Tissue paper roses are perfect to use as decorations, gifts or for scrapbooking. Not only are they inexpensive, but if you know someone with allergies they are a good alternative to the real flowers. Thin sheets of tissue paper make it possible to copy the look and texture of a real rose...
as well as the weight of the product. If you don't want to use a nail, opt for lighter decorations that can be hung with thumbtacks, two-sided tape or adhesive strips instead.
Notes: Dryer lint also works well for the base of the ball. For the yarn, don't use your fancy alpaca yarn here as it won't show in the finished Temari. You can use your odd bits and bobs of yarn, or perhaps that skein that you just aren't in love with anymore. The wrapping ...
1. Cut out the hat shape from felt. PS – we don’t use the glue for the hat but I did use it to make the flies legs a little stiff. Put a little on your fingers and rub it onto the threads. Also- I love that glue. 2. Bend one end of the chenille wire over- about 1/2...
Step 5: All the way across the tissue paper, make narrow cuts from the top diagonal edge down to the straight line across the bottom. Step 6: Place the top part of the chenille stem in the corner of the short end, and tape it down. Step 7: Roll the pipe cleaner toward the long ...
Make it easier for your children to "create" by filling a box that's just for them with craft supplies. The box is theirs to use however they wish, with no need to ask permission. The only rules are that they must lay out the small plastic table cloth before starting, and when ...
So, do you want the rug to be placed right in front of the front door? Or do you want it to float in the middle of the room? Either way, use painter’s tape on the floor to tape out the exact size before clicking the purchase button. Considering all of these factors will help...
Another reader, Cicely, turned her sewing machine sideways, as she found it easier to manipulate the fabric and keep the beads in place that way. This process is much easier if one of your fabrics has a pattern you can use as a guide; otherwise I recommend measuring out and drawing on ...
1. How to Make a Crown for Mom Celebrate Mother's Day in style with this DIY Mother's Day crown! Crafted with love and creativity, this homemade gift will make mom feel like royalty. Using chenille stems and pom-poms, children can easily make this crown that's fit for a queen. The...
is in the centre of each side, and pin in place. (Refer to photo). Fold the piece of ribbon/tape in half, and position it in the middle of the pouch (linen end). Stitch along each side. Then zigzag or overlock/serge to secure. Trim ends of zipper, Turn right side out and ...