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Wednesday, November 13, 2013
Tuesday, November 12, 2013
Needles-n-Pins Stitcheries: Sugar Dispenser Turned String Dispenser
I follow the great blog Sew Many Ways and Karen over there has some of the greatest ideas on re-purposing, up cycling, decorating and much more. I thought I would start bringing some of her ideas to our blog right here! :)
This one is about up cycling an old sugar dispenser into a string dispenser. You can turn it into a sewing kit also as seen on her blog, but I am going to show you how she made the string dispenser since I have more thread than I know what to do with.
Now some of you might not be old enough to remember these old dispensers (maybe they still have them...I don't know), but I am sure a lot of you remember them like I do. :)
This one is about up cycling an old sugar dispenser into a string dispenser. You can turn it into a sewing kit also as seen on her blog, but I am going to show you how she made the string dispenser since I have more thread than I know what to do with.
Now some of you might not be old enough to remember these old dispensers (maybe they still have them...I don't know), but I am sure a lot of you remember them like I do. :)
Pictures from Sew Many Ways
Put your thread in the dispenser
Pull the thread through the spout and presto......you have a really neat thread dispenser. I thought this was such a neat idea!
You can also use it for a string dispenser. Always have your string available and where you need it.
Karen also shows you how to turn the dispenser into a sewing kit with pin cushion and scissors!
I thought this was such a good idea that I wanted to share it with you. Now....if I can only find an old sugar dispenser.....off to the thrift shop to search!!
I want to thank Karen at Sew Many Ways blog for showing me how to make this cute thread dispenser.
Colleen :)
Monday, November 11, 2013
Jacquie's Up- Cycle Nation: Baggage
We've all got baggage- Why not make the best of it!
This simple up-cycle makes use of all those random scraps, souvenirs, paint, and everything else in the stash closet. It also creates a new attractive space to stash more stuff!
The only true essentials for this project are Mod-podge, a good paintbrush, and patience.
Choose a suitcase that is made of hard plastic. These vintage cast-offs are in abundance at thrift stores. This dud cost $5.99 at Salvation Army. A bargain for me and the money goes to a good cause: a win-win up-cycle!
Use old book pages or scrap paper to create the first layer. Mod-podge directly to suitcase. This takes a lot of Mod-podge and I found a large household paintbrush to be the best tool for the job. Use small paper strips along skinny areas and rounded corners. Leave some areas bare as these smaller spots can be covered with paint.
If papers bubble or come loose, simply pull them off and cover with new paper.
Let mod-podged paper layer dry over night.
Use acrylic paint to brush over paper and bare areas of the suitcase.
Now begin adding a new layer of visual interest. Using a bottle cap as a stamp, I made loose polka dots in the lower corner. Get creative with old stamps, freehand drawing, or markers.
Adding layers becomes addictive!
The suitcase becomes a great place to display accumulated stickers and snippets hidden away in idea folders.
Smaller tidbits get their own special place on the suitcase sides.
Washi tape looks smart along the structured lines of the suitcase.
To protect layers as the design builds, spray suitcase with a clear coat.
There is no real end to the suitcase I am working on. Though it is done "for now", I have a feeling there are many more layers to come.
LOVE & UP-CYCLE NATION!!
Jacquie Wheeler
Hand of Bela Peck
Sunday, November 10, 2013
Blog Party Sunday -- Show Off Your Handmades
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The rules are simple:
1. Follow our blog
2. Handmade items only.
3. You may list up to 3 items each week.
4. Family friendly items only.
The success of this link party depends on the participants so spread the word to your friends, visit the shops, post about it on your blog, in a forum or on your favorite social networking site, grab the button and put it on your blog or website.
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Friday, November 8, 2013
Today's Featured Shop -- American Doll Clothes
Today's featured shop is American Doll Clothes. Handcrafted doll clothes for the American Girl and other 18 inch dolls. What little girl wouldn't love to find some new doll clothes under the tree.
American Girl Doll Christmas Blue Dress with Snowmen & Red Stripes
American Girl Doll Hot Pink Fleece Robe with White Flowers
American Girl Doll Clothes Pink Pajamas Paris Poodles Striped Flannel
American Girl Doll Black & White Hoodie with Flowers and Black Sweat Pants
Be sure and visit Janette's shop to see all she has available for you. https://www.etsy.com/shop/AmericanDollClothes
American Girl Doll Christmas Blue Dress with Snowmen & Red Stripes
American Girl Doll Hot Pink Fleece Robe with White Flowers
American Girl Doll Clothes Pink Pajamas Paris Poodles Striped Flannel
American Girl Doll Black & White Hoodie with Flowers and Black Sweat Pants
Be sure and visit Janette's shop to see all she has available for you. https://www.etsy.com/shop/AmericanDollClothes
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