by freshlyfound | Mar 19, 2014 | inspiration, jewelery, recycled, thread
I made these button bracelets for myself. I did not want the buttons to be the star of the show, rather the pattern formed by the thread as it dipped in and out of the button holes. I hope to try out some more and document the process. Update –...
by freshlyfound | Mar 14, 2014 | roses, wedding
A very satisfying project. Creating Gentian Violet Paper Roses by dying bookprint paper. I coloured the paper in gorgeous gentian before creating the beautiful buttonholes for a groom and his bestmen. Love wedding orders! Gentian violet can be sourced from...
by freshlyfound | Mar 12, 2014 | recycled, roses, wedding, wood
For a while I have added envelopes to the list of things I don’t throw away! I am so happy with the way they have transformed into buttonhole roses! We can make these up for your function too – but we may need help with the envelope collecting! Envelope...
by freshlyfound | Mar 3, 2014 | decor, inspiration, wood
Wooden Collection Story – There is something so pleasing about having collections of similar things – Similar shapes, Similar sizes, similar uses and similar colours. For a while I have been collecting wooden goodies – spoons, apples, egg cups,...
by freshlyfound | Feb 14, 2014 | inspiration, jewelery, paper craft
Two different pairs of Paper earrings. Both created from paper. Both cut in the same heart shapes, and assembled in the same way. I created the first pair of red heart shaped earrings from a book. I recycle many books in various forms, and am struck by the beauty...
by freshlyfound | Dec 17, 2013 | christmas, paper craft, tutorial
Christmas Time with bonded paper and fabric squares folded into mini Fabric Christmas Trees. The delicate bright green floral sari prints are all the decorating these simple trees need. They may be folded from a square of normal paper or light cardboard, but here they...
by freshlyfound | Dec 9, 2013 | flower projects, wedding
Paper peace lilies are indigenous to South Africa, and one of my favourite flowers. I love their simplicity and have enjoyed making them up out of paper. I used book paper, but here in this bunch, I added a layer of white acrylic paint, before wet moulding the...
by freshlyfound | Dec 5, 2013 | christmas, paper craft, tutorial
This year some alternate Christmas decor is up and hanging in our living space.This Origami Christmas Tree was a delight to create. Recycled paper square were folded and suspended to form a modular hanging tree. I love the vibrant geometric textured feel. It is made...
by freshlyfound | Nov 21, 2013 | personal
“Go through the process” has become a life long personal and family mantra. When we don’t know what the outcome of a situation is going to be, we resign ourselves to the comfort of knowing – All we can do for now is – Go through the...
by freshlyfound | Nov 15, 2013 | crochet, cushions, decor, Fabric and textiles, tutorial
Crochet owes it’s widespread appeal to the fact that it is easy to do, and lends itself to so many delightful interpretations. The simplicity and adaptability of the basic stitches tempt the novice to try her hand, and the expert to outdo herself The Complete...
