Tips + Techniques

Interesting Dye Techniques

June 18, 2013 / 0 Comments

Photo by Kimberly Ellen Hall  Have you ever found a beautiful silk top at the thrift store only to hesitate since it was some unattractive color? Or maybe you have several white tees that aren’t so white anymore….there are lots of easy interesting dye techniques that can bring old clothes and housewares back to life. ...

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Jewelry Repair 101: Using the Jump Ring

June 12, 2013 / 0 Comments

Hi, it’s Esther from WhollyKao, back for another post on simple ways to repair broken jewelry. We’ve all had necklaces break on us. Sometimes they break when the charm just ‘falls off.’ Or maybe the clasp gives out. Often, the fix is as easy as replacing a jump ring. And I’m here to show you ...

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DIY Photo University – Lighting

June 10, 2013 / 2 Comments

Ask any photographer, ‘What’s the best way to get a great photo?’ and if they don’t say lighting, they’re trying to hoard the greatest photography secret ever from you! Jokes aside, if you really want to start taking drool-inducing photos for your blog, or even just yourself, finding the proper lighting is the first step. ...

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Out of the Box: 10 Tips for Sewing on Paper

June 05, 2013 / 0 Comments

Illustration by Kimberly Ellen Hall Put your sewing machine to new use! Sewing on paper is easy and fun if you just follow these top tips. You have more control if you don’t sew too fast….many machines have a speed setting. If yours doesn’t, learn how to control that pedal! Paper dulls your needles faster ...

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Hands On: How to Set A Rivet

June 03, 2013 / 0 Comments

Leathercraft has been around for centuries, but the techniques have not changed much over the years. Even in today’s world of high fashion, leather (or faux leather) is all the rage. The Leather Crafting Kit in the Whimseybox shop is a popular item, so we thought we’d provide you with a helpful how-to so you ...

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