the make list: Thankful Garland

the make list: Thankful Garland

Friday, November 22, 2013

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Okay, I haven't done one of these in a REALLY long time. The last time was when I made these decorative clothespins. I also have made a papel picado banner, some t-shirt accessories, and some cute vintage looking arrows. The basic idea is I use a tutorial for something crafty that I like to make my own version, and then I post the results here. Almost... like a review. Except not.

This time I decided I wanted to make my own take on this very thankful garland from the blog cakies.

image from mycakies.com

Aren't those just too cute? I don't have my own awesome kids to write adorable things, so I had to modify it a bit to fit my own life. But I really liked the overall idea of recording what you were thankful for. I didn't necessarily want everyone else to know (read as: make fun of me... I have ruthless friends) so I did them all scribbly-like and cut them to be a more abstract piece. I really like the end results. :]

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the make list: decorative clothespins

the make list: decorative clothespins

Monday, July 11, 2011

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Today's make list project was something I found on the blog mer mag. The projects she does with her kids are so cute. This week is different because it wasn't a tutorial, it was just a simple idea.

This is the inspiration. I fell in love with that clothes pin on first sight. So simple, so cute. It was a valentine found in the Susy Jack shop, but when I went to look, it wasn't there anymore.

These are the finished clothespins:

Just a little white pant on what I wanted to be the front, and then use a marker to make the designs. Its so easy, and takes no time at all. Sometimes the simplest things can make your life prettier.

I hope you have a pretty day!

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the make list: papel picado banners

the make list: papel picado banners

Friday, May 20, 2011

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Soooo... This is one of those times where you make something, and want to post it right away, but never really get around to it until ridiculously later. Or maybe I'm the only one who does that... Anyways!

A few weeks ago was Cinco de Mayo (see what I mean about late?) so in honor of this holiday, I made my very own papel picado banner. I've seen these beautiful creations everywhere, but i never thought of making them.

 (from mexicansugarskull.com)

But when I found this tutorial on Style Me Pretty, I knew I had to try. And I'm so glad I did.

The banner is hung over my bed, and every time I look at it I smile. It's like I have a party in my room every day!  I couldn't think of any pretty designs (read: I wasn't brave enough to try anything REALLY intricate) so I went with my initials... unfortunately that means every time I look at it I feel a bit narcissistic, haha.

And yes, I have like 3 Star Wars posters in my room. More nerd cred?

I hope your day is a happy one.

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the make list: t-shirts to accessories

the make list: t-shirts to accessories

Saturday, April 23, 2011

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This week's make list projects were centered around t-shirts. Out of one xl t-shirt I managed to make 2 bracelets, a crazy necklace, and a headband.

The bracelets came from this great tutorial from the blog V and Co.

The top perfect examples are hers, and then those silly blurry pictures are mine.

And then there is this tutorial from the blog A Pretty Penny. I've actually seen this linked on quite a few sites, and no wonder. It was so easy to make, and it can look quite professional with minimal effort. This time I'm just going to show my photo. But if you like mine go check out hers. It's muuuuuch more impressive.

And finally my headband... This one wasn't made from tutorials. I had some extra fabric left so I went for it.

I was going for a comfy can still be cute thing. Do you think it worked?

Thats about it. I hope you have a wonderful day.

ps... bowties are cool. Doctor Who tonight!

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the make list: vintage inspired arrow decor

the make list: vintage inspired arrow decor

Friday, April 15, 2011

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So I have this HUGE folder of bookmarks full of things I want to make. I'm talking like 150+ projects, and I add new ones pretty much every day. Every time I look at it I feel a little lazy... These links have been accumulating for over a year, and I haven't actually completed a single project.

Thats about to change, though. I have decided to try to tackle at least one of these projects a week. I'll make them, and then leave pictures and thoughts here... along with a link to the inspiration/tutorial of course!

For my first "make list" project I decided to make arrows inspired by this tutorial by Danielle Thompson.

I had to include one of her photos. They are simply gorgeous.

I'm very satisfied with the way my arrows came out.

I only used acrylic paint, and my feathers were made out of paper.  I used some metallic gold acrylic to add some fun details (best shown by the photo at the top). It took about three hours.

If you want some arrows without all the hassle, Sweetshorn on esty sells some gorgeous vintage sets.

I hope your day is right on target!

(get it? target? arrows? I'm so punny!)

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