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Showing posts with label Washi Tape. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Washi Tape. Show all posts

Monday, 7 October 2013

Distress Ink Tags

Hello crafty people!!!
This is Tanvi with another post to inspire you all to use your distress inks. As you all know we have extended this theme for our challenge too because we thought there are loads of ways to use distress inks as Rajni says "Spread your wings with distress inks"
Before I move on to my post would like to inform you all that Priya & Poornima are unwell & hence have not been able to share their crafty ideas but they will both be back with a bang soon! Wishing you both a speedy recovery ladies...............get well soon, you are missed!!

Sharing two tags today & since Rajni has inspired us all so much to make gorgeous flowers, I too tried my hand at making blooms. These were stamped (penny black - petal party) & colored with distress inks.


I have used my favorite distress ink colors here - mustard seed, spiced marmalade & fired brick. One tip - invest in a craft sheet its definitely worth it, I see a lot of difference in distressing since I started using one.

  Isn't this a beauty!! See that glossy smooth shine..........wait for my next post for details.


These look stunning by mere coloring, wait until you feast on the next picture.............a little dash of perfect pearls over these & see the transformation!!!
  

These are the elements of the tag I made...............all with distress inks.
The white spots on the BG of the tag were obtained by using crayon resist & the gold spots (was not able to capture these well) by splattering with perfect pearls mixed with water. Distressing with vintage photo over the dry embossed CS also gave an amazing effect.


 Here is the finished tag - 


 And some close ups -  


 Super like this distressing on embossed CS - 


Also made another tag for the festive season in which I used perfect pearls on embossed CS. Gold over black an awesome combo.




I am enjoying using distress inks so much & hope you too are inspired to try the techniques.shared on this blog. All the products used here are available at THE CRAFT SHOP.
That's all for today.............will be back soon!! Do leave some love for us if you are inspired :-)

 You still have time to participate in our challenge & remember you can enter as many times as you wish!!

Wednesday, 24 July 2013

Getting more addicted with washi....!!!

Hello friends !!

What ie addiction ??

"When you can stop you don't want to, and when you want to stop, you can't...”



I am addicted to flowers....and now getting addicted to Washi Tapes.My collection of Washi Tapes is increasing day by day and so is my addiction of making flowers.Two months back I was totally new and din't even knew how and where to use them. And today i am here again with my new post to show u what I created with these super addictive colorful tapes.

Hope I inspire u in creating something new today.






Here is the tutorial for you...
Supplies needed...

a. Washi tapes
b. 26 gauge floral wire
c. Green or brown floral tape
d. Strong thread
e. Flower stamens /small glass beads





Sandwich the wire between washi tape as shown and shape it like a petal.Press it firmly.You will need 5 to 6 petals for single flower.But I some times make my flowers with 2 or 3 petals also. I don't restrict myself to size and no. of petals. It should be eye pleasing ....thats it!!
Simply twist the petals to make it look more natural.For stamens u can use either ready stamens or small glass beads.For beaded stamens fill one fourth of floral wire with small white glass beads,Make a small loop with beads leaving 4 inches of bare wire on starting end (for holding) and make a twist. Repeat the same process with next two loops.Bring the remaining wire down and trim rest of the extra wire.Hold one petal around the stamens and tie with a strong thread.Tie rest of the petals one by one forming a flower giving a tight knot between each petal.Wrap it with floral tape.

You can arrange a bunch with 2 or more flowers according to your needs.Add some leaves,spirals or ribbons if of you want.






How is this???


this...????


and this...???


and this...???




Aren't they pretty?

all  are the results of my addiction to Washi's now !!Here is the tutorial for these....I know you would definitely want to try these.


The above three are the same made with different sizes of flower template but the yellow one is with same size template. For  making these  you can use any 5 petal flower die or you can even use any retro flower template. I could have used punch but I din't preferred taking any risk for my such expensive craft supplies.This way even I can improve my speed of cutting .Lolzz!!






For these prepare a card stock of any light color by sticking washi tapes of your choice. Fussy cut or die cut and pinch all the petals at the tips as you like. You can cut 2 or 3 different sizes if you want. Form a flower by layering different sizes or same size holding with a brad in the center.Here is a video tutorial for your reference.




Just a little embossing and you can give a new look to your flower. Here I did one for you.


In the above flower I have embossed each petal from the back using my ball tool and perforating pad. I think most of all the crafters know how to simply emboss the petals with ball tool.Still here is the video of few simple techniques of making flowers with a punch or  a template for all freshers.


Now on to my another addiction.....addiction of buying new craft supplies.The more I promise myself not to buy,the more I buy!!
Cant't resist you know.Is this the same with you also??

I specially opened my new bottle of UTEE  for washi....was very scared about the results.Though I had my melt art supplies with me since long....but tried using it for the first time.Look at the results I got.. 




Look at the side view...
How yummy these are !!!







My daughter was asking for one few days back and she got two. Lucky hun !!
Here is the tutorial for those who have pretty daughters like me.


Ink your cut outs with versamark ink. Sprinkle Ultra thick embossing powder and shake off excess of it. Hold the cut out with foreceps and melt it using your heat gun. Repeat the process and keep adding layers of UTEE until you get the desired look. Simply shape them when little warm. Assemble both the layers with a brad in the center and made rings by gluing them on quilled creations jewellery rings glossy accents. Don't forget to seal the back of the flower with mod podge to make it wash proof. You can also use these flowers as embellishments for your projects.

