[Nfb-krafters-korner] candy reef supplies for November 5th chat

[Theresa Taylor]

I use string or yarn for attaching the candy and then use ribbon for decorating. They definitely get a fluffy feel with all the yarn used to attach the candy.
Theresa

On Sep 27, 2012, at 5:45 PM, Brandy Wojcik wrote:

> OK I've seen these candy wreaths made before, but I remember them being kind
> of fluffy. Can the ribbon be inexpensive like curling ribbon or does it need
> to be stronger? Thanks for all your help. I look forward to making these for
> a few people as Thank yous this year. 
> 
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> 
> Yes....you want a circle form. Some people take a metal clothes hanger and
> make it into a circle....to give you an idea of how thick the metal will
> feel. It is only one ring. Think of a 10, 12 or 16 inch ring to go on your
> finger and you have it...smile.
> On Sep 27, 2012, at 4:57 PM, Brandy Wojcik wrote:
> 
>> If we ask for metal form at a craft store will they know what we want? 
>> 
>> -----Original Message-----
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>> Taylor
>> Sent: Thursday, September 27, 2012 5:54 PM
>> To: List for blind crafters and artists and artists
>> Subject: [Nfb-krafters-korner] candy reef supplies for November 5th 
>> chat
>> 
>> Hey Folks,
>> Here is a list of supplies:
>> metal form in any size depending on how large you want your reef. 
>> These metal forms can be found at any craft store.
>> For a 12 inch form it takes approximately 3 pounds of candy. 
>> The candy needs to be individually wrapped and have a twist tie on 
>> either end like bread.
>> You need string, yarn, ribbon or some other materials to tie the candy on.
>> If you precut these to approximately 2 inches it helps to save time.
>> You may also want miscellaneous decorations to place on the 
>> reef...such as garland, greenery etc.
>> Contact me off list with any questions.
>> I have lots of ideas for non candy reef if you are interested and you 
>> can still participate in the chat.
>> Looking forward to this evening!
>> Theresa
>> 
>> Reverend Theresa C. Taylor
>> Executive Director
>> Seek the Son Ministries Inc.
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Reverend Theresa C. Taylor
Executive Director
Seek the Son Ministries Inc.
763 691-9584
www.seektheson.org