Book Case Idea

Protect your favorite books with a customized Book Nook using 
Joy® embroidered letters and flower applique's!

You will need:

• Joy® Iron-on Embroidered Flower appliqué
• Joy® Iron-on, Embroidered letter sheets - 1" white
• A zippered passport pouch
• Permanent colored marker
• Fabric glue

Instructions:

1. Color the letters with the marker.
2. Using the fabric glue, adhere the letters and flower appliqué to the front of your pouch.  Note: Depending of the type of cover, the letters and appliqué can also be secured by an iron and pressing cloth following manufacturer's directions on the back of each package.

Happy reading!

Look for Joy® iron-on embroidered letters, numbers and floral appliqués at your favorite craft store. 

They're available in different sizes, colors and fonts, suitable for every occasion.

See more creative idea's here!

Halloween Spell Book Covers

 Since Halloween is my favorite time of the year, I'm always looking for ways to re-purpose what I have in order to create some spooky new decor!

This is a simple enough tutorial you can make with a few supplies found around the house and at your local craft store!


What I used....

• Joy embroidered iron-on letters in various fonts. (found at Michael's and Hobby Lobby)
• Kunin Black wool felt (found at Walmart, JoAnns, Hobby Lobby...see more here.
• Scissors
• Sewing needle and black thread
• Orange permanent marker 
• Googly eyes or other Halloween embellishments.
• Fabric adhesive (I used fabric Fuse e6000)
• Books of varies sizes. Can be paper or hardbacks.
• White and brown acrylic paint 
• A dry brush- no water.

You can view the full tutorial here.

Starting to feel like Fall...

With the sudden change in the weather, I'm starting to feel like my old self again. 2 days ago it was 100 degree weather and today was perfect. Overcast, tree leaves turning brown (probaly from the heat~but still...)It's all a nice change. Here are some of my Fall Favorites and It will be fun to see how my style has changed when I start posting some "new" stuff! This is a "purse" book I made with my group. We've also done one for Mothers Day too.

I made 100 fall inspired flower pens for a wedding. Sound like alot? When I got married, I hand made 500! Yes, you can say that I've mastered the skill. ;0)

I made these cards last year for some friends and family. I like to have fun when I'm, crafting.

A Fall inspired mini book made from brown lunch sacks.

I've had several people ask if I'll be hosting a "Vintage Halloween" swap. As much as I LOVE Halloween, I have to say no. Halloween is my favorite time of the year and I jam packed the month with events for my group, my family and my self.

My Muse, My Gallery

Ever have one of those days that you just need to be reminded of all the wonderful things you've created? These are items that I've long since sold on e-bay, way before I even discovered the wonderful world of etsy. In a way I'm "showing off" to all my blogging friends, but I'm also giving myself a portal to view the little treasures that I created with all my heart. In a way I miss them, they were like little children. But then they do remind me what I'm capable of in the future.

Thanks for looking, I hope you enjoy.


"Butterfly Kisses"

"ATC holders"

"Faerie Bride"

"Gypsy Charms"

"Raven Tags"




"Make a Wish"

Mini Book Making

As you can see the book is quite simple.

 I used mini manila dividers and randomly covered them with 2 solid color card stock and 1 matching patterned cardstock. I used a make-up sponge to add Tim Holtz distress inks to the edges and created a random but charming design with just one foam stamp.

I also used a stapler, some adhesive and lots of ribbon scraps! If you don't have a crop-a-dile to cut all the holes at once in the end, you can use a regular hole punch, page by page.




The tabs of the book are nice for categorizing special events or photos.

I tied the book together with more matching ribbon.

I really like how it turned out!