  
So...how did you like my addictions.

Am I wrong if I am getting addicted to these beautiful tapes....???

Am I wrong if I am more into buying ??

actually.....I love both  :)

Getting addicted to some product and creating something new every time u sit n work is the best thing every crafter should have.These sweet little addictions keep us growing every day.So if you are also addicted to buying.......just log on to our website. The Craft Shop has added a huge range of Washi Tapes at a very reasonable prices for you. All the products used in my above projects are available at our store. Shop a lot and share a lot and...win a lot!! I mean do take part in our on going Challenge 2 Trash to Treasure using Washi Tapes 

  

Thanks to those who have already participated with their beautiful entries.


Bye for now till I come up with something new with my another addiction.Till then have fun with crafting !!

((Hugs))

Rajni chawla

Tuesday, 16 July 2013

Go Crazy with Washi!!

The heading of this post is exactly the state of my mind as I write to you all who keep logging in to our blog not only to participate in the challenges but also to get inspired by the ideas we DT try and figure out with new products every week...

Its thanks to The Craft Shop that we all get to think and try the various products in the store in the many varied ways possible...always remember that the possibility with each product depends on your ability to experiment with it!!! And having said that, here I am, sharing my experience about my one crazy day with one of my favourite crafting supplies-WASHI....

I took a day and sat down to see around my house what all could I pep up with my huge collection of washi....I figured the following could be revamped under 30 mins:

                                                   1. Few Magnet sheet leftovers
                                                   2. A monochrome candle stand
                                                   3. A plain torch and candles
                                                   4. Some toothpicks
                                                   5. Some wine glasses
                                                   6. My iPad adapter
                                                   7. My wooden low seating chair
                                                   8. Band Aids

By the way these are just a few that were too evident as I deal with them most regularly but having tried my hands on these few I have started digging into my closets and storage boxes to see what else can I revamp!!! hehehe...and now for the reveals....

1. Fridge Magnets


Take your leftover magnet strips and washi...


Align them and stick them over the matt side of the magnet....


Paint a thin layer of Mod Podge to secure the washi tape....this will ensure a long lasting washi tape magnet....after the Mod Podge dries cut them into sizes as per your wish!


 And thats how they look on my fridge securing my favourite photographs to stay in place...


Arent they easy to make and beautiful to look at??? I enjoyed making these super quick projects


2. Candle Stand: The same process as stated above as been repeated here...rolled the washi tape and then applied Mod Podge over it for a long lasting effect...


                                             Before: all green, plain and boring...



All pepped up with just a touch of washi around it....gives such a romantic feel to it...

                 
                                 After: Green with a touch of red hearts ....blooming with love ;)

3. Revamping Torch and Candle:




I like the fact that they are no more going to be just "plain and simple" but "very simply decorated" !!!

4. Some toothpicks revamped to make flags/name tags


Take a toothpick and place it as shown in the picture over a loose end of washi tape.


Fold the loose end of the washi tape and cut the ends in any shape your like...


This is how the final product will look like...


Use these in your scrapbooks, cards, decorative boxes ...you name it ...but there is another use to these flags too!


I have a lot of parties at my place ...and with so many friends and so many glasses with drinks its difficult to remember which glass belongs to which friend...so I figured an easy way out...I now make flags like this and with a marker put the names of the guests and leave it in a bowl....each guest picks up their name flag and puts it in their glass for easy identification...the same can be done with straws for kids parties or cupcakes etc....as I said the possibilities are endless.....just think and be creative !!!!

5. Glasses:

As mentioned, I have loads of parties and I like adding a lil wow factor to it each time....so while I was wondering what more can I do with washi ....this is what struck me....


To differentiate between the drinks....one just had to see the color of glass leg!!!


You can do this to any cutlery available in your kitchen....spoons, plates, napkin holder....just wrap the washi and you are done ....you can have color co-ordinated party themes with this idea...and if you are looking at a more permanent solution...all you need is a few strokes of Mod Podge over it!

6. Techno Gadgets:

I love my gadgets to be colourful....so much so that I buy 2-3 bright colored phone cases....bluetooths etc etc...and hence this is what I did to my iPad adapter!!




One can wrap washi around the entire cord too....(The next 3 Photographs courtesy Pinterest)


I just bought a new MacBook Pro and this is definitely my next venture!!!


And will end up with this too I guess very soon!!!


7. Furniture:

I have owned my wooden low seating chair for over 4 years now and I thought I could try and revamp it a bit and I must say I love the end result!!


Before: All plain...with just work started with washi on two planks


Closer look....


The completed version....a lovely effect added to that chair.....Almost turned into a new piece of furniture !!! I love it!!! What about you????


A closer look!!!

8. Band Aids:

This was super duper easy and so much fun that I have decided to customise a few more for my nieces and nephews...just roll them around the original traditional band aid and you are done...whoooaaaa!!!



My crazy experiments with washi do not end here...its just the post coming to an end...my list is long and includes lampshades, My Samsung S3 back cover, a few trays, my specs, my home switch boards, my table clock....and yess am planning to revamp a couple of shoes too!!! So what does your list consist of???

Do share your projects with us...and take part in the on going Trash to Treasure Washi Challenge....till then its a bye from my end.....
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