tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81441695056543924492024-03-14T13:34:19.915+01:00BalloonHighwayAncahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13901631607000816087noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8144169505654392449.post-56493762780586327012013-01-31T12:04:00.001+01:002013-01-31T20:35:24.083+01:00The wire button tree - Tutorial<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="text-align: center;">A friend recently asked me to make a wire button tree for her. She wanted a similar button tree with the one in this </span><a href="http://craftandcreativity.com/blog/2013/01/12/buttontree/" style="text-align: center;" target="_blank">tutorial</a><span style="text-align: center;">:</span><br />
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The idea is really nice, but I must say I've encountered some difficulties in making the tree, so I said to my self I should make another tutorial with more detailed information.</div>
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You can see the list of supplies in the picture below:</div>
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A few tips on the supplies:</div>
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- in the original tutorial, 0.5 mm thick wire was used so I've bought the same. The shop where I've found it had no idea of the softness of the wire and it turned out to be a bit on the hard side, making it difficult to manipulate in groups of 40....so look for softer wire if possible:)</div>
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- I used around 20m of wire for one tree that turned out to be approximately 30 cm high and 20 cm wide; roughly the size of an A4 sheet of paper </div>
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- also, the first tutorial uses 21 buttons, grouped in 7 branches of 3 buttons each. I think you can use as many as you like and as colorful as you want, but still, in my opinion, the tree looks better if it is not symmetric</div>
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- the electric screwdriver: the one in the pictures numbered with 1 and 2 is from the original tutorial (photo credits http://craftandcreativity.com/blog/) where a metal hook that fit the screwdrivers's head was used</div>
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- time needed: approximately 1.5 h for one tree.</div>
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I didn't have that, so my husband made a custom tool for me, by inserting a metal hook into a small cilinder of wood and using a knife to cut the wood to fit the screwdriver's head.</div>
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Step 1:</div>
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- choose the buttons, lets say 21 pieces</div>
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- cut 21 pieces of wire, 90 cm long</div>
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- insert the wires through the buttons' holes</div>
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- for each button, attach the loose ends of the wire to the metal hook by a small loop, as seen in the photo below</div>
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- holding the button firmly into one hand, and the screwdriver in the other, push the button of the tool using the lowest speed setting, until the wire is twisted on the entire length</div>
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Use a marker to make a dot on the button you are using so <i>all the wires will be twisted in the same direction!!!</i></div>
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- now you have 21 buttons set on twisted wire</div>
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- use your hands to make an extra twist at the back of the buttons, to keep these from moving (optional)</div>
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- choose you 7 combinations of 3 buttons each</div>
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- for each branch, make a loop for the loose ends of the 3 wires and attach it to the screwdriver's head</div>
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- using the flat nose pliers hold tightly of the 3 wires in the point where you want the twisting to end and the branches to go separately (like in the picture below)</div>
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- follow the same twisting procedure as seen in Step 2, being careful not to twist as hard as the first time</div>
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- assemble the tree starting from the top</div>
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- take the branch you choose to be the top of the tree and the one for the second higher branch, wrapping this last one around the top one till you have just enough left for the roots</div>
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- take the third branch and wrap it around the two from the previous step and so on, wrap the branches one by one till all 7 are ready</div>
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The first time around, you can use one of my pics or the one in the first tutorial as guidance for the placement of the branches. I did, so my first tree turned out similar with the original one, but I am using my imagination for the next:)</div>
