Inspiration: Origami Cranes | It is said that when one folds 1000 origami paper cranes they are granted a wish. Source Source Source Source Source Here’s a link to a great video showing you how to fold a crane. Technique: Understanding Bias and making Bias Tape Bias Tape. What is it? What is it used for? What the heck does “bias” mean? And how can you make your own? Let’s talk about it! Have you walked by the zippers and threads in your fabric shop and wondered what all those cute packages of solid trim are? If you need a solid colored bias tape, the store bought stuff is convenient. With a few tools and an iron, a 1/2 yard of fabric is transformed into 9 yards of double-fold bias tape! You can watch a full video of this tutorial by pressing the play button below. And when you’re ready to sew it on, jump to our next tutorial: How to Sew Bias Tape. But I’m getting ahead of myself. Inside all those pretty packages are some interesting trims:* Bias tape usually comes in solid colors of polyester/cotton blended fabric, is 3 yards in length and varies in width and use.* Quilt Binding is a fancy name for wide bias tape. For this tutorial, however, we’ll focus mainly on Bias Tape. Bias tape is a type of trim and also a binding. Okay, still with me?
Search Results diy t shirt Moving from a big rental house to a small third floor apartment has been a bit of an adjustment. In a really good way! For starters, it dawned on me that although I’ve been patting myself on the back for the last 5 years on how responsibly I’ve avoided all manner of hoarding…I am, in fact, a hoarder. Another thing I’ve had to adjust to is that while not having a ton of storage space has been good for me, not having a ton of space in general makes organizing the necessities a bit of a challenge. This is where the “Cafe Corner” comes in. It’s hilarious how easy this was. - One 12″ wide, 96″ long, 3/4″ thick wood panel/board. - Wood Glue - Fourteen 1″ screws. - Eight 9 x 3 screws. - Two mounting brackets. - Pack of Sandpaper - Annie Sloan Clear Soft Wax - Clean rags or a t-shirt - Two stools. Tools needed: a power drill or Phillips head screwdriver and a tape measure or level. *Tip: thrift or salvage the stools and wood to bring the total cost of this project down to about $40! Instructions 1.
Easy and Unique DIY VasesInspiring Pretty Everyone loves vases, but it’s difficult to find one that is unique and not the same old run of the mill vase you’ve seen 1000 times before. As the most prominent centerpiece, you always want a vase to be special, just like the rest of your decor. Whether it is empty, holding flower, a candle pebbles or anything else, a vase can be boring or the perfect accent you’ve been looking for. And it’s only better when you can make it yourself flexing your craft skills and saving some money as well. This lovely vase is simple and its beauty is its simplicity. All it takes is a cute vase, some sequins and some glue. For this cozy yet stylish vase, pick up some clear craft glue and yearn and collect a few pop bottles, beer or wine bottles. For some true vintage charm, these are the way to go. courtesy of sjarmerende-gjenbruk.blogspot.com This is simple, whimsical and somehow elegant. courtesy of witandwhistle.com For those who want light, but don’t want fire, this is the vase for you.
Heart Hotpads – how to sew bias tape the proper way and the cheating way I love hotpads, potholders, whatever you prefer to call them.But here’s the thing….I hate to make them.So here’s my semi-handmade version!And with Valentine’s Day just around the corner, hearts were in order. Using these cheap potholders from IKEA and the thrift store: I made my own bias tape and bound my old hotpads with the new trim. In this tutorial, we’ll walk through the proper way to sew bias tape and the short-cut cheating way. So let’s get started.Grab a potholder. And you’re half-way done! Okay, now grab your 1/2 inch-wide, double-fold bias tape. Okay.The PROPER way to sew on Bias Tape.Sometimes I sew bias tape the proper way….and sometimes I take the lazy short cut. Unfold the bias tape. When you get to the bottom of the potholder, sew the two ends of the bias tape together. Okay, start sewing the bias tape onto the back side of the potholder. When you’re done, flip the potholder over and fold the bias tape over to the front side. And you’re done! And there you go!
