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Hello Friends

Sonika this side back again on Prika blog with a lovely Friday craft inspiration for you all.

I create a home decor panel on mdf base, as the season of love going on so I think make a panel for the name of friendship because we all know “ jaha dosti waha pyar” endless love .

List of Supplies used:

# Immix Heavy Gesso White

# Immix chalk paints — Azure,smoky black, maya blue

# Itsy Bitsy Stash

# Dress my craft butterflies

# prima redesign moulds

# Sakura air-dry clay

# Expressions craft stencil

# Immix texture paste

# Dadarkar arts glass gliter

# Plain mdf panel

So here is the step by step tutorial of this panel

Step:1. Take the plain mdf panel and coat it with heavy white gesso.

Step:2. Add textures using stencil and texture paste. I used Immix crackle texture paste on the corner of panel

Step:3. After during finishing texture, I coloured the panel with Immix chalk paint with the help of a roller brush which gives the panel more texture effect . I tried to colour it darker to lighter randomly.

Step:4. Then I went ahead to stick some natural sisal on the panel, after then arrange some wooden sticks on it ,adhere some brown and green moss randomly on between sticks and side of sticks.

Step:5. Emblished it with cute butterflies .

Step:6. Then I arranged some mould buds on the panel which I created with the help of sakura vilay and prima redesgien moulds.

Step:7. Now intresting part came for giving it a more wow effect, I used prima waxes here and there and give to more personal touch and last step adhered beautiful sentiment on it that is from timholtz ideology.

Tadaa!!!! My friendship panel ready

Hope u guys liked this tutorial and try making the same…do share your creations with me..and feel free to connect if case of any queries…

Hope you enjoyed today’s inspiration.

Sonika Agarwal

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Hello Crafty Peeps,

This is DT member Jaishree this side. With valentines day closing up on us, I am sure everyone is busy preparing for gifts for their loved ones. But, what about the box or packaging of the gifts? Worry not, I’m here for your rescue! Here’s a video tutorial on how you can make a shabby chic gift box in no time.

Let’s dig in!

Some close up pictures:

Quick List of Supplies Used:

# Expressions Craft Heavy Gesso White

# Prima marketing Love story Paper pack

# Prima Marketing Amelia rose flowers

# DMC mini rose buds and pollens (pink)

# White Lace

# Mudra leaves chipboard

# Clay molds

# Jet Black Archival Ink pad mini

# Hero arts dauber

# DMC Micro mini Pearl beads

# Little birdie soft matte gel

Hope you enjoyed this easy peezy tutorial and are inspired to make your own gift boxes.

Until Next Time,

Happy Crafting

Jaishree

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Hello Craftpreneurs,

Let’s begin this month of love with some more amazing stories of awesome creative crafters around us… We bring you …”Craft Enthusiast of the Week : Sonika Agarwal ” based from Vellore…and feels that crafting got infused to her from her grandmother who were always and inspiration for her to learn something creative… and now a lawyer turned crafter spread her creative work through her all variations of crafting….There’s lot more to know about her journey and her passion for crafting in her own words…as well as some of her amazing projects she had worked upon!

This is what Sonika speaks about her journey as a crafter and her story of being a craftpreneur….

Hello Everyone,

My name is Sonika Agarwal. I am from Vellore, Tamil Nadu and have a crafty venture named Albela craft by sonika . Since my childhood days I had interest in art and craft activities.By qualification I am a lawyer but my passion towards art and craft never leaves me anywhere under any circumstances.My parents ,my in-laws family and my husband have always encouraged me and been a great support system throughout my journey. I have two little girls who are like fairies of my life and at this age of 10 years and 6 years they are supporting me to another extend.

How it’s all started? (My Crafting Journey!)

Crafting is in my blood as it is gifted to me by my dadi (grand mother) and my mother who teach me many craft related things like knitting , embroidery and paintings

What Inspired me?

