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stamping, branding, ink, product branding, kraft-tex

Testing Kraft-Tex with Waterproof Ink & Stamping, DIY Sew-In Labels (Kraft-Tex Testing V2)

June 7, 2015

So I left off last time with just treating the Kraft-Tex (washing, mooshing, and then letting dry), with the intention on testing out how well it takes paint. I’ve decided to make a few ‘leather like’ labels to put into handbags or other things. I figured it would take the ink really well, but I … More Testing Kraft-Tex with Waterproof Ink & Stamping, DIY Sew-In Labels (Kraft-Tex Testing V2)

unfinished projects, plushies, felt, crafting, DIY, sewing

Bits and Bobs, Unfinished Projects

June 7, 2015

The past few months have been rather quiet, with regard to working on anything business or craft wise. I can’t really say the same for other aspects of my life! Work has been busy (which is good, considering the Newcastle economy is a bit crap), Pat is off to do his training until September-ish, and … More Bits and Bobs, Unfinished Projects

Japanese cotton fabric, Nippori Fabric Town, stash, craft room

Craft Room Organizing and Stash Show and Tell

December 4, 2014

I haven’t really been much lately for doing things around the house… My excuse is that I’ve been in and out of the house since March, half living up on Ballina and other jobs. I got it in my head to at the very least unpack all my craft stuff and take stock of all … More Craft Room Organizing and Stash Show and Tell

What is Kraft-Tex Paper ‘Leather’ and how to treat it

November 11, 2014

I won’t lie, this stuff tripped me out when I first saw it. I was walking through Byron and little shop had these massive leather tote bags in all sorts of metallic colours. The shop owner saw me touching them (because I’m like a 4 year old and have to feel everything shiny), and asked … More What is Kraft-Tex Paper ‘Leather’ and how to treat it

Japanese Seed Bead Wrap Necklaces and Packaging

November 8, 2014

Full disclosure: I’m not a jewelry person. I haven’t worn earrings since a New Years party… Nearly a year ago (side note, damn this year has gone fast). Necklaces for me are tiny neck prisons that always threaten to snag on an unseen nail somewhere and strangle me to death. I felt this up until I … More Japanese Seed Bead Wrap Necklaces and Packaging

Ikea, Moppe, wood drawers, paint, DIY, gold, lavendar, jewelry chest

Saturday Project: IKEA Moppe (or Fira / Mackis) Chest of Drawers Makeover

October 29, 2014

I think anyone who lives within a fifty mile radius of IKEA has one of these: The classic IKEA wee chest of drawers that’s had a few names over the years. I think I bought mine when they were called a Fira, but they were also sold under the guise of a Moppe or Mackis. … More Saturday Project: IKEA Moppe (or Fira / Mackis) Chest of Drawers Makeover

mannequin, dumpster dive, repurpose, DIY, recycling, spray paint

Saturday Project: Before and After Dumpster Find Mannequin

September 22, 2014

I will go on and admit my secret shame: I dumpster dive. Not as much as I did back in the States, but if I see something interesting in the trash I have no shame picking it up. Australians also seem very good at putting their “nice trash” outside the dumpster… Council Clean Up Day, … More Saturday Project: Before and After Dumpster Find Mannequin

Saturday Project: DIY Organic Lip Balm

September 18, 2014

I’ve been wanting to make my own lip balm for a WHILE now, because it seems like one of the easiest things to do in the world. I was dabbling with the idea of going commercial (HAR HAR HAR) but it’s been put aside for now since I’m away for work so much. I made … More Saturday Project: DIY Organic Lip Balm

dresser, furniture, DIY, before and after, furniture sanding

Saturday Project: Dresser Before and (somewhat) After

September 18, 2014

Sanded the hideous varnish off of this dresser a mate gave me, and probably got cancer in the process from breathing in the varnish dust. After sanding everything (stopping frequently to blow the varnish dust out of my nose and think about my life choices), I added a coat of Danish oil to seal and … More Saturday Project: Dresser Before and (somewhat) After

green jumper, felt, DIY, plush, redhead, plushie, softie, ginger

Throw back Saturday?!

September 13, 2014

I was browsing Deviantart and realised, hey, I used to have one of those! It’s only… four years old. For your viewing pleasure, this is my brain 4+ years ago… PEACE.