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Weekly wrap up + paper scrap light

It’s a whopping 70 degrees in Brooklyn right now, so I’m going to get out from under the pile of packing boxes in our house and get some fresh air. Before I head out, I wanted to share this beautiful (and totally genius) DIY light project that graphic designer Gabrielle Guy created for a friend. After moving into a new house and finding an old lantern left behind, Gabrielle decided to cut strips from scrap paper and glue them onto the shade. Two days later, the result was an incredibly stunning artichoke-like lamp that looks expensive but cost close to nothing. I’m so impressed with this project that I had to share it as inspiration for the weekend. Here’s to everyone making something beautiful out of what they have around them. Below is a summary of this week’s highlights:

2nd Edition Duct Tape Rose Ring Tutorial PDF by QuietMischief Paper Starburst Pendant Light So I had a different project that I was going to post today, an update version of my Book Pages Pendant Lantern from Project 19, but then I started working on this light idea, and I am so excited by the results I just couldn’t wait to show you guys! My inspiration and guide was this light from Design*Sponge, that I spotted on Pinterest. I really liked the idea, and I had a roll of white vellum lying around left over from college that I thought would look beautiful. So I started cutting triangles. The roll of vellum that I was using was 24 inches long. I think I glued the pieces on much closer than they did in the Design*Sponge tutorial, but I wanted a really full look. All in all I think the light is pretty awesome, and I can’t wait to post it on Etsy, though I’m a little bit worried about shipping. So I know I need to get back to my 30x30x3 projects, but this light took me by surprise with its shape and fantastic outcome, and I just couldn’t wait to share! Ciao, Allison Like this:

Sculptural Paper Orb Lights It’s wonderful to see so many DIY projects that take advantage of the humble paper globe light. Just when I think I’ve seen them all, I come across a new one that I love, like this version created by Heather Jennings of Poppy Haus. While browsing her local Anthropologie store, Heather was inspired by two things: the ingenuity of the displays, all made with simple, everyday materials, and the Rhododendron Chandelier. Luckily, Heather stumbled upon decorative cupcake liners with an optical, graphic print that provided the perfect amount of depth and texture. They [Anthropologie] sell all sorts of fancy and unattainable things, but the store is full of pieces constructed out of paper and wire and rope that give the same distinguished impression. Materials 100–125 white standard-sized paper cupcake liners100–125 vertically striped petit fours papers(1) 18–20″ white paper lanternhot glue gun1 Hemma Cord from IKEA (for lighting) ($3.99) Instructions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

Dandy the Lion Wool Felt Designer Plush Doll by nonesuchgarden the 3 R's blog | 30 Projects x 30 Weeks x 3 Principles Romantic Card My card today is for Whoopsi Daisy challenge blog. Our challenge this wick is White on White. For my card i used image from sheet # 451, and you can find it HERE. Here is some close up look on my embellishments. For the background i used MS punch, embossing folder, and added Die cuts of Butterfly and lives swirls. To finish my card i added white Bow. Now it’s your turn to show us your creations. Nataliya

Flashback: Woven Map Basket Maps can be amazing design elements, with all their intricately drawn lines and minute details. But what do you do with a regular paper map that is starting to fall apart from use? In CRAFT Volume 05, crafter Jane Patrick suggested we weave maps into baskets, a fun and interesting way to reuse castoffs and weave a little memory into a functional item. Check out her full tutorial here and pick up a back issue of CRAFT Volume 05, the Paper issue, in the Maker Shed.Woven Memory Basket Weave your vacation road maps into an attractive souvenir. Materials 2-3 large road maps Contrasting string or thread Clothespins Cutting mat Rotary cutter Awl or tapestry needle Scissors Small tweezers White glue (optional) to further stiffen the basket Directions Step 1: Prepare the strips. Fold each strip in half lengthwise. Step 2: Weave over, under, over, under (plain weave) for a square base, 10 weavers in both directions. Step 3: Using string or thread, mark the base by twining around the edges.

Unique Lighting Pendant Lamps Wall Sconces and by Zipper8Lighting Paper Snowflakes.com If you've never thought of paper snowflakes as important or relevant, get ready to have your mind blown. These aren't your old grandfather's simple fold and cut from a napkin snow crystal pretties. Paper Snowflakes for Children is a virtual encyclopedia of crystal patterns ranging from simple one or two cut designs for total beginners to creations that are virtually impossible to apply scissors or knives to craft. Mark your calendar: December 27 is Make Cut Out Snowflakes Day Simple for beginners - designs with easy folds and cut lines Four sided doilies - basic square folds, but not true snowflake shapes Math based - fun patterns using basic triangle, square and circle shapes Forget me Not - special flakes for commemorative events or personal memories Festive - holiday theme flakes Intricate - hard to cut patterns Fancy flakes - delicate flowery designs ...and so much more Natures gift Educational Symmetrical Snowflakes

wreaths Wreaths aren't only for holidays ... they are a great way to decorate your home year-round and can add a festive pop to parties. I love the texture they bring. And they are just fun to make =). They can be made from fabric or felt. Or from paper punches. Or just about anything.

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