how to make a staple-free matchbook notepad.
In an effort to use up the damaged & small surplus of 2010 calendars I have on-hand, I've been experimenting with ways to repurpose them. These matchbook notepads were this week's project. They are easy to make .... and adorable ... and completely practical. I'll be making these to drop into my customers' packages as a token of thanks. The paper is from the offcuts of my shipping labels. You could use any scrap paper with at least one blank side for this project.- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -To make these staple-free matchbook notepads, you'll need:- a piece of cardstock / coverstock for the outside- 2 or 3 sheets of paper- sewing machine or needle & thread Cut cardstock into 9" lengths and whatever width you desire. Cut sheets of paper into 4-1/4" lengths and the same width as you chose for your cardstock. Make a 5/8 - 3/4" creased fold on one end of your cardstock. Tuck a stack of 10 pieces of paper into the fold. These are so simple and fun - try it out!
Impress Your Kids » Blog Archive » Magic Popcorn Christmas Ornament
Thank you! THANK YOU! I am totally giddy with excitement about how well received Truth in the Tinsel has been! I hope you’ve bought the book and joined the Facebook page. It is going to be SO fun to do this whole advent-ure together! I have literally been GLUED to my computer since the release of Truth in the Tinsel. Today, Lydia came home with the most fun ornament! All you need is a clear glass ball ornament, about 1 teaspoon of popcorn kernels and a paper bag. Take it out of the microwave and… Is that not the cutest thing you’ve ever seen?! Do you have a fun handmade ornament to share? linked to Show & Tell, Too-Cute Tuesday and Take a Look Tuesday Like this post?
V and Co how to: shag pillow
*no animals or plants were hurt in the making of this project. *one really stupid person did get hurt in the making of this project, but she would like to mention that even though the needle penetrated...no swear words passed her lips. it's was a modern day miracle. i love how this pillow turned out. i made it in green for two reasons: 1. it's still kind of cold here, and still kind of brown...will be for a little bit longer so i wanted some GREEN and springy looking happiness in my home. 2. it's the only color of jersey i had on hand, and living in the middle of nowhere doesn't let me just jump in the car and go to a store that i can find jersey fabric at (which btw this fabric was found at jo-anns but i would suggest amazon if you can't find what you are looking for, that's where i get a lot of mine when i can't find stuff) now lets get started: cutting: *cut from jersey fabric 19 strips at 1 1/2" each. *from each of the 19 strips cut 15: 4" length rectangles. the end.
DIY Super Easy Opaque Glass Painted Ornaments {Blue Christmas} | The Happy Housie
Blue for Christmas?!?! Well when you see these DIY Super Easy Opaque Glass Ornaments you might be wondering if I got my seasons mixed up. But no, I tell ya; I love blue. It has loooooooong been my favorite color. It goes with everything. Materials needed: - clear glass ornaments (the ones I used are actually glass-look plastic ones from Walmart – much less breakable for my 3 year old) – I used a 6/pk size and 9/pk size - craft paint (I think you could really use any kind of paint… leftover wall paint, leftover spray paint… whatever you have) - ribbon for hanging them These are so easy I only did a picture tutorial. Okay, seriously. I am loving them… so much so that after I saw it all set up I didn’t have the heart to put it away… and so the Christmas decorating begins. I have a few bloggy friends trying their hand at the whole Blue Christmas thing today as well- head over to their blogs to see what types of blue ornaments they have crafted up. Amy at The Blissful Bee Amber at Averie Lane
You Are My Fave
This is the latest installation for the ever-changing half wall, just in time for Cinco de Mayo. Because everybody likes tissue flowers and an excuse to bust out the seven layer bean dip. PS This Mexican themed wedding is so pretty and I think this is a perfect week to crank out a surprise cake.
Paper Flower Tutorial
I came across these incredible paper flowers and I just had to make them (then made like 100, I loved them so much) Now, I’ve created a tutorial to share the love! Perfect adornments for gifts, cards and even wall art! Art project using these, here! I found helpful tutorials here and on YouTube but I tweaked them using my own pictures and directions to make it simpler and more my style! you'll need: double sided patterned paper OR two types of patterned papercircle punch (I used Fiscars 1 ½ inch punch)glue stick or liquid glueflower center (I used vintage buttons) Punch out 8 circles on double sided paper or 16 circles (8 with each pattern). If your using 2 types of patterned paper, using a glue stick, glue both circles together (patterns facing out)Fold them in half and then half again, so that the circles are divided in four quarters. Fold two sections in so that you will get a point. Turn the circle over and fold again so that the two edges meet in the middle.
Paper Punched Easter Eggs Tutorial by Nikki In Stitches
Some of the best projects are also the most simple, and it doesn’t get much more “back to basics” than these paper punched Easter eggs. Simple and classic, they take just a few minutes to make and will last for many springs to come! Materials: 5/8″ paper punch Decorative paper Styrofoam egg Straight pins Glue Directions: Scroll through the pictures below. ~Nikki Find more from Nikki on her blog Nikki, In Stitches Tagged as: craft projects, craft tutorials, Easter, Easter Projects, How To, nikki in stitches, Paper Punched Easter Eggs
Knitty Gritty Thoughts: Happy Thanksgiving and Free Fabric Styrofoam Ball...
Supplies are easy, most of them you'll probably already have around the house. You'll need - Fabric - your choice of colors and prints. The amount you need depends on the size of the styrofoam balls you use and how thick you place the fabric. My mileage is between 1/4-1/2 yard per ball. Start by cutting your fabric in 2 inch strips as shown above. After you've cut the strips, cut each strip into 2 inch widths so you end up with 2x2inch squares You'll have a nice pretty stack of squares! Now, pull up a chair, put on a movie and let's get pinning! Now, you're going to learn how to fold the fabric squares. Next, fold the fabric in half again and hold it as shown above. Now, pin. Now, pin the second one. You continue doing this around and around and finish the first round. Start a second round slightly offset from the first and continue on your way, round after round. Continue along to the bottom. Voila! Here's a sampling of the latest balls I've completed. Careful! Happy Crafting All!
Wire & Paper
