tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35582149635267677922024-03-15T04:04:43.675-04:00Beth Watson Design StudioBeth Watsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04619300916764558374noreply@blogger.comBlogger207125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3558214963526767792.post-42449257810120944552018-02-01T12:37:00.001-05:002018-02-01T12:37:05.215-05:0015 Minute Felt Fortune Cookies<br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Valentine’s Day is such a fun holiday full of love and candy – two of my favorite things! I LOVE crafting with the kids, so this year for Valentine’s Day we have created these quick and easy Felt Fortune Cookies for their classmates – full of funny fortunes and chocolate kisses! What’s not to love?!?!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">This quick and easy project is a part of Craft Lightning Week. A fun, crafty adventure hosted by Angie from <a href="https://www.thecountrychiccottage.net/" target="_blank">the Country Chic Cottage</a>, Carolina at <a href="http://30minutecrafts.com/" target="_blank">30 minute Crafts</a> and Laura from <a href="https://www.laurascraftylife.com/" target="_blank">Laura's Crafty Life</a>. This time all of the participating designers are featuring FELT projects that can be created in 15 minutes.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">NOTE: If making this project with children younger than 8 years old, I recommend using chenille stems rather than wire.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><u>Instructions:</u><br style="box-sizing: inherit;" />1. Cut 4 1/2-inch-diameter circles from shades of pink and red felt. Cut a piece of matching ribbon slightly shorter at 4 1/4 inches. Using wire cutters, cut a piece of wire slightly shorter than the length of ribbon at 4 inches.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">2. Using glue gun affix the wire to the middle of the felt circle. Glue ribbon on top, covering the wire.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">3. Fold the felt circle in half, using the wire as a guide, so ribbon is inside cookie. Next, angle the sides toward each other, bending the wire at its halfway point and forming a fortune-cookie shape, as shown.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">4. Assemble all the fortune cookies. Then, carefully peel back one flap of the felt cookie, and insert a paper fortune and a chocolate kiss. Fold the flap back over to close cookie around contents.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Happy Friday Y'all! I am beyond excited to share my Mod Christmas Wreath - and you won't believe what it is made from!</span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><span style="letter-spacing: 1px;">This month the design teams of three of my favorite designers have been sharing our unique projects in a fun collaboration of color and pattern. </span><a href="https://lisamariejimenez.com/colorique/" target="_blank">Colorique by Lisa Jimenez</a>,<span style="letter-spacing: 1px;"> <a href="http://ritabarakat.com/" target="_blank">ArtFoamies Stamps by Rita Barakat</a> plus <a href="http://annbutlerdesigns.com/" target="_blank">Crafter's Ink and Background Basics Stamps by Ann Butler Designs</a> Now, as y'all know I am very familiar with Ann Butler Designs and faux quilting, but I was excited to work with new products from two fellow designers who I really admire.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Ann Butler has posted a <b><a href="http://annbutlerdesigns.com/november-blog-hop-round-up/" target="_blank">ROUND-UP</a></b> of all of the wonderful projects, so hop over and take a look, there is a lot of inspiration!</span></div>
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Beth Watsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04619300916764558374noreply@blogger.com22tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3558214963526767792.post-10638851732332717202017-11-11T08:54:00.001-05:002017-11-13T12:36:52.940-05:00DIY Vintage Gumball Machine Ornament<h3>
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this year to trying to craft with my existing stash of supplies as often as I
can, so a upcycled a ribbon spool, some glass ornaments I found in the closet and my
Tombow Adhesives inspired this Vintage Gumball Machine Ornament!</span><br />
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spool. Sand away the glue and rough edges with a nail file. Remove
the sanding dust with damp paper towel, let dry. Color with <strong><a href="http://tombowusa.com/craft/dual-brush-pen.html"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Tombow Dual Brush Pen #847 Crimson</span></a></strong>. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Note: you could also use a section of a paper towel roll as well, just select a smaller glass ornament!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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ornament. Cut a 3″ by 3″ square from red cardstock. Apply <strong><a href="http://tombowusa.com/craft/mono-multi-liquid-glue.html"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Tombow MONO Multi Liquid Glue</span></a></strong> to
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draw on the coin handle and the gumball slot. Attach to base of gumball
machine with <strong><a href="http://tombowusa.com/craft/xtreme-adhesive.html"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Tombow Xtreme Permanent Adhesive</span></a></strong>.
Remember, Xtreme is 5 times stronger than regular adhesive runners, so
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glass ornament, making sure that it is straight and centered. Set aside
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">7.) Punch 3/4″
circle from red cardstock and apply “25¢” silver stickers. I didn’t have
a cent sign, so I created one with a lower case “c” and “l”. Attach to
front center of Gumball Machine with <strong><a href="http://tombowusa.com/school-office/adhesives/adhesive-tabs.html"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Tombow Xtreme Tabs</span></a></strong>.
These Tabs are strong and clear, so the adhesive won’t be seen through
the glass ornament. Thread through a 10″ length of red and white bakers
twine, tie in a knot and hang on your tree!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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with your kids for their Teachers, Family and Friends this holiday season! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> Wintry Silver Dollar Store Christmas Tree Decor | <a href="https://www.remodelaholic.com/silver-christmas-tree-dollar-store/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Remodelaholic</a> </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Marbled Christmas Ornaments | <a href="http://www.doodlecraftblog.com/2017/11/diy-how-to-marble-christmas-ornaments.html" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Doodlecraft</a> </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Scrap Wood Inlay Ornaments | <a href="https://www.uglyducklinghouse.com/wood-inlay-ornament-german-glass-glitter/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">The Ugly Duckling House</a> </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Woodburned Wood Slice Ornaments | <a href="http://www.sisterswhat.com/2017/11/wood-burned-wood-sliced-snowflake.html" target="_blank">Sisters What</a> </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Flocked Pine Cones | <a href="https://practicalandpretty.com/diy-flocked-pinecones/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Practical and Pretty</a> </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Abstract Monogram Ornaments | <a href="http://www.domicile37.com/2017/11/diy-abstract-monogram-ornament.html/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Domicile37</a> </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Concrete Christmas Ornaments |<a href="https://thepalettemuse.com/easy-concrete-ornaments-can-diy-weekend" rel="noopener" target="_blank"> The Palette Muse</a> </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Wood Slice Deer Ornaments | <a href="https://ourcraftymom.com/diy-wood-slice-deer-ornament-creative-christmas/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Our Crafty Mom</a> </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Vintage Gumball Machine Ornaments | <a href="https://bwdesignstudio.blogspot.com/2017/11/diy-vintage-gumball-machine-ornament.html" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Beth Watson Design Studio</a> </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Etched Glass Ornaments | <a href="http://justcallmehomegirl.com/etched-glass-ornaments/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Just Call Me Homegirl</a> </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Unicorn Inspired Christmas Tree | <a href="http://thediymommy.com/unicorn-inspired-christmas-tree" rel="noopener" target="_blank">The DIY Mommy</a> </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Driftwood Reindeer Ornaments | <a href="https://sustainmycrafthabit.com/blog/2017/11/11/reindeer-crafts-driftwood-ornaments/%20" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Sustain My Craft Habit</a> </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> Christmas Pine Hoop Wreath | <a href="http://mamasdance.com/holiday-favorites-winter-hoop-wreath-tutorial" rel="noopener" target="_blank">This Mama's Dance</a> </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Wire and Glass Chandelier | <a href="https://cupcakesandcrinoline.com/2017/11/11/make-awesome-wire-chandelier-yogurt-jars" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Home with Cupcakes and Crinoline</a> </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Christmas Scroll Wall Art | <a href="https://graceinmyspace.com/diy-christmas-scroll/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Grace In My Space</a> </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Lighted Wood Trees | <a href="https://frazzledjoy.com/diy-lighted-wooden-christmas-trees/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Frazzled Joy</a> </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Crocheted Christmas Hat | <a href="http://luzpatterns.com/2017/11/06/diy-christmas-crochet-hat-pattern/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Luz Patterns</a> </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Christmas Card Photo Display| <a href="http://wp.me/p4nAWk-2q4" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Hertoolbelt</a> </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">JOY Porch Sign | <a href="http://www.gingersnapcrafts.com/2017/11/diy-joy-sign-tutorial.html" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Ginger Snap Crafts</a> </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Folding Bar Cart Table | <a href="https://everydaypartymag.com/diy/diy-bar-cart-table" target="_blank">Everyday Party Magazine</a> </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Wood and Burlap Christmas Sign | <a href="http://wp.me/p7rsqv-HK" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Leap of Faith Crafting</a> </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Wood Block Snowman | <a href="http://bit.ly/woodblocksnowman" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Anika's DIY Life</a> </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Holiday Candle Wrap | <a href="http://www.dragonflyandlilypads.com/2017/11/diy-holiday-candle-wrap.html" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Dragonfly & Lily Pads</a> </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Christmas Pom Pom Pillow | <a href="https://smallhomesoul.com/christmas-pom-pom-pillow" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Small Home Soul</a> </span></center>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Hand Lettered Wall Art | <a href="http://wp.me/p17JFs-4oy" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Smiling Colors</a></span>
