this morning, i have attended my first papercutting workshop, ably conducted by super crafter Mansy of Hey Kessy. i went in with mixed feelings of excitement and anxiety. the only paper cutting i have done were the ones using scissors! once, i have tried doing something intricate with a craft cutter but... let's move on … Continue reading washi+papercutting
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crafting an outfit
do you ever have episodes where you say "i don't have anything to wear" while staring at a closet full of clothes? well, i've had that this morning. eventually, i've ended up with my favorite tee-jeans ensemble and wore a chunky piece of necklace just for kicks.inspired by this fashion dilemna, indulge me as i … Continue reading crafting an outfit
early morning craft
i woke up.. its the first day of July... i skipped by usual 5-minutes-more and sped to the washroom and freshen up. i immediately ran to my corner table and got crafting. it's a special day today.i've brought out my carving kit, my heykessy washi tapes, paper, bakers' twine.i've spent a few moments taking a … Continue reading early morning craft
crafting on a rainy afternoon
somethin's crafting today at the workroom. something that smells sweet... and looks sweet... care to guess? UPDATE: finished crafting. it's a keychain (or bagcharm - depends on your mood), handcut, handsewn, with dried French lavender buds sandwiched between the fabrics. this one is going out to a lady from Maryland. i craft for my etsy … Continue reading crafting on a rainy afternoon
washi in school
notebook fillers. i remember the first time i have used these thin notebooks were in high school. to my surprise my grade 2 schooler has been supplied with this kind of notebook this school year. how on earth can we expect a 7 year old handle such a flimsy notebook with enough care for it … Continue reading washi in school
washi love
ever since i have seen one of these on etsy and got one for myself, i haven't stopped getting more. it has grown in to a hundred or so rolls now... i love washi tapes! they're colorful, they're beautiful, they're easy to tear, and they don't leave ugly glue marks when you change your mind … Continue reading washi love
i love dr seuss
a few weeks ago, my daughter celebrated her 7th birthday. being the crafty mum that i am, i could not resist getting my hands on some DIY projects for the party. aside from the witty rhymes maintained throughout the pages of his books, Dr Seuss is known for his quotes. i have decided to pick … Continue reading i love dr seuss
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