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I must also warn you (and this is why I've suggested using a softer wire), I needed a little help from my husband to put together the tree in it's final shape.</div>
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- cut the roots being careful to keep them long enough to support the height and weight of the tree </div>
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- arrange the buttons in the desired position</div>
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Enjoy!</div>
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Take a few minutes and pay a visit to the amazing <a href="http://craftandcreativity.com/blog/" target="_blank">blog</a> that gave me this idea, it has lots and lots of beautiful crafting tutorials!</div>
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<br />Ancahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13901631607000816087noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8144169505654392449.post-78135135081881354832013-01-22T17:02:00.001+01:002013-01-22T17:05:10.838+01:00First adventure into shrink plastic worldI wanted to try this wonderful material for so long now, I can't even remember. <br />
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A long time ago, I had received a clear sheet of plastic from a swap partner. It was a piece of shrink plastic and I had no idea what to do with it.<br />
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After researching a bit online I decided it was something worth exploring, and, as it wasn't expensive material, ordered some online, both the clear and the white type. The one I use is called <i>Shrinkles</i>. I like is a lot, it doesn't seem to distort or ruin the drawing in any way after shrinking.<br />
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I know there are so many online resources that offer tips and tricks about it, so I'll stick to sharing what I've found out from my own experience:)<br />
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First of all, the plastic I use <i>shrinks to about 41% of the original drawing</i>, so you need to take this into consideration when deciding what project to make.<br />
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The <i>white sheets of plastic</i> come already roughened on one side, so you would want to use this for coloring. Be careful though when using <i>markers</i>, as these will bleed through the small scratches of the surface. It is fine for one color design, because when you cut around the edges of your drawing you can remove the bleeding color that exceeds these limits.<br />
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For a more complicated design I'd recommend using <i>colored pencils</i>. I use some old ones I've had since childhood and it works great. Only tried using pencils on the roughened side as I don't think the color will adhere on the shiny side.<br />
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These cute mushrooms are entirely colored with pencils. I like using a marker for accents and a more tridimensional look. I think the texture created by the pencils on the plastic surface is really neat! Love this rough, rustic, handmade touch:)</div>
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Be sure to use <i>clear varnish</i> to seal the design after baking:) I use a solvent free varnish, the same one I use for decoupage technique. Already tried the one I use for Fimo and it smudges all the marker away:(<br />
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Another "problem" I stumbled upon is that some markers will leave strikes of excess color when used on the shiny side of plastic.<br />
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For me it is not exactly a problem as I like the handmade texture that this adds to a design, but just in case, test your markers on a scrap of plastic before. Don't worry if the marker leaves a bit of stroke marks, I've only been able to see these in a very zoomed-in picture.<br />
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Everything about miniature worlds fascinates me. Wether in Disney movies, in children's books, in fairytales for grownups or in whimsical glass jars terrariums, I could spend hours watching them and imagining complicated, Alice in Wonderland like scenarios.</div>
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So as we went at the flea market again last Saturday, I considered finding a basket full of these miniature wonderful critters to be a sign:)</div>
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Among other goodies hidden in an old basket, I had found these vintage wooden stamps, one with a family of penguins and one with a group of cute rabbits. Both in very good condition and for only 50 euro cents each! There was a nice paper corner punch for the same price and I could not leave it behind so I've got it for the same price as the stamps. You can see the small corner motif near the stamped rabbits:) They seem to like it very much!</div>
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I love autumn. My creative juices seem to flow better while the skies are gloomy and it's raining cats and dogs. </div>
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The clouds were hanging heavy on the led sky and we knew we had to hurry. Only a few tables were full with the usual second (or third) hand stuff: clothes, bags, toys, cutlery, paintings, a pair of vintage Dior sunglases, jewelry and some vintage camera lenses.</div>
