Crafts Unleashed

Bowdabra Products on Consumer Crafts

We’ve got some exciting news from our sponsor, Consumer Crafts- a new member of the Bowdabra family has arrived! Sure, we’ve carried the original Bowdabra, the Mini Bowdabra, and the Bowdabra Bow Wire, but now we’re carrying the new Bowdabra Hair Bow Tool and Ruler!
It’s meant to be used with the Mini Bowdabra to make [...]

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Mini Bowdabra Review and How to Make a Loopy Bow

The Mini Bowdabra is one of my favorite bow-making tools.  I have been using both the  Mini Bowdabra and the original Bowdabra for several years to create bows for seasonal themed crafts, wedding bows, hair bows, and kid crafts.  Â
When purchasing the Mini Bowdabra I would recommend purchasing the Bowdabra Bow Wire.  The Bowdabra Bow [...]

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Patriotic Crafts: Star Spangled Lantern

I have to admit that this wasn’t my original idea- I saw a project on Martha Stewart’s blog that used butterfly punch cut-outs on a purchased paper lantern and I thought it was super cute. I was tickled, too, because ConsumerCrafts.com sells these fabulous battery-operated paper lanterns for cheap- only $6.00 for a set of [...]

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Patriotic Crafts: Little Sparkler Earrings

Memorial Day feels like it was just yesterday, and Independence Day is right around the corner. What could be better to wear on the 4th of July than little sparkly star earrings that show your patriotism? You can whip these up in a snap- and they are so inexpensive, they make great hostess and party [...]

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Patriotic Crafts: 4th of July Wreath

The Mini Bowdabra is one of my favorite bow- making tools.  It  works great not only with ribbon but floral picks, as well.  Using my handy bow making tool I was able to make a very festive 4th of July Wreath.
Materials Needed:

BOW2100 Mini  Bowdabra
BOW3040 Bowdabra Bow Wire
Darice Finishing Accents or ribbon of your choice
GPV12 12 [...]

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Patriotic Craft: Stars in July Mug Hanger

As we prepare for the 4th of July I am reminded how fortunate I am to live in the USA!  I wanted to create something special for this time of year that would not only be in celebration of this special holiday, but that would reflect the pride I feel for my country by being [...]

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