Sculpting with paper mache, using paper mache clay in place of other sculpting materials. I’ve had this project in mind for the last year or so but I went back and forth on what to use to make it. I like sculpting with polymer clay but it needs to be baked and for this project that wasn’t possible. I considered […]
Sculpting with Paper Mache clay
Making a custom toddler T-shirt with fabric markers
There are a ton of different ways to make a t-shirt custom. Fabric markers is one of the easiest! The options are nearly endless. For this project I use crayola fabric markers which are the cheapest on the market, yet they work great. Everytime I make something, especially clothing, I find it goes one of two ways: I hate or […]
Refreshing Thrifted Kids Clothes : Custom Applique
Make an easy custom applique patch to add to or change any clothing. Kids go through clothes quickly weather they grow out of them or through them, that’s no surprise and yet it can still be a little alarming. To lighten the toll on the bank account I am a huge advocate of hand me downs, thrift stores, consignment and […]
Reupholstering and Painting Toddler chair
Completely remaking old toddler chair, reupholstering it then painting it.
Costume Creation: Upcycled
The stores are filled with costumes, usually repetitive and sometimes boring. All of them eye catching and elaborate at first glance but up close they are lacking. The materials are cheap and uncomfortable, the dimensions are weird making them never quite look right, however my biggest issue is the price tag. Those suckers aren’t cheap! If it’s for a kid […]