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<span style="color: #666666; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">If you are like me, I always have a ton of Kraft paper shopping bags collecting on a shelf in my laundry room, because I just cannot throw them away! At Christmastime I like to upcycle those bags to use for presents, it’s good for the planet (and my wallet!)</span></div>
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<span style="color: #666666; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Punch squares and rectangles from white cardstock and dry fit onto front of bag for windows, doors, etc. Color with <a href="http://tombowusa.com/craft/dual-brush-pen.html" style="text-decoration-line: none; transition-duration: 0.15s; transition-property: border, background, color; transition-timing-function: ease-in-out;">Tombow Dual Brush Pens 847 Crimson, 451 Sky Blue, 245 Sap Green and 025 Light Orange</a>. The shapes still looked flat to me, so I got out my <a href="http://tombowusa.com/craft/mono-twin-permanent-marker.html" style="text-decoration-line: none; transition-duration: 0.15s; transition-property: border, background, color; transition-timing-function: ease-in-out;">Tombow MONOTWIN Permanent Marker </a>and created depth with doodles and outlines. That small detail made ALL the difference – I love the creative process!</span></div>
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Beth Watsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04619300916764558374noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3558214963526767792.post-22584890478138446542017-10-13T19:42:00.001-04:002017-10-13T19:47:55.367-04:00Halloween Popcorn Box Party 2017Happy Saturday!!<br />
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I am excited to be participating in Laura Kelly from <a href="http://www.meandmyinklings.com/" target="_blank">Me and My Inklings</a> Halloween Popcorn Box Party 2017!<br />
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For me, spiders are one of the creepiest things associated with Halloween, but this spooky cute spider has stolen my heart!<br />
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We each received a package full of goodies from some really great sponsors including <a href="https://www.worldmarket.com/" target="_blank">World Market</a>, <a href="http://kuningroup.com/" target="_blank">Kunin Group Felt</a>, <a href="http://udderlysmooth.com/" target="_blank">Udderly Smooth</a>, <a href="https://www.sizzix.com/" target="_blank">Sizzix/Ellison</a> and <a href="http://www.orientaltrading.com/" target="_blank">Oriental Trading</a>. There is also a giveaway, so make sure to scroll through my post to see the link...<br />
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To create my spooky cute spider, I started by painting the Popcorn Box with Lamp Black Americana Paint by DecoArt. One coat did the trick!<br />
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Add giant wiggle eyes to black pom poms for the eyes and attach to the top of the popcorn box with hot glue.<br />
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Bend the pipe cleaners to create legs of different lengths.<br />
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And then secure the pipe cleaners to the inside of the popcorn box with hot glue.<br />
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Fill with popcorn and ENJOY!<br />
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<br />Beth Watsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04619300916764558374noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3558214963526767792.post-61180257529477243972017-10-13T12:00:00.002-04:002017-10-13T16:50:50.633-04:00Faux Pallet Pumpkins featuring Tombow Pens and AdhesivesGood Friday Morning, or should I say FRI-YAY! I have the pleasure of writing this post from my delightful room at the Quartermain House B & B, owned by my dear friend, Debra Quartermain. A lovely setting, but I will share more about this wonderful weekend in a blog post later.<br />
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Now on to business! Crafty business that is!<br />
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For the final round of the Tombow Design Team we were sent a box of supplies, of which we had to use at least 2 adhesives and at least 2 pens.<br />
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From that box of goodies, I put all of my inspiration into faux pallet pumpkins to decorate my Happy Fall Y'all sign. Follow along below to see how I created this sign and the techniques I utilized.<br />
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I always begin with a sketch and I have to say that I just LOVE the new <a href="https://tombowusa.com/craft/mono-drawing-pen-3-pack.html" target="_blank">Tombow MONO Drawing Pens</a>. The 05 is my go to for drawing, doodling and working out my designs on paper before I begin creating. Sometimes I color them in with <a href="https://tombowusa.com/craft/dual-brush-pen.html" target="_blank">Tombow Dual Brush Pens</a>.<br />
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I had this wooden pallet sign 12" by 15" in my craft stash, but it was the grey color was all wrong for a Fall themed projects, so I fixed that with <a href="https://tombowusa.com/craft/dual-brush-pen.html" target="_blank">Tombow Dual Brush Pen</a> 899 and a few baby wipes! Watch the video below to see how I did it!<br />
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Recently I found these giant craft sticks and just have to <strike>hoard them</strike> add them to my collection of craft sticks. Creating faux pallet pumpkins in several sizes required craft sticks in several sizes. Line up three sizes of craft sticks in blocks and sketch pumpkins in in three different sizes using <a href="https://tombowusa.com/craft/mono-drawing-pencils.html" target="_blank">MONO Drawing Pencil</a> in 3H grade. Cut out the pumpkin shapes and trace onto the craft sticks.<br />
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Color the craft sticks with <a href="https://tombowusa.com/craft/dual-brush-pen.html" target="_blank">Dual Brush Pens </a>933, 925 and 946 using the edge of the brush tip. Blend away the brush strokes with the Dual Brush Pen Blender N00.<br />
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Carefully cut out each craft stick along the traced edge to create the pumpkin shapes.<br />
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Dual Brush Pens are extremely versatile. Place the cotton lace on the Blending Palette and spray with the Mister, both from the <a href="https://tombowusa.com/craft/dual-brush-pen-blender.html" target="_blank">Tombow Blending Kit</a>. I colored the white lace with <a href="https://tombowusa.com/craft/dual-brush-pen.html" target="_blank">Dual Brush Pen</a> 020 to create an ivory lace to match the others in my stash. Set aside to dry.<br />
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To create leaves, color some plain paper flowers with shades of <a href="https://tombowusa.com/craft/dual-brush-pen.html" target="_blank">Dual Brush Pens</a> in Green 245, 195, 133, 173, 098 and 158 using a light and a dark tone for each.<br />
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Then spray until soaked with the Mister from the Blending Kit and set aside to dry.<br />
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STEP SEVEN:<br />
To give the large pumpkin added interest and texture I added a swirl pattern with the bullet tip of the orange <a href="https://tombowusa.com/craft/twintone-marker-set-12-pack-bright.html" target="_blank">TWINTONE from the Bright Set</a>.<br />
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STEP EIGHT:<br />
Color the smallest craft sticks with the bullet tip of the brown <a href="https://tombowusa.com/craft/twintone-marker-set-12-pack-bright.html" target="_blank">TWINTONE from the Bright Set</a>. Attach the lace and rick rack with T<a href="https://tombowusa.com/craft/xtreme-adhesive.html" target="_blank">ombow Xtreme Permanent Adhesive</a>. Remember to roll to apply, then swipe the tip to the side for a clean application.<br />
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STEP NINE:<br />
Layout the pumpkins on the wooden canvas until you are pleased with the composition, then attach with <a href="https://tombowusa.com/craft/mono-multi-liquid-glue-xl.html" target="_blank">MONO Multi Liquid Glue</a>. The MONO Multi is perfect for the impatient crater, like me, because it has a strong bond and sets up quickly.<br />
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Attach the stems next.<br />
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STEP TEN:<br />
Fold over and squish the paper flowers to create leaf shapes. Secure the layers and attach to the pumpkins with <a href="https://tombowusa.com/adhesive-tabs.html" target="_blank">Tombow Xtreme Tabs</a>, which are clear and five times stronger than traditional tabs.<br />
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STEP ELEVEN:<br />
The final step is LETTERING! I have grown to love and embrace my handwriting over this past year, so I measured out my saying HAPPY FALL Y'ALL to figure out where the middle was. Transfer those measurements to the wooden canvas and fill in the lettering using the brush tip of <a href="https://tombowusa.com/craft/dual-brush-pen.html" target="_blank">Dual Brush Pen</a> N15. Now, I will have to caution you that I used an older Dual Brush Pen for this particular lettering since writing on the wood frayed the brush end a bit.<br />
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And here is my finished Happy Fall Y'all sign, ready for my mantel. I really love trying out new techniques and using traditional productions in unique ways. Pushing the limits of my supplies to see what they are capable of, which allows me some great creative wins, but also results in some craft fails, which is perfectly OK, because that's how we learn!<br />