DIY: piespraude / Mani rokdarbi / gaume.lv - Mode un Stils Daudzi domā, ka uztaisīt stilīgu, smuku un, galvenokārt, izmantojamu piespraudi ir grūti un sarežģīti. Bet tā nav, meitenes! Lūk viena no metodēm kā to var izdarīt bes liekiem sarežģījumiem. Nepieciešams būs: Sķēres, adata, diegs (audumam atbilstošā krāsā), audums un aizdarīte. No jūsu sagatavotā auduma ir jānogriež strēmele, kuras platumu nosakāt jūs. Ja viena no mālām ir nedaudz atirusi, tā ir jānogriež, savādāk tā irs tālāk un nevarēs to piešūt. Tad strēmeli pārloka uz pusēm un sakroko kā redzams attēlā. Kad ir apšūts apkārt visai pamatnes malai aduma atlikusī daļa ir jāsašaurina. Tā izskatās, kad ir piešūta visa strēmele. Pa vidu var iešūt kādu pogu, ja pa vidu palicis tukšums, kā man ir iznācis sājā gadījumā. Tad atliek tikai piešūt aizdari.
10 Affordable DIY Modern Wall Art Projects! & Curbly | DIY Design Community & Keywords: DIY, Craft, art, wall art Bare walls are the pits. Liven those bad boys up with some affordable modern art -- that you made yourself! Here are ten of our favorite DIY wall art projects to make this week. 1. Bubbles of magnificent splendor! This project is high-impact and low, low cost. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Happy art-making! Tagged : Craft, art, wall art, decor, decorating, Inspiration, Roundup, curbly original, DIY DIY - Bias Tape Maker Hi! This post is to share my recent discovery when I came across a bias tape maker in Susie Can Stitch. I''m still learning to sew and seeing the cute little bias tape maker she have...make me want to have one too!... Since I don't have a bias tape maker...so, I just sort of 'make' one.... Material : Craft cutting blade, some fabric straps, hair straightener (yup...) These are what I have on hand a common craft cutting blade.. Prepare some fabric straps... you should cut yours in bias grain for actual bias tape! (Mine are just normal fabric scrap...not a bias grain one.. This post is mean to demo how the cutter case works as a bias tape maker) Remove the end of the cutting blade Remove the blade inside as well Fold your fabric strap whichever way you want to bias tape to be... Insert the strap into the blade casing A needle to push it will be helpful Pull the strap from the tip... Here comes the bias tape!!! Use the thinner casing just the same way to product thinner bias tape Easy Peasy...Quick! Love
25 Handmade Gifts Under $5 If your gift list is long and your budget is small here are some great Handmade Gifts that you can make. Keep in mind that handmade items are not just beautiful but special… I love to give them and I love to receive them. In my opinion they are the best! Jersey Knit Bracelet Lovely! This would make a perfect gift for any of your girlfriends. You can choose the colors and recycle t-shirts that you have around the house. Cheap and cute! tutorial Paper Clip Earrings Tutorial This is a brilliant idea… and the possibilities are endless. Love it! Printed Candles Who doesn’t love a candle? Think about how many different stamps you could use to customize this project. tutorial Hot Chocolate Art! What a great gift for neighbors and teachers… I am personally a hot chocolate lover so this would make a great gift for me tutorial Tile Coaster You can buy these plain tiles at Home Depot for under a dollar. I’ve seen them with family pictures also… Way cute! tutorial Bow Belt I was amazed how easy this tutorial was. So Pretty!
