The
base of this cuff comes from the recent Stamped Leather Bookmark project (seevideo here).
The technique produces such
beautiful results and I knew that I wanted to make a cuff bracelet with the
extra “bookmark” that I had from the steps outs.
This rectangle bezel from the Spellbinders Media Mixage line is just the size and
shape I was looking for. Instead of using resin, I took a little trip to my bead
stash and found these flat back glass beads.
In this how-to jewelry video I show you how you can make a beautiful accessory in less that 15 minutes! Now that’s my
kind of project! Watch the two minute video - click here to go to my youtube channel
Wait! Before you throw that bottle away.....grab some Friendly Plastic Pellets and have a go at this fun and easy technique. All you will need is a hand full of pellets, a glass bottle, spray paint in your favorite color (mine is from Krylon called Blue Ocean Breeze) and a little antiquing medium. Heat with your embossing tool or in hot water and have fun!
In this video I show you how to create a faux pottery look on glass. Click here to watch the 3 minute video on my youtube channel
I was so in awe of this technique when I first heard that Spellbinders was sending embossed leather cuff bracelets to the Emmy awards. I've embossed leather in the past with metal leather stamps and a hammer, but this technique is so stinkin' easy with 3D-M'bossabilities.
In this video, I show you how to make a leather bookmark - which happens to be a perfect gift for bookworms like my step-daughter Elise. But, stay tuned to next week's video and I'll show you how to turn this leather bookmark into a bracelet that you'll love!
Watch the three minute video on my youtube channel - click here
I'm so happy to announce the winner of my giveaway!
And the winner is....... Margie T! from ****5998@yahoo.com
Congratulations Margie, I will be contacting you for your address and will send your book just as soon as they arrive hot off the press here in my studio (around February 1)
Thank you for all your entries! Don't worry, I will have lots more giveaways to come on the blog this year!
As an artist, I explore and create many different styles, but the one I keep coming back to, the one that calls my name is the vintage upcycle recycle style.
Ever wonder how to get those ruffle edges on fabric? Well, in this 2 minute video, I'm going to show you how.
I'm giving away a signed copy of my latest book Creative Ways to Organize your Home - details on how to enter the giveaway are here. (It's open until January 17, 2014)
For
me, the basic shape dies are a staple in my die template collection. The Spellbinders® Media Mixáge™ Circles Three
die templates are among my very favorite.
Even though they are just basic circles – there are so many ways to use
the shapes. In this project, I show you
how easy it is to stack them together and create beautiful vintage
flowers. I used them to decorate a small
sachet pillow, but you could also create a brooch by just adhering a pin
back. So versatile – enjoy exploring
beyond!
Spellbinders
Supplies:
MMM-001
Spellbinders® Artisan X-plorer™ Machine
MD1-012 Spellbinders® Media Mixáge™
Circles Three die template
MB1-007 Susan Lenart Kazmer for
Spellbinders® Media Mixáge™ Circles Three Bezels
Satin
Fabric (I have a champagne color and a deep eggplant color)
Ribbon
Organza in coordinating color
Embellishments
of choice – such as pearls, twine, lace, broken bits of jewelry, buttons etc.
Vintage
Photo
Decorative
Paper
Decoupage
medium
Needle
Thread
(matching color)
Hot
glue
Lighter
Pliers
Scissors
Cut
several circles of each fabric using the #3 (with #1 being the smallest)
circle.
Cut
one #3 circle from decorative paper and place into bezel.
Cut
out and glue photo into bezel where desired
Stack
fabric together alternating light and dark colors and including organza circles
between the layers.
Tack
with needle and thread
Hold
circles with pliers and quickly pass lighter flame over edges. This will curl the edges of the fabric. (Use
caution so as not to catch the fabric on fire or burn your fingers). Do not hold
the flame directly to fabric, simply pass flame over the edges.
Use
hot glue to attach pearls inside flowers.
Arrange
lace, trims, pearls, etc into a pleasing arrangement. Use hot glue to secure.
Affix
collage to pillow with fabric glue or attach pin back for brooch.
As I write this, I'm bracing for the biggest winter storm in several years - at least it will be for the Ozark Mountains in Southwest Missouri. With the hills and mountains, we hillbillies just don't do well with snow - at least driving anyway. With 6 inches of snow coming our way and brutal sub zero temperatures, I'm thankful that I have a warm and cozy and creative place to spend my day.
Today, I'm taking a small break from Mixed Media Monday because I'm in the middle of preparing artwork for the Spellbinders CHA Mega booth. As soon as I can, I'll share all those photos and behind the scenes video. In celebration of Spellbinders 10 years in creativity, they are hosting a giveaway of mega proportions! See the sneak peeks of the new product being released on their blog - click here - (Seriously, folks - there's some awesome stuff to win! So check it out!)
I'm sharing the BEST of Mixed Media Monday - these are my most watched shows and even if you've seen them before, why not watch them again? I know you'll pick up something new!
Have you entered my giveaway? A signed copy of my latest book - Creative Ways to Organize your home - There's still time to enter - click here for details!
Time is fast approaching for the 2014 CHA Winter Megashow in Anaheim, CA starting January 11, 2014.
I've been privileged to be part of the CHA design crew for their Mega booth and I can tell you MEGA it will be! In all my years of attending a CHA show, I have never experienced anything like we are going to roll out this year!
I will be heading up the entire Media Mixage room and all it's eye-candy goodness!
To celebrate I am giving away a signed copy of my newest book! Creative Ideas to Organize your home! 50 plus ideas to creatively get rid of your clutter! Being that I'm a junque collector, I have clutter, I know you have clutter, we all have clutter. This book is not a book on how to organize rooms in your home, your life - it's simply full of ideas to take control of your clutter and display them artfully so that they become part of the decor rather than the mess!
Here's how to enter:
Leave me a comment along with your email address and tell me your favorite organizing tip
Please subscribe to my blog and youtube channel
Winner will be announced January 18th and will have 48 hours to respond.
THIS OFFER IS ONLY FOR USA RESIDENTS ONLY - sorry!!!
