June, 2022 - Try It - Like It

How to Weave a Paper Vase

Weave a paper vase with this free SVG file.

with CutCardStock

This month Pop-Tone is the featured cardstock over at CutCardStock. I’ve created a decorative piece that is 3-dimensional. The above is shown in two coordinating colors but it works equally well in one color. Such a cute finished piece that is great for gift-giving, decorating a small space, or sharing as a group craft project with others.

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I used two colors from the Pop-Tone sample pack, Gumdrop Green, and Sour Apple. These are 65# card stock. Each Pop-Tone sample pack comes with one sheet of all the colors in the 65 lb cover weight and has one sheet of each of the Pop-Tone 100 lb cover weight. This is a nice way to sample all the colors. Of course, you can purchase the colors separately.

I cut the design on a Cricut Maker. Before cutting, I scaled the design to fit onto a letter-size sheet, then I set my file to cut 1 of each of the two colors. The cutting pressure was set to 100# cardstock with no additional pressure.

To begin weaving, flip one of the colors so the angled “rays” are in the opposite direction from the other piece, and then stack them on top of each other.

I used binder clips to hold the weaving in place to make sure the results were correct before gluing it all together.

Please visit the store to download the free SVG file [Woven Vase]

Video Tutorial:

View the tutorial for detailed construction information.

A Few Other Ideas:

vase with light — One-color vase with an electric tea light inside.

stacked vases — Make two vases, and turn one upside down with a battery tea light inside. Then stack them for a unique look.

Creatively Crafty Link Party #334

It’s a new week and that means a new link party. Creatively Crafty Link Party. #linkparty #CCBG

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This week’s Link Party

There are just a few simple rules:

Link to a specific post, not your homepage.
Link up something YOU made/wrote/created.
Giveaways, other link parties, Etsy shops, or business links are not accepted.
Don’t link and run. Try to visit at least one link and show them some love. You may make a new friend.

Curling Ribbon Earrings

Learn how to make earrings using curling ribbon.

with Gwen Studios

This month the Gwen Studios design team is working with curling ribbon. Curling ribbons can be used in a variety of different ways. Quilling paper is very similar to curling ribbon so I thought it would work in a similar way. I chose to roll the ribbons into disks and make earrings.

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Curling Ribbon comes in a variety of different colors. Gwen Studios curling ribbon can be found at Walmart.

I would like to thank Gwen Studios for providing me with the ribbon to work with. Designer Crafts Connection will share links to all the projects made for this month’s nautical theme design team projects.

The photo above shows the difference in size between the curling ribbon on the left and the quilling paper on the right. The ribbon is just about twice the width but comes in a really long length that you can cut to your desired size.

Using a battery-operated quilling tool, made the rolling of the ribbon quick and easy. The ribbon naturally curls in one direction, following that direction makes the rolling of the ribbon a bit easier to work with. Use tacky glue to add different colors to the rolling.

To secure the ribbon, I added a piece of cardstock onto the back of the curled ribbon in a coordinating color. To see the entire process, watch the video tutorial below:

Video Tutorial:

I made two different pairs of earrings using the same curling technique. The blue pair are stud earrings while the pink version is made using ear wires.

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Making Metal Earrings

See how 3 different pairs of earrings were made using K&S Precision Metal.

With K&S Metals

Whenever I am introduced to a new to me material, my first thought is, “can I make jewelry with it”? So of course when I was sent metal from K&S, I knew I was going to attempt to make earrings. And it worked out really well. After making my first pair, I couldn’t stop. I had to try different techniques with the metal.

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K&S sent me 5 rolls of precision metal to work with in pink, gold, blue, purple, and green. The first pair of earrings I made was from the pink roll. Each roll of the metal is aluminum-based and .004″ Thick (36 Ga) x 12″ Wide x 24″ Long.

I chose to try die-cutting the metal. Earrings are small enough to use a small cutting machine and the mini Maker was just the perfect size. I cut the pink metal with the large heart twice and then flipped over the metal to cut the small heart out twice in silver.

To make the earrings I added black cardboard to the metal die-cut hearts to add thickness and weight. After all the pieces of the hearts were glued together, I poked a hole through the layers with a t-pin. Please refer to the video tutorial for detailed instructions.

Video Tutorial:

The next pair of earrings I made were silver and gold. For this pair, I began the same way with die-cutting. I used a decorative circle shape in two different sizes and then folded the circles in half, and placed them on top of each other. No glue was needed.

The final pair of earrings I made incorporated die-cut faux leather circles upon which I added die-cut metal stars. Before adding the stars, I ran the foil through my machine in an embossing folder and then filled the tops of the embossed dots with a nail file to remove the blue color so the silver could show through. The stars were then glued to the faux leather.

I would like to thank K&S Precision Metals for providing me with the metal to work with and Bella Publishing for the invitation. Designer Crafts Connection will share links to all the projects made for this blog hop.

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Creatively Crafty Link Party #333

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This week’s Link Party

There are just a few simple rules:

Link to a specific post, not your homepage.
Link up something YOU made/wrote/created.
Giveaways, other link parties, Etsy shops, or business links are not accepted.
Don’t link and run. Try to visit at least one link and show them some love. You may make a new friend.

