This wreath is so cheap and easy to make! I used were old canning jar lids (purchased at a thrift store for 5 cents each), strung them onto a cord and knotted the two ends of the cord together to make a circle.
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
DIY: Canning Lid Wreath
As you may have noticed, I love recycling canning jars. I use then as drinking glasses,
coasters, storage, and now for a small Holiday wreath that I have hanging on the front door.
This wreath is so cheap and easy to make! I used were old canning jar lids (purchased at a thrift store for 5 cents each), strung them onto a cord and knotted the two ends of the cord together to make a circle.
This wreath is so cheap and easy to make! I used were old canning jar lids (purchased at a thrift store for 5 cents each), strung them onto a cord and knotted the two ends of the cord together to make a circle.
Friday, December 16, 2011
DIY Cowl Scarf
At recent holiday craft fairs I have been selling some very very lovely cowl scarves that I made out of vintage square scarves. They are so easy and so comfortable, I can't keep it to myself any longer!
Supplies:
Scarf - at least 30" long
Pins
Sewing machine (can also be hand sewn)
Scissors
First you need a scarf. I am using a vintage square wool scarf that is 32"
Lay it flat and fold one side into the center, and then fold the other side in so they overlap by an inch or two.
Pin the two sides together that overlap.
Carefully sew the two pinned sides together. Use a thin needle to reduce snagging.
Snip the end threads.
And you're done!!
Supplies:
Scarf - at least 30" long
Pins
Sewing machine (can also be hand sewn)
Scissors
First you need a scarf. I am using a vintage square wool scarf that is 32"
Lay it flat and fold one side into the center, and then fold the other side in so they overlap by an inch or two.
Pin the two sides together that overlap.
Carefully sew the two pinned sides together. Use a thin needle to reduce snagging.
Snip the end threads.
And you're done!!
Thursday, December 1, 2011
DIY Brand Labels
Supplies:
Stamp
Fabric ink pad
Pre-washed Twill trim (I use 1/2" wide)
Scissors
Iron (optional)
The stamp I use is a letterpress block I made to say "BELROSSA"
To get started, make sure the trim is pre-washed to minimize stamp fading.
Simply press the stamp onto the ink pad and then onto the trim about an inch or more apart
After stamping the trim, I like to heat set the ink onto the trim. This is optional, but will give longer lasting results.
Next, cut the trim into pieces, and you are ready for sewing!
To sew, fold the raw edges under and sew a straight line up and down near the fold.
*I found my letter press letters at a local antique store, they are also available multiple placed around the internet...etsy, ebay, antique webstores. My size is 28 pt font, and fits the trim perfectly!
Stamp
Fabric ink pad
Pre-washed Twill trim (I use 1/2" wide)
Scissors
Iron (optional)
The stamp I use is a letterpress block I made to say "BELROSSA"
To get started, make sure the trim is pre-washed to minimize stamp fading.
Simply press the stamp onto the ink pad and then onto the trim about an inch or more apart
After stamping the trim, I like to heat set the ink onto the trim. This is optional, but will give longer lasting results.
Next, cut the trim into pieces, and you are ready for sewing!
To sew, fold the raw edges under and sew a straight line up and down near the fold.
*I found my letter press letters at a local antique store, they are also available multiple placed around the internet...etsy, ebay, antique webstores. My size is 28 pt font, and fits the trim perfectly!
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