Well, Inspiration comes when you are associated with the people who encourage your work. I would like to thank my close friends who are always behind my success as well as mention one particular name that is UMA DIDWANIA. My family members always encourage and support me, which gives me confidence to reach next level. Prika is also a major source of inspiration.

My Most Favourite Crafts of All?

Well, It just difficult question to answer, but I like Alteration and Mixed Media. It is so satisfying to see once the project is completed. All your hard work is waved off when you see “Wow effect” on your project.

My style of crafting?

Well, there is no particular style for me, since I try to create different things
with different materials. I consider myself still in learning phase.

My Future Plans?

Well, I just wanted to spread more smiles with my crafty skill. It is so wonderful to gift someone your hand made gift, and say it’s made by me and the smile on their face is all the reward I want. In future would like to conduct workshop for the people who would love to learn. I would also like to increase my craft skills as much as I can.

Message for all Crafters!

A very simple tip to all fellow crafter is to always give try to a new thing. I recommend my fellow Crafters to get inspired from others and make it in your way or style . Don’t try to copy it just bring it in your own way and always make your project with love.

At last I want to say all people do whatever you love to do and always try to do something new. Enjoy Crafting!!!!!

You can reach out to “Sonika Agarwal” and “Albela Craft by Sonika” on below social media platforms:

https://www.facebook.com/AlbelaCraftBySonika/

https://www.instagram.com/albelacraftbysonika///

https://pin.it/eromdujeyu6in2

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Hello friends,

Hope all are crafting great.

Vaishali here on Prika’s blog as ‘Craft Enthusiast of the Week’ and here’s the Friday Inspiration project from my side.

I enjoy altering objects to create utility products and Embroidery Hoop is one such object that has immense possibilities to create. In the past, I have made a fabric clock using the hoop. Have a look ….

This time I have altered the embroidery hoop to make an interesting décor piece, that can be used as a wall light too!!!

And the best part…it needs minimal supplies:

# Embroidery hoop — 24 cm diameter around 9 inch. You can take the size you like.

# Circular, clear acrylic cut out. It’s diameter should be same as the inner ring of the embroidery hoop.

# Decoupage napkin.

# Decoupage glue and varnish.

# Chipboard shapes of your liking.

# Flowers for embellishment.

# Fiber paste of Itsy Bitsy.

# Chalk paint and gold acrylic color to highlight.

# Silicon glue.

Excited to know how it’s made…here’s a step wise picture tutorial

Select the decoupage napkin of your choice. Any good German decoupage napkin is 3 ply…meaning it has one printed layer and two white layers. Separate the layers and use only the printed layer for decoupage.

The napkin will be decoupaged on the circular acrylic piece. Acrylic piece can be procured from any local acrylic shop.

I have used the Decomagic Decoupage Glue from Itsy Bitsy to adhere the napkin, using the reverse decoupage technique. As the acrylic piece is plain, you can assume any one side as front. Now on the back side, decoupage the napkin face down. Whenever you decoupage a bigger piece of napkin like here, work in parts, gradually moving from one end to other. Apply minimal glue, making sure you cover the surface. Too much glue may tear your napkin while adhering. Press gently, avoiding creases.

Cut the overhangs, using medium density sand paper- number 150. Sand paper is easily available in any local paint or hardware store. Sand paper gives fine cut edges. Now apply a top coat of decoupage glue over the adhered napkin. This is done to seal the paper, making it water resistant and archival..meaning it does not yellow with times.

This is how it looks from front. You can add a backing of white, if the print is too light.

Now it’s the time to work on the hoop. I have applied fiber paste on the outer ring of the hoop, to add some texture.

Once the paste dries, highlight the fibers by rubbing gold acrylic paint with hand. As you see, I have left the inner ring of hoop natural, the way it is. The inner ring is not going to be seen. Fit the rings into each other and the hoop is ready for the next step.

