cinnamon teal: that yarn is BEAUTIFUL! The cups are great too

I did another Ikea hack and forgot to post it here! The only full size image I have has a little title on it, hopefully that isn't a big issue if I'm just posting here.. I also have some in progress images on my blog. It was so much fun building something! I mean, I know it's Ikea.. But I still was sanding things down, painting, and drilling holes to make it work better! This was originally a Ikea Rast, we got two of them and then made them pretty

I also FINALLY was able to create a repeating intestine textile pattern and silk screen it, which was still on my list from last year. I used it for the front pocket on this cosplay design I JUST finished (I drafted it from scratch and also created the ribcage graphic with butchers paper). A gold star if anyone knows what it is for

Honestly, it felt damn good to make a costume piece. It has been a few months since I've been remotely motivated to sew anything for a costume, brain has just felt broken. You can probably see how excited I was once I put it on by my expression in the picture lol

I have been trying out some Ikea "Hacking" the last two months because we needed new furniture! This was my first project. Technically more of an upcycle than a hack I suppose I broke down a Beddinge futon we were getting rid of and created 6 floor cushions with removable covers. If they are stacked, they take the place of an Ottoman. I can also use them to kneel on when cutting out giant pieces of fabric! (<- chronically bruised knees are thanking me for that lol). I have some images of the work in progress here.

I just received my package from Applesin and she was so thoughtful! I can't believe she made so many items My valentine and all the separate items which were wrapped in super cute paper and numbered in the order I should open them. She included some cute valentine foam glasses and a set of MLP valentines I can use!


I had said I'd love MLP themed Christmas ornaments for next year and she did not disappoint. She and her little ones collaborated on some snowflake ornaments, so cute!! And then she knitted TEN little stockings in all the ponies colors! I LOVE THEM!!


Everything is so cute, thank you so much Applesin

smashu: I have a couple vinyl toys sitting around, but I'm having trouble thinking of ideas for them. What did you use to create yours?

I used something to prime the base of the toy so the paint would stick, an acrylic medium that I can't remember the exact name of at them moment. Then acrylic paint for the base and hair, black sharpies to draw on the details.

Thank you carolmb and ehinders:)

always, I love the socks and bowls! I have not tried knitting yet, socks look impossible lol

I made a purse for a really cool fundraiser spearheaded by an amazing 4-year-old to raise money for the endangered Asian elephants! Her mom is on C-ster and I'm sure many of you know her!

I received from dessadoll! She made a hoop for  my oh and an awesome tentacle necklace! The felt pieces actually glow in the dark on the hoop just like the actual light it was designed to look like! Hehe  :-) thank you!

First project of 2013!  Fabric draft stopper. This was entirely made and stuffed with upcycled fabric and scraps Thank goodness! This new place is pretty drafty. I think I need to make some for the windows too if it is something that can be done (we've got interior window shutters).

I'm joining again! My list starts with what I didn't get done last year (that I still want to do lol)..

Finished
1) fabric draft stopper 01/07/13

2) elephant purse for fundraiser 02/13

3) upcycled floor cushions 02/13

4) MLP: Swap - apron 02/13
5) MLP: Swap - butcher's paper tee 02/13
6) MLP: Swap - drawstring bag 02/13
7) OPS January 2013 - 3 dance bags 01/13
8 ) Unicorno vinyl custom 02/13 http://magic-pony.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/MagicPony_DIYUnicorno_8.jpg
9) Ikea Rast Hack

10) Repeating intestine print textile
11) Ghoulia Scaris dress

 

To Make
-plastic bag holder
-window fabric draft stoppers
-Orihime: pleated skirt
-Orihime: tie clasp
-Aladdin: vest
-upcycled corset: oriental shirt
-upcycled corset: raincoat bow
-Colette: Peony No. 1017
-R2D2 skirt or dress
-Peppermint Butler purse
-round bag
-Tardis purse
-At least one Craftster Challenge entry!
-enter at least one Spoonflower fabric design contest
-photograph/shoot video and post on "Chromatophoric Textiles"
-photograph/shoot video and post on "1984 Tron EL tape corset"

COMPLETED but in transit
Swaps

To Learn/Relearn
-Stained glass
-Pattern blocks
-Knitting
-Latex work
-Casting/Sculpting

I adore all of your ornaments!  The skate ones and the polar bears are my favorite!

