Let’s Make a Bracelet for Spring

with Gwen Studios Spring is almost here and adding a new accessory to your wardrobe is a great way to update without spending much time or money. I added beads to a fluted ribbon technique. Using Gwen Studios’ pink satin ribbon, I made this lovely bracelet to update my spring wardrobe. This project was created … Continue reading “Let’s Make a Bracelet for Spring”

How to Tea Fold with Ribbon

with Gwen Studios I have been intrigued with tea folding. For Valentine’s Day, I made a tea-folded decor piece using ribbons from Gwen Studios. Using ribbon was very easy to do because the edges of the ribbons are finished and don’t need to be folded, making the construction a bit faster. This project was created … Continue reading “How to Tea Fold with Ribbon”

Let’s Try an Embossing Technique

Tag it Tuesday This is an interesting way to alter the use of your embossing plates. I have done this process before with better results using a different machine. Experimenting with the amount of pressure does affect your results. What we want to have happen is only to emboss part of the piece. Here are … Continue reading “Let’s Try an Embossing Technique”

Ultra Mini Ribbon Tag – Tag it Tuesday

This cute little tag was made with a tag from the Dollar Tree and Gwen Studios Ribbons. After finishing it, I think it might be a nice altered paperclip so I will probably share that tutorial in the future. But back to this week’s tag. Materials: Links are Affiliates AZ – Amazon, SSS – Simon … Continue reading “Ultra Mini Ribbon Tag – Tag it Tuesday”

Etching a Berry Jar

This glass jar is etched with etchall creme and then decorated with Glaze pens and Gwen Studios ribbon. I bought the jar as a hanging jar from the Dollar Tree. I planned to etch it and add an electric candle (as seen). Upon completion, I think it would look nice filled with candy or round … Continue reading “Etching a Berry Jar”

Gold Foil Tag – Tag it Tuesday

Today I am sharing a Gold Foil technique for Tag it Tuesday. I like the rustic application of the gold foil that coordinates with the pattern on the small envelope. Inside the envelope is a small card that has a sentiment and a butterfly sticker. Most of the materials are linked below for your ease … Continue reading “Gold Foil Tag – Tag it Tuesday”

Ribbon Ornament or Decor

with Gwen Studios Gwen Studio’s ribbons make for such a colorful ornament. While this is my version, there are a lot of options you can choose when making your ribbon ornament. Consider a limited color palette, different lengths of ribbons, and different thicknesses of ribbons. Not only does this make an ornament, but you can … Continue reading “Ribbon Ornament or Decor”

DIY Napkin Rings

with Gwen Studios I enjoy crafting for the holidays. I recently made these napkin rings for our Thanksgiving meal, however, they are adjustable and can be used for Christmas as well. The tutorial below will show you step by step how easy they are to make using Gwen Studios ribbons. This project was created for Gwen … Continue reading “DIY Napkin Rings”

Mini Pumpkins

Similar to the toilet paper roll pumpkins but so much cuter because they are miniature in size. I don’t know about you but I love almost anything in miniature. These cute little pumpkins are great for fall decor. Make a few for a grouping arrangement or add one to an existing arrangement. This project was … Continue reading “Mini Pumpkins”