Showing posts with label DIY. Show all posts
Showing posts with label DIY. Show all posts

Monday, July 23, 2012

DIY Summer Stationery

I've recently made two very summery stationery sets that I'd love to share with you.


One is a pink ombre, because you can never have too much ombre, and the other is a blue moire pattern that reminded me of the bottom of a swimming pool.  You can download both designs below, print them out on some nice paper, cut and fold, and send to a friend!

Pink Ombre Stationery Set (PDF)
Pool Side Stationery Set (PDF)

When you print the PDF be sure you review your print screen - you'll want to make sure that under the Page Sizing & Handling options you've selected Actual Size (not Fit).  This way your stationery sheet will fit perfectly into your envelope.

Fold the envelope so the color is on the inside and will be a nice surprise when your pen pal opens the mail.  I like to use double-sided tape to attach the side flaps to the bottom flap.  It's less messy than traditional glue and won't warp the paper, but, of course, a glue stick will work just as well.

One last tip: you probably won't want to write on the colorful side of your stationery - the printer ink might make it difficult for your pen ink to adhere to the page, but, trust me, your letters will look fabulous written on the blank side of the stationery. Enjoy!



Thursday, July 19, 2012

Crepe Paper Color Explosion



















How do you feel about crepe paper?
I was looking for a fun way to decorate my apartment for my birthday last May and, honestly, I used to think crepe paper was a tacky and outdated way to decorate, but then I ran into this tutorial and it changed everything.  I made tons, and tons, and tons of ruched strands of crepe paper and this is what I wove them into:




























I was so happy with the results I left the crepe paper up all summer. What do you think? Would you like a crepe paper installation in your living room?