tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22385998905295551522024-03-05T04:25:46.261-08:00Craft for youMy coolest crafty idea collectioncraft4uhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12823149170111127580noreply@blogger.comBlogger81125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2238599890529555152.post-44772158463649645732011-07-12T19:21:00.000-07:002011-07-12T19:21:53.596-07:00Graveyard Ghouls<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjcgOXdBZiR49LV4HpX6PFzFMIt1hd8Qg8o9uN-tK3h1e_66XjHOxB4WTlxyeXfE_92nHEfcKU8piJH7w9S6RHbOlV7Inv_tkyXIy0FN5Sk133k1YUbQy-o2pBcoGfjJKyKfAaW_dWmSjZ/s1600/graveyd.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="350" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjcgOXdBZiR49LV4HpX6PFzFMIt1hd8Qg8o9uN-tK3h1e_66XjHOxB4WTlxyeXfE_92nHEfcKU8piJH7w9S6RHbOlV7Inv_tkyXIy0FN5Sk133k1YUbQy-o2pBcoGfjJKyKfAaW_dWmSjZ/s400/graveyd.jpg" width="313" /></a></div><br />
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<b>You will need</b><br />
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white knit glove<br />
3-4" round paper mache box<br />
cotton batting<br />
cardboard<br />
craft foam in yellow and black<br />
glitter glue: gold, orange, pink<br />
2 jumbo craft sticks<br />
black marker<br />
acrylic paint in white and black<br />
crackle medium<br />
hot glue gun<br />
toothpick<br />
scissors<br />
paintbrush<br />
patterns<br />
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<b>What you do</b><br />
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Fill the glove with cotton batting, ensuring that all fingers are full and half of the palm.<br />
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Dot on ghost eyes using the handle end of a paintbrush dipped in black paint. Use a smaller dot of white on top of that, then dot on a black spot with a toothpick.<br />
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Use glitter glue to add bow ties, buttons and a tie (see photo), set aside to dry.<br />
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Paint entire outside surface of the paper mache box with black paint. Allow to dry.<br />
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Apply crackle medium according to directions on the bottle, a medium coat works well. Allow it to dry for 15-25 minutes, until tacky but not completely dry. Next apply a medium coat of white paint over the crackle on the box. Do not excessively brush, one or two strokes is enough. Let dry, crackle will begin to work within minutes.<br />
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Mix together some black and white paint to make gray. Paint the craft sticks gray and set aside.<br />
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Using the printable pattern, cut the graveyard sign and 2 tombstones from cardboard. Paint all of them gray and set aside to dry.<br />
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Cut moon from yellow foam and all three bats from black foam.<br />
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Use black marker to write RIP and "Here lies a" on the tombstones (you will not see more than that once craft is complete).<br />
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Shade the craft sticks, sign and the headstones with black paint, highlight with a little white. Write the words "Rattlin' Bones Graveyard" across the sign with black marker.<br />
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Place a handful of cotton batting into the box. Place the glove inside the box. If the height looks good, glue it all in. If not, remove or add batting below the glove to adjust.<br />
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Place some batting in front of the ghosts, but don't glue it in just yet. Position the headstones where you want them, then glue them in, adding and gluing batting as you go.<br />
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Add more batting to the back of the box behind the ghosts and place craft sticks behind ghosts, do not glue just yet. Position sticks, one higher than the other, so that the sign will be slanted downward. Hold the sign up to the sticks to make sure that they line up. Hot glue the sign to the sticks FIRST, then glue the ends of the sticks into the box. Add more batting if needed.<br />
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Glue the large bat to the front left side of the sign and the medium bat behind the sign on the same side (refer to photo). Glue the yellow moon behind the sign on the right side and glue the small bat to the moon.<br />
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Adjust and glue any loose batting and you are done!<br />
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<b>About the Author:</b><br />
<i>Amanda Formaro is the entrepreneurial mother of four children. She is also the Chief Editor and Craft Expert of FamilyCorner.com Magazine.</i><br />
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Use Tooties Roll Pops, or other round, sucker style lollipops, as the base for tissue paper ghosts for Halloween.<br />
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They are easy enough for children to craft themselves, make great hand-outs for trick-or-treaters or party favors, and are just the thing if you're looking for an inexpensive group activity to make Halloween decorations.<br />
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You will need:<br />
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- one round Tootie Roll Pop or round sucker lollipop for each ghost<br />
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- one or two white tissues<br />
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- pair of plastic movable eyes and a dab of glue or black marker for the eyes<br />
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- black marker for the mouth<br />
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- small piece of yarn or thin ribbon - any color will do, but orange or black are more traditional for Halloween<br />
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Instructions:<br />
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1. Place a tissue down flat on your work surface. If using two tissues, lay the second one on top of the first on an angle, so that the corners of both tissues can all be seen.<br />
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2. Place your round lollipop in the middle of the tissues and gently gather the tissues around the head of the lollipop.<br />
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3. Tie a small piece of yarn or thin ribbon just below the head of the lollipop to make the ghost's head. You can make a bow with the yarn if you wish, or just tie it and cut off the long ends.<br />
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4. If using plastic eyes, add a dab of glue to the back of eye and gently press into place. If you prefer to draw all the facial features, just use a black marker to dab on two circle eyes and a larger circle shape for the mouth.<br />
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5. Hang as decorations, or stack in a big bowl to give out on Halloween night.<br />
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Simple cushions can be made in all weights of fabric from lightweight cottons to heavyweight velvets.<br />
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They can be made to match, contrast or coordinate with your soft furnishings, be left plain or enhanced by adding lace, braid or fringing.<br />
The instructions below are for a simple square cushion which can be used to complement a sofa, add a finishing touch to a chair or enhance the look of a bed.<br />
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Image refers to the colour code key for the diagrams<br />
Requirements:<br />
Square cushion pad in the desired size.<br />
Fabric of your choice.<br />
Braid, lace or fringing, if required, enough for the circumference of the cushion pad.<br />
Matching thread.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Refers to step 5 of making a simple cushion</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Refers to steps 3 and 4 of making a simple cushion</td></tr>
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Measure the cushion pad, place the tape measure seam to seam and add a seam allowance of 0.5" (12 mm) to all edges.<br />
Cut out 2 pieces of fabric to the chosen size including the seam allowance.<br />
Place the 2 pieces of fabric with right sides together. Pin and stitch around the 4 corners and 3 sides, leaving an opening in the centre of the remaining side big enough to insert the cushion pad. Fasten the ends of the threads securely.<br />
Turn the cover right side out and insert the cushion pad.<br />
Turn under the raw edges of the opening in line with the remainder of the seam and slipstitch.<br />
If required, stitch braid, lace or fringing to the right side using a small backstitch.<br />
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Here I am using 3x3" (7.5x7.5cm) squares. Use up your spare papers left over from scrapbooking, or old wrapping papers, newspaper, magazine paper etc.<br /> 1 piece of card-stock. Here I am using a 12" (30cm) square piece of scrapbooking cardstock, but you can also use any type of cardboard. If you only have scrap cardboard (like off a cereal box or something), paint it a nice colour, or cover it with a piece of wrapping paper.<br /> Paper Glue or double-sided tape.<br /> Ribbons, Pens etc to decorate.<br /> Optional: Adhesive magnets, or string.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Homemade Advent Calendar Pattern Instructions</span><br /><p> Take one small square of patterned paper. </p> <p> </p><div align="center"> <img src="http://www.homemade-gifts-made-easy.com/images/homemade-advent-calendar-pattern-1.jpg" alt="origami homemade advent calendar pattern" /> </div> <p> <br /></p> <p> Turn over the piece of paper, so that the pattern faces downwards. </p> <p> </p><div align="center"> <img src="http://www.homemade-gifts-made-easy.com/images/homemade-advent-calendar-pattern-2.jpg" alt="origami homemade advent calendar pattern" /> </div> <p> </p> <p> <br /></p> <p> Fold the square in half, so that the bottom corner now touches the top corner. </p> <p> </p><div align="center"> <img src="http://www.homemade-gifts-made-easy.com/images/homemade-advent-calendar-pattern-3.jpg" alt="origami homemade advent calendar pattern" /> </div> <p> <br /></p> <p> Now, fold the top corner down to meet the bottom edge, and make a crease. Unfold this flap. </p> <p> </p><div align="center"> <img src="http://www.homemade-gifts-made-easy.com/images/homemade-advent-calendar-pattern-4.jpg" alt="origami homemade advent calendar pattern" /> </div> <p> </p> <p> <br /></p> <p> </p> <p> Fold the bottom right corner up to the crease made in the previous step. Line up the edge of the paper along the crease. </p> <p> </p><div align="center"> <img src="http://www.homemade-gifts-made-easy.com/images/homemade-advent-calendar-pattern-5.jpg" alt="origami homemade advent calendar pattern" /> </div> <p> </p> <p> <br /></p> <p> </p> <p> Repeat this fold for the left hand corner. </p> <p> </p><div align="center"> <img src="http://www.homemade-gifts-made-easy.com/images/homemade-advent-calendar-pattern-6.jpg" alt="origami homemade advent calendar pattern" /> </div> <p> </p> <p> <br /></p> <p> </p> <p> Secure these two flaps in place using glue or double-sided tape. </p> <p> <br /></p> <p> Remember to write a number on each pocket so that you can count down the days until Christmas. </p> <p> Here I have cut out small flowers using a stamp and glued them onto the top section of each pocket. </p> <p> You can write directly onto your pocket, or use numbered stickers. Whatever you like! </p> <p> </p><div align="center"> <img src="http://www.homemade-gifts-made-easy.com/images/homemade-advent-calendar-pattern-bottom.jpg" alt="origami homemade advent