[Nfb-krafters-korner] Sorry for replying to the wrong message

Mon Nov 18 08:13:08 UTC 2013

Sorry all, I wanted to reply to the message that Erica sent with the 
instructions for the fabric covered plate.
Lindy

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Lindy van der Merwe" <stephlin at iafrica.com>
To: "List for blind crafters and artists" <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Sunday, November 17, 2013 8:37 PM
Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] seed beads all 
thatyou'vebeenwantingtoknow and more

> Ah, thanks for this, Erica. This craft sounds lovely.
> Lindy
>
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> 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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