Thank You Cards: Take One

I bought the pre-folded cards at AC Moore, and then used button style brads, as well as tape ribbon to apply the additional layers of card stock. Finished it off with a "Thank You" stamp.

I did not follow a template for these...but if I did it again I would use a template from inked endeavors, for a more finished look.

Unique Bead Bracelet...Perfect for Summer

The directions for this bead bracelet are somewhat detailed, I will provide upon request. I recently took a class (jack of all trades, master of none) on how to make this style of bracelet. This particular bracelet was completed on a 10 hour flight to Alaska. I am providing a photograph of the supplies used as well as the final product.

These bracelets are finished off with a strong magnetic clasp (hidden by the fringe of the beads) which makes taking them on and off a cinch!

Crafty Gift from a Fellow Crafter!

Hallmark has a line of magnets out for just about everyone in your life! This week a crafter friend of mine brought over a little magnet of love to brighten my day.

I have bought other magnets from the same Hallmark line, and they have been a huge hit with friends and family.

What will they think of next!?

I was introduced to this cyper enhanced blast from the past from a fellow blogger. It is not exactly a craft per-see...however I believe it was hours and hours of toys like this which developed my craftiness in later years!

Introducing On-Line Lite Brite!
(I am including my late night creation)

Baby Shower Favors

Here's what you'll need:

• Black Staz-On Ink
• Sharpie Markers
• 2x2 tiles (from Home Depot)
• Acrylic Sealer
• Gorilla Glue
• Magnets (can get at HD also)
  

Cut the tiles apart with sharp scissors, but be careful not to nick the edges. Stamp images in black Staz On ink. Then, color images with Sharpies. Then, you use the acrylic sealer to seal the images. I used a glossy finish (versus matte finish), just because that's what I already had. Make sure to spray several VERY LIGHT coats (like a fine mist that you just let fall onto the tiles, the Staz On will still run if you get too much sealer on at once). After a few light coats, you can go a LITTLE heavier. I usually do about 4-5 coats of sealer. The sealer isn't really required, but if someone touches the magnet with wet hands, the StazOn ink will run. I glued mine on with Gorilla glue.

These little tiles make a fun gift! I put mine in little organdy bags that I found at Michael's in the bridal section.

This craft came directly from my crafty friend Terri and her craft blog at Inked Endeavors! For more of her crafts click here

What to do in a cluttered entryway?

From a plain white cube to a place to hide shoes in the foyer:
After assembling cube scuff up the outside surface with sand paper. Apply
decoupage with a roller working in small 1x1 areas. Rip tissue paper and
crumble. Uncrumble paper and apply to wet areas, overlapping where
necessary. When section is covered apply decoupage over top of paper and
move to next section. Cut fabric double the width of the opening to allow
enough fabric to gather and add 8 inches to the length to have enough to
wrap over wood. Once edges of fabric are finished (sew or use no sew
tape),cut a 1x3 board long enough to fit inside the cube across the top.
Staple fabric to the board and screw the board into the top of the cube.

I have detailed photos of this process, if you are interested, post in the
comment section

Martha Stewart to Launch New Craft Line at Michaels!

It is true, the goddess is now launching her own line of crafting products to be sold exclusively at Michael's Craft Stores. Today's episode of the Martha Stewart Show displays some of the product SKU's.

In true Martha fashion the products are beautiful and well thought out from a function standpoint. To read more click here.