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Paper Designs
A passion for paper, especially recycled papers has worked itself out in numerous projects. We are no longer able to take orders, but this serves as a diary of all the paper flowers and other items we made. The paper proteas were our favourite!
Geometric Paper Desk Set – Decorative Storage
Stationery Storage - Desk set. This is a variation on the paper terrariums from last week. ...
Paper Terrarium DIY – Full Instructions
It's been very pleasing to see beautiful angular terrariums in so many places lately. The vibrant...
Design Indaba Creative Collab Durban
Tonight is the opening of the Creative Collab Durban. An exciting exhibition with some amazing...
Tissue Paper Daisy Chain DIY for Special Event
Daisy garlands bring to mind images of freedom, fun and dancing in a summer field. The design of...
Paper Shibori Plaid – Ink Dyed and Bleached
I've been keen to get into some Japanese Shibori work. So as a very first step in that...
Paper Daisies in the Grass – DIY Pattern and Instructions
The Rose has but a Summer reign, The daisy never dies. James Montgomery The daisy's for simplicity...
How to Whip up Chopstick Origami Lilies
This is the story of the chopstick origami lilies! I think chopsticks make much better flower...
Paper Earrings – Jewellery from Recycled Papers
Two different pairs of Paper earrings. Both created from paper. Both cut in the same heart...
Fabric Christmas Trees -Cotton Print
Christmas Time with bonded paper and fabric squares folded into mini Fabric Christmas Trees. The...
Origami Christmas Tree – Modular Design
This year some alternate Christmas decor is up and hanging in our living space.This Origami...
Origami Hummingbirds – some thoughts …
I don't think I've seen a hummingbird in real life. Here in Southern Africa, we have similar...
Mild Mustard Coloured Paper Protea Order
Just finished a Dusty-Yellow coloured paper project! Hand painting the paper with this warm...
Tender Heart Bunting from Book Paper
Freshly Found cut-out and ink-coloured hearts on book paper bunting at the Amazing Alternate...
Origami Lilies – Gorgeous Gentle Gentian
Today we are going to be making up a large batch of paper boutonnieres or buttonholes. It...
Paper Origami Teapot Trio from Book Paper
I am a collector of vintage How-to books. I love the hand drawn diagrams and antiquated...
