Rents. Poppytalk. Doily canvas bag. Thankfully everyone seems to be making a switch from plastic to lasting when it comes to shopping bags, so here’s another fun little tutorial on customizing one to make it oh so cute. You might notice a lot of doilies in my recent diy projects. Since I was getting so many ready for A Christmas Gathering I used a lot of the same materials…monograms seems to be pretty popular now too. My friend Cindy called while I was working on this and suggested I just go ahead a put a “W” on it for her, I happily obligied.

Canvas bag ($2.00 when on sale at Hobby Lobby), fabric paint, paper doily, Krylon Paper Finishes Adhesive Spray : Spray doily with paper spray adhesive and press down on the bag (not shown) . : Gently paint over the holes – I recommend paint meant for fabric, not crafts. . : Peel back doily before paint dries. Bag after doily is removed I traced on my letter and filled it in with paint. For a cook: fill it with cooking supplies For a gardner: fill it with gardening supplies. Design*Sponge » Blog Archive » sewing 101: making a pouf.

Add a burst of color to your room with this crafty pouf! At 17” wide and 10” deep, it’s large enough to serve as floor seating or a foot stool. (And if you have pets, I have a feeling they may want to make this their new favorite spot!) This project is a little challenging to sew, but it’s not too difficult, so if you’re comfortable with the basics of sewing, give it a try. You can make a colorwheel effect with a range of solid colors, or choose a variety of patterned fabrics for a louder patchwork effect. Medium-weight cottons work well for this design (check out quilting shops for great selections of solids and prints).

I love the idea of making a set of these poufs in a range of sizes, for a sculptural stack of cushions that will become a room element in their own right. CLICK HERE for the full how-to after the jump! Finished Dimensions: 17” diameter by 10” tall What You’ll Need ¼ yard each 12 coordinating fabrics (I used quilting cottons) 1 yard muslin 3 pounds fiberfill stuffing iron 1. Felted window drapes - DIY description. You will need carded wool, hot water and soap. Dip your fingertip in soap and rub just a little on a piece of wool. Wind it into a ball: Dip it quickly in hot water and roll between your palms: Ball? You think... Here´s how to fix it: Put more soap on the weird looking ball, and wind a thin layer of wool around it. The soap works like glue. Roll it between your palms again, really light handed first.. and then firmer.

49 Creative Reuse Ideas That Will Inspire & Surprise You Roundup | Apartment Therapy Re-Nest. Hazlo tú mismo. Craftsylish. April 21st, 2009 in gallery Email 7 users recommend You'll need an old wool sweater, empty cans and some starter plants (or seeds.) Wash the sweater in hot water on the highest agitation setting of your wash to make it felt up. You can run it through the dryer, too, if you want. Pattern or design used: My own design - Timary Petersonposted in: gallery, yarn, houseware, recycle, metal, sweater, upcycle, reuse, wool, garden, planter, houseplant, herbs Stay connected with CraftStylish Make projects inspired by nature's elements (earth, wind, fire, water).

Crafters must use any combination of recycled materials, items from nature (yes, we mean pinecones! Enter your projects by April 22nd to be eligible to win: Grand Prize: Yudu screenprinting machine 3 Runners Up: Red Heart Yarn Prize Package: -A Red Heart Eco-Friendly Tote -A Red Heart Refreshing Throw Pattern (LW1669) -Red Hearts Eco-Ways yarn --2 skeins Aquarium (3520) -Susan Bates Bamboo handle hook (13206), size 5mm{US H-8} Design*Sponge.