Use rub-on transfers to embellish items. Make the rub-ons at home using transparency sheets to not only save money but also to customize your own designs. Once the design prints on the transparency sheet, an object such as a Popsicle stick releases the image from the sheet to the object you wish to embellish.
A wonderful citrus-y that holds an amazing refreshing and skin-tightening power: here's how to make the infamous Rub Rub Rub scrub by Lush!
Sometimes you just can’t find a rub-on that works for the project you have in mind, so why don’t you create it yourself? Supplies Needed: One transparency (Ink jet used here as I have a…
It’s still March for a few more days, but it’s totally cool if we start sharing Easter ideas…right?!? Good! Because we just can’t hide these adorable Liquid Watercolor + Rubbing Alcohol Easter Bunnies any longer! They are just too cute…too magnificent…and too magical not to share. I came across this fabulous process art activity from […]
A kids' classic... leaf rubbing collages!
Leaf rubbing activity - a STEM project for kids from preschool to teens! Make leaf prints with tracing, foil, wax paper, crayons & pastels!
Ditch the chemicals that have been linked to skin irritation and cancer, and use this easier, safer dupe instead. Make my better than Vicks Vapor Rub!
How To Apply Furniture Transfers | Rub On Method
How to Get Rid of Water Rings on FurnitureHere is a great tip for you via Centsational Girl! If you want to get rid of a water ring on your coffee table, simply rub some mayo into the ring and wait at least four hours. Bye-bye water ring!View This Tutorial
Learn how to make a DIY Warming Muscle Rub for sore, aching joints and muscles using natural, healthy ingreidents.
PRINTMAKING WITH KIDS + LAKESHORE LEARNING REVIEW
Day 26: Today's topic - rubbings. I admit I've never taken a rubbing of a cover, but I have taken impressions of plenty of stencils, shoe bottoms, anaglypta, and gravestones. The manhole covers in my town are not that interesting, and there are lots of hard edges which will likely...
Make your own aloe vera gel and be ready for the summer sun! Aloe vera gel is so soothing, but I don't care for the chemicals that are in it. So, if you want a homemade aloe vera gel that is chemical free, keep reading to learn step by step instructions. How to make aloe vera gel is a snap with these tips.
16 Household Tips to Make Life Easier..clever ideas that will take the stress out of your day. Easy and affordable hacks that you will love!
This simple leaf rubbing project is a new twist on an old favorite. This leaf art takes simple materials and a few minutes to create this bold nature art!
How To Add Transfers On Painted Furniture
Gail at Can’t Stop Making Things, has posted a tutorial on making your own rub-ons using craft items you most likely already own. She even includes a free image download! Click here to go to …
DIY sore muscle rub w/ essential oils --> all natural, deep-penetrating, works quickly, & smells sooooo much better than store bought rubs.
A tale of an IAEA Student Chapter Roundtable Presentation. [flickr id=”6463833451″ thumbnail=”medium” overlay=”true” size=”original” group=”” align=”none”] Before the IAEA Conference, my colleague in the Art Education MAT program, Keli Campbell, and I applied to present at the IAEA Student Chapter Roundtable. Our main interest and goal was to present a demonstration and lesson plan idea on Collagraph Printing. [flickr id=”6463825895″ thumbnail=”medium” overlay=”true” size=”original” group=”” align=”none”] What is Collagraphy? Collagraphy is a print-making process where various materials are glued to a hardboard to create a raised texture. The collaged collagraph plate can then be printed with a press or by hand with a roller. [flickr id=”6463828383″ thumbnail=”medium_640″ overlay=”true” size=”original” group=”” align=”center”] A few examples of various materials that can be used for Collagraph textures are: leaves, seeds, string (hemp), acrylic paint, crushed paper, bubble rap, sandpaper, cardboard, grass, and many others...
This texture rubbing art matching game is a great rainy day indoor activity for the kids. Make texture rubbings all over your home to play.
This color spray, science through art activities for kids is a really fun way to take a look at how color spreads.