Adhere the decoupage acrylic piece on the hoop matching it with the inner ring. The diameter of acrylic piece and inner hoop ring are same. I have used silicon glue from Itsy Bitsy for this as it’s an easy to use strong glue and sticks all types of materials with ease.

It’s time to embellish now….fun time !!! However remember the composition and colours chosen play a huge role in the look of your project. I have primarily used some chipboard shapes and flowers to embellish and adhered everything using silicon glue on the front side of acrylic.

The chipboard shapes were pre primed, so directly coloured them with chalk paint- tattered lace, using a sponge.

Finally dry brushed everything with gold acrylic paint to create oneness. Have covered the top metal part of hoop with a piece of lace and a burlap butterfly. Varnish the entire project with water based décor varnish from Itsy Bitsy. Here’s the final look.

Craft is a form of expression…the mushrooms in the project say-Sprout new ideas and Be grounded. Observing them is like drawing attention towards the little things in everyday life….Little things, that can bring great joy !!!

This decoupaged décor piece can be used as wall light as well. You can use a strip light and attach it to the hoop ring, from the back side. The light effect is very interesting.

Close ups:

You can select the napkin colour and design to match your décor. Hope you liked the hoop of light, that is sure to enhance the wall space.

It’s great to be sharing this project with you all on the Prika blog.

Happy Crafting

Create, Express, Enjoy !!!

Vaishali Khandwala

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Hello Craftprenuers,

We feel so glad to connect so many creative crafter’s around us and growing ascrafting community…which also allows us to get to know so many hard working creative person around us…and so this is how we met this lovely crafter from jaipur.…”Craft Enthusiast of the Week : Kanika Jain” who we feel was always inspired to pursure something very creative in her life…being a Fashion Designer in past and now turned into a full time crafter…Let’s het to know more about her journey and her passion for crafting in her own words.….as well as some of her amazing projects she had worked upon!

This is what Kanika speaks about her journey as a crafter and her story of being a craftpreneur….

Hello everyone,

Kanika here from Handmade By Kanika. I am a Fashion Designer turned into a full time Crafter. I have done several shows in past & showcased my work at an International Level Fashion Show as well in 2018.

My craft journey started when I was in school & I use to participate in all the events related to craft work & was always admired for my work. After completing my schooling’s I decided to start my journey with my own brand so initially I did many courses related to Paper Crafting, Wedding & Trousseau Packing. So I started to work from 2014 & started with Wedding & trousseau packing & thereafter did Paper Crafting by making Cards,Albums,Envelopes etc. Then I started doing Mix Media,Journals. In 2018 I started with my own You Tube Channel named Kanak Jaipur where I share DIY Tutorials, unboxing craft supplies, reviewing craft products. In October 2018 I Joined as a DESIGN TEAM Member for Expressions Craft.

How it’s all started? (My Crafting Journey!)

I started to craft when I was in school & I was a child, I use to love doing origami & later developed my skills for art & craft. I don’t exactly remember my first step in crafting buy ya I was always fond of creating something new.

What Inspired me?

I take a lot of inspiration from nature, but ya the zeal of making something unique & different always inspired me to craft.

My Most Favourite Crafts of All?

I love all of my projects as I make them whole heartedly.

My style of crafting?

I don’t pursue any specific form for Crafting,I just follow my heart & make the project with the ideas that come in my mind.

My Future Plans?

My future plan is to inspire more & more people towards our industry. I want to teach this form of art that I am pursuing .

Message for all Crafters!

Just be original, don’t copy anyone’s style, develop your own style of work but ya you are free to get inspired from co-crafters but don’t copy, just Follow your mind & heart & you will achieve your goals.

You can reach out to “Kanika Jain” and “Handmade By Kanika” on below social media platforms:

• Handmade By Kanika
• Handmade By Kanika (@handmadebykanika) * Instagram photos and videos

https://in.pinterest.com/kanikajainkj/

Handmade By Kanika

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Hello Friends,

Shylaa this side back again on Prika blog with a lovely friday craft inspiration for you all.

