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10 fun ways to use twine on your projects


Twine is such a fun way to add a bit of texture and a pop of colour to a project without adding bulk. Here are some ideas on how you can utilise twine on your projects. :)

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Double page spread for Maya Road/Simple Stories Swap

1. Tie across your photos for a decorative edge.

This is a great way to create unity and cohesiveness between pages on a double page spread.


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Sail away on  carefree day

2. Use it on a tag on a card.

Loop your twine for a decorative finish.

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Shabby chic magnet

3. Let it be part of your embellishment cluster.

Add a little twine to create texture and interest on your embellishment cluster.

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Join me for afternoon tea

4. Wrap your package with twine.

Plain old (recycled) brown paper packaging looks a whole lot better with twine and a little tag.:)

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An obsession with frames

5. Use your twine for a photo banner.

Create a fun photo banner with twine. :)

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Altered box for Maya Road/Xyron Swap

6. Try making a  "twine on a spool" embellishment.

Such a simple way to add a whimsical element on your project.

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Baby Boy Paper Bag for LESSology

7. Braid your twine to make paper bag handles.

Customize your paper bag handles to match your decorated paper bag.

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The lazy person's wreath

8. Use it to make a decorative wreath.

It is time-consuming but totally worth the end results.:)

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When art imitates life

9 Use them in multiple rows for a cool textured border.

Try 2 different colours of twine for a "patterned" paper look.

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The 5 minute Christmas card

10. Create a mini wreath on a card.

Twirl some twine into a circle and you have yourself a cute "wreath" in seconds. Perfect for a 5 minute Christmas card.


There you have it....10 fun ways to use twine on your projects. What is your fave way of using twine?


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7 comments:

1 Julie Tucker-Wolek said...

You always ROCK everything! I LOVE these ideas!!!!!!!!

2 Annette Allen said...

your an amazing designer. I love all the different mediums you use and always so colorful.. Love it

3 Lynn said...

Thanks for the fine twine ideas. I especially like the braided twine bag handle.

4 StirYourCreativity said...

Your different ways of using things always makes me think of using my supplies in different ways.

5 Lisa said...

Your tips are fabulous, as always!! All of the projects are stunning!! Have a great day!! Big hugs :)

Lisa
A Mermaid's Crafts

6 Audrey Pettit said...

Twine is still one of my absolute favorite embellishments! Love your projects and all your fabulous ideas! TFS!

7 Cindy deRosier said...

Great ideas! I don't use twine as often as I should. It's so versatile!

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