For the third project I did the folded candy tins. These were really simple to make and took less than 20 minutes to complete. The total cost for this project was 1.50 for the paper. These would be great for a dinner party, kids birthday or any celebration.
I just finished project 2, creating paper envelopes. It was a great easy project to do. It took me a total of 30 min. with a cost of $3.00. I used the templates downloaded from marthastewart.com. They look great and could be used for many occasions. Here are pictures!
I decided to fold 100 box shades for a string of lights for the first project. The paper used was cream colored cardstock that could still pass light through it. I also decided to put them on a strand of multi colored lights so there was some color to them. The total amount of time put into this project was 6 hours. The total cost was 2.99 for the string of lights, the paper was donated. I am now moving on to making envelopes and shopping bags. Those shouldn't take me too long. Hope you like the pictures. I am working on getting better pictures with my camera but I can't download them. These pictures are from my cell phone.
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I am starting out with the paper folding projects. These include folding a crane, boxes over lights, storage boxes, creating mini shopping bags, custom envelopes and more! As I finish I will post pictures up!
So my friend bought these Dove chocolates with Martha Stewart inspirational sayings. There are some great tips on how to organize and thrifty ideas for crafts. I thought I would give you a sample of them
"Present candles in a dish lined with shredded paper"
"Give your favorite cookie recipe, along with a fresh batch"
"Wrap holiday gifts immediately after you purchase them"
"Decorate with doilies-natural stand-ins for snowflakes"
"Display seasonal fruit for an unexpected holiday centerpiece"
"Fill stockings with gifts inspired by a single theme"
"Layer white tissue paper over bright colored wrap"
"Turn old toys into nostalgic tree ornaments"
"Send thank-yous within two weeks of receiving a gift"
"Assign serving platters to each dish on the buffet table"
Great tips and ideas for the holidays and for everyday life. I just thought I would share with you some inspiring words of Martha!
***Project update*** I am still in the process of acquiring all the materials needed to complete this and I will officially start this thursday with the first project. I will announce what I will be doing on Thursday as well.
P.S. I love the fact Martha had a pole exercise routine on her show. I think it took her guts to do that and I give her big props for doing so!! Goooooo Martha!!!
Martha Stewart has always been a part of my life. I remember being about 6 and being at my grandmas house and the first thing I would want to watch was Martha Stewart Living on PBS. Her crafts and the how-to lessons were always the best. I dreamed of making her recipes and crafts all the time. In fact when I was young and making crafts I would always ask "How would Martha do this?" I was that obsessed and still am. I have a dream of one day meeting Martha Stewart. She has been a huge idol to me. So I am taking it upon myself to complete every project in her book Martha Stewarts Encyclopedia of Crafts in hopes this will gain attention and I will get that opportunity. I am a novice crafter and have very little supplies, hardly any artistic ability and no sewing machine. This is going to be one huge undertaking.
Now I know that this has been done and there are many other blogs like this out there but I haven't seen one done for a craft book. So hopefully this will be an interesting and fun experience. I have to get supplies together before I begin and since I am a full time student and work part time it will probably be a week before I post the first completed craft but I cant wait to share it with you!!
