While sorting some trinkets I came across some charms I made with Shrinky dinks, loose and mismatched beads and instead of keep sorting away, I got inspired to put my found items to use. Because I like working small, I think these eventually will be some type of wearable art. They are mini-quilts, with trinkets.… Read More Quilted talismans
I have several jars of buttons. All kinds of pretty buttons. Small, big, shiny, colorful. The problem is when I am looking for something I have to empty the whole jar to look through, and then maybe the next jar, and the next. So it was the case the other day. I am not sure… Read More Mini wearable quilts
At the dollar store I found stickers with images of the Virgin Mary. The package came with four identical sheets. Duplicates are great! This time earrings were on my mind. After sticking the stickers on brown craft paper I covered the sheet with clear lining (the type you line your kitchen cabinets and drawers).… Read More Earrings made out of stickers
A quick tutorial on the Christmas cards I made this year to send to family and friends. They are available in my etsy store. You will need: blank card/envelope, index cards, washi tape, scissors, little bit of yarn and a sewing machine. Tape the washi tape on the index card. I used 4 strips on… Read More Washi tape Christmas Cards
It has been some time since I’ve made any jewelry. I tend to go in cycles. I sew. I needlefelt. Then I switch to paper. I stamp. I collage. Then I take the paper to the sewing machine. I take some paint. I give it a try. I put it away. Here are a couple… Read More Zentangle inspired soldered necklace