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I hope that you have enjoyed my Faux Pallet Pumpkins and you will use this project and the techniques I have shared today to showcase YOUR Tombow creativity!<br />
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Thanks for stopping by!<br />
<b><span style="font-size: large;"><i>Creatively, Beth</i></span></b><br />
<br />Beth Watsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04619300916764558374noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3558214963526767792.post-64534186968186907042017-09-11T16:14:00.002-04:002017-09-11T16:19:33.600-04:00Create a Trio of Votives with TombowI love taking conventional products such as <a href="https://tombowusa.com/craft/dual-brush-pen.html" target="_blank">Tombow Dual Brush Pens</a> and <a href="https://tombowusa.com/craft/mono-aqua-liquid-glue.html" target="_blank">MONO Aqua Liquid Glue</a> and using them in unique and unconventional ways. I recently developed a method to tint glass with these two products and decided to experiment with some additional techniques. Some worked and some did not, but below are three that I thought turned out pretty cool. Follow along to see how I made them...<br />
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<u>Ombre Votives:</u><br />
Pick three shades of <a href="https://tombowusa.com/craft/dual-brush-pen.html" target="_blank">Dual Brush Pens</a> in the same color family, dark 606, medium 603 and light 620. Scribble the darkest color on the bottom third of the votive.<br />
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With the pen tip of the <a href="https://tombowusa.com/craft/mono-aqua-liquid-glue.html" target="_blank">MONO Aqua Liquid Glue</a>, draw squiggly lines around the votive. Then set aside to dry.<br />
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Repeat with the medium and light tones of purple <a href="https://tombowusa.com/craft/dual-brush-pen.html" target="_blank">Dual Brush Pens</a>, letting each each section dry before moving on to the next. Once completely dry, you can remove the excess Dual Brush Pen ink with a paper towel.<br />
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Here's a close up of the ombre votive, the glue lines flattened some as they dried, but I have to say I love this effect. Perfect for a wedding reception or baby shower.<br />
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Scribble <a href="https://tombowusa.com/craft/dual-brush-pen.html" target="_blank">Dual Brush Pens</a> 856 and 837 on the Palette from the <a href="https://tombowusa.com/blending-kit.html" target="_blank">Blending Kit</a>, then roll the votive into the ink. This works best if you hold the Palette in your hand. Repeat until the votive is covered. Now, I thought I had picked a darker red and burgundy color, but they have definitely come across as bright red and this looks kinda like blood splatter. <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgqH1od4o2M-s-BcffTjbpFdGGh7V70AhO18jDCUsDJiiDx1oNhI9y1Y2gUl6pWyFM0LqTmv-NvZ2_Gp6NHzZaIZInJcdq1IvG1Bbozrp_mARzAg9q_fX0jHzONd9LpqW3r10Tug7SAEU/s1600/09-17+BETH+WATSON+TRIO+OF+VOTIVES+WITH+TOMBOW+6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgqH1od4o2M-s-BcffTjbpFdGGh7V70AhO18jDCUsDJiiDx1oNhI9y1Y2gUl6pWyFM0LqTmv-NvZ2_Gp6NHzZaIZInJcdq1IvG1Bbozrp_mARzAg9q_fX0jHzONd9LpqW3r10Tug7SAEU/s640/09-17+BETH+WATSON+TRIO+OF+VOTIVES+WITH+TOMBOW+6.jpg" width="640" /></a><br />
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With this color scheme, these votives would be great for Halloween! Change up the colors to match any color scheme.<br />
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<u>Mermaid Votives:</u><br />
Apply <a href="https://tombowusa.com/craft/mono-multi-liquid-glue-xl.html" target="_blank">MONO Multi Liquid Glue</a> in a scale pattern around the outside of the votive holders. When set this glue will turn from white to milky, but will remain tacky.<br />
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Once the MONO Multi is tacky the foil can be applied. I used <a href="https://www.clearsnap.com/designer-foils" target="_blank">Designer Foils from Clearsnap</a> in Lagoon and Seaport. Just apply the dull silver side of the foil to the glue, burnish gently with your finger and peel away. <br />
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Repeat with alternating colors until all the glue is covered.<br />
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To complete the look, scribble <a href="https://tombowusa.com/craft/dual-brush-pen.html" target="_blank">Dual Brush Pen</a> 555 on the palette from the <a href="https://tombowusa.com/blending-kit.html" target="_blank">Blending Kit</a>, squeeze a quarter size dollop of <a href="https://tombowusa.com/craft/mono-aqua-liquid-glue.html" target="_blank">MONO Aqua Liquid Glue</a>, mix with an old paintbrush and apply to the inside of each votive. Allow to dry completely. NOTE: Once the inside of the votive is covered in glue only use a battery operated candle. Do not use a flame candle.<br />
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I love how these votives turned out! Just the thing to brighten up a mermaid birthday party!<br />
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I hope that y'all have enjoyed my trio of votives with Tombow and that you will use my projects as a jumping off point to showcase YOUR <a href="https://tombowusa.com/" target="_blank">Tombow</a> creativity. Try something new and experiment with your supplies. You never know where inspiration will take you.<br />
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Thanks for stopping by! <br />
<b><i>Creatively, Beth</i></b>Beth Watsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04619300916764558374noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3558214963526767792.post-25322173837722741032017-08-08T12:32:00.002-04:002017-09-11T16:26:12.987-04:00How to Create a Flowering HeARTfelt Journal<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">I am so very excited to share with you my Flowering HeARTfelt Journal featuring a die created by one of my craftiest friends, Eileen Hull!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">My HeARTfelt Journal cover was actually a craft
fail.</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Painting over my ugly faux wood grain
with black saved it from the trash bin!</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">
</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Add bright pops of color by hand coloring a fabulous flowering die cut
card stock, then accent with doodling to create my Idea Journal.</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">A special place where I can draw and write
down all my inspirational ideas and thoughts.</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">
</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">I hope my journal will get your creative juices flowing!</span><br />
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<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">HeARTflet Collection - Sizzix®
ScoreBoards™ XL Die - Journal by Eileen Hull™ #661906<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Americana Paint by DecoArt Lamp Black and
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Decorative Scrap Book Paper – 12’ x 12”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">American Crafts - Amy Tangerine Oh Happy Life
Die cut cardstock: Much Love<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Elastic Cord – black – 48” length<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Grid Paper – 48 sheets<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Assorted Ribbons – 8” lengths<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Pearls – self-adhesive in assorted colors<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Tombow Dual Brush Pens – assorted colors of
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1. <span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: -0.25in;">Die cut a front and back cover for your
Journal.</span><br />
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2.<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">Paint the inside and outside of both
covers lamp black, let dry. Dry brush
the outside of both covers horizontally and vertically with graphite to
resemble linen, let dry.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: small; text-indent: 0px;">3.</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; text-indent: 0px;"> </span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">Measure and cut two pieces of scrapbook paper 4” by 8 ¼” then round the two outside corners. Attach to the inside front and back covers of your journal with xtreme adhesive.</span></span><br />
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rectangles onto the die cut paper Much Love.
Color with a variety of dual brush pens, leaving the words white.</span><br />
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</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">Doodle over the hand colored paper with
permanent pen, using the bullet and fine tips to give dimension to your design.</span><br />
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</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">Rough cut colored and doodled rectangles
with scissors. Flip over, and on a
protected surface apply liquid glue to the back of the first paper
rectangle. Carefully apply to the
outside front cover of your journal, layer with waxed paper and press down to
adhere. Gently lift up waxed paper and
discard. Press down in additional areas
needed with fingers. Repeat with outside
back cover of journal. Let glue dry.</span><br />
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</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">Once dry, trim any excess paper from
edges of journal covers with scissors.</span><br />
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</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">Overlap the spine of the front and back
journal covers and attach with xtreme adhesive.
Make sure to line up the top and bottom sets of holes on the spine.</span><br />
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</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">Thread the elastic through the holes in
the spine creating four long loops.
Secure both ends of the elastic with knots.</span><br />
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</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">Measure and cut 48 sheets of grid paper
8 ½” wide by 8” tall. Make four groups
of 12 sheets, then fold each group in half to create four signatures 4 ¼” wide
by 8” tall.</span><br />
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</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">Insert each signature through each
elastic loop to create the inside pages of your journal.</span><br />
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</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">Tie assorted ribbons to the elastic
along the outside spine of the journal.
