Did you know that you can use fabric crayons to duplicate paper patterns and transfer marks onto fabric? I’ve seen some fancy oil pastel-like options out there, but I generally use standard Crayola Fabric Crayons. They’re inexpensive, they’re easy to find, and they get the job done. Method 1:Duplicating Patterns or Transferring Marks to a …
Category: Craft Tips and Techniques
Craft Tips and Techniques
Shrink Plastic and Polymer Clay Beads
Over the past few days, I’ve been working on a new jewelry project. While experimenting with different ways to connect two pieces of shrink plastic, I spotted a block of Sculpey on my work table, and decided to try combining a piece of already-baked shrink plastic with some polymer clay. As it turns out, because …
Tutorial: Crochet 101 for Craftzine.com
Were you excited about my crocheted snowflake ornaments or double sided dish scrubbers, but totally intimidated by the idea of learning how to crochet? Well, even if you’ve never picked up a crochet hook before, have no fear! Check out my Crochet 101 video tutorial on CRAFT, and I’ll show you everything you need to …
Tutorial: Spellbinders Mod-Inspired Skirt Applique
To wrap up National Sewing Month, I wrote a fabric crafting-specific review of the Spellbinders Grand Calibur die cutting machine on Craft Test Dummies! So, if you’ve got a die cutter (or think you might want one), and are dying to try it out on fabric, check out my review for tips and tricks on …