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At this last table, my husband lingered more than the usual 30 seconds, so I knew he must have found something very interesting. He bought two lenses, a 1973's Soligor 28 mm 2.8 and a 1983's Helios44m 56mm.</div>
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We live close to the forest but the beauty of fall is that ev<span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.294118);">ery little plant that I wouldn't normally notice has something to show off for, so a walk around the neighborhood will do.</span></div>
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Don't you think autumn is the coziest of seasons, with the sweaters, wool socks, hot cocoa, umbrellas, fog, rain, warm colors, hoodies and boots?</div>
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So, by the time it was dark, I had ended up with these photos and some brand new crafting ideas for my shop:)</div>
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You can find the felted acorns featured above (and more handmade rustic home decor) in my Etsy <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/BalloonHighway?section_id=10326589">shop</a>, <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/80455858/red-heart-needle-felted-acorns-lovely">here.</a></div>
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I've wanted to do this for such a long time, so, when a friend of mine came over for a 2 week visit, this is how we spent a quality girls' afternoon:)</div>
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- old newspaper cut into 2*2cm pieces</div>
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- strong alcohol ( the one pictured here is romanian "tuica" but regular vodka will work just fine)</div>
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Paint your nails with pastel nail polish and let dry for at least 20 minutes. I've used a light grayish-beige hue.</div>
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On a kitchen paper towel, press the newspaper piece (with the written part on the nail surface) on the wet nail and hold for 15 seconds. Try to press evenly on the entire nail, without moving the paper.</div>
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Carefully, slowly remove the newspaper by pulling in the writing direction, from left to right or right to left, not from the base of the nail upwards or vice-versa :). </div>
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Repeat for all fingers. You can also use small images from the newspaper, like this small clock I've found:)</div>
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Let dry for 5 minutes. After all nails are dry, apply the transparent gloss. Be careful not to pass more than once (maximum twice) on the same area, as it is possible that the letters will smudge. Just start applying the polish from the middle and add 2 strikes on the sides and that's it!</div>
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Here are some photos I took of the same technique but a different friend and with a light pink base:</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I simply love the lace-torn jeans combo</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">using my miniature Dior and some fabric petals as props for whimsical photos</td></tr>
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<br />Ancahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13901631607000816087noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8144169505654392449.post-23664288712874763462012-04-16T20:01:00.000+02:002012-04-16T22:03:38.555+02:00Another glorious day at the flea marketDear reader,<br />
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if you are here it is a good chance that you are as passionate about thrifting as I am. So, I thought I'd make up for my absence by sharing some of my latest flea market finds from last weekend:)<br />
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I must say it was one of the best markets in a long time, so if it weren't for the rain to start I'd have most definitely bought double the quantity. For there were soooo many vintage, old, cute, shabby chic stuff that made my heart pounding like a hammer.<br />
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This botanical theme tea cup makes me crave for my favorite "good night sleep" organic herbal tea blend:)</div>
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I love that it has that system inside that makes drinking loose tea so easy and even fashionable:)</div>
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This bag is my favorite find. I've wanted one of those for such a long time, but none that I've seen so far seemed perfect...now I know why:)</div>
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I think it was waiting for me...It's the perfect old school army backpack - inspired bag, with just the right amount of canvas versus leather (not sure it is leather) and metal. And big enough to carry all my stuff around! And was only 3 euros!</div>
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Love, love, love it!</div>
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Scarves! I can never have enough! Of course I couldn't pass these amazing color combos and textures at prices between 1 and 3 euros...could you? Green is my favorite color, love the warmth of ocre, the softness of the cotton pink one and the rebel feel of the boho-chic pink and brown one:) </div>