Embellish the front cover with self-adhesive pearls.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; text-indent: -24px;">I hope that you will use my Flowering HeARTfelt Journal as a jumping off point to showcase your creativity using Eileen Hull Dies from Sizzix.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; text-indent: -24px;">Thanks for stopping by!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; text-indent: -24px;"><b><i>Creatively, Beth</i></b></span></div>
Beth Watsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04619300916764558374noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3558214963526767792.post-82523595145853419822017-07-23T20:37:00.004-04:002017-07-23T20:37:38.705-04:00Dollar Store Flip Flop Welcome Sign<div style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , "trebuchet" , sans-serif; font-size: 24px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0.75em 0px 0px; position: relative;">
Happy Sunday!<br />
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Create this quick and easy flip flop welcome sign in under 30 minutes with supplies from the dollar store! </div>
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I purchased 4 pairs of colorful flip flops, one bunch of daises and 2 butterflies for just $6.00 - SCORE! The letters, ribbon and glue were from my craft stash.</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">1. Arrange seven flip flops on your work surface, with the largest in the center to the smallest on the end, in an arch.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">2. Using <a href="http://5.%20turn%20over%20the%20sign%20and%20tie%20a%20ribbon%20hanger%20to%20the%20second%20and%20sixth%20flop%20flop%20%28tied%20to%20the%20thong%20button%29.%20tie%20a%20bow./" target="_blank">Tombow MONO Multi XL Liquid Glue</a>, attach flip flops together, side by side as shown, at the top and bottom. Secure together in the back with strips of heavy cardboard or wood, glued in place.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">3. Snip daisy heads from the bunch and attach one each thong and a butterfly to the last flip flop, using <a href="http://5.%20turn%20over%20the%20sign%20and%20tie%20a%20ribbon%20hanger%20to%20the%20second%20and%20sixth%20flop%20flop%20%28tied%20to%20the%20thong%20button%29.%20tie%20a%20bow./" target="_blank">Tombow MONO Multi XL Liquid Glue</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">4. </span><span style="font-size: large;">Spell out the word WELCOME with <a href="http://www.joysa.com/" target="_blank">Joy embroidered letters</a>. Peel off the backing and apply the letters to bottoms of the flip flops. NOTE: the are self adhesive, so the application is quick and easy!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">5. </span><span style="font-size: large;">Turn over the sign and tie a ribbon hanger to the second and sixth flop flop (tied to the thong button). Tie a bow.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Hang your sign and enjoy it all summer long! And if you're like me and live in Florida, you can leave it up year round! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This is also a great project to make as a hostess gift for all of those backyard barbecues you will be invited to!</span></div>
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Beth Watsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04619300916764558374noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3558214963526767792.post-34777039545817213052017-07-19T12:26:00.001-04:002017-09-11T16:14:50.129-04:00DIY Ruler Sign Welcome Back to School<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Happy Wednesday! Today I am participating in a craft challenge called Craft Lightning, where all of the projects have to be created within a 15 minute time frame and this month's theme is Back to School. I love being challenged to be creative within specific parameters. It ups the inspiration quotient and sets my mind to brainstorming the possibilities! Our hosts for the Back to School Craft Lightning are Angie from <a href="http://www.thecountrychiccottage.net/" target="_blank">Country Chic Cottage</a>, Carolina from <a href="http://30minutecrafts.com/" target="_blank">30 Minute Crafts</a> and Kara from <a href="http://www.happygoluckyblog.com/" target="_blank">Happy Go Lucky Blog</a> and great group of designers are sharing new projects each day this week!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Here's how I made my fun and colorful DIY Ruler Sign:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Gather nine wooden rulers and your favorite rainbow colored Tombow Dual Brush Pens.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Color each wooden ruler a different color. This is quick and easy with the <a href="https://tombowusa.com/craft/dual-brush-pen.html" target="_blank">Tombow Dual Brush Pens</a> AND there is NO drying time. Perfect for the impatient crafter, like me! I really love the transparent stained effect that these pens give the unfinished wood.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Attach the rulers to a <a href="http://kuningroup.com/fabrics-collections/rainbow-classicfelt/" target="_blank"><span style="background-color: white;">Kunin</span><sup style="background-color: white; border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">®</sup></a><span style="background-color: white;"><a href="http://kuningroup.com/fabrics-collections/rainbow-classicfelt/" target="_blank"> Classicfelt™ 9” x 12” Craft Cut</a> in Sandstone with <a href="https://tombowusa.com/craft/mono-multi-liquid-glue-xl.html" target="_blank">Tombow MONO Multi XL Liquid Glue</a>. The MONO Multi has a quick set up time and works on a variety of surfaces.</span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Spell out your greeting using <a href="http://joysa.com/letters.html" target="_blank">JOY</a> self adhesive embroidered letters. I selected WELCOME BACK TO SCHOOL using the 3" Varsity Block and the 1 1/2" Cooper Style letters. Then just peel off the backing paper and attach! </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Attach white ball fringe to the bottom edge of the sign and a black ribbon hanger to the top with Tombow MONO Multi XL Liquid Glue. Embellish with bows.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Cut pencils and attach to right and left side of sign to finish. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Personalize your DIY Ruler Sign with your school's colors or your teacher's name to create a unique gift for Back to School.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Now it's time to click on the link below and check out all of the creative and inspirational projects that this group of fabulous designers has created for the Craft Lightning Back to School challenge!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I have been compensated by the companies linked in this post, but all of the ideas and opinions are my own.</span>Beth Watsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04619300916764558374noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3558214963526767792.post-58394227442646935492017-07-14T09:55:00.002-04:002017-07-14T10:32:18.866-04:00Quilt Block Inspired Home Sweet Home Decor<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Happy Friday! Today I am sharing with you a trio of quilt block inspired Home Sweet Home, houses! A great addition to your home decor, plus they are quick and easy to make in just an evening or afternoon!</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"> <a href="http://www.clearsnap.com/colorbox-crafter-s-by-ann-butler" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Ann Butler Designs Crafter’s® Ink by Clearsnap – Aquamarine, Sunshine, Lilac, Limelight, Tangelo and Berry</a></span></li>
<li><a href="https://www.clearsnap.com/colorbox-background-basics-by-ann-butler"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Ann Butler Designs Colorbox® Background Basics Stamps – Checks, Diamond, Basket and Picnic</span></a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"><a href="https://tombowusa.com/craft/xtreme-adhesive.html">Tombow Xtreme Permanent Adhesive</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"><a href="https://tombowusa.com/craft/mono-aqua-liquid-glue.html">Tombow MONO Aqua Liquid Glue</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Wooden Houses (unfinished, set of three) found at Michael's; Pastel Cardstock in Lavender, Pink, Yellow, Peach, Light Green and Blue; Ruler; Pencil; Ribbon; Scissors; Baby Wipes; White Letter Stickers, White Enamel Dots; Three Varieties of Lace.</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Stamp each of the six </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Colorbox® Background Basics Stamps by Ann Butler Designs – Checks, Diamond, Basket and Picnic </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">both the square stamps and the triangular stamps</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"> </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">with the </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Ann Butler Designs Crafter’s® Ink by Clearsnap – Aquamarine, Sunshine, Lilac, Limelight, Tangelo and Berry </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">once</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"> </span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">on the coordinating cardstock. I love how Ann’s brightly colored inks pop off the pastel cardstock colors!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Cut out all square and triangular stamped images with scissors. Dry fit colors and patterns on each wooden house shape. There are six sides to each house and six different colors of stamped images, so you can mix and match! Apply stamped images to houses with Tombow MONO Aqua Liquid Glue with the broad tip. Then use the base of the glue bottle to smooth out the paper and obtain a good bond.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Apply lace trim to each house with Tombow Xtreme Adhesive Runner. The Xtreme is 5 times stronger than traditional adhesives, so it works well on bulky embellishments like lace. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Cut out doors and windows from stamped images and apply to houses with Xtreme adhesive runner.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Apply white enamel dot "door knobs" to each door. Apply letter stickers to each house to spell "HOME SWEET HOME".</span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"> </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Display on a shelf or coffee table to brighten your Home Sweet Home!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Make a set to give as a gift to congratulate a friend on their new home!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">More creativity and inspiration can be found on my Instagram <b><a href="https://www.instagram.com/beth3167/" target="_blank">HERE</a></b>.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Thanks for stopping by! </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"><b><i>Creatively, Beth</i></b></span>Beth Watsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04619300916764558374noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3558214963526767792.post-3729629968494853282017-06-30T00:11:00.000-04:002017-07-14T10:33:20.283-04:00Treasure Map How to with Lawn Fawn StampsGood Friday Morning! The <b><a href="https://tombowusa.com/" target="_blank">Tombow USA </a></b>Design Team is hosting a blog hop today with <b><a href="https://www.lawnfawn.com/" target="_blank">Lawn Fawn</a></b> Stamps! We were recently given the opportunity to select product from the Lawn Fawn website and I picked the <b><a href="https://www.lawnfawn.com/collections/all-products-a-to-z/products/ahoy-matey" target="_blank">AHOY, MATEY!</a></b> Clear Stamp set and the companion Lawn Cuts - super cute! I used these sets and my favorite Tombow Pens and Adhesives to create the Treasure Map and coordinating party projects outlined below.<br />