calendar pattern" /> </div> <p> <br /></p> <p> Now attach each pocket to the card base, add a decorative ribbon border, and make sure to fill each pocket with nice treats! </p> <p> You can stick adhesive magnetic strips on the back to stick your calendar on the fridge. Or, punch holes in the top two corners, and hang up with string. </p> <p> </p> <p> </p><div align="center"> <img src="http://www.homemade-gifts-made-easy.com/images/homemade-advent-calendar-template-full-250-x239.jpg" alt="origami homemade advent calendar pattern" /> </div> <p> <br /></p> <p> As each day passes, fold down the flap on that pocket. </p> <p> </p> <p> </p><div align="center"> <img src="http://www.homemade-gifts-made-easy.com/images/homemade-advent-calendar-pattern-flipped.jpg" alt="origami homemade advent calendar pattern" /> </div> <p> </p> <p> <br /></p> <p> You can also add small messages on the inside of the flaps if you have special events planned throughout Advent (eg. Put up Christmas tree, Visit Christmas Lights Display...). </p> <p> Especially if they are surprise excursions for the recipient of your advent calendar :-) </p><br /><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="blogger-post-footer">Misshaudau.com</div>craft4uhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12823149170111127580noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2238599890529555152.post-44245350547173598062011-06-27T19:30:00.000-07:002011-06-27T19:34:23.327-07:00Make A Notebook In 5 Minutes<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhloBXOPPaab0auqCu3qbq1X3gQydnH8TIGuT1iwGIy_3h0tthHyH0c2o3-X9wIQU2wkEm1KpUeLSMSqjsFhPwWLo1x9ZLCxeajANfST_t4PGh-SuoyHCSu5kyd2nM59aBOo6HEeZ8s0GQf/s1600/Picture+1.png"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhloBXOPPaab0auqCu3qbq1X3gQydnH8TIGuT1iwGIy_3h0tthHyH0c2o3-X9wIQU2wkEm1KpUeLSMSqjsFhPwWLo1x9ZLCxeajANfST_t4PGh-SuoyHCSu5kyd2nM59aBOo6HEeZ8s0GQf/s400/Picture+1.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5623093182952621666" border="0" /></a><br /><span class="fullpost"><br /><br /><iframe src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/Y0WA9Qn9F6I" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="349" width="425"></iframe><br /><br /></span><div class="blogger-post-footer">Misshaudau.com</div>craft4uhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12823149170111127580noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2238599890529555152.post-70391290690450398652011-06-27T19:25:00.000-07:002011-06-27T19:27:43.397-07:00Make your own notebook<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbkopItupz13V2hcH5BT0mQ7euD5-XP8vsEcOOh-zjSddMbeoYiijXlHx4UQbsbQPF21KXqiat5cungGuHlwtDRVVnS3wB9b-WR_yqi3ts-fAtV_XLO_xi4bQAmyw1E6_YopM-Mu3Er0xV/s1600/Homemade-notebook-001.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbkopItupz13V2hcH5BT0mQ7euD5-XP8vsEcOOh-zjSddMbeoYiijXlHx4UQbsbQPF21KXqiat5cungGuHlwtDRVVnS3wB9b-WR_yqi3ts-fAtV_XLO_xi4bQAmyw1E6_YopM-Mu3Er0xV/s400/Homemade-notebook-001.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5623091354995236530" /></a><br />Is the recycling stack precariously high? Make all that paper into something useful again. Cat Davison gives a new lease of life to scrap paper with a simply bound notebook<br /><br /><span class="fullpost"><br />The great thing about binding your own books - apart from the sheer thrill of making something you were going to throw away into something you were going to buy - is that you can make it as easy or as complicated as you like. You can rustle up a coverless, warts-and-all notepad for shopping lists and daily plans in under 30 minutes, or labour away at a work of art with specially bought paper for a day or more. <br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">What you need</span><br /><br />A stack of paper<br />A ruler<br />A pencil<br />A thick sewing needle<br />Strong string or thread<br />A thick needle topped with a wedge of cork (or a mini hand-drill)<br />A small clamp (if you have one)<br />A cutting mat<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">What to do</span><br /><br />1. Stack all your papers together. It doesn't matter if they are different textures, colours or thicknesses - I find this actually makes the book more interesting - they just need to be cut to one size (of your own choosing).<br /><br />2. With all the papers aligned against their left-hand edge, place them on your cutting mat. Using a ruler, mark a light line with your pencil down the left-hand edge, about 1-2cm in. Mark increments down this line, between 1-2cm apart. Remember the more widely spaced the increments, the longer your stitches will be, and the quicker your book will take to sew. The shorter, the more labour-intensive, but also the more refined.<br /><br />3. Align all your pages once more on the cutting mat. If you have a small clamp, use this to fix the pages to something solid, like the corner of a table. If not, press down hard on the top of your stack and start pushing through your increments with a thick needle or drill. Depending on how thick your book is you might be able to do this in one go. If not, separate your pages into sections, mark each one up, push through the holes and then combine.<br /><br />4. Thread your needle. Although this might go against every sewing sensibility you have, tie a knot around the head of the needle (this prevents the thread from escaping when you push it through the paper).<br /><br />5. Push your needle from underneath your stack at the bottom hole, leaving a good 12.5cm of string spare when you pull the thread through. Don't tie a knot at the end.<br /><br />6. Weave your way up the spine of the book, threading each hole. When you reach the top, go back the other way so that each hole has been gone through twice and you have a continuous line of thread up the spine.<br /><br />7. When you reach the bottom, cut the needle loose and tie the two spare threads together - I like a lavish bow!<br />And another thing ...<br /><br />You can add a hardback cover to your book by cutting two pieces of card to the same size as your notebook. Placing both on top, cut them again so that the bind is showing - this normally involves lopping off a centimetre or so from the left-hand edge. Get some tough fabric, cut it to the height of your book and make sure it wraps around the spine and covers a good few centimetres of the card. Using PVA, glue it around the spine, attaching it to the cards so they 'hinge' off the fabric. <br /><br /></span><div class="blogger-post-footer">Misshaudau.com</div>craft4uhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12823149170111127580noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2238599890529555152.post-67576019614134467112011-06-25T20:59:00.000-07:002011-06-25T21:09:12.834-07:00Origami Lily Folding Instructions<span style="font-weight:bold;">The origami lily is a classic and popular origami flower. Did you know that the lily family traditionally represented innocence and purity? Lilies can be found in a variety of hybrids and colors including yellow, pink, white, orange, purple, red and many others. </span><br /><br /><span class="fullpost"><br /><br />The origami lily is not too difficult to fold but beginners may find the petal fold slightly challenging. Just take your time and follow each step slowly. If you prefer video, check out our origami lily video instructions.<br /><br />If you're giving your origami lily to someone as a gift, do use an extra special paper such as these gorgeous Fabric Textured Origami Paper<br /><br />Or use these Washi Origami Paper with raised patterns and subtle gold flecks.<br /><br />Start with a 6 inch square piece of origami paper, and fold it into a water balloon base. <br /><br />Next, take one of the four corners of the base and squash fold it as shown below.<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZ9e-qoLTyYS1dDob4-nGJSFekSHk05Gvdov8NAqm9vLu85C42JK3Ne-O8aRc4p8E6JN-ZTBFHTfmeTGJKC2UJyn7w4Kec1WwKxtl-HbrgmJ1LKJ8aySZLc6jW6A5ufH0mf2NKV9GFiw9g/s1600/01-origami-lily.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 265px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZ9e-qoLTyYS1dDob4-nGJSFekSHk05Gvdov8NAqm9vLu85C42JK3Ne-O8aRc4p8E6JN-ZTBFHTfmeTGJKC2UJyn7w4Kec1WwKxtl-HbrgmJ1LKJ8aySZLc6jW6A5ufH0mf2NKV9GFiw9g/s400/01-origami-lily.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5622373869939485954" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_QL1DDNkpcVdIlvRzoyCo-nnCOiXAzb2OdjYZb4Qum_lBSvEpCLU1sUY3Ne75xJ-yWxiAWnTbdxj9v3ZNpuYqlxhe4i1nLb42oZ2lyofuBhZi0Jj11mFs6Sb-iPiVIyCyDXMc0EcqbyS5/s1600/02-origami-lily.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 246px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_QL1DDNkpcVdIlvRzoyCo-nnCOiXAzb2OdjYZb4Qum_lBSvEpCLU1sUY3Ne75xJ-yWxiAWnTbdxj9v3ZNpuYqlxhe4i1nLb42oZ2lyofuBhZi0Jj11mFs6Sb-iPiVIyCyDXMc0EcqbyS5/s400/02-origami-lily.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5622373871584088498" /></a><br />Repeat the squash fold for the other three corners, to give the kite shape shown below.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsWny6XGecJ1cU9sVy_nN9D4XJZIXeOvieWtZ2DeH0XxNZVIZS81GYSAL7z2WzbNedf6xJJAJ_P1b8XYatFQQTzSMkg9IA7IuooPRgJzY598oDt4p04zTc70p0VlvRiu2hMm3rgEv81iVJ/s1600/03-origami-lily.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 244px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsWny6XGecJ1cU9sVy_nN9D4XJZIXeOvieWtZ2DeH0XxNZVIZS81GYSAL7z2WzbNedf6xJJAJ_P1b8XYatFQQTzSMkg9IA7IuooPRgJzY598oDt4p04zTc70p0VlvRiu2hMm3rgEv81iVJ/s400/03-origami-lily.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5622373876260172274" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMk8OviKOhw1NI16_MlTX0DQgo3h-eX4I0n397i3c2Hc99YhnGexOWpYAyHDysPLY2628TMOx4D9S7Y65TyLRubIr5ctETxMmqz8OVNi_9kpAAX8cGud8cYVG2w07EJgyd1kx4hub0iK7t/s1600/04-origami-lily.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 292px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMk8OviKOhw1NI16_MlTX0DQgo3h-eX4I0n397i3c2Hc99YhnGexOWpYAyHDysPLY2628TMOx4D9S7Y65TyLRubIr5ctETxMmqz8OVNi_9kpAAX8cGud8cYVG2w07EJgyd1kx4hub0iK7t/s400/04-origami-lily.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5622373879842193890" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg76KHmAmBwrTvDLBfHxpW3QEb2r6_BJ57cT6NBKXkW-FkF-Yy65iWSfDIQBE5RyMiZXejNxq4ePfKcqVnYlfNMIvso2XeRzdiY3NptaI644_iUbqbupIQ8ihe6IWWQD31WlqrJ2wQtuOzh/s1600/05-origami-lily.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 366px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg76KHmAmBwrTvDLBfHxpW3QEb2r6_BJ57cT6NBKXkW-FkF-Yy65iWSfDIQBE5RyMiZXejNxq4ePfKcqVnYlfNMIvso2XeRzdiY3NptaI644_iUbqbupIQ8ihe6IWWQD31WlqrJ2wQtuOzh/s400/05-origami-lily.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5622373885203675330" /></a><br />Now fold the lower edges of the kite into the centerline, then unfold. Fold the top corner down, then unfold. <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2nFibRbqzOB3CWuRCsbp3eJT1qu7UXqGwqL3FErN4FrAalkS0i1iKAocrcj2M8ErtTwjiYKBiZue2qnNOV3cYDEXe0DWHN1aVGWCW5qujvHwRVoqWx9EA9yMMqlQM1vHPYpkAAaHAJcol/s1600/06-origami-lily.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 368px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2nFibRbqzOB3CWuRCsbp3eJT1qu7UXqGwqL3FErN4FrAalkS0i1iKAocrcj2M8ErtTwjiYKBiZue2qnNOV3cYDEXe0DWHN1aVGWCW5qujvHwRVoqWx9EA9yMMqlQM1vHPYpkAAaHAJcol/s400/06-origami-lily.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5622374001649476242" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4DX_sNeVXs748C6FexDcO53MJK0FUAGxWZP4_Pty7ADGrYOEptswBkvVfQ-KwyyqurjdgxYAD-IIJnXWrFlIPBijaOFBPXuI-CHKW90k2P3URQRGfoep_zTY4U1rbqVKMImA24N5Op8hB/s1600/07-origami-lily.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 378px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4DX_sNeVXs748C6FexDcO53MJK0FUAGxWZP4_Pty7ADGrYOEptswBkvVfQ-KwyyqurjdgxYAD-IIJnXWrFlIPBijaOFBPXuI-CHKW90k2P3URQRGfoep_zTY4U1rbqVKMImA24N5Op8hB/s400/07-origami-lily.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5622374002216993570" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYyCTh9KQD0QE0xu9nLSeWf3S3_Gv6DwTLU-y28dfjJFmEXZVHtUP5MhQzVpzi-RZdXudegpexY7Gke6mHmMXn0ASPGKMI9sjlwcm3we1NZb_wkox78_8nmlsE3AWrq0DTYJylGpzEpeRW/s1600/08-origami-lily.