by freshlyfound | Jun 22, 2016 | book craft, corporate, design projects, paper craft
We are keen to explore new directions in our paper work for clients, and were delighted to make up some paper apple prototypes from recycled books. The apple shape, is a bit like the heart shape – familiar, simple and pleasing with soft curves. We were very...
by freshlyfound | Jun 20, 2016 | design projects, flower craft, South Africa, wedding
Paper Strelitzia Buttonholes The Strelitzia is a vibrant indigenous South African flower – also known as The Bird of Paradise Flower or the Crane Flower. It’s name suits it’s bright and angular appearance! It was lovely to make a set of buttonholes...
by freshlyfound | Jun 17, 2016 | design projects, roses, wedding
We have been commissioned to create a number of paper rose bouquets for an upcoming wedding. It has been such a delightful process for a few reasons – Roses are beautiful blooms to create Adding some red paper to the book print paper has created a fresh vibrant...
by freshlyfound | Jun 15, 2016 | corporate, installations, paper craft
Recently I was involved in designing a paper installation for an exciting stage backdrop. The stage decor team at my church CityHill Hillcrest, decided on a paper leaf theme to coincide with Autumn and to have an beautiful opportunity to recycle discarded office...
by freshlyfound | Jun 13, 2016 | proteas, wedding
Over the past 6 months, we have navigated 2 house/office/studio moves. We are happily settling down into our new space which has a magnificent view over the Krantzkloof Gorge. Despite the upheaval, we’ve managed to produce a few pretty freshly found goodies,...
by freshlyfound | Jan 14, 2016 | proteas, recycled
It’s been a joy to start the year off with such a bright and cheerful order for a client – These paper proteas are an old Freshly Found favourite interpreted in a new way. It’s always a pleasure to paint those petals, and assemble the layers to...
by freshlyfound | Dec 24, 2015 | christmas, decor, DIY, paper craft, recycled
This year I created a Christmas wreath for our home from puzzle pieces. A friend of mine had some children’s puzzles with fairly large peices, which made ideal building blocks for this circular decoration. I used Annie Sloan Chalk Paint to cover all the...
by freshlyfound | Dec 14, 2015 | christmas, crochet, inspiration
It’s so good to be making again! We have just finished moving house, studio and my husband’s office into beautiful temporary space. I’m making some last minute Christmas favours. Crochet Stars for Christmas. I followed crafter and crocheter –...
by freshlyfound | Oct 19, 2015 | paper craft, tutorial
Stationery Storage – Desk set. This is a variation on the paper terrariums from last week. Follow the instructions, but cut out only 2 of the windows. This allows easy access, while partially obscuring the contents. I used paper from an old atlas. It’s...
by freshlyfound | Oct 13, 2015 | art, decor, paper craft, tutorial, wedding
It’s been very pleasing to see beautiful angular terrariums in so many places lately. The vibrant geometric shape softened by the fresh green leaves of the resident plants makes a great decor item. A paper terrarium is an innovative variation of the original...