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This was pretty much it, left out a pair of jeans and a beanie that weren't that interesting to photograph. I would be over the moon if you'd share some of your flea market finds with me...just to see what other treasures lie around in hidden corners of the world :D</div>
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Oh, almost forgot! Also got an old red suitcase that now serves as jewelry storage...and it fits all of it...(almost)...but now it's geting too dark to take a proper photo, so I'll post one tomorrow.</div>
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So, till next time, happy thrifting!</div>Ancahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13901631607000816087noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8144169505654392449.post-60605854292066448432012-02-09T22:58:00.000+01:002012-02-09T23:08:19.029+01:00Zakka Sewing Love StoryIt`s been a while since my last posts, but I have an excuse: I`ve been busy sewing:).<br />
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I`m all into pouches and totes, cutting beautiful, shabby chic fabrics and then sewing them together makes me happy.<br />
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On my last trip to Ikea I`ve bought some canvas in a gorgeous, warm caffe au lait neutral shade and a red and pink toned floral fabric that`s simply delicious eye candy.<br />
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The first thing (that I wanted to make for a long time) was to prepare to sew a romantic/zakka tote in which to use some vintage lace that I love and have laying around for ages.<br />
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I think it turned out great, what do you think?<br />
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<span style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">I am a really big sucker for small cute zakka details, so the front side of the tote got adorned with a vintage, salmon pink doily bought at the flea market. It seemed to me that the entire ensemble goes perfectly with some pearls so the little bow was born.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">I used to dream about this bag, so the word "dreamer" seamed right at home:)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">This tote is available in my Etsy shop, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/BalloonHighway">here</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">I love everything about <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zakka">zakka</a>!!!!! And this is an understatement!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">I didn`t know what it ment till about 2 months ago, when I stumbled upon the word on a random blog. I know, I don`t think there is anyone out there, involved in crafting, that doesn`t know about it, but maybe, just maybe, there is, so I promise to come back and talk more about it in another post:)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">But, as I was reading some zakka blogs (mostly japanese, which I loooove, japanese crafting blogs are the best by far) I`ve seen all kinds of cute pouches and suddenly felt like making some of my own ideas:).</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">I wanted one more romantic and shabby like, and one more elegant, lacy and with a vintage air to it.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">The collection was named "Sewing Love Story", after the irresistibly cute zakka labels that say "Sewing Story" (bought on Etsy).</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">So, here they are!!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">This is the first one, made from canvas-floral fabric combo and, of course, the sweet little details:</span></div>
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The second one was sewn from a vintage fabric I had for a long time now; it didn`t seem to work for any project till now:)<br />
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I love the delicate print and the color combo, I think it goes perfectly with the macrame trim and the shell button. The pearly ribbon fits right at home with the corn flower blue zipper:)<br />
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Do you like it? It has two interior pockets (credit card size) and it is large enough to fit your most loved treasures that you carry with you everywhere.<br />
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When I bought the "Sewing story" labels, Jessie from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/RetroNaNa?ref=pr_shop_more&view_type=gallery">RetroNaNa</a> was very nice to add some extra tags, like the one I used here to adorn the inside of the pouch.</div>
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Available <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/92432538/vintage-roses-sewing-story-shabby-chic?ref=v1_other_2">here</a>.</div>
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I`ve also made one pouch inspired by a traditional romanian costume, but I keep the secret for the next time:)</div>
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I am quite obsessed lately with the following: Pinterest, zakka stuff, sewing and fabrics. That pretty much sums it up:)<br />