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 318px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYyCTh9KQD0QE0xu9nLSeWf3S3_Gv6DwTLU-y28dfjJFmEXZVHtUP5MhQzVpzi-RZdXudegpexY7Gke6mHmMXn0ASPGKMI9sjlwcm3we1NZb_wkox78_8nmlsE3AWrq0DTYJylGpzEpeRW/s400/08-origami-lily.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5622374000451134082" /></a><br />You will now have crease marks on the piece, that will be used in the next step. Place your finger under the lower point of the kite, and fold upwards as shown. This is a petal fold. <br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1NlHMrK00OyLxKJvNldri7V-9TXiccWPffk3bBNc5KKNs5CGy-Jx7d7nLYwfQQNh-QXfkno7GTMZeQOes6g5H0GpfxGhHxs345Af1NLrTyVh5X4mf6wqYVVrhW_39nleS0GKaO86fIhGp/s1600/09-origami-lily.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 337px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1NlHMrK00OyLxKJvNldri7V-9TXiccWPffk3bBNc5KKNs5CGy-Jx7d7nLYwfQQNh-QXfkno7GTMZeQOes6g5H0GpfxGhHxs345Af1NLrTyVh5X4mf6wqYVVrhW_39nleS0GKaO86fIhGp/s400/09-origami-lily.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5622374005485859906" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNyKQ70EwzcM5ZVvQ30ERXm1HnNqkqP9I6yqNNwEqdNf3NMu0dVi9MfQUWskmxVH_Jn9PsLnt0nYCRNfHQkkPb54XAfUVf6ATkV6hPQIT7OoIyMUzHnd0c9YCzmkUfri62T5IxoN_SK6tF/s1600/10-origami-lily.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 367px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNyKQ70EwzcM5ZVvQ30ERXm1HnNqkqP9I6yqNNwEqdNf3NMu0dVi9MfQUWskmxVH_Jn9PsLnt0nYCRNfHQkkPb54XAfUVf6ATkV6hPQIT7OoIyMUzHnd0c9YCzmkUfri62T5IxoN_SK6tF/s400/10-origami-lily.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5622374014308757810" /></a><br /></span><div class="blogger-post-footer">Misshaudau.com</div>craft4uhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12823149170111127580noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2238599890529555152.post-85526797616437952702011-06-25T20:55:00.001-07:002011-06-25T20:59:01.271-07:00Make a Naruto Headband<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSZIJOfL1z4bb9Qvl_txNNiaXxs0j0kC3ueX1YeSTazpu5Z0FezAagXpD3aq-DEWdYkaALEoHd091fGBnXFf37J7cP_jTX4-ZA-6b8xnTNA8vpCWVsc80LyKQYy46oY4WePYps2FCCJYYj/s1600/250px-Ge7729_704.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 250px; height: 161px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSZIJOfL1z4bb9Qvl_txNNiaXxs0j0kC3ueX1YeSTazpu5Z0FezAagXpD3aq-DEWdYkaALEoHd091fGBnXFf37J7cP_jTX4-ZA-6b8xnTNA8vpCWVsc80LyKQYy46oY4WePYps2FCCJYYj/s400/250px-Ge7729_704.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5622372169310510546" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">This is an easy, quick and fun way to make a Shinobi headband resembling one from the popular anime Naruto.</span><br /><span class="fullpost"><br /><br />1. Search the Internet for [[Be a True Naruto Fan|Naruto]] headbands to get a template, or use the link in the tips section.<br />2. Find or buy blue cloth (cotton works best). You can also [[Tie Dye Using Rit Powder|dye]] your cloth blue if you cannot find a blue one.<br />3. Cut a strip of the cloth about 3 inches wide and however long you need to wrap around your head. Leave enough extra to tie off behind your head.[[Stencil an Item Using Spray Paint|Spray paint]] the cardboard on one side only, as the paint won't help the fabric glue stick.<br />4. Once the paint has dried, use either your pencil, or a darker silver marker to transpose the design of your choice. Using pencil first will allow you to correct your mistakes.<br />5. When you are satisfied with the plate, apply fabric glue to the back of the plate and the front of your cloth band and press together firmly. Adding a phone book as a weight will improve bonding.<br />6. When the glue has dried per instructions on the packaging, your headband is complete.<br />7. Don't forget to add three holes to each side. Alternatively you could use permanent marker so that the fabric does not show through.<br />8. You can also use an Arizona tea can for the metal part to make it more realistic. you could also get some thumb tacks to make the screws on the side or some rime stones they add depth like a screw and cover them with a silver sharpie so they wont shine and a darker silver for the screw indentation.<br /><br /><br /></span><div class="blogger-post-footer">Misshaudau.com</div>craft4uhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12823149170111127580noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2238599890529555152.post-3872677017955261762011-06-21T18:58:00.000-07:002011-06-21T19:01:12.662-07:00Wrapping a gift basket<span style="font-weight:bold;">With Easter approaching, I thought it would be timely to share how to wrap a gift basket. With this technique your basket will look just as good as the professional ones in the store. Simple directions below.</span><br /><br /><span class="fullpost"><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Supplies:</span><br />Basket - I recommend getting one at the thrift store. They're just as good as anything you would buy at the store and usually cost less than a dollar.<br />Magazine or catalog<br />Scissors<br />Tape<br />Cellophane<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0rDsJVhKhjgt-237G8fWd6wHnQMAv5iew2eKWg21KWxowB6SQe_J4h-jZts5imZ5rcrvlSrwO96U65vz0HrmSWSkS2f1fXcC9icPUzofPfN5rpY_ISJeThwqQcunmvRmAN11SDubT2FY/s1600-h/easter+basket+steps+1-4.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 309px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0rDsJVhKhjgt-237G8fWd6wHnQMAv5iew2eKWg21KWxowB6SQe_J4h-jZts5imZ5rcrvlSrwO96U65vz0HrmSWSkS2f1fXcC9icPUzofPfN5rpY_ISJeThwqQcunmvRmAN11SDubT2FY/s400/easter+basket+steps+1-4.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5319527149046147666" border="0" /></a>Fill your basket 2/3 full with crumpled magazine paper (step 2). Cover all of the crumpled paper with one piece of paper (step3). Cover with shredded paper or Easter grass (step 4).<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEGQ5JzKfLPrHzJLFbuC8QzeEDrROy4PjWvo0IKKvI6px04Ifhw5a9j9MJHrIfXLhjuNQy4xVwECkLQhdAATxbId6dHyi6DEludsDexQMiUq0zJSw3U5YIJ9TKQwsRYUUQkm7LEKZ9T7U/s1600-h/easter+basket+step+5.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 312px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEGQ5JzKfLPrHzJLFbuC8QzeEDrROy4PjWvo0IKKvI6px04Ifhw5a9j9MJHrIfXLhjuNQy4xVwECkLQhdAATxbId6dHyi6DEludsDexQMiUq0zJSw3U5YIJ9TKQwsRYUUQkm7LEKZ9T7U/s400/easter+basket+step+5.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5319528702405280242" border="0" /></a>Arrange the gifts starting at the back with the taller pieces and work your way to the front with the shorter pieces. This makes the gifts look more appealing and helps hold the smaller items in place. If you need support to stand an item up, use decorative cardboard to place in the back of the basket. In the past I've used cardboard from boxes covered in wrapping paper.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj64HtxootUkAkaMFKbQe_3bgBW4BIp4rukXd1kx_pWBJeyWRyl1PiILZEz_OJhxNmbJfmj1HB7NZpt1KHSnJ_z-AohAdfm1qS4aBOyJWzN0uQrQZgnIvocFcA-ZRESWMz3Ri-SD7YdEpo/s1600-h/easter+basket+step+6.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj64HtxootUkAkaMFKbQe_3bgBW4BIp4rukXd1kx_pWBJeyWRyl1PiILZEz_OJhxNmbJfmj1HB7NZpt1KHSnJ_z-AohAdfm1qS4aBOyJWzN0uQrQZgnIvocFcA-ZRESWMz3Ri-SD7YdEpo/s400/easter+basket+step+6.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5319530059457189330" border="0" /></a>Place the basket in the center of the cellophane and pull the cellophane up so it's folded in half. Refer to picture.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZnD6aWVvNXN_Fddk4HNlye4C_JcZeUyHN5twugvgLTtBlGLdkR8Khxq8qvzyPuR3bHUYH1a-3tmPnyV56DkQNXhJccL0avGrsJdEftABpHalS6qbbZMb8ifWkJ1DN5XJPBRuGeVzlajw/s1600-h/easter+basket+step+7.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZnD6aWVvNXN_Fddk4HNlye4C_JcZeUyHN5twugvgLTtBlGLdkR8Khxq8qvzyPuR3bHUYH1a-3tmPnyV56DkQNXhJccL0avGrsJdEftABpHalS6qbbZMb8ifWkJ1DN5XJPBRuGeVzlajw/s400/easter+basket+step+7.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5319530956012565778" border="0" /></a>Fold the right side behind the basket (refer to picture). Secure with tape. Fold the left side and secure with tape. Sometimes there's excess cellophane that needs to be cut back to make it more workable. Bunch up the top of the cellophane over the basket toward the back and secure with a rubber band. Make sure the cellophane in the front of the basket doesn't bunch up at all. Sometimes it takes a little finessing to get it perfect. Tie a ribbon over the rubber band. Done.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdVTEYUEIMgTKjTMOYKRGwVx6Ccx1PAd8xe1Mdt-AOjjSMqSnj9u5rRPeUCgw4KKKeOt1YbVYLAA7NQ4uHEFeVfk6VkwcBEKIA4e6wkp-q4kyvOcaaoTtiVcrW02_2l5_0eAbZAP9NWUw/s1600-h/easter+basket+step+8.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 273px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdVTEYUEIMgTKjTMOYKRGwVx6Ccx1PAd8xe1Mdt-AOjjSMqSnj9u5rRPeUCgw4KKKeOt1YbVYLAA7NQ4uHEFeVfk6VkwcBEKIA4e6wkp-q4kyvOcaaoTtiVcrW02_2l5_0eAbZAP9NWUw/s400/easter+basket+step+8.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5319532172317488226" border="0" /></a>This is what the back of the basket will look like.<br /></div><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5tcL_kEr46pl8fWJQHgvR3C91dNcp7_sMUYC_QUJbwcf2JGS3s2RVOF8tnZTBiGAX09CjfEjCFzncOOOP0mKt30Rx0F5V7odTHJ83wJFzntxcfoj51ZWExbECDD2FyuLbavE-bmvocBg/s1600-h/gift+basket.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 237px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5tcL_kEr46pl8fWJQHgvR3C91dNcp7_sMUYC_QUJbwcf2JGS3s2RVOF8tnZTBiGAX09CjfEjCFzncOOOP0mKt30Rx0F5V7odTHJ83wJFzntxcfoj51ZWExbECDD2FyuLbavE-bmvocBg/s400/gift+basket.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5319532728940012066" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="blogger-post-footer">Misshaudau.com</div>craft4uhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12823149170111127580noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2238599890529555152.post-54229689773286332242011-06-11T21:20:00.000-07:002011-06-11T21:20:00.166-07:00Kids theme parties - Party hats<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIcjIrznicB8iUNwMqcNgHC8OmnhNRZvo9LROIzpKRbBF3kY2Z5tqqxpU-tUTUOgOcGpv2n0jA5_xpf-P0w-nEmaggc6RF5VE9VOOqyPuCjjq0RmI1dEFo_thdupndHAEQ3ZMYcRCUOb4e/s1600/birthday-party-hats.png"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIcjIrznicB8iUNwMqcNgHC8OmnhNRZvo9LROIzpKRbBF3kY2Z5tqqxpU-tUTUOgOcGpv2n0jA5_xpf-P0w-nEmaggc6RF5VE9VOOqyPuCjjq0RmI1dEFo_thdupndHAEQ3ZMYcRCUOb4e/s400/birthday-party-hats.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5616441401830999922" border="0" /></a><br />A kid’s birthday party is not complete without a party hat!<br /><span class="fullpost"><br />They can come in many shapes and sizes but they all have one thing in common… they add to the liveliness and festive feeling of any party.<br /><br />They can be made from balloons, from newspaper or tissue paper, they can be adorned with feathers, glitter, sequins, colourful buttons, flowers or streamers, the choice is yours. Party hats can be shaped like a cone, a top hat, a simple band with Mickey Mouse or Bunny ears, a pirate hat, a witch hat… as with so many crafts, your imagination is the only drawback when it comes to the kind of hat you will make for your kid’s theme party.<br /><br />The easiest party hat you can make yourself is the conical party hat. diagram for a cone shaped party hatDraw a triangle on a piece of stiff cardboard or coloured paper – size 12″ x 18″ – use the 12″ as the height and the 18″ as the size to go around the head. Change the straight bottom line to a curve:<br /><br />Decorate as desired, then glue the edges together and leave to dry. (Use paperclips to hold the hat together while it is drying). Staple both ends of a thin piece of elastic string onto opposite sides of the bottom edge of the hat so it fits under the chin.