[Nfb-krafters-korner] seed beads all that you'vebeenwantingtoknow and more

[Lindy van der Merwe]

Ah, thanks for this, Erica. This craft sounds lovely.
Lindy

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From: "Ericka Short" <ericka.short at wi.rr.com>
To: "List for blind crafters and artists" <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Sunday, November 17, 2013 6:02 PM
Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] seed beads all that 
you'vebeenwantingtoknow and more


> What are seed beads?  Are they something you make necklaces and bracelets 
> out of?  Are we doing any ceramics or clay type classes? Just curious.  I 
> still don't have a good concept of all the crafts this group does.  I 
> liked the snowy candle holder craft.  That is more of the kind of things 
> I've done in the past.  That was years ago though.  I have added the 
> simple directions here below.   We had a craft class one time at church 
> and that is where I learned to do this simple project.  I made a fall 
> themed decorative plate. The fabric has colored leaves on a tan 
> background. It is really pretty. Made them with different fabric for 
> family members and they loved them.  You could make a matching set with 
> turkeys or pilgrims for thanksgiving!  It would certainly brighten up 
> conversation.
>
>
> Fabric decorated plate
> You can do this technique on cups, bowls, platters etc.  Just make certain 
> it is a CLEAR item  with no colored designs and glass.  If you are doing 
> this to jars or goblets, pitcher, etc., put the fabric on Patterned Side 
> Out so the colors show.  For dishes holding liquid, the inside doesn't 
> matter so much as the outside and is easier to adhere to the outside, 
> seal, etc.. This will make more sense as you read the directions.
>
> Required:  1 clear glass plate, patterned fabric of your choice cut a 
> little wider than the  plate. a bottle of Modge Podge, sponge brush to 
> apply. steel wool
>
> 1.  You can buy clear glass plates at dollar tree.  Wash well and let 
> completely dry.
> 2.  Turn your plate upside-down and  trace the rim of the  plate.  Cut 
> out. This should be a little larger than your plate so it will adhere well 
> to the bottom of the plate later.  You will see why!  I used a fall 
> colored leaves pattern with a  tan background for mine.
> 3.  On a level, protected surface turn your plate with the eating side 
> down. Place a thin layers of Modge Podge over the entire bottom.
> 4.  Immediately place the material, patterned side down over the plate 
> bottom.  Smooth wrinkles so it adheres flat and snug on the plate.  Let 
> dry.
> 5.  Now we will seal the fabric in place.  This also waterproofs the 
> project.  When completely dry, smear a thick layer of Modge Podge over the 
> entire bottom over the fabric. Don't worry about your technique; just make 
> sure no fabric is missed.   Let dry.  Modge Podge dries clear.  Clean up 
> your mess while it dries.
> 6.  Grab that steel wool ball and scrub down the layer of Modge Podge. 
> This will take out the bumps and make the surface shiny as a bald guy's 
> head. For those with sight you should be able to see the pattern if you 
> flip the plate over and look at the eating side.  On the bottom you will 
> just see the backside of the fabric.
> 8.  Add another layer of Modge Podge to the shiny bottom and let dry. 
> Make sure you cover the entire surface to seal well.
> 8.  Scrub with Steel wool again when thoroughly dry.  Slather your last 
> layer of Modge Podge and let completely dry.
> 9.  Now it's almost done!  Scrub with the steel wool until shiny surface. 
> Wipe down anything on the front and then package for that Christmas gift 
> for the kid's teacher or add a candle jar to the middle and use as a 
> centerpiece.
>
>  Ericka J. Short
> 262-697-0510
>
> "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me". Philipians 4:13
>
> "No hand is too small or too big to do good in this world." EJ. Short
>
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