Printing on Fabric Using Freezer Paper...

~ please read all instructions before you begin ~

Cut a piece of freezer paper at 8.5" x 11" 

Iron the shiny side face down on a piece of muslin.

Once the paper is attached to the muslin, trim the muslin to the same size as the paper, 8.5" x 11".

Be sure to check for stray threads and trim away any excess fabric that isn’t bonded to the freezer paper along the edges.

Place the fabric sheet in the paper tray of your printer, it’s best to have some other paper below the fabric sheet – it just helps the fabric sheet to feed thru better.

Now, print your image.

You’ll probably have to play with the settings on your printer to achieve the quality you’re after. Once you figure out what works best, I suggest that you write it down so you’ll know for next time.

Once the fabric is printed, let it sit for a minute or two until the ink is dry. Gently peel away the freezer paper backing.

A Note About Ink:
Some inks for inkjet printers are not colorfast so you’ll need to test that out, you don’t want your project ruined if it should get wet.
I use an Epson printer and Epson Durabrite ink which is permanent. I’ve even washed the printed fabric and it still looks great!

A Note About Freezer Paper:
Freezer paper is found in most grocery stores in the same aisle as foil, plastic wrap, etc. Make sure it says FREEZER paper. Do not use wax paper, it’s not the same thing and wax paper won’t work.
I like to use pre-cut 8.5”x11” sheets of freezer paper. It really saves some time. I buy mine from www.cjenkinscompany.com They also have pre-treated printable fabric and fabric sheets.

The Fine Print:
I have never had any problems using this method of printing. However, I will NOT be responsible for any damages that may occur to your printer by using this method of printing. If you follow these directions you are printing at your own risk.

The images being printed for this tutorial are from www.EweNmePrintables.com

Thanks for joining us again!
Deena Davis
www.byuourhands.com

Basket Storage Ideas...

If you're like me, you're always looking for creative ways to store things. One of the things I find myself doing a lot is using baskets to store things in, especially my craft supplies.

My workspace is small, so I like to "hide" as much away as I can, otherwise it's just a mess. On one wall, in my work room I have shelves and I use bread baskets to store things like glue sticks, markers, ink pads, rubber stamps, etc. These may not be the best basket for the shelf, but I found them on sale for $1 each. I can't pass up a good bargain.

While searching the internet and ran across quite a few others using baskets for storage. But the great thing about the ones I'm sharing with you is, they're all handmade.

Check out this Felted Basket on www.craftleftovers.com I think it's really cute and she has a link for a downloadable pattern for it.

Another cute basket idea I found was on www.sewmamasew.com there is also a free PDF file there to download the instructions so we all can make our own.

I think this is a really clever for magazine storage. It's not a basket, but it was too inventive to pass up. A magazine holder crafted from a cereal box. www.casasugar.com

Bette has a tutorial on her blog for making pantry baskets. These could easily be changed to store things in your craft room too. www.bettestomorrowstreasures.blogspot.com

All of these ideas prove that you don't need a lot of money to be creative in your storage. If you have any ideas, please leave us a comment and share what you have.

Thanks for visiting!
Deena Davis
www.byyourhands.com

Handmade Blog Party Sunday - Mothers Day

 She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness.
 She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness.
 Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her.   Proverbs 31:26-28

Happy Mother's Day to all the mothers out there.

Today's Blog Party is in honor of Mothers and crafting.

When my Mother was alive she always loved to receive handmade gifts from me.
She was the one that taught me how to knit and crochet when I was very young. My grandmother taught me to sew.  

Since I don't have my Mother here to make things for any more I would like to share this little quilt I made in honor of my Mother  two years ago for Print and Sew. 

This is a picture of my Mother when she was a young woman.

Show Us Yours:
So, now it’s YOUR turn for the party this week! What have YOU made as a gift for your Mother this year or perhaps you enjoy a craft your Mother taught you that you would like to share with us.

Add your link to the Linky list and remember our guidelines for the party:

1. Add your permalink to the link list, which is the actual post that you did for this party, NOT your general blog url. To get the actual post, after you publish the post, just click on the title and THAT will be your party post url.
2. Please add our button to your post or blog OR at least link back to this post in your post. It’s common courtesy to link back to the person having the party, so that all of your readers can find it too.
3. Please do NOT link to an Etsy shop or something similar. This party is for sharing your handmade items only posted on your blog.

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Handmade Sampler Giveaway from Ewe-N-Me Printables DONE

Welcome to  another Handmade Sampler giveaway. These items will help get you ready for the summer holidays.


This time around we have items made with some of the printables Deena has on www.EweNmePrintables.com


First we have a patriotic feedsack pillow. This was made by Bette of www.HandmadeByBette.etsy.com using printables from www.EweNmePrintables.com

Also we have a set of 5 Americana bottle cap magnets and a set of 4 patriotic hang tags, These were made by Deena of www.EweNmePrintables.com

You can earn up to four entries by doing the following...

1. Visit www.EweNmePrintables.com and come back here and post a comment with your favorite item on the website.   Be sure and leave your email address so we can contact you if you win.


2. Earn one extra entry by becoming a follower of this blog.  Already a follower?  Just let us know so we can give you credit.

3. & 4. Earn TWO extra entries by posting this giveaway on your blog along with a link to this blog. Be sure and let us know you have done this.

(USA entries only, please)

The giveaway will start today, Saturday, May 8, and the winner will be announced on Friday, May 21. We will announce it here and contact you by the email address you have left. Final day to enter is Thursday, May 20, 2010.


Have fun and good luck!

We Have a Winner for the Clothespin Dress

Congratulations Cheri  (Country Cottage)  from Ohio on winning the clothespin dress giveaway.

The winner was picked using the true generator on Random.org.    We want to thank all of you who took the time to enter and for all the wonderful comments.

Be sure and come back again tomorrow as we will have a new giveaway starting.