how to create fake calligraphy I have always loved beautiful calligraphy. Years ago, my former boss brought me back a calligraphy pen and ink from her trip to Italy. I was so excited to try it out and figured it would be super easy to turn my handwriting into calligraphy with just the flick of a nib {that’s the technical term for the metal pieces that go in the pens – not to be confused with my go-to treat, the twizzler nib}. It didn’t go so well. Then I met Lindsay {of Lindsay Letters – who created that fabulous O Holy Night print } and figured since she is a pro, she could surely give some pointers and it wouldn’t be too hard. Again, the pen and ink proved too complicated for my impatient hands {have you ever tried it? I have yet to learn how to use a real calligraphy pen {although it is on my list of skills to master someday} and have just stuck with my fake calligraphy technique. First, choose a good fine tip ink pen. Now, write your letter. See how easy it is? Here’s another example. then filled in the down strokes:
Pinterest Inspired DIY Projects OK, So I have completed two DIY projects on my list so far... The first one is this organizer. Since I am getting rid of my teacher desk monstrosity, and moving to a table, I need a place to put all the stuff that was in my drawers. So... I could not get the pics to come out well. Click on the picture above to get a copy of the file. My second project was to create the signs for this door I saw on Pinterest. So here is what I came up with... The cards ready to be cut out, laminated and adhered to my door for the first day of school. Click on the image to download the PDF file. Also, I am working on Learning Objectives backgrounds to go inside dollar store frames for this project (also found on Pinterest)... So far, I have completed the Western Theme, Seuss Theme, and Buzzy Friends Theme, and Camping Theme. Click on each image to get the PDF file. My duct tape goodies will be here on Monday, and I can't wait to start playing with that! So what have you been up to this weekend?
diy activity book & free printable | lovely indeed **PLEASE READ: Update 3/13/13. The link to download the file is here. And enjoy the new, upgraded photos of the booklet! Also, a few pointers for printing and using the template follow below. The template prints best if you actually download it and print from a Preview program. **PLEASE READ: Update 3/20/12. Happy Wednesday, Lovelies! All you have to do is click here for the PDF file, hit print, and go make some copies!
20 Creative Guest Book Ideas For Wedding Reception Stay Updated to the Latest Blog Post!SUBSCRIBE NOW FOR FREE! Wedding guest books are invariably a terrific way to perhaps recall the special time you had with your guests at your wedding. It’s the first things about the wedding celebration your guest would probably see and give you a brief remark that you will appreciate everyday for a long time to come. Think about matching the theme of the guest book with the total theme of the wedding event. Make a memory “book” loaded with heartfelt messages. Bored with the typical sign-in albums with listing of names where wedding guests basically sign and pass it around? 01. Make sure the polaroid camera has plenty of film. 02. Either side on the puzzle features a portrait photo chosen by the bride and groom and have the back side for the wedding guest’s personal comments. 03. Bring life to your party celebration. 04. Design your guest book as a work of art. 05. 06. 07. 08. Cut-out bubble shapes and coat it with chalkboard paint. 09. 10. 11. 12.
DIY - Danielle and Joe 10910 Wedding Dress Label - My Something Blue This is technically not my DIY but my mom made it for me and I designed it so it made the cut for this page. We got a square from my wedding dress to use for the fabric and then my mom hand stitched the text. I am planning on having my seamstress sew it into the inside of my dress for my something blue. Honeymoon T-shirts! Joe and I wanted matching t-shirts for the HM...yep we are that couple :)...not as bad as having a set for each day but we decided on making two pairs total. The first pair are black t-shirts that have iron on letters on them. The second pair is white and I made them with iron on transfers I bought at Joann that you can print out from your computer. Here are pics of both pairs! Front Back Popcon Salt Shakers I have officially gone overboard on my DIY projects :) but I really wanted to do these so I went for it anyway. I used my 1.5 inch Xyron sticker maker machine to make three 1.5x5.5 inch strips. DIY Hair comb DIY Veil Close up shot
Re-Purposing: Sweater into Sling Purse .Have you noticed my newest sponsor Shoot In Style, found here? All you photographers (beginners and expert) will absolutely adore the great selection and quality of these great camera straps. Each strap is stylish yet perfectly comfortable and have quick release buckles attached to each end……making strap switching a breeze. .Looking for the Much Ado About You giveaway? Fall is the time that I start looking through the piles of old sweaters. Do you have a big stash like I do? It’s time to give those old sweaters a new life. (Haha, whew, I didn’t realize how many there were until I started attaching the links. But today, the old (too short) angora wool sweater becomes a sling purse.. And I think that this sweater is much happier out in the cool fall air, rather than in my stuffy dark closet. Don’t you agree? It really is a great cozy little companion for any sort of outing. The bottom of the purse adorns the ribbing from the bottom of the sweater……as well as each side of the strap. .