I have altered this plain box into an vintage style gift box…itsn’t it lovely? You can too try out making the same following few quick steps from below. First let’s just begin with all the supplies I have used for making the same.

List of Supplies used:

> Immix Heavy gesso white

> Immix heavy gesso black

> Immix metallic paints — Raw umber & Tuscan red

> Immix deco stones

> Expressions craft stencil

> Immix texture paste

> Papericious lace

> Plain square box

Steps of Making:

Step:1. Take the lid of the square box and coat it with heavy white gesso. Then adhere the lace to the sides of the box.

Step:2.Add textures using stencil and texture paste. Add metal embellishment to the centre. Then dry it with heat gun.

Step:3. Now coat the lid with heavy black gesso and completely dry it.

Step:4. Now coat it with immix Raw umber metallic paint and dab Tuscan red colour randomly.

Step:5. Embellish the box with immix deco stones.

Vintage style gift box is ready

And you can quickly hop onto my Youtube Channel to watch complete steps of making:

Hope you enjoy watching the tutorial and try making the same…do share your creations with me..and feel free to connect if case of any quieries…

Hope you enjoy today’s inspiration.

Shylaa Shree

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Hello Craft Lover’s

We are very excited to share this new with you all!!
We are up with new blog…yes u read it well…a newer platform for you all to engage more for everyday craft inspirations from so many talented crafters around and off course us…

And so, to celebrate this day we have an AWESOME GIVEAWAY for you all who have always been there loving and supporting us.

“Triple the happiness…triples the celebration”

Just follow below simple steps to enrol now:

• FOLLOW US on our Blog:

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- SHARE OUR BLOG LINK and BLOG POST as much as you can on your profile with the setting as “PUBLIC” & also in the relevant CRAFT GROUPS (we will be updating the past post on regular basis)

- TAG your crafty friends to let them know about us or they may just love to join us for more crafty inspirations.

- Help us reach 4K at our Facebook Page

- Once you complete all these steps, comment “DONE” in this post.

What’s in the Giveaway? yes that’s something you all should know…

3 Winner will be announced via random Lucky Draw

👉🏼1st for the maximum share of our blog link and blog post

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Hello Crafty Friends,

I am Kanchan and this is my first entry as well as very first project shared with Prika-All About Crafts Blog Challenge. This is a mix media handmade photo frame with background created from different supplies…

The materials that I have used are as follows :

# Cardstock 280gsm

# Chipboard

# Ranger distress ink -

# Burnt umber

# Spun sugar

# Aqua fusion

# Peeled paint

# Avocoda

# Archival sienna

# Burberry powder paint.

# Camel texture paste

# Stencils of flowers, birds and gometrical shapes

# Metal charm

# 3D stickers.

# White and green pearl

# Pink and green pollens

# Silver thread

# Handmade paper flower and leaves

# Die cuts

# Sponge flower

# Handmade embossed paper.

# Printed papers.

The steps to make the project are as follows:

Step:1. Take a white card stock 12/12

Step:2. Use distress ink and blend it on the entire paper with the colours mentioned in the list.

Step:3. Blow dry the paper with a hair dryer.

Step:4. Take texture paste and make a reddish colour with the help of white texture paste and archival sienna and then use the spatula to design on the card stock with the help of stencils.

Step:5. Then dry it again using a hair dryer.

Step:6. With the help of red and black water colours , give highlights to the texture paints.

Step:7. Tear 3–4 designs of printed papers roughly and make a frame in the centre. Stick a matter or a photograph on it.

Step:8. Embellish it with metal charms, flowers , pearls and 3d stickers.

Hope you like my Project…so share your reviews and leave some love ❤

Have a Great Day!

Happy Crafting!!

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Blog Challenge-May-2018: “Stencils n Backgrounds”

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