Tag: craft tips
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August 05, 2007 03:21 PM EDT --
Organize loose buttons by stringing them on twist ties, then simply twist the ties to prevent them from falling off.
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August 05, 2007 03:47 PM EDT --
If you have a sewing pattern that you will use often, transfer the pattern and all the markings to non-fusible lightweight interfacing. It will last a long time.
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June 08, 2008 04:44 PM EDT --
When doing any craft with fabric, wash all the fabric you intend to use for your project before you start to cut or stitch it. This will ensure that the project will not distort and will remove any dressing . . . more
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May 03, 2007 12:30 AM EDT --
Here is a tip for keeping ribbon organized and untangled. Store ribbon, loosly rolled, in empty, clean plastic bowls with lids. A great way to recycle sour cream bowls, whipped topping bowls, ect.
To . . . more
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December 30, 2007 04:17 PM EST --
Use post-it notes to mask parts of your stamp, or to overlap stamped images.
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January 06, 2008 02:20 PM EST --
Old plastic ice cube trays make great containers for mixing and holding paints. Plus, they're easy to clean, even if you've used acrylics. Just soak the trays in hot water, and the paint will . . . more
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January 20, 2008 11:48 AM EST --
Save the wire from old spiral notebooks to use for craft projects.
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February 14, 2008 10:35 AM EST --
To keep calligraphy pen nibs from rusting, save the silica gel packets from packing boxes or bottles and put a packet in each pen nib storage container.
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February 17, 2008 04:11 PM EST --
Remember, when doing calligraphy, you are actually drawing the letters, not writing. It is important to keep your paper straight. Tilting your paper, as you would to write a letter, adds a tilt to your . . . more
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March 04, 2008 02:05 PM EST --
When doing cross stitch projects, to keep those ends from coming undone in the back, use a small dab of clear fingernail polish. This works great and it doesn't hurt your finished project.
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March 04, 2008 02:13 PM EST --
Sort your photos according to how you want your scrapbook. Sort the photos by year or event and put them in archival photo envelopes and put them in a storage box. This way when you are ready all you have . . . more
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March 04, 2008 02:20 PM EST --
Remember that photos aren't the only memories worth preserving. You go to special events and you have ticket stubs, programs, ribbons and other interesting items that you want to save. Organize them . . . more
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March 20, 2008 12:00 PM EDT --
An old fishing tackle box or toolbox makes a great storage place for craft items. I like to use these for projects. I put all the components for a project in a big toolbox and then I can easyily transport . . . more
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April 10, 2008 11:54 AM EDT --
Tired of the clutter of loose spools of thread & bobbins that you dont have a place for? Try glueing some golf tees upright to the bottom of a plastic shoebox size storage box and arranging your . . . more
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April 17, 2008 10:41 AM EDT --
The next time you run across a broken item that has a cool shape or texture, resist the urge to toss it. Instead, work it into a title or embellishment for an edgy look. Ribbon, wire, rubberbands, beads, . . . more
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April 20, 2008 10:19 PM EDT --
To thread a needle easily, coat the thread with beeswax or a little wax from a crayon or a candle and it will slide right in the hole.
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April 23, 2008 11:36 AM EDT --
Try creating your own background papers by scanning three dimensional objects on your computer scanner. Try some of these interesting items....
Fabrics with interesting textures like canvas . . . more
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May 04, 2008 12:08 PM EDT --
Sliding your scrapbook layout into the page protectors without damaging them can be very hard to do sometimes. To make this easier, try this simple trick. Tear off a long length of waxed paper (about twice . . . more
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May 15, 2008 02:34 PM EDT --
Use an over-the-door shoe holder with clear pockets to store your crafts supplies. They're perfect for organizing glues, scissors, brushes, punches, stamps, etc.
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July 03, 2008 12:08 PM EDT --
A old eyeshadow applicator (wash throughly before using for craft projects) makes a great tool for applying glue or paint to small areas.
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