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The Lawn Fawn stamps are high quality photo-polymer and provide a clear, crisp image the first impression out of the package and the die cuts are 100% steel to create clean cut shapes!<br />
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Now, on to my project!<br />
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STEP ONE: Create Distressed Map Paper</h3>
Start with a sheet of 8 1/2" by 11" ivory cardstock. Scribble <b><a href="https://tombowusa.com/craft/dual-brush-pen.html" target="_blank">Tombow Dual Brush Pen</a></b> #977 on the <b><a href="https://tombowusa.com/blending-kit.html" target="_blank">Tombow Blending Palette</a></b>, mist with water, then flip over and smear across surface of paper. Let dry and repeat until you get the desired look. Trim 1" section from distressed paper, set aside. NOTE: Start out by adding more water for a lighter overall color, then less and less water to create darker tones in random areas. <br />
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While the paper is still wet, crumple and tear it randomly. Highlight the tears and edges with the Dual Brush Pen, then mist with more water from the <b><a href="https://tombowusa.com/blending-kit.html" target="_blank">Tombow Spray Mister</a> </b>to blend. Set aside to dry. I love the different colors that only one Dual Brush Pen created, it's kind of magical!<br />
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STEP TWO: Stamped Images</h3>
Attach clear stamps from <b><a href="https://www.lawnfawn.com/products/ahoy-matey" target="_blank">Lawn Fawn AHOY MATEY!</a></b> set to a block, load with black archival ink (waterproof) and stamp several times on white cardstock.<br />
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Some of my images did not stamp completely because I did not apply even pressure. My trick is that I filled in the low areas with the NEW <b><a href="https://tombowusa.com/craft/mono-drawing-pen-3-pack.html" target="_blank">MONO Drawing Pens</a></b>, which are waterproof.<br />
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STEP THREE: Coloring Stamped Images</h3>
I selected a color palette and started the most fun part - COLORING! A great time to relax and experiment! I love my <a href="https://tombowusa.com/craft/dual-brush-pen.html" target="_blank"><b>Tombow</b> <b>Dual Brush Pens</b></a> for coloring because each pen has a brush tip for larger areas and a bullet tip for details - check out the stripes on the pirate's shirt and the cross hatching on the palm trees. <br />
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I always start out my projects with a color palette, here are the Dual Brush Pens I selected:<br />
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STEP FOUR: Cutting Stamped Images</h3>
The great thing about most of the Lawn Fawn Clear Stamp sets is that they come with companion <b><a href="https://www.lawnfawn.com/products/ahoy-matey-lawn-cuts" target="_blank">AHOY MATEY! Lawn Cuts</a> </b>dies! Lay out your images on the magnetic surface of your cutting machine, attached the dies and run through. VIOLA! Perfectly cut out images without any of the fuss!<br />
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I wanted just a bit more detail, so I cut out the inside of the palm trees and ship with a sharp craft knife.<br />
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STEP FIVE: Embellish the Treasure Map</h3>
Place your images on the map until you are pleased with the composition. Attach with <a href="https://tombowusa.com/craft/xtreme-adhesive.html" target="_blank"><b>Tombow Xtreme Permanent Adhesive</b>,</a> roll to apply then swipe tip to the side for a clean application. Add the wave, compass and X marks the spot stamps with archival ink directly on the map. Sketch in the dotted lines, then fill in with Dual Brush Pen # N15. Add a red outline around the X marks the spot and stamped message across the bottom: "You're a Treasure, Thanks for showing me the way, Matey!"<br />
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STEP SIX: Creating Treat Bags</h3>
Stamp "You're a Treasure!" on the white section of striped cardstock then fishtail then end with scissors. Punch scallop circle from red cardstock and smaller black circle in black cardstock and attach with Xrteme Adhesive. Adhere treasure chest, coins and gems to medallion with <b><a href="https://tombowusa.com/foam-tape.html" target="_blank">Tombow Foam Tape</a></b>, just cut to fit! Attach medallion to striped cardstock, fill brown paper lunch sack with PIRATE BOOTY, fold cardstock over top of sack and secure with staples.<br />
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STEP SEVEN: Creating Straw Messages</h3>
Cut black cardstock 3/4" by 6". Cut white cardstock 1/2" by 6" and attach with Xtreme Adhesive. Stamp messages from the Lawn Fawn AHOY, MATEY! stamp set. Fold in half and attach to straw with Xtreme Adhesive, then fishtail end with scissors.<br />
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STEP EIGHT: Create Message in a Bottle Favors</h3>
Stamp messages and images on the 1" strip of distressed paper that was trimmed in Step One. Color images with Dual Brush Pens. Trim to fit bottle, then fishtail ends with scissors. Place in bottle, add cork then wrap with bakers twine tied in a knot. NOTE: Have the Birthday Boy or Girl write a personal message to each guest on the back before placing in the bottle.<br />
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STEP NINE: Create a Cupcake Medallion</h3>
Cut a rectangle of striped cardstock large enough to wrap around the base of your cupcake and secure with <b><a href="https://tombowusa.com/craft/xtreme-adhesive.html" target="_blank">Tombow Xtreme Permanent Adhesive</a></b>. Punch two scallop circles from black cardstock and a smaller circle from red cardstock. Attach the red circle to the first black scallop. Flip medallion over, run a line of adhesive down the center, place skewer on adhesive, then attach second black scallop over top of skewer, securing with Xtreme Adhesive. Stamp the word AHOY! at the top of the medallion. Adhere boy and girl pirates and parrot to medallion with <b><a href="https://tombowusa.com/foam-tape.html" target="_blank">Tombow Foam Tape</a></b>.<br />
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Beth Watsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04619300916764558374noreply@blogger.com37tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3558214963526767792.post-68766087063264595912017-06-20T23:53:00.001-04:002017-09-11T16:22:28.796-04:00How to Create a Birthday Date Calendar with SRM StickersHappy Hump Day everyone! <b><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/DesignerCraftsConnection/" target="_blank">The Designer Crafts Connection</a></b> is hosting a blog hop with <b><a href="http://www.srmstore.com/" target="_blank">SRM Stickers</a></b> and I am sharing how to create a Birthday Date Calendar. A simple, easy way to stay organized and view all your upcoming important Birthdays all in one place!<br />
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Select a 12" by 12" piece of decorative card stock. Mine has a grid pattern to make creating your Birthday date Calendar a breeze! Line up each month sticker from the SRM Sticker <b><a href="http://www.srmstore.com/Live-LifeCalendars-Year_p_3652.html" target="_blank">Live Life/Calendar Year sticker sheet</a> </b>in a three row by four column format.<br />
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Using the NEW <b><a href="https://tombowusa.com/mono-drawing-pens/mono-drawing-pen-3-pack.html" target="_blank">Tombow USA MONO Drawing Pens</a> </b>in tip size 05 to fill in all of the important Birthday dates of all of the friends and family in your life.<br />
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Embellish with <b><a href="https://tombowusa.com/craft/dual-brush-pen.html" target="_blank">Tombow USA Dual Brush Pens</a> </b>in colors that match your stickers. The Dual Brush Pens have a brush tip for bold strokes and a bullet tip for detailed writing. Accent the borders and doodles by drawing over top of the color with the MONO Drawing Pens in tip sizes 01, 03 and 05.<br />
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To further embellish your Birthday Date Calendar, add additional stickers from the SRM Sticker <b><a href="http://www.srmstore.com/Live-LifeCalendars-Year_p_3652.html" target="_blank">Live Life/Calendar Year sticker sheet</a></b>.<br />
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Hang your Birthday Date Calendar in a prominent place. Mine hangs on the inside door of my computer hutch, so it is always in view, reminding me of all the important Birthday dates that are coming up!<br />
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Now it's time to hop on over to the <b><a href="http://designercraftsconnection.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Designer Crafts Connection blog</a></b> to view what the other Designers have created with their SRM Stickers, I can't wait to check out all of the inspiration!<br />
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Thanks for stopping by! <b><i>Creatively, Beth</i></b><br />
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Happy Thursday and welcome to the patriotic edition of CRAFT LIGHTNING! Today I am sharing my 15 minute Upcycled Patriotic Blue Jean Banner, perfect for the upcoming Fourth of July celebrations! </div>
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Hosting this week of quick and easy crafts are three of the most creative women I know - Angie from <b><a href="http://www.thecountrychiccottage.net/" target="_blank">Country Chic Cottage</a></b>, Carolina from <b><a href="http://30minutecrafts.com/" target="_blank">30 Minute Crafts</a></b> and Laura from <b><a href="http://www.meandmyinklings.com/" target="_blank">Me and my INKlings</a></b>! PLUS there are a couple of dozen other designers linked up and sharing in the FUN! Inspiration for DAYS!</div>
