Wednesday 28 August 2013

Crafts and Projects With Jacquard Ribbon

There seems to be a rather growing trend these days for people to take on crafts and do it yourself projects, from making jewelry to your own clothing and accessories. The many crafts and projects that are out there may seem overwhelming, and you may find yourself wondering where to start, or what your forte may be in the crafting world. There are so many to choose from, including beadwork where you can make your own intricate earrings, necklaces, and bracelets, or crocheting or knitting your own beautiful scarves and shawls. What if you were making your own headbands and belts? There are so many sorts of crafts you can do, it may seem a bit overwhelming!

What if you could start with a beautiful piece of jacquard ribbon, which is simply a fabric of intricate design that is usually quite beautiful and unique in that the pattern is not merely stamped onto the fabric of the ribbon, but the fabric has had a pattern woven directly into it. This makes it uniquely a Jacquard fabric, and there are many ways to incorporate Jacquard ribbons into crafts and projects you may wish to undertake.

The Different Kinds of Craft Stamps

All of your stamps can be used for different types of crafts Knowing what you can do with each kind of stamp will help you to know what you should be purchasing for your craft.

Clear Stamps with Acrylic blocks: Clear stamps are becoming more and more popular. These clear stamps will stick to your acrylic block making is easy to have precise placement when stamping. They are usually sold as sets so you get more stamps for your money. They also come in a protective case that makes it easy to store and organize them.

Wooden Mounted Rubber: These stamps will give you the best detailed images when you use them. They are deep etched and are ideal for stamping on soft surfaces like fabric. These stamps are supplies ready to use in a wide variety of different styles.