Marcella emailed with a link to this woman's website:
She asked if I was interested in trying to make some paper boxes and of course I said, "Let's do it"
Here is the "in- process" mess with Marcella on the right.. I used some paste paper from a previous play date and she used heavy mulberry paper. I finished the lid but was only was able to finish sewing one side seam on the box itself. I also later replaced the Tyvec bead on top with a cool button.
Marcella said she was NOT leaving until she finished the box because she had way too many half finished projects at home. I LOVE her box and the shape. Here are details of the sides.
Great suggestion Marcella and I had such a great time visiting with you as well.
Nice boxes! But what caught my attention was your tyvek bead... haven't thought about tyvek in awhile, and now I want to try playing with it again. Trouble is, where to find any? I remember cutting up a mailing envelope to play with when I was experimenting, but the P.O. no longer has any that I have seen. Any ideas for sources?
ReplyDeleteI found tyvek envelopes at Office Depot/Office Max. Or,now I'm just joking, any new construction around. wink wink
DeleteI tried Construction Tyvek and it worked but was coarse. Kind of unsatisfactory but I have been know to take a few envelopes home from the post office
DeleteI think you have a lot of fun making those boxes
ReplyDeleteIs the bead on Marcellas box a paper bead or tyvek?
ReplyDeleteThey're wonderful and whimsical.
ReplyDeleteAnd really fun to figure out and make. She is coming back Tuesday and we will be making hand made paper.
DeleteLove the boxes and love, "Of course, let's do it!" Made me smile big, this post...
DeleteI'm always ready to PLAY!!
DeleteSo cool!!! Wish I could come and play, too!
ReplyDeleteYou are welcomed here anytime. Just let me know when to expect you (not kidding)
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