Showing posts with label spring. Show all posts
Showing posts with label spring. Show all posts

Tuesday, April 14, 2015

Tuestorial: Skinny Jeans

Spring is in the air and it's time for an update! Turn those "blah" jeans into something you want to rock into Spring. It's easier than you think. 

Materials Needed:

  • Jeans that need fixin'
  • Your favorite skinny/straight jeans
  • Chalk pencil or pins
  • Scissors
  • Sewing Machine
Blahhhhh pants
Step 1:

I find the most effective way is to use your favorite skinny jeans as a template to alter your not-as-fab jeans. You already know you like the fit! 


Step 2:

Place your fab pants on top of your fixer jeans. I prefer to use a chalk pencil over pins to mark where I need to sew. Trace the backside of the pants from the knee down. You want it to be a gradual tightening from the knee down. 

Hi, Bernina
Step 3:

Once the tracing is done, it's time to sew! I just followed my line with about a quarter inch space. Once both sides are sewn, try on them pants (before cutting of course). If they look and feel great, cut the excess fabric off.



Step 4:

Wear them! Duh.


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Tuesday, April 1, 2014

Tuestorial: Shoe Sachets

Hello SF Etsy team! It's officially Springtime which makes me think about cleaning and organizing (exciting life!). After cleaning out my dresser, I had several pairs panty hose I didn't want to just throw away. I decided something could be done with my pile of scrap fabric, old panty hose, and disorganized shoes. This project can also be used to add a wonderful scent to your dresser drawers or luggage!

Turning scrappy into pretty!
Materials:

  • Panty hose 
  • Fabric scraps
  • Lavender
  • Scissors 
  • Needle
  • Thread

Step 1:

Cut your piece of panty hose depending on the shoe you are filling. I wanted this piece to fit snug inside the toe part of my heels to keep the shape while making my shoes smell good. The "toe" part of the panty hose is obviously the best part of use, but all of it can be used for this project!


Step 2:

Fill the panty hose with lavender. If not using the "toe" part of the panty hose, you will need to hand sew one end before filling.

You're pretty…on the inside
Step 3:

Sew the open end close. I did a fast whip stitch to secure. I didn't worry about it looking pretty or perfect since it will be living inside my shoe.


Step 4:

Select a piece of scrap fabric that will cover your piece of lavender-filled hose. Cover the piece of fabric around it and "wrap" the edges (just like wrapping a gift!). I did another whip stitch on both ends to complete. You could also sew these as drawstring bags!


Step 5:

Now it's ready to be used! You get to open your closet to a lovely scent and a beautiful sight!





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Tuesday, April 30, 2013

Tuestorial: Pom-Pom Flowers

The last Tuestorial was all about bringing nature into your home for Spring and this week it's all about faking it! There are areas of everyone's home or workspace that gets no sunshine, is exposed to messes, or you just have a black thumb. Today's Tuestorial will cure your Springtime blues and give you some artificial happiness!


Materials Needed:

  • Yarn (in your choice of color)
  • Floral wire
  • Scissors
  • Foam 
  • Glue (optional)
  • Your choice of vase or container
White on white, and ready for some color!
Step 1:

Once you have your vase or container ready, cut the foam to fit the bottom. This will provide a support base for the wire and perky flowers!

Wrappin'
Tyin'
Step 2:

Take your yarn and wrap it around your pointer and middle fingers about 100 times. This will provide a small yet "fluffy" pom-pom. Once you are finished wrapping, cut the end of the yarn (leaving a few inches). Carefully remove from your fingers and take the cut end through the opening to secure. Tie a small knot and check to make sure it is snug. 

Cutting the folded ends
Making it the perfect size!
Step 3:

Spread the folded ends to create a circle. Take your scissors and cut all the ends open. Once all folded ends are cut, begin to trim the pom-pom down. You can adjust it to any size you would like at this point. I decided to make smaller, fluffier pom-poms.

Pretty and colorful addition to my dark corner!
Step 4:

Once your pom-pom is the shape you want, cut a piece of wire to the height you desire for your container. Place the pom-pom on the end of the wire and stick it in the foam. You can glue the pom-pom on the wire if you want it make more secure.

Repeat steps 2 and 3. Become a pom-pom pro and make as many as you need to fill your container. Once it is full, set it out and enjoy. No watering necessary! 



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Tuesday, March 5, 2013

Tuestorial: Flocking!

It sounds like a taboo word, but this fun technique just screams spring. Flocking is the process of depositing many small fiber particles (called flock) onto a surface with adhesive. It creates a “fuzzy” or velvet texture to use on cards, name placeholders or Easter baskets.


I basically keep Martha Stewart Crafts in business
Materials Needed:

  • Martha Stewart Crafts Flocking Transfer Kit 
(awesome deal here: http://craftysteals.com/shop/martha-stewart-crafts-flocking-transfer-kit/)

OR
  • Flocking powder
  • Glue pen
  • Card stock
Transfer design selected
Glue pen and flocking color ready to go
Step 1:

Choose a pattern and color from the transfer kit or use your glue pen to design your own (in this example, someone’s name for a placeholder).

If you are new to this technique, I highly recommend starting with the transfer kit. Not only is it the least expensive option and comes with everything you need, but it’s much easier to use than the individual flocking colors. The only down side is you don’t have the freedom to create your own design (but it still comes with an awesome selection of designs!).

Rub, rub, rub
Viola! From flocking color sheet to your card stock
Step 2:
The transfer kit comes with a wooden stick to apply the pattern to the paper. The pattern has an adhesive backing you apply first. This will ensure all those bits of flocking really hold.

Glue pen writin'
Use a lot of flocking then shake it off!
If you are using your own design, pour your choice of flocking powder over the glue (be generous!). Then shake off the extra (like glitter!).

Ready to roll
Step 3:

Enjoy and use it for your Easter festivities!


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Wednesday, January 27, 2010

Upcoming Events

Here's a list of upcoming events in the SF Bay Area. Please comment if you'll be showing at any of them.

Craft Happy
http://www.getcrafthappy.com/vendor-application-information

Bizarre Bazaar Maker Faire
http://www.bazaarbizarre.org/sanfrancisco/blog/

Indie Sacramento
http://www.indiesacramento.com/

Marin Farmers Market
http://www.marinagriculturalinstitute.org/index/applications

BridgeHead Studio Valentine Boutique www.handmadehodown.blogspot.com

K11 Monthly Craft Sale at knit-one-one
http://www.knitoneone.com/blog.html

Temescal Street Fair, Berkeley Earth Day
http://www.hesternet.net/events.html

Cole Valley Fair
http://cviasf.org/cole-valley-fair/

Pop 'N Shop at Noise Pop
http://www.noisepop.com/2010/pop_n_shop.php

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