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Now, on to my project: Upcycled Pariotic Blue Jean Banner</div>
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STEP ONE - Create a Template</h3>
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I am always saving ordinary, everyday objects and upcycling them into craft projects and home decor items, so this project started out with the cardboard backing from a junior legal pad, which is 5" by 7". Measure up 2" from the bottom and 2 1/2" in from the side to determine the center. Draw a straight line with your ruler from that center point out to each corner. Cut out with scissors to create a quick banner template that you can use over and over again!</div>
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STEP TWO - Create your Banner</h3>
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Measure and cut an 8" length from an old pair of blue jeans. Open the fabric flat by cutting up the seam. Now, my jeans are boot cut, so they were wide enough that I could get three banners from one 8" section, but cut your old jeans up as needed. Trace three banners on the inside of the jeans with a permanent marker. My favorite is the Tombow USA <b><a href="https://tombowusa.com/craft/mono-twin-permanent-marker.html" target="_blank">MONOTWIN Permanent Marker</a></b> because it has a broad tip for projects like this and a fine tip for drawing and doodling. Plus there is no funky odor! Cut out the banners with scissors. </div>
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STEP THREE - Remove Wrinkles</h3>
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I like upcycled projects, but they should not be wrinkled, so smooth the blue jean banners with some spray starch and an iron.</div>
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STEP FOUR - Add Letters</h3>
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<b><a href="http://joysa.com/" target="_blank">JOY SA</a></b> is a great source for embroidered letters, numbers and symbols that can be found at Michael's and Joann. I selected the self adhesive red and white Collegiate 3" letters for this project. Since they are self adhesive, all you have to do is peel and stick, no ironing!</div>
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STEP FIVE - Add Trim</h3>
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Measure and cut three 5" sections of white ball fringe to top each banner. Attach with Tombow USA <b><a href="https://tombowusa.com/craft/mono-multi-liquid-glue-xl.html" target="_blank">MONO Multi Liquid Glue</a></b>, making sure to run a small bead down each cut edge, so the trim does not fray. Then attach a 35" piece of white ribbon to the back, leaving 2" between banners and 8" on either end. I like to use a woven type of ribbon for this such a gross grain or cotton twill tape for durability.</div>
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STEP SIX - Embellish</h3>
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The final step is to add some festive ribbons between the banners. I used what I already had in my ribbon stash, cutting 8" lengths and tying them in a knot between each banner and on each end. You could also add textured yarn, tulle and metallic fibers for some bling!</div>
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Here is a close-up shot of each banner, click to enlarge. <br />
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 11.5pt;">Happy Sunday everyone! Excited to be here today to share how to upcycle Mother's Day gift wrapping for the Craft Lightning Mother's Day Blog Hop!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 11.5pt;">I recently received and was blown away by the detail in the <strong><a href="http://altenew.com/collections/stamps/products/beautiful-day" style="color: #6699cc; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Beautiful Day</a></strong> stamp set from <strong><a href="http://altenew.com/" style="color: #6699cc; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Altenew</a></strong> and just knew I wanted to do a <strong><a href="http://tombowusa.com/" style="color: #6699cc; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Tombow </a></strong>Dual Brush Pen watercolor technique. This post is sponsored, but all of the opinions are mine. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">I am always looking for inspiring ways to wrap a gift as I think the packaging should be as special as the gift inside. I have several "Moms" in my life - my Mom, my Sister-in-Laws and a few close Mom friends and thought that these sewn book page "pillows" would be the perfect way to wrap a special gift card for Mother's Day!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><strong><a href="http://altenew.com/pages/about-us" style="color: #6699cc; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Altenew </a></strong>features high quality photopolymer stamps that produce a crisp and clean image, even on the thinnest of detailed lines within the image. I started out by stamping each image four times on smooth white card stock with black archival ink.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">I always start my coloring projects with a color chart. This way I can make sure that I like all of my color combinations before I start coloring my images. I have included my color chart in the photo above. Then I begin coloring with the lightest colors first. <strong><a href="http://tombowusa.com/craft/dual-brush-pen.html" style="color: #6699cc; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Tombow Dual Brush Pens</a></strong> # 761 and 993.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Next I accented with <strong><a href="http://tombowusa.com/craft/dual-brush-pen.html" style="color: #6699cc; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Tombow Dual Brush Pen</a></strong> # 703.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">I finished the main Peony flower with the darkest pink <strong><a href="http://tombowusa.com/craft/dual-brush-pen.html" style="color: #6699cc; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Tombow Dual Brush Pen</a></strong> # 815. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The leaves and greenery were colored with <strong><a href="http://tombowusa.com/craft/dual-brush-pen.html" style="color: #6699cc; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Tombow Dual Brush Pens</a></strong> # 192 and 312.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">And the berries with<strong><a href="http://tombowusa.com/craft/dual-brush-pen.html" style="color: #6699cc; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank"> Tombow Dual Brush Pens</a></strong> # 553 and 533.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">The next step is creating the watercolor effect, which is super easy since Tombow Dual Brush Pens are water based markers - you just add WATER! Check out my Instagram video <strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/beth3167/?hl=en" style="color: #6699cc; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">HERE</a></strong> to see the water color process!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Select your book pages. Mine are vintage, so they are a bit heavier and approximately 8" by 10". I gave the edges a fancy touch with my scallop pinking shears. Place two book pages together and sew three edges. Gently open and fill your "pillow" with your gift of choice. I have included a gift card, some tissue paper and confetti. Then sew the fourth side, closing the pillow.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Fussy cut your stamped and colored images, then arrange them on the top of the pillow with a lovely <strong><a href="http://altenew.com/collections/antique-trims" style="color: #6699cc; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Altenew Antique Trim</a></strong> frame. Attach with <strong><a href="http://tombowusa.com/craft/xtreme-adhesive.html" style="color: #6699cc; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Tombow Xtreme Adhesive</a></strong>. Wrap with stain ribbon and finish by tying on a tag created with one of the sentiments from the <strong><a href="http://altenew.com/collections/stamps/products/beautiful-day" style="color: #6699cc; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Beautiful Day</a></strong> stamp set - <em>"Wish You the Most Beautiful Day"</em>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">I think that this makes such an elegant presentation for a simple item like a gift card. This packing would be perfect for a Graduation present, Bridal Shower or even a Wedding Gift. </span></div>
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Thanks for stopping by! <b><i>-Beth</i></b>Beth Watsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04619300916764558374noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3558214963526767792.post-65679161874207147532016-12-03T21:44:00.002-05:002016-12-03T21:44:17.650-05:00Let's Make it SNOW with UDDERLY SMOOTH!<div class="navbar section" id="navbar" name="Navbar">
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Wintertime is here even in Florida, with the drier air and less humidity, so Udderly Smooth is a necessity. And with all the hand washing during the baking and crafting sessions, my skin gets so dry, but Udderly Smooth fixes my dry hands right up! </div>
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Materials:<br /><a href="http://tombowusa.com/xtreme-adhesive.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #336699;">Tombow Xtreme Permanent Adhesive</span></a><br /><a href="http://tombowusa.com/mono-multi-liquid-glue.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #336699;">Tombow Mono Multi Liquid Glue</span></a><br />Small, medium and Large spring style clothes pins (8 for each snowflake)<br /><a href="http://dmcolor.com/products/flat-white/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #336699;">Design Master ColorTool spray paint - flat white</span></a><br />Chunky glitter <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Remove the springs from the clothes pins. You will need 8 clothes pins for each snowflake.</div>
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Attach flat sides of clothes pins together with Xtreme adhesive. There is a specific way to apply the Xtreme: run a line of adhesive then snap it off at a 90degree angle.</div>
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Spray top face of snowflakes with Design Master ColorTool Flat White spray paint, let dry. I didn't worry about the sides as I like the rustic look.</div>
