Tuesday, July 31, 2012

Great Inspiration!

Well summer is wrapping up for me and my brood.  A busy time of year.  I clearly haven't posted in a while, as I haven't crafted in a while.  This doesn't change the fact that I think of it 90% of the time! 


I have been doing is brain storming for some new ideas and been on the prowl for new materials.  Locally I went and checked out the local leather wholesaler in my town.  What is sold to the public is scraps.  Scrap bins are divided up by size and depending on what you get is then sold by weight.  Larger pieces are around $6 lb.  I really enjoyed looking through the bins and loved my finds.  I can't wait to get started on a few projects.  If you live in western NC check it out.  If not then get your gum shoes on and see what sort of scraps are around your town.
Here are a few of the scraps I bought, the one that looks like snow actually shimmers!


Today I discovered another cool material source, and a free one at that!  One of my favorite Craft Bloggers, who provides endless inspiration to me, is sponsoring a craft give away!  Craft Passion is the coolest site.  I love that she is a working mother and still finds the time to make the coolest stuff.  If you haven't checked out this site you are really missing out.  Just use the link above and follow the instructions for entering in the contest! 


The last site I will steer you towards is MBU's sister - Adorn by Vera.  On my FB page you will see what inspires me as well as what is for sale in my etsy store.  Each are "under construction" check back for update about each! 


So - shop locally, repurpose, recycle, reclaim! Craft on!

Thursday, July 5, 2012

Fantastic Felt Flowers!

Well I hope everyone had a great holiday.  I spent a lot of time trying to decide what class MBU should offer first for the summer.  I have decided to offer a studio session focused on felt flowers and using them in a felt flower wreath!
I chose to make my own version of the Fourth of July, with slightly muted colors.  I used a moss for the green leaves, cream for the roses, corn flower blue for the carnations, and a dusty maroon for the filler flower.  I must be attracted to these colors a lot because I put it together with scrap felt and new yarn, purchased separately.  


When you sign up for the class you will receive a kit to complete the wreath, as well as fully instructed studio time.  Your kit will include: yarn, felt, and a wreath form.  MBU will provide glue, scissors, pins, instruction and access to die cuts.


These felt flower wreathes are a lot fun to make I think because there is so much "wow, so that's how you make that" energy and also because they are easy enough to make you could have one for every season.  Check back for dates and times so you can make your very own everlasting, felt flower wreath with MBU!