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DIY Rustic ribbon star wall art - Christmas decoration
Are you on a hunt for a super easy, budget-friendly but still gorgeous ( farmhouse style ) Christmas decor ? Try this DIY Rustic ribbon star wall art by Beyond The Picket Fence! This DIY Rustic ribbon star wall art is such a fun, easy, and a great way to add Christmas cheer. This ribbon star is simple yet rich! What a great idea and really great in its simplicity of design and execution. Anyone can create this gorgeous Christmas decor and have something to be proud of when they are finished!
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Easy DIY ribbon wreath (how to make a ribbon wreath)
If you still haven’t made ( or bought ) a Christmas wreath yet, we have a super fun craft tutorial for you! While the most popular wreaths are made using artificial flowers or evergreen, ribbon wreaths are quite appealing too. They are surprisingly cheap, easy to make, and the possibilities are endless. Ribbon wreaths are a great option if flowers are not your thing. In this step-by-step tutorial, Uncommon Designs will teach you how to make a unique ribbon wreath , using pieces of ribbon and a wire wreath form. ( This ribbon wreath also can be a great fabric scrap buster project because this will work with any kind of fabric , not just ribbons ! )
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Beautiful snowflake from silk ribbons
With the help of this nice craft tutorial, you can make this gorgeous silk ribbon snowflake (or flower). It looks good on a christmas tree,or in your easter decoration and it's also a great gift idea!
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DIY kanzashi silk ribbon flower
Are you looking for a beautiful spring decoration or a gorgeous accessory ? This step-by-step video tutorial teaches you how to fold this gorgeous kanzashi flower from simple silk ribbons. Kanzashi is the Japanese art of folding delicate squares of silk into three-dimensional flower petals. ( Think about ribbon kanzashi flowers as a beautiful fabric interpretation of origami pieces. ) The finished silk ribbon flowers can be attached to a purse, a shirt, a barrette or any other fashion accessory of your choice. They are easy to make and look so pretty!
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DIY kanzashi satin ribbon roses
This gorgeous silk ribbon rose is made with kanzashi tecnique ! It's not as difficult as it seems: you just need to fold the petals and sew ( or glue ) them together. With this nice step-by-step video craft tutorial you can make the rose easily! You can create the roses from any silk /satin ribbons , textiles or anything foldable material that you have at hand. It's a perfect spring decoration, or an accessory.
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Gorgeous ball Christmas ornaments from silk ribbons (kanzashi)
Kanzashi techniue is not just our favourite because the outcome is absolutely gorgeous, but also because it's super easy ( despite the look ) , quick and also inexpensive ! And the finished product looks like an expensive classy store bought Christmas decor ! Isn't it beautiful? All you need to make one is 2 different colour silk ribbon , a few pins and a styrofoam ball ! No-sewing involved! You can use these gorgeous folded silk ribbon / textile ( kanzashi ) Christmas ornament balls to decorate your Christmas tree or you can also gift them to your loves ones!
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DIY Ribbon flower with beads - grosgrain flower - kanzashi
In this nice kanzashi video tutorial you will learn how to make twisted flower with sewn in beads ! Gorgeous, isn't it? You can use these beautiful kanzashi ( folded ribbon ) flowers to decorate your christmas tree , you can use them as nice acessories / jewelries , or it can be a perfect gift for any occasion! Despite the look this delicate beaded ribbon flower is very easy to make ( just a little bit time consuming but it absolutely worth the time and effort! ) You can use any colour and patern ribbons to make this gorgeous kanzashi flower , it will look gorgeous in cream/white, pastels and in vibrant colours too!
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Gorgeous silk ribbon snowflakes with kanzashi technique
We love kanzashi ( ribbon folding ) technique becuse with it we can create gorgeous ( Christmas ) decors ( just like these beautiful snowflakes ) in no time, with just a few yard of silk ribbon ! You won't need special craft materials or skills to make these gorgeous winter/Christmas decor snowflakes only a little silk ribbon and a lighter/tea candle and this nice step-by-step video tutorial ! These gorgeous silk ribbon snowflakes can be perfectd decors but you can use them as nice brooches or hairpins as well! The silk ribbon kanzashi snowflakes will look gorgeous in any color, and you can add more small decor elements to them ( beads, some bling or glitter! )
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Styrofoam ball Christmas tree ornaments with silk ribbons ( kanzashi )
Kanzashi techniue is not just our favourite because the outcome is absolutely gorgeous, but also because it's super easy ( despite the look ) , quick and also inexpensive ! And the finished product looks like an expensive classy store bought Christmas decor ! Isn't it beautiful? All you need to make one is 2 different colour silk ribbon , a few pins and a styrofoam ball ! No-sewing involved! You can use these gorgeous folded silk ribbon / textile ( kanzashi ) Christmas ornament balls to decorate your Christmas tree or you can also gift them to your loves ones!
