Tag Archives: handmade

Feeling Wishy About Washi Tape?

Then I’ve got a round-up for you!

I’ve gotten several questions from friends who are wondering what’s up with washi tape (y’know, what do you *do* with it). So I’ve pulled some of my recent pins to help give you some ideas, in case you’ve been wondering the same thing.

DIY Masking Tape Monogram // Creature Comforts

Washi Tape Candle Votives // I Spy DIY

Gift Bags // Craft and Creativity via Washi Tape Crafts

Stop back on Wednesday to see how I put my washi tape to work to create a birthday card and gift wrap!

Easy Gift Idea: Silver-Rimmed Bowls

This is a super-simple diy that makes for a very easy gift idea. All you need is a small ceramic bowl, a paintbrush, and any paint of your choosing. I prefer metallics for this project, because it gives the look of a gilt edge and adds just a little bit of bling. Who doesn’t need a bit of bling?

Just paint the inside and/or outside edge of your bowl, let dry, and voila! A delightful little way to collect rings, earrings, perfume vials, lip glosses and balms, hair accessories, bracelets, office supplies, or any number of other small, loose items. I filled this one with hair bands to give to my friend for her birthday. I also use one to corral perfume and lip balm on my dresser.

Sharing with: Creative Spark

Gilded Votives: Crafting with Ez Pudewa & Darby Smart

Have you checked out Darby Smart? It’s a pretty cool concept; Darby Smart features fun crafts and diys designed by awesome bloggers and people like you. They organize the materials and instructions you need into a kit. Then you buy it, craft it, and share it!

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Telling It Like It Is

If you don’t already know about the amazingness of Emily McDowell… well, I’m telling you now.. so pay attention and take notes! Or rather, just click this hyperlinked text and go check out her newly-launched/relaunched shop full of awesome-sauce greeting cards and prints.

You won’t regret it!

*I solemnly swear I am in no way affiliated with this site, nor was I paid to write this post. The opinions above are my own, about an awesome site/brand/product/artist that I want to share with you*

Blogiversary Giveaway Winners

Thank you to everyone who wished me a Happy Blogiversary and entered my first giveaway! I used a random number generator to draw the winners, and the lucky folks are…

1st Prize – Kayla at k718

2nd Prize – Katherine at Pillows A-La-Mode

Congratulations! I’m so excited to share a little of the crafts I love with you!

Please email me at twopurplecouches@gmail.com with your address, and I’ll get your goodies on their way!