Trees and Dreams

Jan 15, 2013

Fonts, letters, text

Fonts and letters are endless inspiration for me in my craft work. There are number of sites you can download various font types for free. Look at this links, eg: 1001freefonts.com dafont.com fontzone.net But there is a script I like very much, although it is not in use any more: Glagolitic alphabet. Look on the pictures how the letters...

Singer machine cabinet makeover

Some time ago I was lucky to get the 100 years old Singer machine cabinet - some aquintances didn't recognize its beauty adn were happy to give it to me. Some wooden parts were not in a very good condition, but I wasn't worried, I saw the hidden beauty of the cabinet. First of all, I decided not to replace the veneer that was in...

Dec 27, 2012

Secretaire desk makeover

Secretaire desk after makeover Secretaire desk before makeover Furniture makeover is one of my favourite hobbies. In today's consumer society we tend to throw away things, buy new, then throw them easily, ... I prefer to makeover things and personalize them. This secretaire desk is one of pieces I refurbished...

Dec 23, 2012

How to enlarge fonts in Microsoft Word

Text, letters, signs - we use them in many forms and sizes. There are numerous font types on internet. But how to make large stencils or print very large fonts? It is rather easy to accomplish. Here are some tips and tricks for Microsoft Word. Enlarge text using font size This is very simple. Type a text,...

Dec 18, 2012

How to easy make fritters

Sometimes very simple recepies make a difference. These fritters are one of them. The taste is rather neutral, so they can be combined well with cream, aivar, chutney or marmelade and chocolate. I love them most with plum jam. And even the beginners can make them easily. ...

How to personalize (almost) everything

Letters come in many shapes, sizes, colors. There are number of letter types as well. I am familiar with Latin and Cyrillic, unfortunately not with others. But any of them are great to personalize gifts, decorate home, design jewerly, there are endless possibilities, why not to use them. Letters on thousand ways Find...

Dec 2, 2012

How to wrap gifts for Christmas

Went to the city center this morning - Christmas decoration everywhere, large Christmas tree on the main square, stands with Gluhwein, sausages, decoration, gifts placed in nearby streets. How can I not think on gifts - what to make, what to buy, how to wrap (and upcycle)? Old magazine + burlap = Gift wrapping Old magazines...

Gift wrapping for Christmas, birthdays, wedding, love

Holiday season started and these days we are thinking more and more about the New Year's Eve and Christmas. And, of course, gifts for our family, friends, loved ones. I am always much more excited to see if I chose the right gift, whether it brought joy to my loved ones, than looking forward to unwrap mine. Wrapping gift...

Nov 14, 2012

Chalkboard everywhere

Last few weeks I became a 'chalkboard' freak. Refurbished kitchen using chalkboard paint, then made a frame for notes (you can find this tut in my post here) , painted inner sides of desk's doors. And found this awesome tutorial how to make chalkboard wrapping paper . I love the possibilities...

Nov 11, 2012

DIY shabby chalkboard frame

A couple of weeks ago I got few wooden picture frames from my neighbor and decided to make chalk board. Yes, we all have mobile phones, send text messages and emails, but I recognized the advantages of the old-fashioned chalk board near the entrance door - hubby can't have excuse now: 'I forgot my glasses, couldn't read the...