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Gorgeous DIY spring ribbon flower headband - kanzashi
In this nice step-by-step video tutorial you can learn how to make this gorgeous colorful spring satin rose / satin flower headband ! We love kanzashi ( ribbon folding ) technique because it's super easy and the outcome is always soo beautiful and unique! You can use this ribbon flower headband / braid at your wedding , or you can make one as a beautiful gift for a special occasion! This kanzashi ribbon flower headband will look gorgeous in any color, you can even use it as a nice spring/Easter decor ! You can use this clever and easy ribbon rose folding technique to create other accessories/jewelrie s as well!
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DIY Soft taggie blanket - blankie with tags (sewing pattern)
You can buy all of those great baby toys for your little one, but we bet he/she would be more excited to play with tags hanging off the pillow or blanket next to him/her! So sew one lovely baby blankie with tags! This taggie blanket is a great sewing project for beginners. Getting the tags to stay in place can be a little tricky at first but once you get the hang of it the sewing is very basic sewing. Don’t worry if your lines are not sewn perfectly straight it’s just for a baby who is not going care if its a little off, their just love to play with the tags instead. She used one ribbon that was a satin finish and one that was a grosgrain finish.
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DIY Ribbon rose - How to make rose buds out of ribbon
If you are looking for how to make silk ribbon roses you will find IdunGoddess's way useful and really beautiful. Her DIY rose s look natural and they are easy to make. What we love in this kind of ribbon roses , that they look like a rosebuds with leaves under a bud. For these silk or satin ribbon roses you will need: 6 pins, thread, scissors, pink ribbon 4 cm width and 50 cm length ( or any color you want to make a rose ) , green ribbon ( 5 cm width, 5 cm length ). Watch her step-by-step silk ribbon rosebud video tutorial and decorate your clothes with these beautiful silk rose buds , use them in crafts , sew them to your bags and purses, or put them on your hair!
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Elegant silk ribbon bow easily with kanzashi technique
In this nice kanzashi video tutorial you will learn how to make gorgeous elegant twisted silk ribbon bows with sewn-in beads ! Gorgeous, isn't it? You can use these beautiful kanzashi ( folded ribbon ) bows to decorate your precious gifts , you can use them as nice accessories / jewelries for any e legant occasion! ( such as wedding, banquets etc ) Despite the look this delicate beaded ribbon bow is very easy to make ( just a little bit time consuming but it absolutely worth the time and effort! ) You can use silk ribbons in any color and pattern to make this gorgeous elegant kanzashi bows , they will look gorgeous in any form!
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Gorgeous silk ribbon rose flower - elegant brooch
This gorgeous silk ribbon flower ( peony or rose ) is made from simple silk ribbon ribbon pieces! This gorgeous silk ribbon flower is absolutely not as difficult as it seems: you just need to melt the petals with a lighter ( or a lit tea candle ) to shape them and then simply glue them together. With this nice step-by-step video craft tutorial you can make this gorgeous silk ribbon rose ( or peony flower ) easily to decorate your home at springtime, or as a beautiful gift for your mother on Mother's day ! Of course this ribbon rose can be a perfect gift or decor for other special occasions as well, such as your wedding party ! )
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Cute sun baby toy with ribbons (free sewing pattern)
You can buy all of those great baby toys for your little one, but we bet he/she would be more excited to play with tags hanging off the pillow or blanket next to him/her! So sew one lovely baby sun plushie with tags! This sun shape taggie plush toy is a great sewing project for beginners. Getting the tags to stay in place can be a little tricky at first but once you get the hang of it the sewing is very basic sewing. Don’t worry if your lines are not sewn perfectly straight it’s just for a baby who is not going care if its a little off, their just love to play with the tags instead. You can use different ribbon textures & colors for a little extra fun!
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DIY Easy fall wreath with faux leaves
Today’s fall craft is a 5 minute autumn leaf wreath ! This gorgeous faux fall leaf wreath is a no-fail, easy-peasy DIY that adds a pretty punch of autumn color to your decor! This faux fall leaf wreath is so fast and easy and we love that you can use the garland for a centerpiece or other decoration and then use it for this gorgeous wreath as well! Sometimes there is nothing better than a fall craft project that is easy and simple and that you love in the end. That is the case with this beautiful all leaf wreath!