Cricut Warehouse Sale

You have to check out the Cricut warehouse sale for some great savings!

Cricut is having a warehouse sale and you are not going to want to miss this one. You can save up to 85% off! Deep discounts can be found on marker sets, vinyl, Anna Griffin, and more.

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I absolutely love my Cricut paper trimmer and I don’t think you can find an alternative anywhere for less than $6!

The warehouse sale is different from the clearance section so be sure to check out both!

Creatively Crafty Link Party #332

It’s time to share your creative posts with us at Creatively Crafty Link Party. #CCBG #linkparty

Life Beyond the Kitchen | Try it – Like it – Create it

This week’s Link Party

There are just a few simple rules:

Link to a specific post, not your homepage.
Link up something YOU made/wrote/created.
Giveaways, other link parties, Etsy shops, or business links are not accepted.
Don’t link and run. Try to visit at least one link and show them some love. You may make a new friend.

Lake Sign :: Free SVG

Grab this free lake sign SVG. It’s a part of a monthly free SVG hop.

Free SVG Hop

What a great sign for your lake house or just for your love of lake living. Don’t want a sign? Wear it on a shirt. The free SVG is versatile in that you can change the size and color of the design to suit your need. This free SVG is a part of a monthly free SVG blog hop. The theme this month is lake life.

Grab the free SVG file from the store here: [Lake SVG]

Not sure what Cricut tools you need or should use? Check out this post – What tools to Buy.

Need to know about the different vinyl products available? You can learn all about it at About Cricut Vinyl.

Are you confused about the different colors of mats? This article will clear it all up for you.
Which Mat Do I Use?

Check out all the fun and free lake-themed SVG files linked below. I am sure you will find a great image to suit your need and love of this laid-back lifestyle.

We Can Make That!	Lake Bum
That’s What Che Said	Lake Life Because Beaches Be Salty
Hello Creative Family	Lake Life Vibes
The Girl Creative	boat waves, sunrays, lake days
Life Sew Savory	lake hair, don’t care
Homemade Heather	Go jump in the lake
Try it – Like it – Create it	you are here
Everyday Party Magazine	At the Lake
Kara Creates	Life is Better at the Lake
Liz in Call	Lake Life

Floral 3D Decor

Make a 3D floral decor with this free SVG file and CutCardStock.

with CutCardStock

This month Pop-Tone is the featured cardstock at CutCardStock. I’ve created a decorative piece that is 3-dimensional but the layers can also be used individually. This would make a beautiful alternative to a bow on a gift. I have a cord attached to mine to hang in a doorway. I like it as is but a tassel might be a nice addition.

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I used three colors from the Pop-Tone sample pack, Gumdrop Green, Blue Raspberry, and Grape Jelly. These are 100# card stock, a nice thickness for 3D creations. Each Pop-Tone sample pack comes with one sheet of all the colors in the 65 lb cover weight and has one sheet of each of the Pop-Tone 100 lb cover weight. This is a nice way to sample all the colors. Of course, you can purchase the colors separately.

Cutting the file on a Cricut Maker, I set it to 100# cardstock with a pressure setting of more.

I set my file to cut 1 of the centerpieces and then 2 of the other pieces so that the piece would be dimensional.

I added these glittered gems to the center on each side and it really finished off the piece. It is amazing how such a small thing can add so much to a design.

Video Tutorial:

Please visit the store to download the free SVG file [Floral Decor]

Big Cricut Sale

Check out the summer big Cricut sale.

Cricut is launching their Welcome Summer Sale, featuring HOT deals you won’t want to miss! Starting off with sales on machines, like the Maker 3 for $379, Explore 3 for $299, Maker for $249, Air 2 for $179, and the Joy for $99! Next up, save on heat presses, like the Mug Press for $179, the EasyPress Mini for $39, and $50 OFF the EasyPress (9″ x 9″) & EasyPress (12″ x 10″). Followed up by sales on tools & accessories, such as the BrightPad for $49, the BrightPad Go for $79, the Table Lamp for $179, and the Floor Lamp for $229. Finally, save up to 40% OFF on Paper & Cards! These deals won’t be available for long!

Cricut.com is offering free shipping on orders $99+. Use promo code SHIPJUN or JUNSHIP through 6/30.

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Maker 3 machine is $50 OFF! Valid through 6/18.

Explore 3 machine is $20 OFF! Valid through 6/18.

Maker machine is $150 OFF! Valid through 6/18.

Air 2 machine is $70 OFF! Valid through 6/18.

Joy machine is $80 OFF! Valid through 6/18.

EasyPress Mini on SALE for $39. Valid through 6/18.

EasyPress 9×9 on SALE for $99. Valid through 6/18.

EasyPress 12×10 on SALE for $149. Valid through 6/18.

EasyPress 3 – 9×9 only $199. Valid through 6/18.

EasyPress 3 – 12×10 only $249. Valid through 6/18.

Mug Press on SALE for $179. Valid through 6/18.

Hat Press only $149. Valid through 6/18.