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How to Make Paper Tassels

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Hey lovelies!  Ready to make some paper tassels?  I love these things.  I can put therm on any gift box to give it a little bit more flair.  They’re super easy to make and we’ve got a template for you to help speed things along if you need them quickly.  Check out the tutorial!

For this DIY, you’ll need:

  • Cardstock
  • Paper Tassel Template (optional)
  • Paper cutting board
  • Scissors
  • Tape or craft glue
  • Ruler
  • Pencil

Paper tassel suppliesI’m going to show you how to create the template from scratch; but if you’re running low on time, feel free to download the template here.

Step 1:

Draw a horizontal line, lengthwise, in the center of the paper.

Step 2:

From the edge of the paper and 1/2 inch in, draw a vertical line down.  Repeat this step on the opposite end as well.

Step 3:

Look down at your paper, and make sure it’s laying horizontally.  Erase the small line that starts at the edge and meets the vertical line you just drew.

Step 4:

Now cut along all your lines.  You should now have 2 sections.  Each section will become one tassel.

Step 5:

Take one of those sections and begin cutting slits that are about 1/8″ wide, vertically up from the bottom.  I eyeballed this, but you can draw guidelines before cutting if you want it precise.  I’ve drawn a guideline to mark how high up I wanted to cut.  Just be sure not to cut too far up.  Leave about 1/2″ from the top.  Cut the slits all the way down to the end of the paper.  Repeat this with the other cardstock cutout.

Step 6:

Gently fold down the thin, top piece and tape it securely.  But be sure not to crease it.  You want it to be more of “loop” than a “fold.”

Step 7:

Starting from the end with the folded flap, begin rolling it around itself to form the tassel.  Be sure to roll it tightly and tape it securely at the end.  If you don’t like the length of the tassel, cut as much off as you want from the bottom.

And that’s it!  Style these tassels on a gift box for a friend or create fun garland with them for party decorations.

Be sure to share this post if you like it!

How to Make Paper Tassels was last modified: March 27th, 2017 by SparkandChemistry
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DIY Party Backdrop using Paper Plates

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This is probably the easiest photo backdrop you will ever make!  Grab a handful of party plates for your Valentine’s day party, and create this simple, ombre backdrop in less than 5 minutes!

Supplies:

  • 9 Inch paper plates
  • Scotch tape (or any wall-safe tape)
  • Level (optional)

Step 1:

Starting at the bottom, begin taping the plates to the wall.  Use a small piece of tape at the back to secure.  Overlap the plates side-by-side to create a seamless look.

Step 2:

Continue taping the plates to the wall, filling gaps in between each one.  Use a level if necessary to ensure that each row is level and straight.

Grab your party props and start taking a few pictures!  This colorful backdrop is sure to welcome your guests at your next Valentine’s Day party.  Share this post if you like it!

DIY Party Backdrop using Paper Plates was last modified: March 27th, 2017 by SparkandChemistry
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Fabric Snack Cups

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I wanted to make these adorable and uniquely shaped snack cups out of fabric. You can use these for a kids party with their favorite superhero or perhaps Disney-themed fabric in an array of colors. This does take a little bit of time, but the great thing is that you can let the fabric dry and take care of other things, like finding the best youtube playlist for the party, in the meantime.

The best thing about these snack cups though is that they can be used to make your next movie night at home feel like a trip to the cinema! We love sitting together as a family to watch films together, but no movie night is complete without some tasty snacks.

In fact, we are actually in the process of planning a movie night with all the family next weekend! You see we have just upgraded our cable package and we now have so many amazing movie channels to get stuck into. As much as we love watching TV on demand using platforms like Netflix, there is still something really special about flicking through the channels on cable to find something for everyone to watch.

Furthermore, according to recent statistics, more households than ever before now own a TV and so the TV companies really have to step up their offerings to make sure that there is plenty of new shows and films to keep everyone entertained. If you would like more information about cable tv statistics click here. What are some of your favorite things to watch? We will watch pretty much anything, but Disney films always go down well.

Anyway, enough about TV for now! Let us teach you how to make these awesome snack cups.