<br /><br />A golden rule when planning your kids’ theme parties is to let them be a part of the planning from the beginning, so the older kids will really enjoy making their own party hats.<br /><br /></span><div class="blogger-post-footer">Misshaudau.com</div>craft4uhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12823149170111127580noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2238599890529555152.post-1251702413351879082011-06-10T05:23:00.000-07:002011-06-10T05:23:00.131-07:00How to Make A Baby Bib From Old Towels<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGvK3xeUS9k-WYpJH51-hZnxgQUa1FJptHUsJrtbfhQAcbrrxtUOzfxvBM9-cWmyhoq5WEns4mjIvdC3GO3Bc6FgI86TFnI6mQWUnIQJioqtxFrr3lORurXCHRE7ts7tLY8UeUjPuJnrNz/s1600/baby-bib.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 360px; height: 360px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGvK3xeUS9k-WYpJH51-hZnxgQUa1FJptHUsJrtbfhQAcbrrxtUOzfxvBM9-cWmyhoq5WEns4mjIvdC3GO3Bc6FgI86TFnI6mQWUnIQJioqtxFrr3lORurXCHRE7ts7tLY8UeUjPuJnrNz/s400/baby-bib.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5614710347162471586" /></a><br /><br />Go baby bibs and Wall Street money goes; too much. Save pennies instead of spending purchased in lots of money, their own simple and cheap way to make sure.<br /><br /><span class="fullpost"><br /><br />Pattern bib baby’s need, one is your correct free-hand drawings in good or if you do not (Internet) information highway hit us liking free patterns to find. Print and cut it. Now, all your feeds and head that collects table, kitchen, counters, floors or sewing room.<br /><br />Layouts, flat, and towels are placed on your patterns. The model’s markers and pens. Repeat this process until the baby towel bib overall there is form; cuts off all pennies. With the help of matching or contrasting thick yarn or wire around every edge cover stitch sewing start bib. This gives the bib, decorative appearance, and to prevent it, bleaching and Ravel.<br /><br />Almost completed; now, cut a strip of Velcro or a tape loop n about 2 inches long and may be to hook up. Bib (goes around the neck portion) band hooks are just part of the sewing area opposite band loop sewn today. Alto! Your baby’s bib. Repeat this process until all pennies.<br /></span><div class="blogger-post-footer">Misshaudau.com</div>craft4uhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12823149170111127580noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2238599890529555152.post-63032548139429082982011-06-09T21:00:00.000-07:002011-06-09T21:23:09.810-07:00How to build a Letter HolderA letter holder is not only practical but can also adorn a passage, entry or other suitable wall and it is relatively easy to make.<br /><br /><span class="fullpost"><br /><br />This letter holder allows letters from the mailbox to be sorted and stored into individual pockets awaiting collection from different family members. As well, car key hooks along the bottom of the letter holder will help ensure that the letters will be seen by the people they are intended for. Below is a Materials List and required tools list.<br />On subsequent pages there are step-by-step instructions accompanied by photos and detailed plans.<br /><br />Materials list<br /><br />1 of 600mm x 600mm (2ft x 2ft) Sheet of 4.5mm (3/16") thick mdf, plywood or similar type panel board. (Specifications allow for a bit of wastage.)<br /><br />1 of 2000mm (80") length of 45mm x 19mm (3/4"x 1 1/2") wood. (Specifications allow for a bit of wastage.)<br /><br />50 panel pins (i.e. small thin nails 25mm (1") long.)<br /><br />15 wood screws 38mm (1 1/2") long.<br /><br />5 key hooks.<br /><br />A bit of PVA wood glue and some sandpaper.<br /><br />A drawing of all the parts can be seen below<br /><br />Required tools<br /><br />Hammer Hand saw Jig-saw Carpenter's pencil Measuring tape Drill Drill bit (slightly thicker than the screw shank)<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Step 1</span><br /><br />How to shape the wood for a letter rack<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhM2DtxweoN0cJEmRJwIAzq7CbYfOWGB3E9hWBhcsRlZgXQH9K9JJE7_9NP4I7S8aCzlHNOvm475UN7Z8CqgCfDDXAOsVbxyjBm20HaEg9-bs7wZuUQRIW1tyxSmb5CrdxB4KvfEdbb2NRV/s1600/letter_holder_plates.gif"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhM2DtxweoN0cJEmRJwIAzq7CbYfOWGB3E9hWBhcsRlZgXQH9K9JJE7_9NP4I7S8aCzlHNOvm475UN7Z8CqgCfDDXAOsVbxyjBm20HaEg9-bs7wZuUQRIW1tyxSmb5CrdxB4KvfEdbb2NRV/s400/letter_holder_plates.gif" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5616437259350473106" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Measure and mark all the pieces to be cut according to the plans. Use plates and cups as templates to mark the curves (see the curved shapes).<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Step 2</span><br />Parts for a wooden letter holder<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhjIiGQsvu4nQrv2bOVXbTniemDqzGThXtpTd4nreADwwMBeTmQ7OOp0LTN3S6pA49wAzGkRkySJ8bBJvdfdw2vU7XpfMmYg9gJVb-jf2GzvbZ60_VKBgjHyK44CEZHQqvsTeaKoXDhZHW/s1600/letter_parts.gif"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhjIiGQsvu4nQrv2bOVXbTniemDqzGThXtpTd4nreADwwMBeTmQ7OOp0LTN3S6pA49wAzGkRkySJ8bBJvdfdw2vU7XpfMmYg9gJVb-jf2GzvbZ60_VKBgjHyK44CEZHQqvsTeaKoXDhZHW/s400/letter_parts.gif" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5616437616968959858" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Cut all the pieces and drill the screw holes in parts [c] and [e].<br />The positions of the holes are shown in the parts plan<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Step 3</span><br />Wooden letter holder assemble parts [d] and [e]<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiF_klkUxqjBPYJxLXJ1QlD9nLHiaqzwBJp6oZM0ktc_pJpMPdfB2Jc3j880uaoj2EgJ_96jYfOxAcVBtKtaNnG5qs7RwC1oS-gR6gU8Uz4gmlKdCoAlSvQsjzouqXqKG00DtXyj66WmhHA/s1600/letter_holder_assemble_2.gif"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiF_klkUxqjBPYJxLXJ1QlD9nLHiaqzwBJp6oZM0ktc_pJpMPdfB2Jc3j880uaoj2EgJ_96jYfOxAcVBtKtaNnG5qs7RwC1oS-gR6gU8Uz4gmlKdCoAlSvQsjzouqXqKG00DtXyj66WmhHA/s400/letter_holder_assemble_2.gif" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5616437845720977298" border="0" /></a><br />Screw member [e] to members [d].<br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Step 4</span><br />Wooden letter holder assemble parts [e] and [f]<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2g0Rkb5kAM9ZSi2TbtQIIrcUF5Ya4vx987lmVA5gqNm8MMLVPEmdCoFGfib7Strd2XUaJqQgDYSfCVY0dnNZ4QoM9muuevYLeo3kYQCU0T9iaKWV6Iac4HZk6O6gRRstUdtXBv3082t1m/s1600/letter_holder_assemble_3.gif"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2g0Rkb5kAM9ZSi2TbtQIIrcUF5Ya4vx987lmVA5gqNm8MMLVPEmdCoFGfib7Strd2XUaJqQgDYSfCVY0dnNZ4QoM9muuevYLeo3kYQCU0T9iaKWV6Iac4HZk6O6gRRstUdtXBv3082t1m/s400/letter_holder_assemble_3.gif" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5616437950206593698" border="0" /></a><br />Screw member [e] to member [f].<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Step 5</span><br />Wooden letter holder assemble parts [d] and [e]<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEga7KEe3Ht5M_5vFegWoS1asXkCpKJTVaUgKbkFFSAmtiTcffSR1lZ2mNCzOvUmtRIkGDyWO4kGdHP36BPyweRbv0RHFoVGeuaxHjVjRP2-16IZsbYg_TyuVdoKPPH7NkfBCG2NfQKIb-pQ/s1600/letter_holder_assemble_4.gif"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEga7KEe3Ht5M_5vFegWoS1asXkCpKJTVaUgKbkFFSAmtiTcffSR1lZ2mNCzOvUmtRIkGDyWO4kGdHP36BPyweRbv0RHFoVGeuaxHjVjRP2-16IZsbYg_TyuVdoKPPH7NkfBCG2NfQKIb-pQ/s400/letter_holder_assemble_4.gif" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5616438442682046994" border="0" /></a><br />Screw members [c] to members [e and f].<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Step 6</span><br />Wooden letter holder assemble add part [b]<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwD9PSAhyphenhyphenVDLyLp1l7OHE3UflrSWwY77IxnvMN6V5ehHHv3rDRcEtw7XPqYoZigtA-yuoHguDsTwhdXlpU-u_YzAhgEMSAE4fZHJCGDHwQng3JULXv6r_PG4Cna6A_ZP9xJhtpEYSnpo9k/s1600/letter_holder_assemble_5.gif"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwD9PSAhyphenhyphenVDLyLp1l7OHE3UflrSWwY77IxnvMN6V5ehHHv3rDRcEtw7XPqYoZigtA-yuoHguDsTwhdXlpU-u_YzAhgEMSAE4fZHJCGDHwQng3JULXv6r_PG4Cna6A_ZP9xJhtpEYSnpo9k/s400/letter_holder_assemble_5.gif" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5616438445511374466" border="0" /></a><br />Glue and nail the front piece [b] to members [c, d and e].<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Step 7</span><br />Wooden letter holder assemble add part [a]<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJ49iYfFyyUgub4jyU3pgP-8FL5gNGz4pmY-Z19FqtCEBtx8Y_QIDcqbjSYsd2nmtkEQmslW2cnMKfvTMCYOPUB8LBpYulZLXad9tEIxWuKbgPwiwpsLj7CaP33JsDhTNbd_ljRVfDbKwM/s1600/letter_holder_assemble_6.gif"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 170px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJ49iYfFyyUgub4jyU3pgP-8FL5gNGz4pmY-Z19FqtCEBtx8Y_QIDcqbjSYsd2nmtkEQmslW2cnMKfvTMCYOPUB8LBpYulZLXad9tEIxWuKbgPwiwpsLj7CaP33JsDhTNbd_ljRVfDbKwM/s400/letter_holder_assemble_6.gif" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5616438450693396338" border="0" /></a><br />Turn the unit over then glue and nail the back piece [a] to members [c, d and e].<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Step 8</span><br />Wooden letter holder assemble. add the key hooks<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbgz94_yNycpiu_T7TmldJnodvYXeem3qsgAg9tP0bcJpKON3prH2hCKyTaQfGUgeAZXydeA0XKjPcNnIdKKN4Xc2e2gwa7ot2xnm03or6Je0bwz5vfN7_q8b7wmfmHLk0big0q1egp59i/s1600/letter_holder_assemble_7.gif"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbgz94_yNycpiu_T7TmldJnodvYXeem3qsgAg9tP0bcJpKON3prH2hCKyTaQfGUgeAZXydeA0XKjPcNnIdKKN4Xc2e2gwa7ot2xnm03or6Je0bwz5vfN7_q8b7wmfmHLk0big0q1egp59i/s400/letter_holder_assemble_7.gif" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5616438454918533842" border="0" /></a><br />Drill a hole (to allow for hanging) at the top of the back piece [a] and add key hooks to member [f].<br /><br />Drawings:<br />(1). Firstly, the plan with all the dimensions.<br />(2). Secondly, a drawing of all the parts also showing where to drill the screw holes.<br />(3). Thirdly, a drawing showing how to make the curved shapes. <br /><a name="plan"> <img src="http://www.buildeazy.com/newserve/letter_holder_plan_front.gif" alt="letter holder plans font view" border="0" height="485" width="550" /> </a> <br /><img src="http://www.buildeazy.com/spacerwhite_2x2.gif" alt="" border="0" height="8" width="2" /><br /><a name="parts"><b>The parts</b></a><br />[a] Back board<br />[b] Front board<br />[c] End vertical members also showing the positions of the screw holes<br />[d] Intermediate vertical members<br />[e] Bottom upper horizontal member also showing the positions of the screw holes<br />[f] Bottom lower horizontal member<br /><a name="holes"> <img src="http://www.buildeazy.com/newserve/letter_holder_plan_parts.gif" alt="letter holder plans showing all the parts" border="0" height="700" width="550" /> </a><br /><img src="http://www.buildeazy.com/spacerwhite_2x2.gif" alt="" border="0" height="8" width="2" /><br /><a name="shapes"><b>The curved shapes</b></a><br />Below is a drawing explaining how to make the curved shapes. Plates and cups can be used as patterns. See <span class="page">photo</span>.<br /><img src="http://www.buildeazy.com/newserve/letter_holder_plan_making_shape.gif" alt="How to make the shapes for a wooden letter holder or rack" border="0" height="552" width="550" /><br /></span><div class="blogger-post-footer">Misshaudau.com</div>craft4uhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12823149170111127580noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2238599890529555152.post-16459659541268851602011-06-08T05:18:00.000-07:002011-06-08T05:18:00.860-07:00Another way to make a baby changing mat<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMsvUxuoZpXfNJO7N1Wa6_qKOOFq_eWEER0ZcnZJD4J3swSxtRHanPZ17J9IuZFSqf5j4fB2t_NRuA7WaDmsPUhhLajQz10sksCNzvUHrNKDM8QV-1_dsi0sI0sd9A11B2Yu1umyZ-_7s_/s1600/101205_463.