no rules, just happy crafting
I do so love florals and spring colors- so instead of doing a “Valentine” feeling with this light I went for spring/floral in general so it can be up longer! I used the new Heidi Swapp heart, paper, and lights that I found at Michael’s and went for it.
Here is a link to my video tutorial – this was so quick and easy! I just love how it turned out as well.
Guess what? The sneak peeks are rollin in! While I don’t (yet!) have peeks at all of the various boxes and jars of embellishments that are coming soon, I do have a few and I am so excited to share some peeks with you! I also created an introduction video – you can check that out here: Link to YouTube
New Leaf (below) in its box – perfect for spring! Above you see a few attic treasures – and the box it’ll come in!
I will be doing demos and chatting with people at CHA when this line officially is revealed, and I can’t wait! In January video tutorials and ideas will be shared as well, and this line should begin shipping early 2016 so you don’t have long to wait.
I am so excited to see this line come to life! So many colors, textures, and details. If you want to see continued peeks follow me on instagram (@craftwithmay) – otherwise keep reading the blog here as I will begin sharing tutorials & project videos in just 2 weeks.
Here’s one of the first project tutorials to come – love shiny little frames. Thanks for tuning in – and for all your excitement about this new line!
I have a card tutorial for creating this simple wreath-style card on the Buttons Galore blog (here) today. In my card making class? You’ll get two cards + video lessons on this style of card utilizing stamping and more. Not in that class yet? Still time to join in the fun! Click here for more info.
When Buttons Galore asked me if I’d like to play with some buttons and make a project for this blog hop I said – of course! Normally my handcrafted holiday fun is more about gift wrapping, card making, and home décor but I’m always up for a new challenge. If you’re new to my blog and finding me via the blog hop – welcome! Please do leave me a comment.
For a project like mine you’ll need a blank notebook, a bunch of buttons (I used buttons galore wood, plum pudding, and purple passion mixes) as well as some clear-drying liquid adhesive, alphabet stickers, beads, and glitter glue.
To start off with in a pale color pen draw your desired shape on the cover. This is just a marking to help you place your adhesive.
Next up, fill the shape with liquid adhesive.
Now the fun really begins! Add your alphabet stickers first (if using any), and then begin filling one side of your shape. Note that a lone wood veneer heart got into the mix with mine – I’m all for using what you’ve got!
The next step is simply to continue filling in your shape. LOTS of liquid adhesive is a good thing! I also recommend working with some larger shapes first, then filling in with smaller buttons.
Once the shape really starts looking good you can layer some buttons (small) atop other buttons for more dimension and to take care of any awkward gaps.
Once you’re done with buttons it’s time to have some fun with beads!
Any beads will work here. Epoxy dots, glitter glue, tiny micro beads or buttons, and other small items also are good choices. We’re going to just pour some beads all over, then shake off the excess.
If some are sticking where you don’t want beads stuck, just grab a paintbrush and assist them either to where you would like some more beads, or just scoop them off the project entirely.
Let your project fully dry, and then if desired add in dimensional paint or glitter glue to fill in any final spots that need it.
This project is so much fun, and you can decorate the cover of a simple notebook, journal, artist sketchbook, art journal, or even scrapbook album and customize a gift for a loved one while having a lot of fun too. This is also a great project to have school age children help out with – I know mine sure do love playing with buttons!
Thank you to Buttons Galore for asking me to rock some button craftiness today (you know I’m always up for that!) it was a lot of fun. I love how this project turned out and can’t wait to delight a friend with it this Christmas.
Below you will find information from the organizers including their information about how to find the other stops on this hop, the link to their give-away, and more. The link-up list curated by the organizers is at the end of this post, and you’re welcome to click around and maybe find new to you creative blogs and people! I always love discovering new people via blog hops it is one of my favorite parts of the whole process.
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I’m deep in deadlines – but not to worry! I have a share for you here today…
I’m over that the BGM blog (link) sharing a how-to for this fun card today!