In this tutorial I’m going to show you how I used a blazer from a thrift store to make a blazer pattern. This is useful when you want to recreate a garment you already have, but you don’t want to destroy the garment in the process. So here’s what we’re starting with. I found this...Read More
This kid friendly vapor rub will help your child breathe easier without the harmful ingredients that other vapor rubs contain. Years ago, I shared my original vapor rub recipe with everyone and I didn't mention that it was only for ages 10 and over... because I didn't know that some essential oils are not safe for kids under 10 years! I now realize that essential oils need to be used safely, and that post has since been updated. I now only recommend that recipe for ages 10 years and over. However, that left me in need of a kid friendly
Learn these 25+ ways to use fruit powders to extend the life of dehydrated fruits and elevate everyday foods to something wonderful!
Making this Vapor Chest Rub is going to be a lifesaver for your family. Vapor Rub is easy to make, but it also smells really good!
Glass rub-on transfers are a quick way to add to a personalized touch to any room. There’s no need to search high and low for the right design or image. Glass transfers are simple to make at home – all it takes is clear copier transparencies, an ink jet printer, hairspray and fine-mist hair gel.
Ok, so here is the skinny on the Rub n' Buff. I've had lots of questions about how to use Rub n' Buff on furniture, so I'm gonna give you all the know-how I got!! There are actually several techniques I have tried that work well. First off here is what you need Rub n' Buff metallic wax. It comes in several different colors. If I'm using Rub n' Buff on a relatively small area, like the arms or legs of a chair, the legs of a table, frames, hardware, etc. I'll just squeeze a big blob of Rub n' Buff on an old T-shirt and rub it on that way. Wait for it to dry, then go back and buff it with a clean cloth to make it shine. Usually this will do the trick on smaller areas. On large areas like the tops and sides of dressers and desks, or large table tops, filling a spray bottle with Liquid Deglosser is the best way to go. It extends the drying time of the Rub n' Buff so you don't end up blotchy. I have found that Liquid Deglosser works better than paint thinner. Don't ask me why... it just does. No need to worry. It doesn't degloss your finish in the end. You can pick it up at Lowe's When working on large furniture pieces, after filling a spray bottle with Deglosser, spray the surface you are working on lightly. You don't need to cover the entire area, just a light spray here and there will do, then squeeze out large blobs of Rub n' Buff all over the area. Quickly rub the blobs together. Click here to see that "how to" If you don't use the deglosser when doing large areas, you may end up with a splotchy looking finish. **Also, wear latex gloves to keep it off your hands, and it does stink so a paper mask from Lowe's works well. I even found a pack of 12 masks at the dollar store, oh and the spray bottle too. Go figure! If you mess up with your Rub n' Buff you can use paint thinner/ Deglosser to remove it, or paint over it and give it another go! ***DON'T USE THE PAINT TECHNIQUE ON LEATHER** just rub it on with a cloth undiluted. I have also noticed that some of the colors are harder to work with than others. The Silver Leaf and the gold colors are much smoother and easier to work with. I haven't tried all the colors yet, but I'll try and put together another post to fill you in on all that too! Hope this has helped! If you still have questions or are having trouble, feel free to give me a shout. Maybe I can help. ***UPDATE, UPDATE*** I've done a new post Rub n' Buff desk makeover and another... Rub n' Buff over painted furniture ***UPDATE, UPDATE*** Also... spoke with the good people at Rub n' Buff and they advised that Rub n' Buff can oxidize and change color a bit when used in high humidity climates (like Florida). A sealer should be used, and a water based Varathane sealer was recommended . (However, I use spray Polyurethane, and have had no problems) ****UPDATE, UPDATE**** Also see Rub n' Buff Q & A Smiles! ~Renew Redo~
Here are 30 brilliant crafts you can do with sharpies. Get creative and make something beautiful and unique today.
I have a new favorite crafting project! I painted some tiles with Sharpies and Rubbing Alcohol and the outcome is crazy good! This project is super easy, esp…
This simple leaf rubbing project is a new twist on an old favorite. This leaf art takes simple materials and a few minutes to create this bold nature art!
natural essential oil remedy that helps open sinuses, clear congestion, relieve headache, soothe aches, and help get a great night's sleep.