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Easy DIY one piece ribbon rose - video kanzashi tutorial
In this nice step-by-step video tutorial you can learn how to make this gorgeous ( and super easy to make ) satin rose ! We love kanzashi ( ribbon folding ) technique because it's super easy and the outcome is always soo beautiful and unique! You can use this beautiful, delicate satin rose at your wedding , or you can make one as a beautiful gift for a special occasion! This kanzashi ( ribbon ) flower will look gorgeous in any color! Of course you can use this ribbon rose it as a nice spring / Easter decor but it will look gorgeous as a handmade accessory / jewelry as well!
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DIY Repurposed wood tray fall pumpkin decor - autumn craft
Monkey pod wood trays as fun fall decors ? Why not? This time Sadie Seasongoods will teach you how to create these lovely little fall pumpkins out of simple wooden trays. How creative is it? Of course you can use any other pumpkin shaped objects to spice up you fall decor: c hopping boards, coasters, bottles... the possibilities are truly endless! A little bit of paint, a green ribbon and boom you have the most creative handmade autumn decor of all time! So get the tutorial at sadieseasongoods.com and let's get crafting :
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DIY Faux fur wreath - vintage winter decor
Nothing announces holiday season more than wreaths. This DIY Faux fur wreath by Made In A Day is such a great to upcycle for a new or old scarf. And it's also a super fun way to perk up your winter or fall decor. This DIY Faux fur wreath is a pretty holiday decoration that will transition nicely into winter. Faux fur is such a wonderful craft material, and the warm rich color of the brown ribbon just makes this gorgeous DIY Faux fur wreath pop! It’s really hard to believe this was a scarf, isn't it?
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Easy DIY fall leaf wreath - fall decor
Today’s fall craft is a 10 minute autumn leaf wreath ! This gorgeous faux fall leaf wreath is a no-fail, easy-peasy DIY that adds a pretty punch of autumn color to your decor! This faux fall leaf wreath is so fast and easy and we love that you can use the garland for a centerpiece or other decoration and then use it for this gorgeous wreath as well! Sometimes there is nothing better than a fall craft project that is easy and simple and that you love in the end. That is the case with this beautiful all leaf wreath!
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DIY Fall metal ribbon wreath - wreath making tutorial
Fall is such a fun time of the year and wreaths and pumpkins are such a perfect way to start the season! If you still haven’t made or bought a fall wreath Made In A Day has an interesting craft tutorial for you! ! In this tutorial you can learn how to make a unique ribbon wreath using pieces of ribbon in only an hour or so. This fall ribbon wreath is so easy to make it's suitable for kids of all ages! So get the tutorial at madeinaday.com and make a gorgeous metallic layered wreath adorned with the perfect pop of fall foliage to welcome your guests this year:
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DIY Dinosaur baby tag blanket - adorable gift for babies
Make this baby tag blanket by The Country Chic Cottage for your little one ! It is easy to make and that dinosaur shape is something that all kids will love. You can buy all of those great baby toys for your little one , but we bet he/she would be more excited to play with tags hanging off the pillow or blanket next to him/her! So sew one lovely dinosaur baby blanket with tags ! This dinosaur shape taggie plush toy is a great sewing project for beginners. Getting the tags to stay in place can be a little tricky at first but once you get the hang of it the sewing is very basic sewing. You can use different ribbon textures & colors for a little extra fun!
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DIY Boho antique bottle decor with feathers & old buttons
This time use flattened metal buttons and feathers to make a gorgeous, bohemian summer decor ! Sadie Seasongoods will teach you how to make these beautiful decorations out of nothing. Of course ( If you haven't got antique bottles at hand ) you can use any empty glass bottles spiced up with a little glossy/transparent stain paint ( or you can create your own paint with a transparent PVA glue and a few drops of food coloring ). We love the finished bottles exotic look!
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Simple DIY ribbon angels - Christmas tree ornament
These adorable little ribbon angel ornaments by Fairy Crafts are easy to make and can be a wonderful festive addition to your tree. Are you ready to make some ribbon angel ornaments for your Christmas tree ? Let's create a bunch of adorable, little DIY angel ornaments for this years Christmas tree with a few simple craft supplies and Fairy Crafts's easy to follow tutorial:
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