DIY Sharpie Tie Die I love this Sharpie tie die DIY from The Art Girl Jackie blog! She did it with her adorable daughter and I think it’s a fun inspiration for this Spring and upcoming music festival season. Use this technique to spruce up your ratty t-shirts or maybe a pair of of cut off shorts. What You Need: Pre-washed white or light colored t-shirtRubbing AlcoholLiquid dropper or medicine dropperSmall plastic cup(s)Rubber bandsVariety of colored Sharpies Do It! Choose a spot to start and put your cup in right side up and secure a rubber band around the cup rim holding the shirt tightly in place.Pick your colors and create a small design in the center of the stretched circle. Photos and DIY via The Art Girl Jackie
Sewing Tutorial: Turtle Pincushion {With Pattern} As written here a few weeks ago that I have a new plan for Greeny & Pinky – the turtle pincushion pattern, I keep my promise and make good of it….. ***drum roll**** Please welcome….. COMBO Turtle Pincushion with Sewing Kit There are compartments to keep scissor, thread and some sewing needles in a proper place [Click "Next" on the photo browser above, picture 5 shows the compartments, or you can scroll down to see the step by step photos below]. This combo version is doubled the size of the original, but all you need to do is just enlarge the pattern to 200%. Previously, I gave out the Greeny & Pinky turtle pincushion pattern upon request. In this tutorial, there are 2 versions of turtle pincushions you can make: To make a smaller felted body version of Greeny & Pinky, use the written instruction below.To make the Combo version as shown on the pictures above, use the step by step photos after the written instructions. Oh, by the way if you would like to know where the scenery is….
DIY Wrap Bracelet You should all know by now that we are all about stacking bracelets on our wrists. The more, the better. In fact . . . the most, the best! With that being said, we’ll show you how to master a version of the ever so popular wrap bracelet. It’s so simple and addicting, you’ll soon be churning out these wristlets with your eyes closed. You’ll need (for a double wrapped bracelet) :* Lengths will vary depending on the size of your wrist (see comments for suggestions). Fold the length of leather cording in half to form a loop. Place the ball chain along the leather cording with the end of the chain meeting the end of the wrap. Continue wrapping while checking it for fit around the wrist. When you have reached the end of the ball chain wrap the linen cording around the leather strands 2-3 more times. Thread the hex nut through the strands and tie a second knot. Trim with scissors and your wrap bracelet is finished!! The materials are listed for a double wrap bracelet. It’s a party!
Make: A Photo Clip Frame & DIY Maven Confession: I am compelled to take pictures of flowers and insects. Problem: I don’t usually choose these to send to the printer. Solution: a photo clip frame. Credit: I saw something very similar to this at Pier 1 a few weeks ago and decided it would be a perfect way to display a bunch of my flowers and bugs; I also decided that I had everything on hand to make one…so I did. Unbeknownst to me, this project actually started at the end of last summer when my boo and I were out taking our nightly constitutional and came upon a box sitting in a neighborhood yard. What I used for this project: Drill/Dremel1mm drill bit (or roughly the same size at the largest wire used)1mm (19 gauge) wire.33 wirewire cutterpenciltape measurepliersandpaper, paint, brush18″ x 20″ wooden picture frame How I made it: I sifted through my stash of frames and settled on one of the 18 x 20′s. I sanded it down and gave it a couple coats of white semi-gloss. Next, I shoved 1mm (19 gauge) wire into the holes. Like this:
Nicole Mallalieu Design - Tips and Tutorials for Making Bags and Purses Tips & Tutorials Back to top VIDEO TUTORIAL - How to set in eyelets with a setting tool VIDEO TUTORIAL - Simple method for inserting purse feet. VIDEO TUTORIAL - How to Use a Clover Quick Yo Yo Maker This is an absolute must-read for anyone embarking on bag-making! ALWAYS use interfacing on any bag piece where the pattern reads "cut [specified number] i/f". Interfacing creates structure if it is used on the body of the bag - but is entirely optional here, and using it depends on the weight of the fabric and the finished look that you require. By fusing interfacing to every piece of the outside of the bag you'll add a lot more structure and "OOMPH" to the fabric. You can interface the lining if you want a stiff lining, but it shouldn't be the main support in the bag. It's important to remember that by adding an extra layer of interfacing to a bag piece, you are also increasing the bulk of the fabric. Click here to see the range of interfacings at Nicole Mallalieu Design 1. 2. 3. 4. 1. 3.