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 350px; height: 231px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMsvUxuoZpXfNJO7N1Wa6_qKOOFq_eWEER0ZcnZJD4J3swSxtRHanPZ17J9IuZFSqf5j4fB2t_NRuA7WaDmsPUhhLajQz10sksCNzvUHrNKDM8QV-1_dsi0sI0sd9A11B2Yu1umyZ-_7s_/s400/101205_463.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5614709775662620306" /></a><br /><br />To wear your baby anywhere if you want to change the diaper changing mat provides a clean surface. Quick and easy pillow diapers can make Matt baby. Or can any fabric to sew a selection of custom carpet. Select to create a flannel back table cross-vinyl carpet clean wipes, or comfortable cotton fabrics to select, and then if necessary, wash your mat machine. Make some to keep the bag or car in hand House, changing mat. You can provide a mat evolution as baby shower gifts.<br /><br /><span class="fullpost"><br /><br />Modify the custom sewn mats.<br /><br />Stick with two fabrics per each 30 inch to 15-inch cut. The deburring, as required.<br /><br />The batter throws flour to a flat surface. Place a small piece of tissue to rest on the first part of the fabric cloth and the top of the right stick.<br /><br />Near the end pin carpets around deploys all three layers.<br /><br />On the long side to sewing the three layers, and then start together 1 / 2 inch edge removed from the PIN, comes to them. Through open three or four the translation out carpet of evolution “.<br /><br />Organization and change mat layer between right through. Hides the stitches near the limit could close the fabric inside opening and closing open more carefully.<br /><br />Run time up to around 1 / 2 inch from the edge of the transfer pad. Sew the other changes in the bi-directional pad to form a large corner site for x. Change the movement free quilt surface Matt.<br /><br />Mutation or mat of storage or transport roles.<br /><br />Change cover matte<br /><br />Cut into sticks pillow-sized.<br /><br />Drag the end of the stick pillow fine and smooth openings carefully. Near the edge of the boundary of pillows to PIN through all three layers. Depending on the distance pillow last open to trim the stick held fast to the.<br /><br />Sew around the edge 1 / 2 inch completely, deleting only the PIN cover.<br /><br />Sew along one inch from the edge of cover equal to the end.<br /><br />Forming elsewhere in bars for large x in the bi-directional square pillow to sew. Change the movement free quilt surface Matt.<br /><br />Mutation or mat of storage or transport roles.<br /></span><div class="blogger-post-footer">Misshaudau.com</div>craft4uhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12823149170111127580noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2238599890529555152.post-3751130367485851652011-06-05T05:07:00.000-07:002011-06-05T05:11:02.906-07:00How to Make a Baby Changing MatThis article will show you how to make a baby changing mat!<br /><br /><span class="fullpost"><br />1-Get yourself a meter (1m x 0.7m) of water resistant fabric, any color you like. Half a meter of thick wadding (0.9 x 0.6), some thread and you're ready to go.<br />2-Place the wadding on top of the fabric and fold the fabric over so you have three sides ready to stitch with one folded side. Ensure you have about 1 inch of free fabric on each side, cut down if necessary.<br />3-Remove the wadding and fold the fabric back over so the water resistant surface is inside. Sew along the 2 longest sides.<br />4-Turn the fabric back inside out so the water resistant side is now on the outside. Stuff the wadding in to create a smooth, bouncy surface.<br />5-With the unstitched side, pull tightly to make sure the wadding fits snug inside and sew along the seam.<br />6-For added effect, stitch about 2 inches in from each side to create the centre where your baby can lay down comfortably.<br /><br /><iframe width="425" height="349" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/7xd1PPvJpuQ" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe><br /><br /></span><div class="blogger-post-footer">Misshaudau.com</div>craft4uhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12823149170111127580noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2238599890529555152.post-70888831403103204932011-06-02T08:24:00.000-07:002011-06-02T08:24:00.072-07:00How to make love<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgG7OPGt8i6T_E9Pi8bpsKDi5qkfHhX7vq80HH9EDvyV3vrfpC5u2GEAyeOjfHpf2RVlSrGJXWMdg00Xif2JGnsr6qAGG_AM0fKkYScf_aypghFsa_-AIXe6x2NAfnZqSvpimZEAVHVMfYq/s1600/How-To-Make-Love.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 299px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgG7OPGt8i6T_E9Pi8bpsKDi5qkfHhX7vq80HH9EDvyV3vrfpC5u2GEAyeOjfHpf2RVlSrGJXWMdg00Xif2JGnsr6qAGG_AM0fKkYScf_aypghFsa_-AIXe6x2NAfnZqSvpimZEAVHVMfYq/s400/How-To-Make-Love.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5613088026492231186" border="0" /></a><br /><br />In this instructable, new ways to make love are explored. You can make love for valentine's day. Several examples with explicit pictures are given. Enjoy!<br /><br /><span class="fullpost"><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Step 1: To make lots of love we need a pattern</span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2PkV3Wn3Gwmaq4yas4c6LnWHFxG9IXi1LMEyu5dGKirh3qOrjIEy3kgBwdhG5THxaGFcJ9DugJipp4onOWv7HEfz65xAkpza38DSunKvsM9-NffX9fmuA3WW1ixzaQnKwnXj72xt-nGI5/s1600/To-make-lots-of-love-we-need-a-pattern.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 299px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2PkV3Wn3Gwmaq4yas4c6LnWHFxG9IXi1LMEyu5dGKirh3qOrjIEy3kgBwdhG5THxaGFcJ9DugJipp4onOWv7HEfz65xAkpza38DSunKvsM9-NffX9fmuA3WW1ixzaQnKwnXj72xt-nGI5/s400/To-make-lots-of-love-we-need-a-pattern.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5613088218780594786" border="0" /></a><br /><br />The pattern for love is cut from cardstock with scissors. Just go into the word processor and pick a font, select size, outline, print and cut.<br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Step 2: First way to make love is with plain cardboard.</span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhMCAWl5XUPmWQJOdr68uEfMQQH9qHp2NwyNiDqUOrKvmNXtDw3gjOI-0DMhcOFHA-TTe_rFo4SErkyFf4OKeYbL7UW7rOq0I3cEosqvkdugDpZb4A__izDj6HuqXhvArvtNdYem31I0gJ/s1600/First-way-to-make-love-is-with-plain-cardboard.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 299px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhMCAWl5XUPmWQJOdr68uEfMQQH9qHp2NwyNiDqUOrKvmNXtDw3gjOI-0DMhcOFHA-TTe_rFo4SErkyFf4OKeYbL7UW7rOq0I3cEosqvkdugDpZb4A__izDj6HuqXhvArvtNdYem31I0gJ/s400/First-way-to-make-love-is-with-plain-cardboard.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5613088022673012034" border="0" /></a><br /><br />I cut these out on the bandsaw. Use the letter pattern of love to outline letters, then cut.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Step 3: Make plain love</span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyEo8a4ak_F3PO3CUzrgY7JNFVYkxITslmYOqwHjaRw0jdpwqvqXqE2Jqca0fdKshAqvFBu4N4ykJe5aXkEPE_JqgqyNjPZP0kdpQdfsJX5eikNDdCSccXsq2MlSow7rgVn1q6nLz8hmnU/s1600/Make-plain-love.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 299px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyEo8a4ak_F3PO3CUzrgY7JNFVYkxITslmYOqwHjaRw0jdpwqvqXqE2Jqca0fdKshAqvFBu4N4ykJe5aXkEPE_JqgqyNjPZP0kdpQdfsJX5eikNDdCSccXsq2MlSow7rgVn1q6nLz8hmnU/s400/Make-plain-love.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5613088035272069986" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Letters made out of styrofoam, cut on hotwire machine.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Step 4: Make your love stand out</span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4Z7ri6eunoJrL5w7aqLL3fg-WFOL9-SAM28paa9sRxzJlrRes3-URR6j6l9yy75EqQBqOLnS-3lEDILyzFKVAQxoftO-sOS-3_7GUaYjsaFtvO_BqctxVb4DoSTh2cq6UAYBMXr4h2QQY/s1600/Make-your-love-stand-out.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 299px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4Z7ri6eunoJrL5w7aqLL3fg-WFOL9-SAM28paa9sRxzJlrRes3-URR6j6l9yy75EqQBqOLnS-3lEDILyzFKVAQxoftO-sOS-3_7GUaYjsaFtvO_BqctxVb4DoSTh2cq6UAYBMXr4h2QQY/s400/Make-your-love-stand-out.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5613088214997245586" border="0" /></a><br /><br />If Love is painted in the color of your choice, it will be more enduring, and look better, too. I chose red here.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Step 5: Make Love standing up</span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbjHHOBs0vZuM3eJMmgmRZurqbQqc2IEdOfMB8MdEplrrx-l5qaxjHq0xGTeIFY8CvFJlG0T-YrdEWlJUVXbc9oLANnc6oiwKUg4CrD1Eb3zLkWrSqIlq4ywyDMiAFzus6syT1QwUyVogy/s1600/Make-Love-standing-up.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 299px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbjHHOBs0vZuM3eJMmgmRZurqbQqc2IEdOfMB8MdEplrrx-l5qaxjHq0xGTeIFY8CvFJlG0T-YrdEWlJUVXbc9oLANnc6oiwKUg4CrD1Eb3zLkWrSqIlq4ywyDMiAFzus6syT1QwUyVogy/s400/Make-Love-standing-up.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5613088032520656226" border="0" /></a><br /><br />In this shot, love is made in the upright position. This is not really practical, but is an option.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Step 6: There can be contrast in making love</span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHU5xLrBUMEzWugZzeESc97c4X0qVVYNVuY67lwSjJTirtuX1rGm_4Xjh6xZiaqu4WoGPvhw166mi_zP9EAD1okni5v0ov-VY1VNPPH9kBO0vFkU0q1KzGlcphAoMvnZZh4MYKs5YdsGPe/s1600/There-can-be-contrast-in-making-love.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 299px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHU5xLrBUMEzWugZzeESc97c4X0qVVYNVuY67lwSjJTirtuX1rGm_4Xjh6xZiaqu4WoGPvhw166mi_zP9EAD1okni5v0ov-VY1VNPPH9kBO0vFkU0q1KzGlcphAoMvnZZh4MYKs5YdsGPe/s400/There-can-be-contrast-in-making-love.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5613088216759627170" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Here, cardboard is shown against a white background. Quite a contrast in love.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Step 7: Bugs and bees in love!</span><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSYPBMHQgEeQaWwiD1XqRkoiBjjy7i00kQP_3yGs2FgU-WBwiE70ZqgnisknRR_kjWR3DE9PIAgrBqctzXKu9dBUFRTq9eDI3NR1s8I_sEat1r9_b5-uvkyplt4BG0wj2lE12Bpy13qUMK/s1600/Bugs-and-bees-in-love.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 299px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSYPBMHQgEeQaWwiD1XqRkoiBjjy7i00kQP_3yGs2FgU-WBwiE70ZqgnisknRR_kjWR3DE9PIAgrBqctzXKu9dBUFRTq9eDI3NR1s8I_sEat1r9_b5-uvkyplt4BG0wj2lE12Bpy13qUMK/s400/Bugs-and-bees-in-love.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5613088018641871426" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Self explanatory....<br /><br />That's how you make love :). Enjoy!<br /><br /></span><div class="blogger-post-footer">Misshaudau.com</div>craft4uhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12823149170111127580noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2238599890529555152.post-83092560257872429372011-05-31T20:04:00.001-07:002011-05-31T20:16:08.635-07:00A cool hand-made tool organizer<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhr3IbAUV6B62ybadDoI7pWpofDJMXsb8SDp1wJfqCPKger38czqPqyAonpMU_VobYN_AVzwoNxgfIYOw9V4BqxblPGYExN9yaoEyIowRCb-k-RQ0dgPZnB-RIc-b5ShbC4xY-XFMKH-8Ak/s1600/How-To-Make-A-Tool-Organizer.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 299px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhr3IbAUV6B62ybadDoI7pWpofDJMXsb8SDp1wJfqCPKger38czqPqyAonpMU_VobYN_AVzwoNxgfIYOw9V4BqxblPGYExN9yaoEyIowRCb-k-RQ0dgPZnB-RIc-b5ShbC4xY-XFMKH-8Ak/s400/How-To-Make-A-Tool-Organizer.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5613082143778779154" /></a><br />Need a simple, easy to make tool organizer? I had the thought that it would be better to have a vertical tool organizer instead of having the tools lie all over the work area. Using styrofoam and cardboard, an effective tool holder is made.