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I wanted to sew some fabric baskets for a long time, but I kept searching for patterns online, tips and tricks, details, details, so many details that I never really sat down and started the actual job.<br />
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So one day I said to hell with all the tutorials, I`m gonna sew my own basket; and I did. This is how it all turned out:)<br />
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This first one was ment to be posted in the <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/BalloonHighway">shop</a> in time for Valentine`s Day, for the idea came to me as an original "Would you like to be my Valentine?" proposal.</div>
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This one was inspired by the huuge mess I make whenever looking for the perfect ribbon. I never seem to find a really good organizing idea for it. So I pictured a small cute basket to have lying on my desk, to come in handy for collecting recycled ribbons.</div>
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Can`t get enough of these pastel colored letter beads. Can you?</div>
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This grey one, I must say, it`s my favorite. Maybe because was the first one, but mostly cause it`s soft grey with beige and I`m in love with neutrals lately.</div>
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The combination of rust and grey seemed perfect to me:)</div>
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Oh, and I just love texture contrast....even when it comes to fiber granulation, for me the felt/canvas association is pure bliss.</div>
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And of course, the letter beads, also in rust color:) This basket is for collecting your ideas, if you have to many to organize in your head, like I do ;)</div>
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And yes, these babies are for sale up in my Etsy <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/BalloonHighway">shop</a>, sooo don`t be a stranger:)</div>
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</div>Ancahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13901631607000816087noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8144169505654392449.post-34876787735092219432012-01-05T15:40:00.000+01:002012-01-07T17:03:22.768+01:00Random color inspiration from my work table - Pastels<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">
Just a glance over some colors in my mind and on my desk. Today`s theme: Pastels!</div>
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As I got home from shopping, which also included a visit to the lace&yarn shop, I realized that I can mix the two and get a pretty cute and wearable (outside the house:) tee!<br />
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This was only the beginning. I also had a grey cardigan, too simple....and a basic H&M grey dress. As I always do, I starred browsing the internet for refashioning ideas.<br />
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I wanted to share the best of them with you for such a long time, but I never seemed to ger around to photograph my own...so, this is me staying true to my NY resolution!<br />
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<span style="text-align: left;">Turn a basic cardi into a whimsy! Tutorial </span><a href="http://tatertotsandjello.com/2011/09/clothing-refashion-embellished-flowered-cardigan-tutorial.html" style="text-align: left;">here</a><span style="text-align: left;">, thanks to</span><span style="color: #555555; font-family: 'Century Gothic', 'Tw Cen MT', Arial, Verdana; text-align: left;"><span style="line-height: 20px;"> <a href="http://tearosehome.blogspot.com/">Tea Rose Home</a>. </span></span><br />
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What to do when you get bored with basic, uni tees:) Find this amazing tutorial <a href="http://tearosehome.blogspot.com/2011/12/tutorial-pleated-pretty-shirt-with.html">here</a>.</div>
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A 30 mins cardigan embellishment project, <a href="http://sisters4saymoreismore.blogspot.com/2010/05/30-minute-diy-cardigan-embellishment.html">here</a>. From <a href="http://sisters4saymoreismore.blogspot.com/">sisters4saymoreismore</a>. </div>
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<br /></div>Ancahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13901631607000816087noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8144169505654392449.post-71707302594647308392012-01-04T17:39:00.002+01:002012-01-04T19:44:13.218+01:00To have or not to have New Year`s Resolutions?Hello, my dear fellow crafters, Happy New Year to all of you!<br />
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I know, I`ve been neglecting my blog for quite some time now, and I know they say you can`t have a successful "quit your day job to start following your handmade dreams" adventure unless you keep up with your on-line duties....<br />
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These being said, let`s say I set this to be a NYR: stop neglecting my blog:)<br />
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I must say...some of the reasons why I`m reluctant to just start sharing my thoughts here is the fact that I have too many:)<br />
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Had a crazy December. Things started moving for me on my Etsy shop, and as soon as I posted my felted Christmas trees, the orders started pouring in:<br />
