Stencil and Stitching

Hello! Welcome back to the BPM blog. Today's project features another imaginative way of using a stencil. I did a similar project on creative ways of using a stencil on a previous post which I linked below: 

Creative Ways of Using a Stencil

I love to stitch! And, it brings me joy to know that I can use stencils to create templates for stitching. The stencil I am using is the Blank Page Muse Clouds & Drops 5x5" Mixed Media stencil.  

With all the texture created by the stitching, I don't think this panel needs any additional embellishments.

I hope you like today's project and give paper stitching with stencil a try. And if you do, don't forget to share a photo of your project on BPM's FB fan page as listed below. 

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Vintage Magical Bookmark And Tassel DIY

I just love snuggling up under a fluffy blanket and a good book. I often find myself to comfy and fall asleep while reading.  😊 Which leaves me needing something to save my place.
So today lets make a cute bookmark!

Items used:

• Imagination
• Scissors
• Alcohol markers 
• ink- Palette, hybrid acid free
• Sharpie marker
• Card stock
• Acrylic paint
• Cardstock
• Tissue paper
• Yarn or thread
• Glue Stick
• Rubber Stamps used-

Marigold Flowers from the Day of the Dead sugar Skull set by Donna Gray 

Stitches FROND Witch by Stephanie Eaton

Words from Stitches PYRO by Stephanie Eaton

Keyboard Steampunk Rubber Stamp

Distressed Chain Link Steampunk Background

I'm still new to the great world of stamps, so I wanted to push myself and do a more of a layered background. I started with the with the Marigold Flowers in the upper corner. From there I just kept adding. I'm really pleased with this background. 

I just love the look of tassels and stamps together. You can easily make your own using yarn or thread.

1. Wrap the yarn around cardboard or your fingers. The more you wrap the more fuller your tassel will become. I wrapped mine about 20 times.
2. I just used a long piece of yarn and tied a double knot on the top, then slipped it off my cardboard. You could also use a jump ring between the loop. This will be used to attach your tassel to your finished piece.
3. Next cut off a piece of yarn to tie near the top of your tassel. Tie a double knot, then wrap the yarn around a few times. Giving the tassel a more finished look tie another double knot.
4. Cut the bottom loops. I used crappy scissors, so I needed to trim the ends a bit to make my tassel pretty.

Hope you enjoyed this Vintage Magical bookmark and Tassel DIY. If you have any questions feel free to message Lasheet and if you choose to make your bookmark tag her and Blank Page Muse. Thank you, happy crafting!! ♥

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