<br /><span class="fullpost"><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Step 1: Gather Materials</span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpK7obRNPVtEjQPIU6BCmY2qCj2RPVXvqwm_4ZHKaIXFdWfOwVWmfVellr_wiBpsykv00VyULyhP99xIbl7YwyHC8rK9pDafLmpXY-vewiPVG-5BlmuQgEv3U07FuR7M68R8AHw-MDKGV4/s1600/Gather-Materials.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 299px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpK7obRNPVtEjQPIU6BCmY2qCj2RPVXvqwm_4ZHKaIXFdWfOwVWmfVellr_wiBpsykv00VyULyhP99xIbl7YwyHC8rK9pDafLmpXY-vewiPVG-5BlmuQgEv3U07FuR7M68R8AHw-MDKGV4/s400/Gather-Materials.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5613082538179836818" /></a><br /><br />For this simple project, you will need cardboard, styrofoam (EPS foam, actually) a craft knife or box cutter, a hotwire machine if possible, some glue and a rubber band<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Step 2: Prepare Foam Blanks for Cutting</span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgWXJjitctEFGRTNCTQZAjyAnkCfj-JzrUdErbYc1Sic_isp5J0DN54PZjJad_bnih8-FlRpeM8Pfi2ODPZEpmdK4LNLGq0d-hJNtpMAebeUqvyG9lyOMIWWhgpDhvBv8_pPdAwkuyVJXp/s1600/Prepare-Foam-Blanks-for-Cutting.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 299px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgWXJjitctEFGRTNCTQZAjyAnkCfj-JzrUdErbYc1Sic_isp5J0DN54PZjJad_bnih8-FlRpeM8Pfi2ODPZEpmdK4LNLGq0d-hJNtpMAebeUqvyG9lyOMIWWhgpDhvBv8_pPdAwkuyVJXp/s400/Prepare-Foam-Blanks-for-Cutting.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5613083001602469298" /></a><br /><br />Here, a piece of foam is selected to be the holder for the pair of pliers shown. With a pencil or sharpie, trace silhouette onto the foam.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Step 3: Cut Out All Tool Holders From Foam</span><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXBQ_KkrXxs3Hdkbs17_6xQ9rjaiFPXvhp3NmL2uiI4l9DOvmqM8Sa2rjee8KXBeDO_7tIbtuHYrWNxBZF3aKqdbMavVyXkqBYv65lUWtiizf_WjiJ57lS2HJ8pfM7Xoj8VXeOCZNNx5di/s1600/Cut-Out-All-Tool-Holders-From-Foam.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 299px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXBQ_KkrXxs3Hdkbs17_6xQ9rjaiFPXvhp3NmL2uiI4l9DOvmqM8Sa2rjee8KXBeDO_7tIbtuHYrWNxBZF3aKqdbMavVyXkqBYv65lUWtiizf_WjiJ57lS2HJ8pfM7Xoj8VXeOCZNNx5di/s400/Cut-Out-All-Tool-Holders-From-Foam.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5613083350050677058" /></a><br /><br />In this step, all pieces are cut with the hotwire machine. A craft knife can be used also, you are just limited in thickness of foam. Use many strokes to cut with a knife, taking care not to tear foam.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Step 4: Glue foam to cardboard</span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiT7RnQsgb2slvxUih0v1PpcOz6kDZuf2g8ZlsF-ljg0xChIg-yltCW2phNVW4_9i2tSt8Yqo5PhawCl6pj1CV4luuAc1K2VSoTJiGTnhUhmU6TS5Dx8V6ZEUmpGs8X0qh4O2z3BFkVSSq9/s1600/Glue-foam-to-cardboard.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 299px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiT7RnQsgb2slvxUih0v1PpcOz6kDZuf2g8ZlsF-ljg0xChIg-yltCW2phNVW4_9i2tSt8Yqo5PhawCl6pj1CV4luuAc1K2VSoTJiGTnhUhmU6TS5Dx8V6ZEUmpGs8X0qh4O2z3BFkVSSq9/s400/Glue-foam-to-cardboard.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5613083631472195970" /></a><br /><br />For each tool piece, cut and glue appropriate foam piece to the pre-cut cardboard. For this project, I had four tools to organize, hence four pieces of foam and four pieces of cardboard.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Step 5: Complete Pieces for each tool.</span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhI92Pjwpnhh5YWVwYxbUkfwvRS0dvn1kjKBqPNhYik_6mkitva2Mwm9BjT7twWxmh3qCjK67x3qzrZUM7i-y-7RDgtzvggM3Ni4Yo0mOHy-kOUcePqc5IGQ7OG68ooaMg4TlTJjbhJ9y4i/s1600/Complete-Pieces-for-each-tool.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 299px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhI92Pjwpnhh5YWVwYxbUkfwvRS0dvn1kjKBqPNhYik_6mkitva2Mwm9BjT7twWxmh3qCjK67x3qzrZUM7i-y-7RDgtzvggM3Ni4Yo0mOHy-kOUcePqc5IGQ7OG68ooaMg4TlTJjbhJ9y4i/s400/Complete-Pieces-for-each-tool.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5613083911242065522" /></a><br />The four tools in this project and their foam pieces cut and glued to cardboard.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Step 6: Complete Project</span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHxkVYyAAxd0DCiNfAzWlgfyWYWYYuDRw2q9vdYeJpxUNDLxt-0k0COL4SylsDnf5gg1qTvMAUgbUxR0Bn3gs5WPkJpvEYG4SsrKid6p1ZxnsMmrCoN-BYKQ4mfU-Y23FPFC7-CizpAheG/s1600/Complete-Project.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 299px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHxkVYyAAxd0DCiNfAzWlgfyWYWYYuDRw2q9vdYeJpxUNDLxt-0k0COL4SylsDnf5gg1qTvMAUgbUxR0Bn3gs5WPkJpvEYG4SsrKid6p1ZxnsMmrCoN-BYKQ4mfU-Y23FPFC7-CizpAheG/s400/Complete-Project.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5613084069300285874" /></a><br /><br />The final product...Note how footprint of holder is about equal to the space one tool occupies. This way you can tell at a glance if all tools are in place, and they are easily grasped for doing your work. I used a rubber band to hold the modules together, but they can be enclosed in a "box" made of cardboard, masonite, matboard, or so on. I left it at this point as I might want to add to it in the future, but don't want to make it too big.<br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Step 7: Tool Organizer Makeover</span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoufDqKJHV_xB921d-ljIt7eF_lZepCukU-VvMF37_5QqoBn13nCD46JsHAMMa9Tiz4gPtuS3WYHAVauoO8MNScz_ivfwepg_BT5njmzNJELgwMTUwOHUA4QcPwJ1yXI6-pvXHGm7IsUbG/s1600/Tool-Organizer-Makeover.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 299px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoufDqKJHV_xB921d-ljIt7eF_lZepCukU-VvMF37_5QqoBn13nCD46JsHAMMa9Tiz4gPtuS3WYHAVauoO8MNScz_ivfwepg_BT5njmzNJELgwMTUwOHUA4QcPwJ1yXI6-pvXHGm7IsUbG/s400/Tool-Organizer-Makeover.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5613084327677773426" /></a><br />I decided to update, improve and decorate my tool holder....time on my hands! <br /></span><div class="blogger-post-footer">Misshaudau.com</div>craft4uhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12823149170111127580noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2238599890529555152.post-51392503663276494862011-02-12T18:45:00.000-08:002011-02-12T18:55:07.583-08:00Valentine Sucker Tutorial<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfViYSkfxtlyFUqRYI8dqJeXXfccDlCJEE7UGN1y8s-7VtwixYAHlrZbBQeuKUJD1o5w6guWNTNjAwKtkGJASnfQomIIo9BwX3pJCrSqW7BrY_24XkbsO9YPPgDE0R8EVJ5xXZDIP-lVOK/s1600/6a010535be1d5d970b010536ffc217970b-500wi.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; 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float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4v_LrQwNJezvY1m1dOMTtadj6BqFNt_rZAiFau1OmVBhw2Dbx9vb4SkndAK-pDb-T4OKb6coEEJzHJ5zflZ4BCe0iNzO94qPk93qt-DxzaW56Pjw10t38upuWlUB6b8g1Js_Esz8s1Hnz/s400/6a010535be1d5d970b010536ffc09f970b-500wi.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5573000599531923570" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhx2wzDrzEvkLKrZihyphenhyphenkRRcV5jzI6X1K7e9LT9KWVGS5_Hev7zjcpx1j96tYj3IfMWmbBRjoDhVqyVr0vlBiN-h1N81NECK20cnSGUF51SlfpMsC7rOFrekMQj-BT7oH4XYxeiTFXjnOcU6/s1600/6a010535be1d5d970b010536ffc09c970b-500wi.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhx2wzDrzEvkLKrZihyphenhyphenkRRcV5jzI6X1K7e9LT9KWVGS5_Hev7zjcpx1j96tYj3IfMWmbBRjoDhVqyVr0vlBiN-h1N81NECK20cnSGUF51SlfpMsC7rOFrekMQj-BT7oH4XYxeiTFXjnOcU6/s400/6a010535be1d5d970b010536ffc09c970b-500wi.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5573000600821238674" border="0" /></a><br /><p>First, collect your supplies:</p> <p>(everything can be found at Michaels, of course!)</p> <p>~cut 2 heart shapes out of felt<br />~embroidery floss<br />~oversized needle (these work better than regular handsewing needles)<br />~wooden stick<br />~polyester filling<br />~hot glue gun<br />~Valentine ribbon<br />~plastic sucker bag (optional)</p><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiz3prG5NJ1ys_3na32pPS6h84hpvuQx56knwUSJYK00jMgTjDIckChp1_O22ayBJbYQ7v3dRrtrZFFMz4sUnPUmR649cBwC05_XDGC1joaHW9Oyjjym2MLdTzPApUcVpcQZR3HsFnBGeba/s1600/6a010535be1d5d970b010536ffc0b8970b-500wi.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiz3prG5NJ1ys_3na32pPS6h84hpvuQx56knwUSJYK00jMgTjDIckChp1_O22ayBJbYQ7v3dRrtrZFFMz4sUnPUmR649cBwC05_XDGC1joaHW9Oyjjym2MLdTzPApUcVpcQZR3HsFnBGeba/s400/6a010535be1d5d970b010536ffc0b8970b-500wi.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5573000356081549794" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEWrSSkPYgBmB_Vq8JY1fFvdvPJ52596DfzT4XrwJZaACgjP07uyn7FJaZ2yqbcT35JYKOY4BSB-OHNMhs9CZCsLKrIwlkXyq3ZQQ1RnZmNIJ52E0EFXPZcteCrFLHB9QaFNLvZUbcacMR/s1600/6a010535be1d5d970b010536ffc0b4970b-500wi.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEWrSSkPYgBmB_Vq8JY1fFvdvPJ52596DfzT4XrwJZaACgjP07uyn7FJaZ2yqbcT35JYKOY4BSB-OHNMhs9CZCsLKrIwlkXyq3ZQQ1RnZmNIJ52E0EFXPZcteCrFLHB9QaFNLvZUbcacMR/s400/6a010535be1d5d970b010536ffc0b4970b-500wi.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5573000354715039202" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIFc1pGnrMFLvrtEMz0koByL3FP7PET7rOECG7A_3jyEZUKUCv_Knod4GKsmiyeMuPDO2lAx8pS7Fvtr0yZsEhmFAYNjbx8YGaXb4LtHsoUAYfj7v-9sJi-C9ZwaWZupA1x72po9KL4GHV/s1600/6a010535be1d5d970b010536ffc0ac970b-500wi.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIFc1pGnrMFLvrtEMz0koByL3FP7PET7rOECG7A_3jyEZUKUCv_Knod4GKsmiyeMuPDO2lAx8pS7Fvtr0yZsEhmFAYNjbx8YGaXb4LtHsoUAYfj7v-9sJi-C9ZwaWZupA1x72po9KL4GHV/s400/6a010535be1d5d970b010536ffc0ac970b-500wi.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5573000350004623842" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><p>Beginning close to the point of the heart, blanket stitch the two hearts together. (Leave a gap at the point that is large enough to place the wooden stick in)</p><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><p>Leave yourself enough room (about 1") to stuff polyester filling inside the heart.</p><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><p>Using your hot glue gun, glue a small amount of glue on the end of the wooden stick.</p><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><p>Place stick 1/2" inside the heart, making sure you do not glue the "points" of the hearts.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Finish stitching around the heart. (When stitching the point, you will stitch one side of the heart at a time)</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>As shown in the Cookie Tutorial, work the needle back and forth a few times to hide the leftover thread.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><br /></span><div class="blogger-post-footer">Misshaudau.com</div>craft4uhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12823149170111127580noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2238599890529555152.post-89616051711587420102011-02-12T18:33:00.000-08:002011-02-12T18:38:29.636-08:00Rose Stencil Valentine's Day Mug<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiskmyN9udP6up7TRwo0Vy-ZdWxbl12BS9LUVNJ53twlzcft8JkwSF1_iMaTttuqTSr3zr1GY_3l5bj85rYjtd5h8FwgWs0-1wTSxoFri_rFnvKIsClmmjDDu6dzYyzjUZGtQ4m8KdXThAH/s1600/valmug2.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 166px; height: 178px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiskmyN9udP6up7TRwo0Vy-ZdWxbl12BS9LUVNJ53twlzcft8JkwSF1_iMaTttuqTSr3zr1GY_3l5bj85rYjtd5h8FwgWs0-1wTSxoFri_rFnvKIsClmmjDDu6dzYyzjUZGtQ4m8KdXThAH/s400/valmug2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5572997234752234434" border="0" /></a><br />Here's an inexpensive Valentine's Day gift that you can make yourself for that special someone. We provide the free, full-sized rose stencil pattern (at right) - or you could use your own romantic theme. Either way, a mug that you paint yourself is sure to please!