May Arts’ selection of ribbon is so diverse. They offer a selection from cute and fun, vintage, modern and everything in between! Today I’m showcasing the modern side of May Arts, with my version of bold, graphic barely sewn placemats. I picked up two clearance packages of placemats at a sewing distribution center, all together, […]
Category Archives: Sewing / Notions
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May
May
This is a tutorial showing how to ruche ribbon. May Arts ribbon is hand sewn and gathered making petal-like pleats. This trim can be used to create flower embellishments for quilts, cards almost anything! Blog post by: Leah Farrar-White Check out our Disney Birthday Giveaway for a chance to win!
04
May
May
Hello out there! Jess here today with a little something for the wee ones. I am on my way to a sweet baby girl right now and my closest friend will be having her baby boy in about two weeks. Add another few pregnant friends in there and we could pretty much start our own […]
03
May
May
I thought I would show you these super cute dolls that my 9 year old daughter and I made this last weekend. I got this great Simplicity Pattern #1900 and followed the pattern instructions for the doll and the clothing. The fun really started when we were making the clothing and we pulled out a […]
05
Apr
Apr
Welcome back to the May Arts blog. The winter doldrums are beginning to give way to the first signs of spring.  Spring and summer are traditional times for weddings. We have two on the horizon in our family so my mind has been focused on some of the items that we could make to help […]
03
Apr
Apr
During the summer months, I love to head to a local park, spread out a blanket and enjoy a summer picnic. So that my picnics will be a stylish affair this year, I’ve created a fun project… Here’s what you’ll need to make your own charming Picnic Basket:  A woven basket with a hinged lid. […]
29
Mar
Mar
This video will show you how to create a card using an adorable Sweet Shop Stamp paired with many luscious May Arts Ribbons. Â Using the May Arts 1/8″ silk ribbon I demonstrate the french knot on patterned paper to create some real EYE CANDY! Â I hope you enjoy! Ribbons Used: SK silk pink, red, lavender […]
26
Mar
Mar
Miniature cards are a fun way to drop someone a quick note to say you are thinking about them. They can be tucked into a present or added to a flower arrangement. For this tutorial I have a made a mini card with a custom envelope that will put a smile on anyone’s face. The […]
01
Mar
Mar
Hello, Larissa here and today I wanted to share a really fun way to use some repurposed items to make your very own Pin Cushion. I have used a Mini Tea Cup that I found at my local Thrift/Antique store and only spent about $3.00 I then used other items that I had laying around […]
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Feb
Feb
Are you like me and always reading two or three books at a time and always looking for a bookmark to mark your page? Well, I’ve got a quick and easy Ribbon Bookmark project to share with you today that will make your life easier and add a little style to your books. You’ll need […]
