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Scrap Yarn Potholder Loom Rug

My lovely Yarn stash! I was cleaning my craft room and opened up 5 - 16 x 18 packaging boxes of yarn that I had not looked at since I mo...

Thursday, September 22, 2016

Rhinestones T-shirt Embellishments


Rhinestones T-shirt Embellishments
Materials
  1. T-shirt
  2. Rhinestones
  3. Fabric Glue (Permanent)
  4. Scissors
  5. Cardboard (covered in packaging tape)
  6. Dress Maker's Carbon Tracing Paper
  7. Pencil
  8. Wax Paper
A long list of materials, but this project is very simple. Upcycling your old clothing and bags to give them a new look.

Emmanuel Arts
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Kids Art Snack Bag - Fun and Easy Weekend Project


Kids Art Snack Bag - Fun and Easy Weekend Project
Materials
  1. Snack Bags / Sandwich Bags
  2. Permanent Markers
  3. Cardboard / Craft Mat
This fun and easy weekend project will make the week at school for kids enjoyable. Simple DIY snack bag decorations.

Emmanuel Arts
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Monday, September 19, 2016

Button Jewelry Recycle - DIY


Button Jewelry Recycle - DIY
Materials
  1. Buttons (recycle your stash - use the unwanted ones)
  2. Embellishments - Rhinestones , Gems (or anything that you have in your stash to decorate - glitter glue, puffy paints, pearls, beads - use your creativity)
  3. E6000 glue (super glue if you want it to dry quickly)
  4. Toothpicks
  5. Jewelry Findings (Surgical Posts, Earring Backs, Earring Hoops, Necklace Cords, Jump rings, bales)
  6. Round nose pliers / Chain nose Pliers (2)
  7. Aluminum Foil / cardboard
Recycle your stash and make your own jewelry from items just sitting on the craft table with no use. Unclutter your stash and make amazing cool jewelry for parties and outings.

Emmanuel Arts
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Newspaper Collage Kids Art


Newspaper Collage Kids Art
Materials
  1. Cardboard (Recycled moving box) / Chipboard
  2. Newspapers
  3. Hi-lighters
  4. Oil Pastels
  5. Black Permanent Markers
  6. Scissors
  7. Glue
Kids will enjoy this fun filled completely recycle newspaper Collage Skyline. Many other paintings can be made using this technique. 

Emmanuel Arts
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Wednesday, September 14, 2016

Baker's Twine Wall Art - Step by Step Tutorial - Fun and Easy

Baker's Twine Wall Art - Step by Step Tutorial - Fun and Easy

Materials:
  1. Baker's Twine
  2. Scissors
  3. Box Frame
  4. Glue
  5. Plastic Paint Brush
  6. Foam Bowl
  7. Pencil
Enjoy this fun and easy wall art done with Baker's Twine. You can get the box frame and baker's twine at dollar tree. It is an inexpensive way to decorate your wall and also give your loved ones a handmade gift.

Emmanuel Arts
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Monday, September 12, 2016

DIY - Recycle Grocery Bag Tote - Step by Step Tutorial - Save Environment

DIY - Recycle Grocery Bag Tote - Step by Step Tutorial - Save Environment

Materials
  1. Grocery Bags - 6-8 (preferably one side plain)
  2. E6000 Glue
  3. Packaging Tape or Duct Tape
  4. Paper Clips
  5. Iron
  6. Scissors
  7. Wax Paper
  8. Embroidery Floss (optional for embellishment)
  9. Gems or Rhinestones (optional for embellishment)
For the embroidery stitch tutorial click the video below:

Enjoy making this fun DIY tote bag. 

Emmanuel Arts
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Saturday, September 10, 2016

Tuesday Morning Haul - August and September 2016 - Shopping Spree - Craft Crazy

Tuesday Morning Haul - August and September 2016 - Shopping Spree - Craft Crazy
Enjoy this amazing haul I got from Tuesday Morning.

Emmanuel Arts
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Thursday, September 8, 2016

Embroidery Stitch - Basic for Beginner's - Running Stitch with Twist - Step by Step Tutorial



Embroidery Stitch - Basic for Beginner's - Running Stitch with Twist - Step by Step Tutorial

Materials
  1. Fabric / Old Tshirt
  2. Pencil
  3. Tracing Paper
  4. Dressmaker's Tracing Paper
  5. Embroidery Floss
  6. Embroidery Needle
  7. Scissors
  8. Embroidery Hoop
  9. Fabric Glue
  10. Gems / Rhinestones (optional)

Tuesday, September 6, 2016

Paint Dab Markers - Stencil Art - Paint Brush Markers - Kids Art - Step by Step Tutorial



Paint Dab Markers - Stencil Art - Paint Brush Markers - Kids Art - Step by Step Tutorial

Materials:
  1. Watercolor Paper
  2. Paint Dab Markers
  3. PAint Brush Markers
  4. Pencil - (optional)
  5. Permanent Marker - Black
  6. Stencil - can be made from cereal box
A fun project for kids to enjoy. Stencil makes drawing easy and the dab markers are amazing and fun way to color. Try it, Learn it and Enjoy It.

Emmanuel Arts
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Paper Mosaic Painting with Construction Paper - Step by Step Tutorial - Gift Idea


Paper Mosaic Painting with Construction Paper - Step by Step Tutorial
Materials:
  1. Construction paper
  2. Foam Board
  3. Pencil
  4. Scissors
  5. White Glue
Mosaic is a way to create painting with the help of colorful squares made from different materials like glass, paper, marble etc. In this tutorial we will make an amazing wall art with the help of construction paper cut into tiny squares. Learn it, Try It and Enjoy It.

Emmanuel Arts
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Sunday, September 4, 2016

DIY Recycle Newspaper Wall Art - Step by Step Tutorial - Gift Idea


DIY Recycle Newspaper Wall Art - Step by Step Tutorial - Gift Idea
Materials
  1. Elmer's Foam Board
  2. Mod Podge - Gloss Finish
  3. Glue Stick
  4. Weekly Circulars or Newspaper
  5. Scissors
This is a fun DIY recycle project. It can make an amazing #gift idea - a unique one as no two painting would ever look the same. Try out with your favorite food cut outs and add beauty to your kitchen wall or gift it to your loved ones with one of a kind handmade wall art.

Emmanuel Arts
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