So, a little while ago my husband and I were walking through The Container Store (which I LOVE) and we saw these little shoulder protectors for suits. They are designed to slip over the hanger and keep dust from collecting on your nice suits. I thought they were a great idea, but just looked blah. (Not to mention they were $10 a piece for some plastic!) Then the light bulb went off! I could make my own and choose whatever fabric I'd like to use! Then I could guarantee that they wouldn't look blah! Here's what you need to make yours: 1/3 yard fabric Template (Download here, making sure the 1" boxes print at 1".) Cut out and piece the … [Read more...]
Tutorial Tuesday: Origami Shirt and Tie
We're going to make a great embellishment today, just in time for Father's Day! I'll take you through the steps to make an origami shirt and add a cute little ribbon tie to finish it off. Start with a piece of paper that's 4" x 5 1/2". The rest of the instructions are in the video. I find that it's always easier to see origami as it's done, instead of seeing step by step pictures of the process. Here's a close up of the shirt and tie. Try adding a mini metal brad for a tie tack! Supplies: Basic Grey papers, Cuttlebug embossing folder from the Asian Set, Adhesive from Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L, ribbon from my scrap … [Read more...]