<br /><br /><span class="fullpost"><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Rose Stencil Valentine's Day Mug</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Materials List:</span><br /><br />white coffee mug<br />printed rose stencil pattern (shown above, right)<br />Perm enamel surface conditioner<br />Perm enamel paints (your choice of colors)<br />Perm enamel gloss<br />sharp nail scissors or Exacto knife<br /><br />rose (1K) Stencil a Valentine's Day Coffee Mug<br />Instructions:<br /><br />Purchase an inexpensive glass coffee mug or use a solid white one that you may already have around. Clean the mug well with dishwashing liquid and water, then rinse and dry thoroughly.<br /><br />With a paint brush, brush on the surface conditioner. You must let this dry, but you can usually paint on your design within an hour.<br /><br />You can purchace stencil paper that is specifically manufactured for making your own stencils, but why not save the money and use plain paper and tape? Print out the pattern, put wide tape on both sides of the paper pattern, then cut out using sharp cuticle scissors or an exacto craft knife.<br /><br />Put the stencil in position on the mug (not too close to the top) and keep it in place with spray stencil glue, or tape it firmly in place.<br /><br />Use a makeup sponge to sponge the paint colors on the stencil. You will need two coats of paint. Make another stencil on the other side of the mug handle so that you have a picture on both sides of the mug. If you wish, try painting some small hearts at the bottom as a border, as well as down the stem of the handle.<br /><br />Let dry overnight.<br /><br />Paint on the perm enamel gloss with a brush, and let cure for ten days before washing. (Hint, I set mine in the oven at 225 degrees, when it was dry, for a couple of hours. The paint was fine and I was able to skip the 10 day waiting period.)<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Caution:</span><br /><br />Check the manufacturers instructions when applying paint, particularly if you are using paint on an object that will be used for serving food or drinks. Most paints should not be applied close to the lip of a cup, for instance - so please make sure you read the bottle label carefully.<br /><br /></span><div class="blogger-post-footer">Misshaudau.com</div>craft4uhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12823149170111127580noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2238599890529555152.post-33750725796353529652010-09-14T04:11:00.000-07:002010-09-14T04:14:56.836-07:00Candy Bar Gift Wrap<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOBrETFvt0Qco7lv7S4KfJ4CbnY595wseF1_WIQ52SaXYwdq53O4o3OqOYZfQNSUPzGiFJ7yoWcKeMwCFQ6hFkLXcYg6Q5RNtpmhFPLovWjAn22Fnl4zYqZ0FjvSDQAg7r5nqwIWD-yl2o/s1600/0106_wrap.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 175px; height: 230px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOBrETFvt0Qco7lv7S4KfJ4CbnY595wseF1_WIQ52SaXYwdq53O4o3OqOYZfQNSUPzGiFJ7yoWcKeMwCFQ6hFkLXcYg6Q5RNtpmhFPLovWjAn22Fnl4zYqZ0FjvSDQAg7r5nqwIWD-yl2o/s200/0106_wrap.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5516725394808790050" border="0" /></a><br />Dress up your Christmas candy bars and chocolate barks with this elegant idea.<span class="fullpost"><br /><br /><br />Materials<br /><br /> * Aluminum foil<br /> * Scissors<br /> * Wrapping paper<br /><br /> * Double-sided tape<br /> * Ribbon<br /><br />Instructions<br /><br /> 1.Carefully wrap each bar with aluminum foil, making sure it stays as smooth as possible. Next, measure the length and width of the bar. Cut a piece of festive wrapping paper so that it's 1/2 inch shorter than the bar and wraps around the width with 1/2 inch of overlap.<br /> 2. Wrap the paper around the foil and secure it in place with double-sided tape. Decorate with a ribbon or personalize it with a family photo or a drawing from your child.<br /><br /></span><div class="blogger-post-footer">Misshaudau.com</div>craft4uhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12823149170111127580noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2238599890529555152.post-9776785947675974522010-09-14T03:55:00.000-07:002010-09-14T04:06:56.035-07:003D Paper Stars<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidqNVk7P7WC2ZOQTxrYj5w7BB_seuP0vnYcQC4zXJLihb0LyskfoAcft2vEN5C-SeKL_rvJBUsJ8_IbUfS0vcTMIJJ91t9WwuL7X1svp1xPg7R77qUxSDeFweo9iToKzF96lMBvU-Yjk4r/s1600/250px-Paper_stars_1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 164px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidqNVk7P7WC2ZOQTxrYj5w7BB_seuP0vnYcQC4zXJLihb0LyskfoAcft2vEN5C-SeKL_rvJBUsJ8_IbUfS0vcTMIJJ91t9WwuL7X1svp1xPg7R77qUxSDeFweo9iToKzF96lMBvU-Yjk4r/s200/250px-Paper_stars_1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5516721356593392498" border="0" /></a><br />Have you ever seen little paper stars like these? They're very easy to make, and they're a fun way to recycle a bit of junk mail into something colorful and decorative.<br /><br /><span class="fullpost"><br /><br />Steps<br /><br />1.<br /><img src="file:///Users/Misshaudau/Library/Caches/TemporaryItems/moz-screenshot.png" alt="" /><img src="file:///Users/Misshaudau/Library/Caches/TemporaryItems/moz-screenshot-1.png" alt="" /><img src="file:///Users/Misshaudau/Library/Caches/TemporaryItems/moz-screenshot-2.png" alt="" /><br /><div class="mwimg"> <div class="thumb tright" style="width: 182px;"> <div class="rounders" style="width: 180px; height: 77px;"><a class="image" title="A long, narrow strip." href="http://www.wikihow.com/Image:Paper_stars_2.jpg"><img alt="A long, narrow strip." src="http://pad1.whstatic.com/images/thumb/5/52/Paper_stars_2.jpg/180px-Paper_stars_2.jpg" class="mwimage101" border="0" width="180" height="77" /></a> </div></div> </div><br /> A long, narrow strip.<br /> Cut a long, narrow strip of paper about 1 cm wide and as long as whatever page you are cutting.<br /><br /><br />2.<br /><div class="mwimg"> <div class="thumb tright" style="width: 182px;"> <div class="rounders" style="width: 180px; height: 181px;"><a class="image" title="A simple knot." href="http://www.wikihow.com/Image:Paper_stars_3.jpg"><img alt="A simple knot." src="http://pad3.whstatic.com/images/thumb/2/29/Paper_stars_3.jpg/180px-Paper_stars_3.jpg" class="mwimage101" border="0" width="180" height="181" /></a> </div></div> </div><br /><br /> A simple knot.<br /> Tie a simple knot (the same kind you use to tie your shoes) at one end. Cross the ends of the strips and pull one end through the loop that forms. If you want the color from a particular end of the strip, tie the knot at the other end. Don't twist the paper, just loop it around.<br />3.<br /><div class="rounders" style="width: 180px; height: 181px;"><br />Gently tighten the knot.<br /><div class="rounders" style="width: 180px; height: 155px;"><a class="image" title="Gently tighten the knot." href="http://www.wikihow.com/Image:Paper_stars_4.jpg"><img alt="Gently tighten the knot." src="http://pad1.whstatic.com/images/thumb/7/72/Paper_stars_4.jpg/180px-Paper_stars_4.jpg" class="mwimage101" border="0" width="180" height="155" /></a><br /><br /><br /> </div></div><div class="mwimg"> </div> <br />Gently pull the knot without creasing or squeezing the strip of paper. When all the edges are in contact press it down and crease. You should have a pentagon with a long end and a short end sticking out.<br />4.<br /><br /> Fold the short end over, following the edges of the pentagon, so that it does not stick out. If there's a little more than a pentagon width, you can tear it off or fold it under and tuck it in.<br />5.<br /><br /><div class="mwimg"> <div class="thumb tright" style="width: 182px;"> <div class="rounders" style="width: 180px; height: 160px;"><a class="image" title="Wrap the long end around, following the edges." href="http://www.wikihow.com/Image:Paper_stars_5.jpg"><img alt="Wrap the long end around, following the edges." src="http://pad3.whstatic.com/images/thumb/b/b3/Paper_stars_5.jpg/180px-Paper_stars_5.jpg" class="mwimage101" border="0" width="180" height="160" /></a> </div> <span class="caption"></span></div> </div><br /><br /> Wrap the long end around and around the pentagon, following the edges and the folds. The result should be a fatter pentagon. Fold so that the color you want faces out, if the two sides of the strip are different.<br />6.<br /><div class="mwimg"> <div class="thumb tright" style="width: 182px;"> <div class="rounders" style="width: 180px; height: 158px;"><a class="image" title="Tuck in the loose end." href="http://www.wikihow.com/Image:Paper_stars_6_592.jpg"><img alt="Tuck in the loose end." src="http://pad3.whstatic.com/images/thumb/1/19/Paper_stars_6_592.jpg/180px-Paper_stars_6_592.jpg" class="mwimage101" border="0" width="180" height="158" /></a> </div><br /></div> </div><br /><br /> Tuck in the loose end. If there is a little too much, fold it over or tear it off before tucking it in.<br />7.<br /><br /> Pinch the corners to make the pentagon into a star.<br /><br /><br /><div class="mwimg"> <div class="thumb tright" style="width: 182px;"> <div class="rounders" style="width: 180px; height: 163px;"><a class="image" title="Pinch the corners to make the pentagon into a star." href="http://www.wikihow.com/Image:Paper_stars_7_646.jpg"><img alt="Pinch the corners to make the pentagon into a star." src="http://pad2.whstatic.com/images/thumb/1/12/Paper_stars_7_646.jpg/180px-Paper_stars_7_646.jpg" class="mwimage101" border="0" width="180" height="163" /></a> </div> <a href="http://www.wikihow.com/Image:Paper_stars_7_646.jpg" class="internal" title="Enlarge"><br /></a><span class="caption"></span></div> </div></span><div class="blogger-post-footer">Misshaudau.com</div>craft4uhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12823149170111127580noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2238599890529555152.post-81387987594143589332010-09-14T03:38:00.000-07:002010-09-14T03:48:02.574-07:00Make your own kite<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgarYWQlnCzHSnEPqRqyWHopMDQi4R7W-joPFB7oXpDzhyW0ukThXBRH3pYAd_dXx220X8Mhi-5g3DCquFoFiKHnT3zjnKED2UWQN0wvytSVusSWdi7sG6Ld5d0LIrOXwsdANsxsSVVgQr5/s1600/complete.gif"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 290px; height: 243px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgarYWQlnCzHSnEPqRqyWHopMDQi4R7W-joPFB7oXpDzhyW0ukThXBRH3pYAd_dXx220X8Mhi-5g3DCquFoFiKHnT3zjnKED2UWQN0wvytSVusSWdi7sG6Ld5d0LIrOXwsdANsxsSVVgQr5/s400/complete.gif" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5516719158593792898" /></a><br /><br /><br />Have ever wanted to build a kite? Well, here is a simple kite you can make your self!<br /><br /><span class="fullpost"><br /><br />A kite consists of these basic parts:<br /># The Spine. The up-and-down, or vertical stick that you build your kite around.<br /># The Spar. The support stick(s), that are placed crossways or at a slant over the spine. Sometimes they are curved or bowed.<br /># The Frame. The joined spine and spars, usually with a string connecting their ends, that form the shape of the kite and make a support for the cover.<br /># The Cover. The paper, plastic, or cloth, that cover the frame to make a kite.<br /># The Bridle. One or more strings attached to the spine or spars, which help control the kite in the air.<br /># The Flying Line. The string running from the kites’ bridle, where you hold to fly the kite.<br /># The Tail. A long strip of paper or plastic of ribbon that helps to balance the kite in flight. Not all kites need tails.<br /># The Reel. The object you use to wind your flying line, to keep it form getting tangled or flying away.<br /><br />DIAMOND KITE<br />Materials:<br /># butcher cord or thin garden twine<br /># scotch tape or glue<br /># 1 sheet of strong paper (102cm x 102cm)<br /># 2 strong, straight wooden sticks of bamboo or wooden doweling 90cm and 102cm<br /># markers, paint or crayons to decorate you kite.<br /><br />1. Make a cross with the two sticks, with the shorter stick placed horizontally across the longer stick. Make sure that both sides of the cross piece is equal in width.