Wire Jig Tree Ornaments
In search of a quick wire ornament for the holidays? Have a wire jig handy? Then give this simple design a try. It’s a wire and bead tree-shaped ornament in two styles: loops on the inside or loops on the outside. Hang beads on the loops for instant mini decorations. The wire is basic 18 gauge craft wire found in most craft supply stores, and it comes in a rainbow of colors. The color used here is … Read entire article »
Filed under: A couple of hours, Beads, Featured, Intermediate, Misc. Crafts, New Featured
Season of Giving
As the holidays approach our thoughts often turn to giving. Making a list and checking it twice, as the saying goes. I know mine do. By the end of summer (if not before!), I’m planning what I want to give my friends and family members, counting the days and calculating if I have enough time to knit or crochet everything I’ve thought of over the past 12 months. Too many patterns, so little time! But … Read entire article »
Filed under: A couple of hours, Advanced, All Crafts, Beginner, Inspiration, Intermediate, Knit and Crochet
Paper Craft Card Ideas- Origami Dress
Card made with dress design from a Klutz Origami kit and general card stock. … Read entire article »
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Paper Craft Card Ideas- Origami Embellishments (Shirt)
Rather than spending oodles of dinero to purchase three-dimensional embellishments for your card crafts, consider making your own with a few simple origami folds. You can use thin scrapbook paper and find instructions online to begin, or create origami shapes using a kit. Whatever you choose, the results will be one-of-a-kind fabulous! The shirt pictured is made using a Klutz Origami kit, Mrs. Grossman’s stickers, card stock, and sequins. … Read entire article »
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Stringing 101
If you’re new to beading and jewelry making, stringing is probably one of the easiest techniques to try. You don’t need a lot of special equipment and the possibilities for creative design are endless. What you will need: Tools – Crimp pliers, Needle or chain nose pliers, Small wire cutters Flexible beading wire such as Soft Flex, Accu Flex, or Tigertail Findings- Crimp beads, Jewelry clasps, Jump rings (for hanging pendants) Beads – any colors, any shapes, but large enough … Read entire article »
Filed under: A couple of hours, All Crafts, Beads, Beginner