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I`ve starting making these babies last year and I`ve been featured in the holidays issue of the romanian Good Homes with a tutorial.</div>
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Learn how to sew a simple zippered case, by <i>Design Sponge</i>.<br />
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Decorate your couch with this colorful Scrap buster fall pillow by <a href="http://www.cluckclucksew.com/">Cluck Cluck Sew</a>.</div>
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I plan to make myself a few of these sweeet pleated headbands from <i><a href="http://www.craftinessisnotoptional.com/">Craftiness is not optional</a></i>:)</div>
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Prepare some Stitched Christmas Cards as shown by this <i><a href="http://craftblog.com.au/">Craft Blog</a></i>. </div>
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This Picnic Caddy from <a href="http://go.tipjunkie.com/hm/812/snowybliss.blogspot.com/2011/04/picnic-easter-baskets.html">Snowy Bliss</a> would make a great gift for someone who enjoys eating outdoors:)</div>
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Ever wanted a box pouch? This one is not only easy to make but will surely cheer up your day with it`s bright colors and happy pattern:)</div>
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I love reinventing old boring t-shirts or cardigans.</div>
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Here is one option to do just that:)</div>
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Learn how to sew these pacifier clips from <i><a href="http://howaboutorange.blogspot.com/">How about Orange</a>, </i>go to the tutorial <a href="http://howaboutorange.blogspot.com/2010/11/how-to-make-pacifier-clips-with-ribbon.html">here</a>.</div>
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Will be back with some felted goodness!</div>
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My mom came to visit me last month so I`ve decided to take full advantage of her sewing knowledge and experience. I`ve wanted to start sewing for a long time, but plans were always set back by the challenge of choosing the right sewing machine or by the abundance of ideas:)<br />
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All went away when I`ve found a sewing machine in the street, took it home and repaired it; works like new and turned out to be perfect for beginners:)<br />
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As I was dreaming for a long time of sewing canvas bags, all it took was a quick ride to Ikea to by some beautiful fabrics to get me started.<br />
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With my mom next to me, this was my first sewing creation:<br />
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Loves this fabric and it`s autumn feel. I`ve decided it will be a reversible tote and also added some pockets to fit little treasures we all like to carry around.<div>
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It turned out not to be such a difficult project as I expected it to be. So I`ve changed the shape for the next bag, but this second one proved even easier to sew. It is made out of a former couch pillow case that I got on sale at Ikea, as the set was incomplete.</div>
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Was actually an easy peasy project, with me only adding the details, making the straps and sewing the inner part.</div>
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After these two were finished, I thought I`d take up a project that I`ve decided to finish with no help from mom.</div>
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Always loved mini pouches/wallets/cosmetic bags, sewn with love for details and colorful patterns.</div>
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So I took my scissors and bits of remaining fabric, my courage and imagination and this was the finished product:</div>
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The first one is made of felt that I`ve added some cute details to:) I`m all into details and cute little findings that one can stitch or glue, but I guess you`ve already got that by now.</div>
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The Secrets pouch is available <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/83702228/little-secrets-pouch-felt-zippered-pouch">in my Etsy shop, here.</a></div>
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This next one was ment as a miniature cosmetic bag for the few must haves (in my opinion :) in a girl`s bag: mascara, powder, gloss and concealer. </div>
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<br />Made it with a scrap of canvas that I`ve had laying around for ages. It has a beautiful, forest theme, tree like patterns that I thought would go perfectly with some fabric buttons I`ve recently got on Etsy.<div>
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Well, these are just a few of my latest creations, will be back soon with some felted goodness and some tutorials I find amazing:)</div>
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As I said in my profile, I love sharing great inspirational tutorials I find online, so here are a few ment to brighten up your day (or jump start your inspiration:)<br />