PM me with your final number to be entered in the challenge for Dec 2012!!!

I will! I'm almost done catching up lol Thanks for the sweet words (and for being awesome running this thread!)

rottenlittleboys: Thank you! I screened it on both sides and was worried the white would be too transparent but it worked out perfectly

My last batch of projects for the year:
102,103,104,105,106)-5x felt Adventure Time ornaments (I even used some of the new embroidery stitches I've been learning!)
107)-Peppermint Butler loom beaded ornament (I'm not super happy with how this turned out as I had no beading needles left and had to use all the inconsistent oversized beads in my stash lol)

-I had an awesome opportunity to collaborate with Mattel on a cosplay for one of their MH characters, they actually sponsored the project. Not going to go in depth here but here are the pieces I made!
108)-corset, including digitally illustrated and silk screened textile print
109)-skirt, including butcher's paper/silk screened textile print
109)-beret with pin
110)-sculpted ears
111)-wig with contrast highlights added in
112)-tights with stripes painted on
113)-shoes (these were originally black mary janes!)
114)-wings


Wahoo! Final count is...114!

Some long overdue for posting projects!
-MLP stocking Fluttershy
-MLP stocking Applejack

-Oogie Boogie hoodie

-MY FIRST CROSS STITCH EVER! No pic atm
-Zero (from Nightmare Before Christmas) Hoody

-for swap partners:
-sammie the turtle plushy

(next bunch of images taken by craftsunderground)
-burlap mini house vintage styled stocking

-kite pin cushion
-mini house ornaments

-Abby Road themed charm bracelet
-stitch markers

-mini house bunting
-felt skate ornaments

-for swap partner:
(images borrowed from Alliekat914)
-star ornament

-upcycled dog toy

-mug cozy

-felt ornament

-Star Wars felt ornament

-Vote "No" to Daleks tee

-felt polar bear ornaments

-messenger bag

-My Little Pony Ornament
-My Little Pony Tee
-My Little Pony Ornament
-My Little Pony Tee

Ongoing Holiday List Swap
(images borrowed from lindyv321)
-Muppets Monster tee
-Monster High ornament, charms
-cuff bracelet
http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z133/lindyv321/swap%20packages/Picture204.jpg
http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z133/lindyv321/swap%20packages/Picture205.jpg
http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z133/lindyv321/swap%20packages/Picture203.jpg
-fabric alphabet with bag (image borrowed from lydiaharper)
http://www.craftster.org/pictures/data/500/185032_24Sep12_fabric_abc.jpg
September 2012 OP Swap
-pillowcase dress (image borrowed from Breegy)
-owl mask
http://www.craftster.org/pictures/data/500/medium/298438_20Sep12_WP_001066.jpg
http://www.craftster.org/pictures/data/500/medium/298438_20Sep12_WP_001067.jpg
-Wonderwoman beaded bracelet (image borrowed from Koreena)
http://www.craftster.org/pictures/data/500/medium/192108_22Sep12_IMG_0356.JPG
End of Summer Random Swap (images borrowed from mightyminniemouse)
-tee with Doctor's name in Gallifreyan
http://www.craftster.org/pictures/data/500/medium/184289_06Sep12_HPIM0007.JPG
-sketch book fabric cover
http://www.craftster.org/pictures/data/500/medium/184289_06Sep12_HPIM0005.JPG
-tree of life earrings
http://www.craftster.org/pictures/data/500/medium/184289_06Sep12_PICT0025.JPG

I have one more set of things to post.. then I should be caught up for 2012! Yayyy lol

This Christmas I was inspired to design some new stockings for two of my friends that are hardcore My Little Pony fans. I personally love the show as well and the characters on the reboot My Little Pony Friendship is Magic translate well to my stocking design style. I present you with Applejack and Fluttershy!