Spring time wreath

It's a new month so time for a new wreath.

What you need.
2 skeens of "furry" green yarn
1 roll of flower lace trim
1 box of pins. (mine matched the centers of the flowers)
1 foam wreath
ribbon for hanging

The amount of yarn you need depends on the size of wreath.  For a 9 inch wreath I used almost 2 full skeens.

Pin end of yarn to the wreath.

Wrap yarn around the wreath.  Make sure the yarn sits close together so no foam shows.

Cut your flower trim into individual flowers.

randomly pin flowers to the wreath.  pin through the center spot of each flower.

Tie ribbon around wreath and hang.

I have seen these also with signs or banners pinned into the center that say "Spring" or "Welcome"

Happy Easter

Nadine

Washi Tape Printer

Have I told you of my newest obsession?  Washi Tape, what is it you ask?  It is Japanese masking tape, but not just any old tan, boring colored masking tape, oh no, my friends it's colored, patterned, fun, fantastic tape.  That makes taping anything a delightful pleasure.  But, wait it gets better.  While surfing the web a couple of weeks ago I came across a Coharu Washi Tape Printer, of course with a gleeful scream  "I must have one of those!!"  Off I set out to find out where to purchase one of  these little gem!  I ordered mine from Japan Trend Shop.
It comes in to colors creme or brown, I ordered the creme.  (it looks like a little suitcase!)  The only downfall is it doesn't use the regular Washi Tape that I just happened to order in pretty much every color and pattern.  It has to have a special Washi Tape, which I also had to order in every color and pattern.

I bought the creme, but they are both super cute!

It offers several different fonts.


I haven't decided exactly what I am labeling but I am sure I will think of something since this is my year of organizing!  I am planning on doing a little tutorial on how to work it, it was a little intimidating at first, but I seem to be catching on.  It came in the cutest box and only took about a week to get here.  It is a little pricey, but if you do a search you might find it on Etsy.   

Printed this to put on one of my button jars

So, there you have it!!  I love mine, but I will admit I am kind of a gadget girl.  Stay tuned for some fun posts on how I am using mine!!

Nadine

An Easter Egg Hunt at Material Girls!

Oh, the Material Girls Bunnies have been extremly busy!!  We are having our first ever GIANT EASTER EGG HUNT!!  We have hidden 100's of eggs, and I mean 100's. Each egg is loaded with free prizes, discounts and more surprises!!  We are having our Easter Egg Hunt Friday April 6 and Saturday April 7 from 10 am -8pm.  We will be hiding new eggs all day long so that you don't miss out!  Enter to win a gift basket of Easter Goodies (drawing will be posted Monday April 9).  Limit 3 prizes per person, must be 13 or older for eligibility)Ladies you won't want to miss this!!!  It is going to be so much fun!! Peter Cotton Tail and Friends
AKA, The Material Girls Quilts

Brand new Shop Hop

Mark your calendars ladies (& amp;gents)  there is a brand new shop hop in town!!  Thats right!  the Bee Hive Shop Hop is happening along the Wasatch Front.   17 fantastic shops, 4 days of fun and games (and sales)  With lots of BIG Prizes!!  June 13th through June 16th.   You won't want to miss this, it's the biggest party for the Summer!!  Follow our blog, and like our Facebook and keep up on the BUZZZ!  We will be posting contests, free BOM, so don't forget to check back often.
See ya there!
Nadine

Redneck stemware tutorial

I was searching around blog world today and came across a site for Southern cooking.  Well, I LOVE sweet tea!!   I can't cook worth beans but love me some ice cold tea!!  They had served their sweet tea in these cute canning jars on a candlestick, (or redneck stemware).

So, I rounded up my supplies E6000, a glass candlestick and a Ball canning jar.  I also tied a turquoise piece of jute for a little color accent.

Around the top of the candlestick I applied a ring of the E6000, centered the jar on the candlestick, let dry, tie some raffia or jute around top, pick what Spring flowers you have and bring them inside to brighten your day, or pour yourself your favorite beverage put your feet up and RELAX!!
Enjoy!
Nadine

Spring Stitchery and Mother's Day too!!

Just thought I would share 2 of the new stitchery's up in the shop right now.  I love Spring, even though our Spring here in Utah has been kind of wacky!!  Actually we have several but I only have 2 of the pictures.  So, one is Spring and the other would make a great Mother's Day gift.  I hope you enjoy them.
Nadine