by freshlyfound | Jun 28, 2012 | decor, DIY, tutorial
These gorgeous cotton serviettes were a recent exciting find. They are hand embroidered, edged with cotton crochet and in pretty good condition! I made a garland from the serviettes – A pretty way to store them until needed – Folded, pinned and clipped...
by freshlyfound | Jun 24, 2012 | decor, nature, tutorial
My life philosophy is to use ordinary vintage and found objects as material for something a little extraordinary. And so I used the seeds from the Liquid Amber Tree in my garden to make an outdoor curtain for my patio. I love the softness of the round shapes and the...
by freshlyfound | May 30, 2012 | decor, nature, paper craft, tutorial
I love it when a home reflects what’s going on – Birthdays, Christmas, World Soccer Cups, etc. And so its good to reflect that Autumn has been happening here in the Southern Hemisphere! These Autumny wax-paper leaf panels have brought a touch of the...
by freshlyfound | May 3, 2012 | DIY, jewelery, tutorial
I have a lovely working association with Embocraft – a Training Trust close to my home in Botha’s Hill. Thuli is a delightful part of the team and maker of a number of Freshly Found products. Usually she follows my instructions well, but just recently I...
by freshlyfound | Apr 7, 2009 | book craft, tutorial
Finally I have put together a tut on How to Fold those Books! I usually use old novels, but this time I used a larger outdated buyers guide. The pages are lovely and crisp and firm enough to support the larger book. It looks good in a vase or just standing on...
by freshlyfound | Sep 5, 2008 | book craft, recycled, tutorial
I decided to try my hand at making my own Folded Magazine Side Table after showing this one last week. It is quite delightful and adds a dose of colour and humour to my living room! I topped it with a display of vintage silver dishes. I love it when my home evokes...
