This labradorite earrings II is part of the latest “Labradorite & Friends” jewelry set. I just posted the labradorite bracelet. For this pair of earrings, I have more detailed steps, how-tos, and tips ..
zz. Humble Hand Soap Dispenser – Upgraded
Upgrading the humble hand soap dispenser. A mini post for a quickie project.
Z. DIY Handmade Toilet Roll Holder (CH0341)
Have been meaning to make a handmade toilet roll holder for some time. So I made one last night. Of course, with me, it is always an “experiment” and lord only knows when I will get round to making the next “improved” version. But this will do for now .. especially with visitors coming by in the next few days 🙂
He now has a name: Loopy Loo (name bestowed by Natalie Fletcher-Jones (from the fabulous clay artist at Peruzi)
Z. Crystal Heart Sun-catcher Windchime (CH0340)
This week, I thought I would devote some time to making things for the house so the Hearts Sun-catcher Windchime popped out.
z. Bead Mat Tray – changeable, non-slip DIY
Do you love your bead mat? Oh yes! Do you hate your bead mat slipping as you work? Oh yes yes yes!
Well, I had enough. I wanted to make a bead mat tray that would be:
- be non-slip
- capable of holding multiple bead mats
- thick enough that when I pin something to it, there is enough depth to hold it
- heavy enough that it won’t lift up when I move or take pins out
- and as a bonus – able to easily change bead mats for different coloured ones.
So here is my functional DIY bead mat tray. I have tested it daily for a couple of months now and am very happy with its functionality.
Pliers Stand Holder – Simple How To
I decided to make my own pliers stand (alternatively called “pliers holder” or “pliers rack”). It was easier than I expected. And sturdier.
I have been driven nosy and crazy with my various make-do pliers stands. First it was buckets, then whatever wooden canister holder, then just plonking them into a tools bucket. But as many know, the more you have need of your tools – the more specialized and plentiful they get. And in the middle of a project, to be able to lay your hands quickly on the right tool, is a heaven-sent. And then to be able to store them, visually accessible and safely – that is another god sent.
But pliers stands or pliers holders are not cheap. Plus, even after paying the price, they have limited capacity. (You know your collection will continue to grow despite your best restraint). So being able to make your own pliers stand – easily, is a big bonus.
Triangle Shape with Peyote Stitch – How To
Always useful to be able to create beaded shapes. Helps the fulfullment of particular designs. This is a simple primer or reminder of how to create triangle shape with peyote stitch.
Basically it is standard 1-bead peyote along straight edges and insert 2 beads at the points (just as if you are working a Herringbone stitch).
zz.Organised Pin Cushion – Ever So Useful
Ah, don’t turn your eyes away because I seem like a lowly and ugly pin cushion. I am only a beta version. I have been on trial for a month or so. And I have made Helena so very happy!
I am a pin cushion which:
- is weighted
- is segmented to be easily organised
- has anti-rust capabilities
- can magnetically hold small work scissors
- and helps sharpen needles
I have been made to please. And I have and I do! Daily!
Helena thinks I am quite amazing (tho she does not, as yet, appreciate my lack of good looks).
Ruffled Peyote Stitch – How to
I am sure there are various ways of achieving ruffles or frills with peyote stitch. This is but one of them.
Ruffled peyote is a very useful addition as it can be used to create texture, structure, interest.
Soften Polymer Clay – how to
How does one soften polymer clay? If you are like me, your precious clay would have been hoarded in safe places. And in revenge, they have hardened on you. So now we need to find a way to recondition polymer clay for use. Don’t throw them away!
I just want to get started with my clay immediately so this research piece is presented in brief notes to get you going asap.
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