Trees and Dreams

Feb 4, 2013

Valentine sugar card

In my believe, it is always better to make cards and gifts by yourself - in that way you show people you do care about them - in the hectic and busy era we live, time is the most precious to give. This card is easy to make, I like to use material I can find at home. Read this simple tutorial how to make Valentine sugar card....

Valentine cards

Valentine day is approaching and although I don't like the commercial pressure of that day, it is nice to dedicate one day to love and friendship. In my country it is not custom to give cards on that day, but as I like cards, I made some - it was fun and easy, and I have plan to make some more. They can be used...

Jan 23, 2013

What to pay attention when buy camera

As a novice in photography, I decided to buy new camera, nothing very expensive but good enough to take quality photos, shoot my projects and learn 'tricks and tips' step-by-step, and one day, when reach better understanding and experience, take something more advanced. So, I started to google - shops, photo sites, forums, first to...

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...