Thursday, June 15, 2023

Upcycled Tuna Can Flower Trinket Box

 One of my favorite custom embellishment techniques is the look of 3D flowers on clear plastic film. This process involves applying flower designs on rice paper or plain napkins to clear plastic film using Mod Podge - a decoupage glue and let dry. Then cut out the film designs. Heating it, and molding, embossing and layering the cut-outs...

Tuesday, June 6, 2023

DIY Lavender Bags A Fresh Alternative

Did you know lavender, a purple flowering herb has long been associated with cleanliness? Its name is derived from a Latin word, lavare, which means "to wash!" The ancient Romans used lavender in their baths. My neighbor recently gave me some dried lavender from her garden. She first took me to the area where the lavender is growing. As soon...