Crafterateur

Tag: gold

  • kintsugi.

    kintsugi.

    I remember reading about kintsugi – the Japanese art of fixing broken ceramic pieces by filling the cracks with gold adhesive. I’ve wanted to try it, but I didn’t want to break something just to try it. So, ‘luckily’ I dropped a bowl. I was sad, but then I remembered…

  • liquid gold.

    liquid gold.

    A table number how-to! I used these for my parent’s golden anniversary celebration. Now I want to put liquid gold on everything! 1. Cut paper to size. I used watercolor paper because I like the weight and texture, and cut sheets into 3in by 4in pieces using a paper trimmer.…

  • love snacks!

    love snacks!

    Love snack, baby, love snack! Here’s a fun DIY for Valentine’s: golden treat containers. Materials & tools: containers (I purchased “petri dish”-like plastic containers from Oriental Trading Company) contact paper (I used gold) scissors treats (I chose hazelnuts and chocolate chips) How to: Select your container of choice. I like to go with…

  • they said yes!

    they said yes!

    It’s officially one year until my wedding so I thought I’d give you a peek into my wedding life with a DIY. Like many modern brides, asking your best ladies to be part of your entourage is a big deal. And being a bit on the crafty side (ok, maybe…