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Learn how to "make a wish upon a branch", <a href="http://www.google.de/imgres?imgurl=http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/files/2009/11/wish-300x200.jpg&imgrefurl=http://recycledcrafts.craftgossip.com/category/recycling-natural-elements/&usg=__AnMVkL-n5F2mso3uTDLM4p737wA=&h=200&w=300&sz=27&hl=en&start=0&sig2=SaiiC1frF1hha-5PS9t38A&zoom=1&tbnid=EQLC0Ve5aDbtXM:&tbnh=114&tbnw=153&ei=SKFfTv2MCInLswaQuvHyBA&prev=/search%3Fq%3Dnature%2Binspired%2Bcraft%2Btutorials%26um%3D1%26hl%3Den%26sa%3DN%26biw%3D1536%26bih%3D1188%26tbm%3Disch&um=1&itbs=1&iact=hc&vpx=1257&vpy=375&dur=2357&hovh=160&hovw=240&tx=141&ty=76&page=1&ndsp=61&ved=1t:429,r:28,s:0">here</a>.<br />
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Ever used a hammer on a leaf? Why? Find out <a href="http://buildmakecraftbake.com/2009/04/how-to-hammered-flower-and-leaf-prints.html">here</a>.<br />
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Do you like picking up different leaves every time you take a walk through the forest? Make sure they are not to brittle and make some autumn inspired napkins, see how <a href="http://www.craftstylish.com/item/12896/how-to-make-leaf-print-napkins-for-your-holiday-table">here</a>.<br />
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Remember how much fun you had collecting dried plants when you were a kid?<br />
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I`ve always loved miniature gardens ans this one is just adorable and easy to make, so learn how to bring a little nature to your desk <a href="http://www.google.de/imgres?imgurl=http://kayteterry.typepad.com/.a/6a00e54ecd94e58833010536b25f71970c-pi&imgrefurl=http://www.thisisloveforever.com/tutorials-and-projects/page/2/&usg=__enkvcGjiqtIwmZK5MzBQiJV_6ZI=&h=286&w=430&sz=83&hl=en&start=61&sig2=9-Cbh4evYAZT67mGH2FLtQ&zoom=1&tbnid=mRsVOaDByG3ljM:&tbnh=156&tbnw=208&ei=SKFfTv2MCInLswaQuvHyBA&prev=/search%3Fq%3Dnature%2Binspired%2Bcraft%2Btutorials%26um%3D1%26hl%3Den%26sa%3DN%26biw%3D1536%26bih%3D1188%26tbm%3Disch&um=1&itbs=1&iact=rc&dur=341&page=2&ndsp=41&ved=1t:429,r:16,s:61&tx=138&ty=134">here</a>.<br />
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Make this adorable scandinavian clothes hanger, as shown <a href="http://emmas.blogg.se/2011/march/try-this-at-home-project-wooden-hanger.html">here</a>.<br />
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Rustic wood clock. See what you need and how to make it <a href="http://emmas.blogg.se/2011/march/try-this-at-home-project-wooden-hanger.html">here</a>.<br />
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One of my favorites!! I plan to apply <a href="http://craftingagreenworld.com/2010/09/22/all-natural-graffiti-made-from-moss/">this</a> on my balcony`s walls:)<br />
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Brighten up your working days` mornings by adding a splash of color to your desk, as seen <a href="http://www.curbly.com/capreek/posts/10387-diy-idea-make-a-whimsical-wood-pencil-holder">here</a>.<br />
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These are just a few amazing ideas, let me know if you like them and I promise I`ll be back with more next week:)<br />
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Love,<br />
AncaAncahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13901631607000816087noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8144169505654392449.post-91844236624358901732011-09-01T16:16:00.003+02:002012-01-05T16:34:17.527+01:00Mini sweet vintage goodies - about to be upcycledHello there,<br />
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as I have previously shared with you, I am a big fan of flea markets and vintage fairs, and completely addicted to the precious little goodies you may stumble upon....so, here are some of my new finds, that I love and plan to upcycle soon, maybe to some new, romantic, vintage looking necklaces? or...maybe rings?<br />
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Oh don`t you just looove miniatures!!!!!<br />
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These are real porcelain tea pots and cups, really cute and delicately painted, can`t stop looking at them:)</div>
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<br />Ancahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13901631607000816087noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8144169505654392449.post-45392592409559942852011-08-31T13:17:00.002+02:002011-08-31T13:19:51.975+02:00Away and back...Hello my fellow crafters!<br />
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I know, it`s been a while...but I`m back now (in english, as you might have noticed:) and this is what I`ve been up to the last couple of months:<br />
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- finally opened my Etsy <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/BalloonHighway">shop</a> which is alot more time consuming than I thought<br />
- changed the name of the blog<br />
- crochet like crazy after discovering Ravelry<br />
- needle felted alot of acorns<br />
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These are a few of my latest crochet creations, all available for you to take home:) Please take a sec and check them out in my shop in the right side bar.<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I`ll be back in a sec to share some felted goodies...</div><br />
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