Craft...books...inspiration..and more craft!

This week I have been..

Paper mache-ing (I think I just made that word up!) my antlers which resulted in the last layer in being paper towel.  I used paper towel because it soaks up paint a lot easier.

Prepping for painting and mounting my antlers.  Ive been teased about how they look like chicken's feet..what do you think?

Hanging out with my craft buddy, she's the silent type and very supportive!

Doing some reading..unfortunately my local newsagents seems to be 3 months behind in the craftseller magazine!  Devouring The Fault in Our Stars by John Green, classed as a Young Adult read but definitely worthy of anyone who enjoys a smart, funny, and very real story.  The Fault in Our Stars reminds me of My Sister's Keeper & The Pact both by Jodi Picoult, only because I find the characters likeable and they are going through very-real situations, that I don't come across much in the other fiction that I read.  It has been made into a film and will be released later this year.  

I plan to finish my antlers during the week and will post final pictures as soon as its done. 
I hope you've had the most enjoyable week...and have great plans & ideas for the one to come!

Kimberlee xx:)xx

Antlers for me..

There is nothing like having a free day.  A day that is yours.  No hassles, no work, no interruptions.  Today was that day for me!   I've been flicking through a book called Craftydermy by Tracey Benton lately and have been gaining some inspiration from the beautiful works displayed throughout its pages.  Today I attempted to make my own mounted antlers!   
The process was quite easy to follow, although Tracey does mentioned making the initial antler shape with newspaper, I found aluminium foil way more easier to manipulate.  Once I was happy with the shape of my antlers I wrapped them with masking tape to secure the offshoots.  After the masking tape I was ready to start the paper mache!

The Im currently waiting for my second layer of paper mache to dry and intend to do four.  I am hanging out for my RDO on friday to be able to finish it! 

Have a great start to your week!
Kimberlee xx:)xx

Some crafty inspiration this Friday...

I love grey.  It is the perfect accompaniment to every colour of wool I have.  Its hard not to like it when its paired with lush brights or muted pastels.
Im slowly making my way through a granny square crochet blanket to fit snugly on my bed, although I have been losing inspiration with the hot summer weather we have been having in Queensland.  I became interested in granny squares from a book & website by Pip Lincolne.  She is fantastically thrifty, crafty and kooky which I love! You can find some granny square help & inspiration from Pip here.   I followed Pip's step-by-step instructions but found if I needed some more help getting a particular stitch right it was great to watch a youtube a video.  So as you can see I am still in my early days of crocheting but I am enjoying every minute!

Have a great weekend!
Kimberlee xx:)xx