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Supplies:

  • Pieces of fabric
  • Fabric Stiffener
  • Plastic cups
  • Large Bowl
  • Paper towels or damp cloth

This is one of those project that have a tendency to get a bit messy. Start by protecting your surface with wax paper or working on a surface you don’t mind getting a little messy.

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Lay the fabric over top of the plastic cup and center it so that all sides are touching the surface. Cut around the fabric, if there is too much. You only need it to be enough fabric to This may mean that you have to cut off a strip of fabric if there is too much excess around the sides. I had an 18 x 18 inch piece and ended up cutting off about a 4 inch strip to get the right size.

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Pour about a cup of fabric stiffener in a large bowl. Dip the fabric in the bowl while completely saturating the fabric. Keep a damp towel handy to clean up any mess. Try not to wring the fabric, instead slide your fingers down the fabric gently to remove the excess stiffener.

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Drape the fabric back over the cup. Be sure to shape the fabric exactly how you want it. When the fabric stiffens it will be nearly impossible to manipulate. Let the fabric dry according to manufacturer instructions. For this DIY, I found that it takes at least a few hours for it to completely dry. Use a small fan to help speed up the process if you’re in a hurry.

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Once the fabric is dry, it will be very stiff. Cut around the edge of the fabric to give the rim, the shape you desire. These fabric cups have a freeform look, so you don’t have to be too precise with this.

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If you’re concerned about food safety, you can line the fabric cups with wax paper or paper towels. They are not reusable, but they can make a great statement at any party! Comment below and let us know what you think!

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Fabric Snack Cups was last modified: April 5th, 2017 by SparkandChemistry
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How to Cook Pancakes in a Crock-Pot

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Through a fun bit of trial and error I figured out a neat and easy way I could cook my  Saturday or Sunday morning brunch- which always includes pancakes.  So this time, I attempted to cook my pancakes in a slow cooker.  For a wedding present my husband and I received a mini slow cooker that has worked wonders for small meals and those days when I don’t really feel like slaving over the stove, but wanted a nice meal.  Breakfast is no different.  While you’re cooking up the meats, eggs, and other breakfast items, you can free your hands by utilizing your slow cooker to whip up a batch of delicious pancakes.  And by “pancakes” I mean pan “cake.”  Yep, one giant pancake from which the whole table can share (depending on the size of your slow cooker, of course).
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This is a relatively easy way of cooking, as is all meals using a slow cooker.  You pour in your mixture and wait.  But for blogging’s sake, I’ll give you an easy recipe to follow.  If you’re using boxed pancake batter, I’m pretty sure a delicious recipe will be placed on the back of the box.  For this mixture I used Bisquick, and while it’s not my favorite, it still was very delicious.  How much batter you use will be dependent on the size of your slow cooker.
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With my mini slow cooker, I could probably have fed about 3 people with this batch.  Plug it in and let it heat on low.  This may vary a bit, as no two slow cookers work exactly the same.  I used, 2 cups of the pancake mix, 1 cup of milk, 2 eggs, 3 tablespoons of sugar, 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil, and a tiny dash of vanilla.  Add in blueberries, chocolate chips, cinnamon or any other ingredient you’d like to spice it up a bit.
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Stir the mixture very well and pour it into your slow cooker.   Note that the cooking time may vary depending on your slow cooker.  I let mine cook on medium for about 45 minutes to an hour.  Yeah, it’s about an hour or so- they don’t call it a slow cooker for no reason.  But hey, it looks pretty and presents well at a party or brunch with friends.  I constantly checked the batter making sure it was cooking evenly.  When you feel that it’s ready, stick a knife or toothpick in the center.  If it comes out clean, it’s done.

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It took a little bit of trial and error, but I wanted it to be browned on all sides, and not burnt.  I did enjoy the slight crunch of the edges when biting into a slice.  Try cooking it on low if you’re nervous about the top and sides burning.  Some of the higher end slow cookers will probably give you a better result.

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Slice your pancake into sections for finger food, add powdered sugar or pair it with strawberries.  Have you tried this method before?  Let us know in the comments below and share it with your friends!

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How to Cook Pancakes in a Crock-Pot was last modified: March 27th, 2017 by SparkandChemistry
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