Tag Archives: handmade

Indigo Dying Kit

Posted on April 24, 2012 by nikimeiners

I was inspired by Melony Bradley’s Indigo project above – so much so that I ordered a kit. It arrived yesterday and I cannot wait to play with it. centers. Everything you need to get started is in the kit. … Continue reading →

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Everyday Journal for a little boy

Posted on April 9, 2012 by nikimeiners

Today we are having a blog hop to showcase the Buttons Galore and More buttons that coordinate with Laura Kelly Pirate Island and Princess fabrics .  The Laura Kelly button blends are custom dyed to match the fabric. Rules to … Continue reading →

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Lamp Work Beads

Posted on April 1, 2012 by nikimeiners

I recently I participated in a jewelry swap called “Creative Canape”.  The participant in this swap exchanged handmade beads and other components to create a nice mix to send to their partner.  I was paired with Lynne Bowland www.islandgirlsinsights.blogspot.com and she created some … Continue reading →

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DIY Gift Basket with Sizzix Die Cuts

Posted on March 5, 2012 by nikimeiners

Get creative when making a gift basket by taking a plain basket and embellishing it with a little ink added to Sizzix die cuts.  I used my Big Shot and a few die cuts to take this plain brown basket … Continue reading →

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Make Valentine’s Day Paper Crafts

Posted on February 6, 2012 by nikimeiners

Valentine’s Day is often celebrated by giving confectionary delights and bouquets of flowers.  Presenting them with homemade accessories makes them even more special.  Custom gift bags are very easy to make with a bit of paper and scrapbooking embellishments. Here … Continue reading →

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Make a Valentine necklace

Posted on February 1, 2012 by nikimeiners

Welcome to 365 days of Crafts.  We are pleased to be a part of the blog hop.  “Love Cast in Clay” The piece I created was made with Amazing Mold Putty that I used to make molds of buttons.  I … Continue reading →

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Inspiration Journal

Posted on January 9, 2012 by nikimeiners

Inspiration journal with Start Ups Inspiration journal with Start Ups Make a journal to keep handy when inspiration strikes.  I made this journal for my  Buttons Galore and More DT post.  The journal is 5×8 and the perfect size to … Continue reading →

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