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Showing posts with label Stationary. Show all posts

29.2.12

DIY Crocheted Pencil Roll

I just got myself a brand new set of pencils but didn't feel like dumping them in my pencil case with the rest of my stationary. When I was browsing pinterest the other day I came across this amazing tutorial which inspired me to make this and would fix my problem. For those of you who aren't avid crocheters that tutorial from small + friendly is perfect for you. But for those of you who dare to crochet follow my spin on the pencil roll.


My grandmother taught me to crochet a couple of years ago and ever since I keep having phases of being obsessed with the craft. I am currently going through one of those phases.


Stuff you need:
Acrylic yarn
Any size crochet needle
Leather cord

1. Chain 42 and then double stitch 2 rows (here is a tutorial on how to double stitch).


2. On the third row chain instead of doing a double stitch every 2 stitches.


3. Crochet 2 more rows of double stitch then repeat step 2.


4. Double stitch 5 more rows then repeat step 2. Double stitch 2 more rows and repeat step 2 again. Finally Double stitch 2 rows and finish.


5. Tie a knot at the end of the leather cord.


6. Put it through the side and knot at the other end too.


Put your pencils in and roll up. Have fun crocheting!


22.1.12

DIY Fabric Covered Journals

I absolutely love these journals because they are super easy to make and they are insanely useful. Depending on what kind of paper you put inside, the journal can be used for anything: art journals, diaries, organizers etc. I think I've made around 10 in the last 2 months alone!


Stuff you need:
Card paper
Fabric
A sewing machine (a needle and thread will be quite difficult to use in this case)
Paper (I used 15 sheets of A4 paper then trimmed the sides so that they would fit in my journal)
Paper clips
String and large needle

1. Place the card on top of the fabric.


2. Fold the fabric inwards, onto the card and sew around the edges using a sewing machine.


3. Fold all your sheets of paper in half.


4. Open the sheets of paper and clip them to the inside of the book cover. 


5. Poke three holes, make sure the pin goes through all sheets of paper and the book cover.


6. Sew the paper to the book cover.


Now draw, doodle and dream in your new journal :)