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Layer the snowflakes on top of each other or leave single. Attach a ribbon and hang on the tree or use as a package topper instead of a bow.</div>
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These are so quick and easy to put together that you could create a blizzard in an afternoon and paired with Udderly Smooth, it's a snow storm that won't dry out your skin!<br /><br />Thanks for stopping by! -Beth<br /><div style="clear: both;">
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Beth Watsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04619300916764558374noreply@blogger.com55tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3558214963526767792.post-66165579427855779202016-10-16T08:49:00.004-04:002016-10-16T13:41:01.840-04:00Halloween Popcorn Box Blog Party 2016: Jack-O-Lantern Hot Air Balloon<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "times" , "freeserif" , serif;">For the past couple years Laura, of </span><a href="http://www.laurakellydesigns.com/" rel="nofollow" style="font-family: "Times New Roman", Times, FreeSerif, serif; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Laura Kelly Designs</a><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "times" , "freeserif" , serif;"> and </span><a href="http://www.meandmyinklings.com/" style="font-family: "Times New Roman", Times, FreeSerif, serif; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Me and My Inklings</a><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "times" , "freeserif" , serif;">, has hosted a Halloween Popcorn Box Party and this year, I'm happy to announce, I got to participate! The gist of the hop is that 50+ bloggers are given a popcorn box and asked to create something...anything, as long as it is uses the box and has a HALLOWEEN theme. Scroll down to discover how I turned this humble Popcorn Box into a Jack-O-Lantern Hot Air Balloon!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Base coat an 8" paper mache pumpkin with <b><a href="http://decoart.com/americana/" target="_blank">Americana acrylics by DecoArt</a></b> Georgia Clay and stem Dark Chocolate, let dry. Using random strokes, top coat pumpkin with a combination of Jack-O-Lantern Orange and Tangelo, then stem with Burnt Umber, let dry. Base coat the top, bottom and folded edges of the Popcorn Box with Fawn, let dry.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Happy Wednesday and Welcome to <b>Craft Lightning Halloween edition</b>! All the designers participating this week will be sharing Halloween crafts created in 15 minutes, so let the fun begin!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">All week long our hosts, Angie from <a href="http://www.thecountrychiccottage.net/">The Country Chic Cottage</a>, Carolina from <a href="http://30minutecrafts.com/">30 Minute Crafts</a> and Jen from <a href="http://www.100directions.com/" target="_blank">100 Directions</a> along with me and some other crafty friends will be sharing scouting related crafts! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Click the Craft Lightning link at the very bottom of my post to see all the fun and inspirational Halloween crafts that have been created this week!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Use your child's foot and hand prints to create a cute, quick and easy Halloween craft to decorate your door this Fall!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Start out with three canvas boards 8" by 10". Using <b><a href="http://decoart.com/americana/" target="_blank">Americana Acrylics by DecoArt</a></b>, paint one Lamp Black, one Tangelo Orange and one Purple Rain, let dry. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Place two child's footprints with Hauser Light Green on black canvas and two with Titanium White on orange canvas. Place two child's hand prints (no thumbs) with Lamp Black on purple canvas. I put a quarter sized puddle on a paper plate and used a foam brush to apply the paint, then press down and lift straight up. Clean up is easy with baby wipes.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Now it's time to HOP around and be inspired by all of the Craft Lightning Halloween Crafts! Just click the link below!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Do you have a favorite Quick Halloween Craft? I’d love to hear about it, leave me a comment below or tag me on Instagram at <b><a href="https://www.instagram.com/beth3167/?hl=en" target="_blank">@Beth3167</a> </b>and tell me all about it!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Happy Thursday and welcome to the </span><b style="font-size: x-large;"><a href="http://designercraftsconnection.blogspot.com/2016/08/fabric-elements-blog-hop.html" target="_blank">Designer Crafts Connection</a></b><span style="font-size: large;"> Blog Hop with </span><b style="font-size: x-large;"><a href="http://rebekahmeier.com/" target="_blank">Rebekah Meier Designs Fabric Elements</a></b><span style="font-size: large;">! </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Rebekah is one of my dear crafty friends and a fabulous fabric artist, so I was excited when she came out with her Fabric Elements line. It makes fabric art easy for a mixed media artist to be successful at AND won the best new product award at the 2015 Craft & Hobby Show.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Each designer received a <b><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/RebekahMeierDesigns?ref=hdr_shop_menu" target="_blank">Fabric Elements</a></b> kit and then I broke out my Rebekah Meier Designs stencils from the <b><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/RebekahMeierDesigns?ref=hdr_shop_menu" target="_blank">Crafter's Workshop</a></b>, some <a href="http://decoart.com/mixedmedia/fluid-acrylics" target="_blank">DecoArt Media Fluid Acrylics</a> - let the crafting begin!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The mixed media nature of this project allowed me to be loose with my stitching and not worry about perfectly straight lines! Imperfection is perfect! The final accents were off white pearls and purple rhinestones. I enjoyed letting go and just creating this Mini Paper Quilt!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The designers for both companies have been busy creating wonderful projects for this blog hop. You should have hopped here from the wildly talented <b><a href="http://cindimcgeebehindtheseeyes.blogspot.com/2016/07/mono-printed-silkscreened-clay-disc.html" target="_blank">Cindi at Behind these Eyes</a></b>, but if you just stopped by my blog today, please start the hop at the <b><a href="http://resincrafts.blogspot.com/2016/07/eti-resin-is-blog-hopping-with-gel-press.html" target="_blank">ETI Resin Crafts Blog</a></b>!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><a href="http://www.gelpress.com/" target="_blank">Gel Press</a></b> sent a 5" by 7" gel printing plate, so I watched a few of the videos on their site and I couldn't wait to get started!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Below are some of the mono prints that I made in just a few hours with <a href="http://decoart.com/mixedmedia/" target="_blank">DecoArt Media Paints</a>, <a href="http://www.earthsafefinishesstore.com/ann-butler-designs-iridescents/" target="_blank">Ann Butler's Iridescents by Earth Safe Finishes</a>, plus her <a href="https://www.clearsnap.com/colorbox-art-screens-by-ann-butler" target="_blank">Art Screens</a> and <a href="https://www.clearsnap.com/colorbox-background-basics-by-ann-butler" target="_blank">Background Basics Stamps</a> by Clearsnap. Now I am HOOKED!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Here is a close up of the two mono prints that I decided to use for my project featuring <a href="http://decoart.com/mixedmedia/fluid-acrylics" target="_blank">DecoArt Media Fluid Acrylics Green Gold, Titan Buff and Colbalt Turquoise Hue</a> - can you see the shimmer of the Iridescents Paint? GORGEOUS!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I found the oval and square recessed wooden shapes at the local craft store and <strike>hoarded</strike> saved them for a resin project! Paint the edges with Iridescents Copper. Place plain computer paper in the center of each shape and then score around the edge with a bone folder to create a template. Cut out the template and trace on to your mono print. Trim mono print and attach to wooden shape with gel medium, making sure to apply a thick, solid coat.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Attach chipboard letters and embellishments with <a href="http://tombowusa.com/craft/mono-aqua-liquid-glue.html" target="_blank">Tombow MONO Aqua Liquid Glue</a>. Once dry, apply a layer of gel medium to seal these items to the background.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Here are close up photos of each panel - HOME, SWEET, HOME</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">And, a close up of the Iridescent Copper Paint through the resin - WOW!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;">Then we are on to coloring in the images. I needed five of the canopy of flowers, so I colored while watching a movie with my niece and nephew. Coloring is very relaxing!!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;">I roughly cut out the five canopy of flowers, selected some bright yellow and bright pink coordinating cardstock and then got busy glittering some chipboard letters! <b><a href="http://tombowusa.com/craft/mono-multi-liquid-glue.html" target="_blank">Tombow MONO Multi Liquid Glue</a></b> is excellent for glittering chipboard letters and this Lapis Glitter matches the <b><a href="http://tombowusa.com/craft/dual-brush-pen.html" target="_blank">Tombow Dual Brush Pen #452</a></b> perfectly! My tip is to color the edges of your chipboard with the matching color of Dual Brush Pen, so the color is uniform.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;">Measure and cut five rectangles 4 1/4" wide by 5 1/2" long from bright yellow cardstock. Measure up 1" from the bottom and to the center, then connect the center dot to each of the bottom edges to create a triangle. Cut triangles out with scissors, add <b><a href="http://tombowusa.com/school-office/adhesives/foam-tape.html" target="_blank">Tombow Foam Tape</a></b> to the top edge and attach canopy of flowers for dimension. Attach glittered chipboard letters to banner with <b><a href="http://tombowusa.com/school-office/adhesives/foam-tape.html" target="_blank">Tombow Foam Tape</a></b>, then draw a dotted line to highlight the bottom edge with <b><a href="http://tombowusa.com/craft/dual-brush-pen.html" target="_blank">Tombow Dual Brush Pen #N15</a></b>. Cut 1" strips of bright pink cardstock, then punch with decorative edge punch. Attach to bottom of banner with <b><a href="http://tombowusa.com/craft/xtreme-adhesive.html" target="_blank">Tombow Xtreme Permanent Adhesive</a></b>. Trim excess cardstock flush with side of banner.