Here’s another fun way to accessorize your rather plain attire using papier mâché. Crafter Cathy Callahan via Craftzine.com gives us the lowdown on this quirky, easy-to-make vintage-looking accessory. It is both so chic and cute at the same time, you must try it pronto.
With a little help using pinking scissors (or any decorative edge scissors you have in your home), a hole punch, some of your favorite paint colors, a glue, a sealer (try Mod Podge) and a lot of patience, you can begin making your own papier mâché floral brooches!
I think this will also go very well attached to the backpocket of my …read more

I have been seeing a lot of DIY (do-it-yourself) flowers in scrapbook layouts around the web recently and it has gained popularity from majority of really crafty souls out there. Big scrapbooking manufacturers have also followed suit, and you will see their patented products in LSS (local scrapbooking stores) carrying this very raw, unique take on “homemade” flowers around the world. There are a number of ideas that has sprung from creative minds wanting to have a unique look about their layouts. Besides the aesthetic purpose of DIY flowers, one is also able to save mother earth. Because crafters tend to use up …read more