This soft air-dry clay is perfect for molding ornaments. Half dozen…. I created these small treat bags using tiny cellophane bags and baker’s twine, both found in the wedding section of my local Michael’s store. A paper-clip can be slid under the twine in back for a hook. Couldn’t resist […]
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Published in Somerset Life, Spring 2013 and Paper Roll Bunnies
I’m thrilled to have my pillow boxes featured in the new issue of Somerset Life. I’m always amazed at the beauty and creativity in this publication. It’s my favorite! Thanks so much to the editors for the opportunity to share my work within these lovely pages. This issue will […]
Easter Bunny Stick Puppet
Have you ever seen stick puppets? I discovered them recently in a book. You hold the puppet with one hand and a stick with the other. When you push the stick up a little clown or something pops up and you can make it dance around. They’re cute! Here’s my […]
Perfect ‘Pair’ Valentine
Paper Roll Pillow Boxes
Last spring I posted some cute rabbits made from paper rolls. And just a few weeks ago I showed you how to turn paper rolls into pretty napkin rings and place-card holders. Now I hope you’ve been saving your rolls because here’s a third idea using this common recycle bin […]
Baker’s Twine Candy Cane Tags
Remember these tiny candy canes I made from baker’s twine last year? I sandwiched them between some vellum and sewed them into tags for Somerset Life‘s baker’s twine challenge. Many thanks to my friend Connie for encouraging me to submit something. Stop by and visit her and see the lovely […]
No-Sew Denim Treat Pockets
Some old jeans, silver duct tape, and a few odds and ends from your scrap basket are all you need to make these cute little pockets. I made these with Independence Day in mind since it’s only about a week away~ I took small strips of denim cut with pinking […]
Valentine’s Day “Sew Sweet” Mini Canvas
There are so many awesome types of clay available these days. I want to try every single one. This heart was made with Sculpey’s Ultra Light, and wow, it’s so smoooooth. It feels like your working with home-made angel biscuit dough. I stuck a sewing needle through the heart and […]
“Silent Night” Hot Air Balloon Ornament
Just wanted to show you one more finished hot-air balloon ornament. I found a vintage star pin in my junk drawer and thought it would be perfect on a “Silent Night” themed ornament. This one was made with a balloon like my first hot-air balloon ornament. I painted the […]