Tutorials here: DIY Fimo Slice Ceramic Tiles, DIY Washi Tape Geometric Tiles
Tutorial here: How to Make Chiyogami Wall Art
My latest craft has been to decorate ceramic tiles. You can use them as coasters, magnets, or as they were intended. Ceramic tiles are cheap (I paid 16 cents) so it's OK to experiment. Here are some of my designs: Tutorials here: DIY Fimo Slice Ceramic Tiles, DIY Washi Tape Geometric Tiles I also got my hands on some beautiful Chiyogami paper. I didn't want to cut it up or use it in any way that would destroy it. The paper is a work of art. Instead, I decided to turn the pretty paper into wall art.
Tutorial here: How to Make Chiyogami Wall Art
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Fimo canes are tiny rolls of fimo clay with elaborate designs in the center. These things are awesome. People cut slices of them and place them on their fingernails as decoration. I saw TONS of craft potential with these tiny works of art. I also had some craft fun with transparent paper. I printed geometric designs on them and then colored them with Sharpie markers and Prismacolor pens. This is a great craft for kids. I call them "fake stained glass."
Tutorial and Tips Here: Easy "Stained Glass" Art for Kids Washi tape is Japanese crafty tape that is made from paper. It is thin and often transparent. It comes in tons of colors and designs, kind of like duct tape. It is better than duct tape at times because it is paper and you can remove it easy enough.
I got some washi tape and before long I was taping everything I own. I've got more tape and am brainstorming different ideas to use it. I've seen so many uses online, but I want to come up with something different. So far, I've washi taped my laptop, ps3, ps3 controller, and tablet. Yes, you read that correctly. Gay pride American flag. I made it for a friend because he's been awesome to me lately when I've really needed it. Debate all you want, but I state firmly that these two symbols fit perfectly together. Want to make your own? Here's the link: DIY Gay Pride American Flag |
CrafterWhen I'm not writing or playing video games, I spend my time being crafty. I don't have any one favorite craft style or really any crafting skills. I just like making stuff from other stuff. Archives
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