Gingerbread Snowflakes shared this great tutorial for making pretty decorations based on the ancient Japanese craft known as Temari. These decorations are thread-wrapped styrofoam balls that are then embellished with embroidery, applique, or sequins.
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Yes very pretty. Did something like that last year, but used the newer
Smoothfoam balls that are firmer and easier to work with and check out
their prices. http://www.plasteelcorp.com
3 Comments
Bella Casa
Very pretty! Love crafts on a budget!
Bella
Jane Ohlsson
Yes very pretty. Did something like that last year, but used the newer
Smoothfoam balls that are firmer and easier to work with and check out
their prices.
http://www.plasteelcorp.com
Jane and Bill
Craftzilla
What a great idea. The actual art of temari is pretty time intensive, so this is a great short cut!