<br /><br />2. Tie the two sticks together with the string in such a way as to make sure that they are at right angles to each other. A good way to ensure that the joint is strong to put a dab of glue to stick it in place.<br /><br />3. Cut a notch at each end of both sticks. Make it deep enough for the type of string you are using to fit in to. Cut a piece of string long enough to stretch all around the kite frame. Make a loop in the top notch and fasten it by wrapping the string around the stick. Stretch the string through the notch at one end of the cross-piece, and make another loop at the bottom. Stretch the string through the notch at one end of the loop at the bottom. Stretch the string through the notch at the other end of the cross-piece. Finish by wrapping the string a few times around the top of the stick and cutting off what you don't need. This string frame must be taut, but not so tight as to warp the sticks.<br /><br />4. Lay the sail material flat and place the stick frame face down on top. Cut around it, leaving about 2-3cm for a margin. Fold these edges over the string frame and tape or glue it down so that the material is tight.<br /><br />5. Cut a piece of string about 122 cm long. and tie one end to the loop at the other end of the string to the loop at the bottom. Tie another small loop in the string just above the intersection of the two cross pieces. This will be the kite's bridle, the string to which the flying line is attached.<br /><br />6. Make a tail by tying a small ribbon roughly every 10cm along the length of string. Attach the tail to the loop at the bottom of the kite.<br /><br />7. Decorate!<br /><br /></span><div class="blogger-post-footer">Misshaudau.com</div>craft4uhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12823149170111127580noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2238599890529555152.post-66883590557139919322010-09-11T11:32:00.000-07:002010-09-11T11:32:00.559-07:00Making a Chunk Candle<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg243ab7hCyxH_v5O8pe6UKyppAqnOyAFYZ4f5F85kFPwuARCu7sNF9TlgKsRvKPMRi5BXLqTrQFgRooNrWlZIwpJbWeqs54CfLRuOup1mXkZokUQH5gJzrmiVCuU-TA6xJJvsx1yXWksLE/s1600/conetree.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 127px; height: 208px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg243ab7hCyxH_v5O8pe6UKyppAqnOyAFYZ4f5F85kFPwuARCu7sNF9TlgKsRvKPMRi5BXLqTrQFgRooNrWlZIwpJbWeqs54CfLRuOup1mXkZokUQH5gJzrmiVCuU-TA6xJJvsx1yXWksLE/s400/conetree.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5514102742001892450" border="0" /></a><br />Making chunk candles is an and fun activity for all ages. A unique technique using wax chunks of different colors gives the finished candle a beautiful texture and look. They make a refreshing alternative to the usual pillar candles. Follow these step-by-instructions and make your own pretty chunk candles to gift or keep.<br /><br /><span class="fullpost"><br />** It is assumed that the reader has a basic knowledge of preparing the candle mold by spraying oil and wicking it and also for setting and removing the finished candles from the mold. Anyone who has made a pillar candle before will find this project very easy to follow.<br /><br />What You Need<br /><br /> * Wick<br /> * Paraffin Wax<br /> * Candle Mold<br /> * Candle dyes in various colors<br /> * Shallow Tray<br /><br />Directions:<br /><br />1. First you will need to prepare chunks. You can use leftover chunks from other candle projects. Or you make new ones by melting wax, adding color and allowing to set in a shallow pan. You can use either single-colored or multi-colored chunks.<br /><br />2. Prepare the mold by spraying oil and wicking it. Then fill the mold with chunks.<br /><br />3. Melt (un-dyed) wax and add to the mold. Allow to set completely.<br /><br />Note: You can make different types of candles by altering the number of colors and chunks used. You can choose all your chunks to be of the same color or different colors. The color of the 'filler wax' can also be white or any other color that you choose to have.<br /><br />You can also cut out all your chunks in similar shapes or keep mismatched ones.<br /><br /></span><div class="blogger-post-footer">Misshaudau.com</div>craft4uhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12823149170111127580noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2238599890529555152.post-12130396194455314382010-09-08T01:41:00.000-07:002010-09-08T01:47:13.129-07:00Foam Flower Crafts for Kids<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEif_5l0ebZtGIFOdE9GMGtsw_r_ujDli7cLaFQ-xdunVWSFk70FtKkmRwQVME-dFT7Inx4zG0ukrAXzgMzBHkAp5KQBodvg8RGhWu23NjCnjwNKt75QSnb4c41BysFQkLumlwADGKnnyIVd/s1600/hqdefault.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEif_5l0ebZtGIFOdE9GMGtsw_r_ujDli7cLaFQ-xdunVWSFk70FtKkmRwQVME-dFT7Inx4zG0ukrAXzgMzBHkAp5KQBodvg8RGhWu23NjCnjwNKt75QSnb4c41BysFQkLumlwADGKnnyIVd/s200/hqdefault.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5514460666421950866" border="0" /></a><br />Looking for free kids crafts? Learn how to make rose petals for foam flowers in this free video clip about easy foam crafts for kids.<br /><span class="fullpost"><br /><br /><object width="480" height="385"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/MdRR6pP-s-A?fs=1&hl=en_US&color1=0x5d1719&color2=0xcd311b"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/MdRR6pP-s-A?fs=1&hl=en_US&color1=0x5d1719&color2=0xcd311b" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="480" height="385"></embed></object><br /><br /></span><div class="blogger-post-footer">Misshaudau.com</div>craft4uhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12823149170111127580noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2238599890529555152.post-81047100357594360612010-09-07T02:48:00.000-07:002010-09-07T02:52:21.810-07:00Coffee Filter Angel<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHqNULfd02NPVBrvlhy47uubIL5MvXecpxj9vWdJzNbNYtnxYOov7X4gxhUVSs6bOi1mJdFxbtfs9V9dsCCgNLrSfEtLF3JAVGHWPBFWyCyW8XSZQxDYUDUFmUqlyDQL0uoi00P2qRD6R5/s1600/coffee-filter-photo-350-aformaro-IMG_3998_rdax_65.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 146px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHqNULfd02NPVBrvlhy47uubIL5MvXecpxj9vWdJzNbNYtnxYOov7X4gxhUVSs6bOi1mJdFxbtfs9V9dsCCgNLrSfEtLF3JAVGHWPBFWyCyW8XSZQxDYUDUFmUqlyDQL0uoi00P2qRD6R5/s200/coffee-filter-photo-350-aformaro-IMG_3998_rdax_65.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5514107228770903922" /></a><br />This pretty little coffee filter angel is perfect as is, but you can dress her up with glitter to give her an extra special glow.<br /><br />Decorate your whole home with festive Christmas crafts! Create homemade cards, your own Christmas ornaments, tasty Christmas recipes, or just snuggle up together with printable Christmas activities. <br /><br /><span class="fullpost"><br /><br />What you'll need:<br /><br /> * 3 basket style coffee filters<br /> * 2 cotton balls<br /> * 6-8” length of silver or gold ribbon<br /> * 1 white chenille stem<br /> * 1 gold chenille stem<br /> * Scissors<br /> * Hot glue gun<br /><br />How to make it:<br /><br /> 1. Place two cotton balls in the center of one of the coffee filters <a href="http://crafts.kaboose.com/img/craft_images/coffee-filter-photo-350-aformaro-IMG_3981.jpg">(see image)</a>.<br /> 2. Hold the coffee filter with your fingers, gathering the cotton balls in the center to create the angel’s head.<br /> 3. Place a second coffee filter onto the open end, tucking the filter in a bit into the head area. This will produce the layered effect on the dress <a href="http://crafts.kaboose.com/img/craft_images/coffee-filter-photo-350-aformaro-IMG_3986.jpg">(see image)</a>.<br /> 4. While still holding the filter together, tie a piece of gold or silver ribbon around the “neck” and tie a tight bow. Trim ends and set aside <a href="http://crafts.kaboose.com/img/craft_images/coffee-filter-photo-350-aformaro-IMG_3987.jpg">(see image)</a>.<br /> 5. Take the third coffee filter and fold it in half, then fold the filter up length-wise accordion style. Wrap a white chenille stem around the center, and then fan out the wings <a href="http://crafts.kaboose.com/img/craft_images/coffee-filter-photo-350-aformaro-IMG_3990.jpg">(see image)</a>. Fold the excess chenille into a loop for your hanger and twist together at the end.<br /> 6. Make a halo from the gold chenille by wrapping it around something circular, such as the top of a paint bottle. Twist the ends to form the halo. Trim the long end of the chenille, leaving approximately 3” <a href="http://crafts.kaboose.com/img/craft_images/coffee-filter-photo-350-aformaro-IMG_3993.jpg">(see image)</a>.<br /> 7. Have an adult hot glue the halo to the back of the angel so that it is positioned above the head.<br /> 8. Glue the wings in place behind the angel, hiding the gold chenille from the halo.<br /><br />Tips:<br /><br /> * To embellish your angel, try using gold glitter glue or glue and glitter as decoration.<br /> * We do not recommend using markers for facial features as the ink may bleed through the filter.<br /> * If you really want to add facial features, try using a toothpick and acrylic paint. <br /><br /></span><div class="blogger-post-footer">Misshaudau.com</div>craft4uhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12823149170111127580noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2238599890529555152.post-86575457840471783542010-09-07T02:39:00.000-07:002010-09-07T02:41:07.692-07:00Make a Muffin Candle<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk58RF9XMVxfcywO6GpoQrWcXQjwRWliF_vzuU-mE6CODpq4-oajm-XGXlVPrnD0EjJ1oKdI5_djwvfdLgefQkB23TrZ2_GoI_9t_EHKyhrcOZN8LcXkEUqCfNCNMLaRbTfiiee8MvZsRU/s1600/muffin-candle.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 241px; height: 271px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk58RF9XMVxfcywO6GpoQrWcXQjwRWliF_vzuU-mE6CODpq4-oajm-XGXlVPrnD0EjJ1oKdI5_djwvfdLgefQkB23TrZ2_GoI_9t_EHKyhrcOZN8LcXkEUqCfNCNMLaRbTfiiee8MvZsRU/s400/muffin-candle.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5514104184441151090" /></a><br /><br />With candle making, there are hardly any limits. You can replicate lots of things with your creativity. Here are some delicious 'Muffins' that look very, very inviting. I cannot recall the number of times I have used them to play pranks on 'unsuspecting targets'...lol.<br /><br />Complete with chopped crayon bits for nuts and decorations, many people will mistake them for edible, freshly-baked, icing-topped muffins coming from your kitchen!<br /><span class="fullpost"><br /><br />Materials Needed:<br /><br />Candle Making Supplies (Wax, Dyes, Boiler, Wicks etc.)<br />Paper Muffin Cups (2-3 for one candle)<br />Whisk<br />Old Crayons (chopped into small pieces)<br /><br />Directions:<br /><br />1.Place 2-3 paper cups into each other for strength. Now, place them into individual muffin molds or a muffin tray for a string base. Grease them lightly if you wish, but it is not necessary.<br /><br />2. Melt Wax, mix a dark or earthy colored dye for the muffin base. I used brown, but you can experiment. They are not real muffins after all!<br /><br />3. Pour melted wax into the prepared 'molds'. Allow to cool and set. You can use a wick at this point. I have not used one because I made these 'muffins' just as a show-piece.<br /><br />4. Meanwhile, prepare the 'frosting'. Melt wax and dye it a soft, creamy color. I used a pale, earthy brown again, but pinks, creams, blues, greens, yellows, peaches etc. look great for the icing. Be creative with your color combinations.<br /><br />5. Cool the melted wax till you see a thin skin forming on it. Whip it with a whisk till it gets frothy. Quickly, spoon the froth over the muffin. If the wax solidifies before you are able to spoon enough froth, repeat the melting, cooling and whipping process.<br /><br />6. While the frosting is still warm, sprinkle pieces of old crayons.<br /><br /></span><div class="blogger-post-footer">Misshaudau.com</div>craft4uhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12823149170111127580noreply@blogger.com0