Craft Inspirations and DIY Below you will see how to make:Personalized Hand SanitizersStoring your BootsWrapped LettersShredded T-ShirtChristmas Photo TagsPhotos on MetalPhotos on WoodRemovable Snap On & Off Lace ShortsDinner Menu BoardStamped Coasters from Bathroom Tiles Photo Magnets from Glass Gems or MarblesSticky Notes Clipboard from CoastersJewelry Holder out of FrameQuick Poodle Skirt Personalized Hand Sanitizers What you’ll need: Bath & Body Works hand sanitizersLabel TemplateColor PrinterGlueRibbons My mother-in-law and I were helping with a bridal shower and so we wanted to give out favors that would be cute but something people would ACTUALLY use. 1. Then I went online and searched free digital scrapbook paper to create my labels on photoshop. - - - If you are new to digital scrapbooking…here's a free video tutorial for beginners. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Storing your Boots Pool Noodle (I got mine at the Dollar Tree!)
Backlit Canvas Art Do you have one project that you've been longing to do, but just haven't found the time yet? This is it for me. I call it my Backlit Canvas Art and the inspiration piece has been pinned in my "Crafts to try" Pinterest board for ages. My "pin"speration is an artist's piece made from metal that has hand cut flowers all over it. So I decided to give it a go and create my version. There are two main differences between the two: 1. 2. The idea of the canvas is that during the day (ie. with the Christmas light off) you have a beautiful sculpture while at night (you guessed it, with the Christmas lights on!) How about a tutorial? Supply list Mounted canvas (mine is 10"x10") cardstock to fit on your canvas (mine is 12"x12") stamps ink pad X-acto knife light source* *I wasn't sure if I wanted to use a single bulb or Christmas lights so that is why both are in the above picture. I decided to go with the same flower theme as my inspiration piece. I randomly stamped various flowers across my cardstock.
DIY Chan Luu-Style Wrap Bracelet Like this: Like Loading... Filed under Accessories, Bracelets, Jewelry Tagged as Accessories, bracelets, Chan Luu, DIY, DIY Jewelry, do it yourself, Fashion, Fashion DIY, jewelry, Runway, Runway DIY, Wrap Bracelets DIY TUTORIAL and a giveaway! Happy Monday everyone! Today I am going to show you how to make this necklace and introduce my first giveaway! Below are the steps to make this tulle necklace. And to win this necklace, just leave me a comment below! A winner will be announced on Friday. Good luck! Step 1: Pick out your fabric and beads. Step 2: Measure the fabric around a bead and then add an inch, this is where you will cut. Step 3: Cut the fabric the long way. Step 4: You should now have a long strip of fabric. Step 5: Sew the folded fabric at the open end. Step 6: You should now have a tube. Step 7: In order to turn the tube right side out, attach a safety pin to one end. Step 8: Feed the safety pin through the tube. Step 9: Once the tube is right side out, put a bead in the tube and center it. Step 10: Make a knot at each end of the bead. Step 11: Feed another bead into the tube and knot after the bead. Step 12: Sew the ends shut. Step 13: Add flower by gathering strips of the fabric together and sewing the center together.
Easy, cheap kids craft ideas Did you like this? Share it: FREE Cash Envelope System Template | Kelleigh Ratzlaff Designs If you're new to Kelleigh Ratzlaff Designs, you may want to subscribe to my RSS feed for updates in your favorite feed reader or by Email. Don't forget to subscribe to my newsletter so you don't miss out on any great discounts on my templates! You can also follow me on Twitter and "Like" me on my Facebook Fan Page! Update: I opened up an Etsy shop!! As I’ve mentioned before, we went to the cash system endorsed by Dave Ramsey not too long ago. The idea behind using cash is that it hurts to hand over that $20 bill. I can’t even begin to tell you what this has done for us. So, today’s FREE template is in honor of the cash system. I decided that it was high time I had prettier envelopes. Before I get started, let me direct you to some pretty good tutorials (if I do say so myself!) Where to Start – offers suggestions for basic materials to get you started with hybrid, if you are interested in using digital papers with your template. Now, print your project! Then, I folded the sides in.
DIY {doily canvas bag} & ashleyannphotography.com 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
DIY Dixie Cup Garland :: Hey Gorgeous Aug 10 Cuteness alert coming right at you, but how fun is this little DIY project, guys? I found the original inspiration on Pinterest (the ‘lamp shades’ were covered in Hallowe’en hued paper) but figured I’d give it a go using my fave hues. Wouldn’t this garland be absolutely fabulous for a bridal shower, an outdoor wedding and or even the most perfect addition to a nursery in lieu of a night light? Check out the awesome step by step photos below shot by the always wonderful Jenna. {Step 1} Carefully cut apart a Dixie cup and smooth it out so it is as flat as possible. {Step 2} Using double sided tape, adhere one end of a shade cover to a Dixie cup. Like so! {Step 3} Using a pencil (or you can just eyeball it) you’ll make an X on the bottoms of the Dixie cups. I only made a select number of shades for the purpose of the photos here but you get the idea. And just in case you’re wondering how your little cups will look when you plug in your lights, here’s a shot for you :) xoxo