Get Crafty - Marshmallow Creations

mmmmm...icing.

Snowed in (again)? Here's a fun and easy (and yummy) project for the whole family. Make marshmallow creations with icing and/or toothpicks. And when you're done- you can have it as a yummy treat! We even made a little video to show you how to do it.



What you need:
marshmallows
toothpicks
icing

my marshmallow igloo

Lilly's marshmallow "snowgirl"

yummy, crafty goodness

Tutorial - NO SEW Tutu

Here's another tutorial from the DBW archives....the video has over 46,000+ youtube views!

Every little girl loves playing dress up in a tutu- here's a super simple version that even kids can make. No sewing involved!

Materials:
1. Goody "ouchless" Adult Size Headband - they come in a multi-pack and can be bought at Target, Giant, Rite-Aid etc.

2. Tulle, ribbon or fabric - I prefer the 6" width tulle that comes in rolls from the craft store. Make sure if you buy ribbon it does NOT have wired edges! (You can make about 1 tutu with one 25 yard roll of tulle.)

3. Scissors

Directions:
1. Determine how long you want the tutu to be

2. Cut strips of tulle/ribbon/fabric 2x the desired length. About 40 cut strips of tulle are needed for a "full" tutu.

3. Tie each strip of tulle/ribbon/fabric in the middle - just by making a knot - all the way along the headband until desired fullness.

Optional Embellishments:
Glue (with Fabri-tac or craft glue) silk flowers or gems to the ends of ribbon

Tips:
These tutus can be completely and totally customized for your child. You can make them really full, or keep it simple. These make great party favors for birthdays, or a cute gift.

Tutorial - Using Applique to Embellish Clothing

Why are BRAND NEW CLOTHES such a MAGNET for spots and stains? It drives me crazy, but by using a simple applique, you can not only cover those stains, but personalize any article of clothing....AND it's easy! Today I am going to show you (in 2 parts) how to use applique to embellish really anything (stained or not!).

Materials Needed:
Clothing (shirt, dress, bag, etc)
Fabric Scrap
Steam a Seam 2 (or other applique adhesive, found at fabric shops)
Iron
Scissors

*Extras-hand sew on buttons or ribbon trims, use decorative stitches with a sewing machine!

Instructions:
1. Cut out rough shape for fabric applique
2. Peel off 1 paper backer of Steam a Seam and press fabric onto adhesive
3. Cut out desired shape (can also use a die cutter machine!)
4. Peel off 2nd paper backer and position applique onto clothing
5. Use hot iron and press for 10-15 seconds (check instructions for exact timing)

Options:
Use zig zag stitch and machine sew along edges of applique
Hand sew on buttons or ribbon bow trims.


Part 1 Video shows basic applique:




Part 2 Video shows optional embellishments (machine sewing and button details):

YouTube Product Demos

This weekend I finally got around to making my DBW product demo videos! I am the furthest thing from an actress, although I was an extra in the Made-for-TV Movie "Monday After the Miracle". Mike was an excellent director and put up with my "midwest accent" and tongue-tying trials.

I hope that the videos are helpful, please know that I would have loved to hire a QVC Host to give my demo instead of doing it myself!