4 yards fabric –natural fabric, canvas or linen gives a raw edge that won't fray.ScissorsHot glue gunHeat proof gloves to work w/hot glue3 yards ribbon for tiesDecorative buttonsRecipe: Preheat hot glue gun. Apply a line of hot glue approximately 1 ½ inches from outside edge of skirt. Create ruffles by pinching linen w/fingers and pushing the gathers onto hot glue. Work in small sections, no more than about 12 inches at a time. Continue this process around the entire skirt edge. Start the next row approximately 1 ½ inches above the previous row. Continue adding rows until entire canvas base is covered.
Christmas ornaments24" round board (masonite circle) you can also use a round dryer rack or a plastic bucket lidMonofilament stringOrnament hooksBobby pinsInstructions:
If you don't have plans yet, chances are many of your friends don't either, so if you invite people over even with little notice, they'll most likely attend. Many people feel overwhelmed by the pressure to go out and have a blast, but the traffic and jacked up prices at restaurants can deter people from wanting to go out.
Thin leather is the hottest trend for Spring. It can also just appear to have a leather quality/sheen. Typically thought of as a Fall/Winter material, pairing the thin leather with softer more vintage jewelry or lace also adds a more Spring element to it. Cut outs on the neck or hem also make the leather dress cool and chic.
You don’t have to give up a night out on the town. Lets begin with eating out. Buy discount gift cards from a site like restaurant.com, groupon, and travelzoo. Also check out your local culinary schools in your area and you can get a great meal for less than $20.
Styrofoam Cone, about 1 1/2 feet tallFloral MossFloral Wire or Straight Pins3 1lb Bags of Fresh CranberriesWhite Glue or Hot Glue (use a low-temp gun)Clear Acrylic Lacquer SprayRecipe: Attach the moss to the cone with either white glue or pins. Cover the cone with moss. Glue cranberries on one-by one until the cone is completely covered. Display cone on a charger or plate with live greens around it.