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;">Attach each banner to 60" length of lavender satin ribbon, leaving 12" at either end and 2" in between banners with <b><a href="http://tombowusa.com/craft/xtreme-adhesive.html" target="_blank">Tombow Xtreme Permanent Adhesive</a></b>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">All week long our hosts, Angie from <b><a href="http://www.thecountrychiccottage.net/" target="_blank">The Country Chic Cottage</a></b>, Carolina from <b><a href="http://30minutecrafts.com/" target="_blank">30 Minute Crafts</a></b> and Laura from <b><a href="http://www.meandmyinklings.com/" target="_blank">Me and My Inklings</a></b> along with me and some other crafty friends will be sharing scouting related crafts! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Craft projects are always fun to do with Scouts, but when that craft is a game the fun really begins! Follow along below to see how to make these DIY Ball in Cup Games (or rather <b><i>FLY and FROG games</i></b>) from recycled TP Tubes!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">STEP 2: Paint the inside of the tube pink using <b><a href="https://decoart.com/americana/" target="_blank">Americana Paints by DecoArt </a></b>Peony Pink, let dry.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">STEP 4: Cut out frog arms and legs from Kelly Green Kunin Felt and circles from Neon Green Kunin Felt. Attach felt arm and leg pieces and wiggle eyes with felt glue, let dry. I didn't have enough of one size wiggle eyes, so I mixed and matched the sizes to use up my stash!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">STEP 7: Attach wiggle eyes and wings cut from Silver Grey Kunin Felt to 1" in diameter black buttons. Thread jute twine through button hole, tying a knot in the back to secure.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Once complete, your Scouts will have hours of fun swinging the Fly into the Frog's mouth! </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">This craft can be used to teach your Scouts about recycling and the eco-system in a pond or stream, as well as working on hand/eye coordination and dexterity. </span><br />
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I am always looking for inspiring ways to wrap a gift as I think the packaging should be as special as the gift inside. I have several friends who have daughters graduating from high school this June and thought that these sewn book page "pillows" would be the perfect way to wrap such a milestone gift.<span style="color: #333333;"><br /></span></div>
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I finished the main Peony flower with the darkest pink <strong><a href="http://tombowusa.com/craft/dual-brush-pen.html" target="_blank">Tombow Dual Brush Pen</a></strong> # 815. </div>
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The leaves and greenery were colored with <strong><a href="http://tombowusa.com/craft/dual-brush-pen.html" target="_blank">Tombow Dual Brush Pens</a></strong> # 192 and 312.</div>
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And the berries with<strong><a href="http://tombowusa.com/craft/dual-brush-pen.html" target="_blank"> Tombow Dual Brush Pens</a></strong> # 553 and 533.</div>
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The next step is creating the watercolor effect, which is super easy since Tombow Dual Brush Pens are water based markers - you just add WATER! Check out my Instagram video <strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/beth3167/?hl=en" target="_blank">HERE</a></strong> to see the water color process!</div>
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Select your book pages. Mine are vintage, so they are a bit heavier and approximately 8" by 10". I gave the edges a fancy touch with my scallop pinking shears. Place two book pages together and sew three edges. Gently open and fill your "pillow" with your gift of choice. I have included a gift card, some tissue paper and confetti. Then sew the fourth side, closing the pillow.</div>
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Thanks for stopping by! <strong><em>-Beth</em></strong>Beth Watsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04619300916764558374noreply@blogger.com151tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3558214963526767792.post-9003013955840624952016-05-26T00:07:00.001-04:002016-05-26T00:11:07.997-04:00Preppy Wreath with Smoothfoam Ruled Wreath form<div class="p2" style="background-color: white; border: 0px; color: #4a4a4a; font-family: 'Open Sans', sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 25.5px; margin-bottom: 20px; padding: 0px;">
Trends for Summer continue to feature neon and preppy themes that were popular in the 80’s but have been completely re-imagined and refined for 2016!</div>
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I have always been preppy at heart, being a child of the 80’s, so I designed this wreath to feature the argyle pattern that I wore on sweaters and many pairs of socks! I chose a neon color scheme to give it an updated and modern twist, but you can create a wreath with any color scheme or holiday color scheme you desire – BE CREATIVE!</div>
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<li class="p1" style="border: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><b style="border: 0px; color: #4f7327; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none;"><a href="http://kuningroup.com/eco-fi-plus/" target="_blank">1 yard cut by the yard Kunin™ Eco-fi Classicfelt™, Charcoal Grey</a></b><a href="http://kuningroup.com/fabrics-collections/rainbow-classicfelt/"><span style="color: #4f7327;"><span style="border-color: initial; border-style: initial;"><b style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"></b></span></span></a></span></li>
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<span style="color: #4a4a4a;">1.) Measure and cut 4” wide strips of Polyester Quilt Batting. Wrap around </span><b style="color: #4a4a4a;"><a href="http://www.smoothfoam.com/product/Wreaths/759633888911.html" target="_blank">Smoothfoam Ruled Wreath</a></b><span style="color: #4a4a4a;">, securing ends with Straight Pins. Measure and cut 4” wide strips of cut by the yard </span><span class="s3" style="border-image-outset: initial; border-image-repeat: initial; border-image-slice: initial; border-image-source: initial; border-image-width: initial; border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none;"><span style="border-image-outset: initial; border-image-repeat: initial; border-image-slice: initial; border-image-source: initial; border-image-width: initial; border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Kunin™ Eco-fi Classicfelt™ in Charcoal Grey</span></span>. Wrap around wreath, securing ends with Straight Pins.</div>
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TIP: Ruled Wreaths make design and layout simple. Smoothfoam has molded lines and numbers into the foam to make creating easy<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; line-height: 16.8px;">. Even numbers on one side and odd numbers on the other! These brand new wreaths are round and will not break like traditional Styrofoam wreaths when shipped or dropped. Proudly made in the USA!</span></div>
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2.) Cut 8 Diamonds from <span class="s3" style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none;"><span style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Kunin™ Eco-Fi™ Classicfelt™ Candy Pink</span></span><span style="border-color: initial; border-style: initial;">. Attach Mini Polar Puff to all four edges of each diamond with Tombow MONO Multi Liquid Glue, let dry. Attach diamonds to wreath starting at 12 o’clock, 3 o’clock, 6 o’clock and 9 o’clock. Fill in the remaining four diamonds, centered in the empty spaces.</span></div>
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3.) Measure and CAREFULLY cut the Schlange Sequin in sixteen 8” lengths. Secure all edges with a dot of Tombow MONO Multi Liquid Glue, so the Sequins don’t unravel. Attach two lengths of Sequins in an “X” pattern across the center of each diamond with Tombow MONO Multi Liquid Glue, let dry.</div>
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4.) Measure and cut eight 8” lengths of Black Middy Rick Rack. Attach to spaces between argyle patterns on Charcoal Grey Felt with Tombow MONO Multi Liquid Glue, let dry. Trace and cut five triangles from <span class="s3" style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><span style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Kunin™ Eco-Fi™ Classicfelt™ Neon Green</span></span><span style="border-color: initial; border-style: initial;">. Attach to a 16” length of Black Middy Rick Rack, using </span>Tombow MONO Multi Liquid Glue, let dry. Attach Pink Canvas Letters spelling HELLO. Attach banner to inside edge of wreath using Tombow MONO Multi Liquid Glue and Straight Pins, letting ends of trim dangle. Attach remaining lengths of other trimmings with Tombow MONO Multi Liquid Glue and Straight Pins.</div>
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5.) Hang and Enjoy!</div>
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Thanks for stopping by! <b><i>-Beth</i></b></div>
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May is Teacher Appreciation Month, so I have created this cute book bag inspired by notebook paper for that special teacher! </div>
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Shout-out to Mrs. Hillary at Burns Middle School in Brandon, Florida!</div>
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Measure and draw horizontal lines across the width with a pencil - I started 3" from the top with the lines in 1" increments.<br />
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Trace over all the pencil marks with fine-point permanent markers - red for the margin lines, blue for the writing lines, and black for the binder holes. </div>
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Spell out your favorite teacher's name with <strong><a href="http://joysa.com/" target="_blank">Joy iron-on embroidered letters</a></strong>. Iron them on according to the package directions. I like to use a flat craft iron without steam holes for better adhesion.</div>
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Fill your Teacher Appreciation Book Bag with great BOOKS (of course) and give it to that special teacher!</div>
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Be sure to check out my<strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/beth3167/?hl=en" target="_blank"> Instagram</a></strong> for even more inspiration.</div>
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Thanks for stopping by! <strong><em><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">-Beth</span></em></strong></div>
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