First, the tutorial. We’re in the middle of a whole week of holiday-themed tutorials over on Splitcoast, and this is my offering, a paper pin. I’d played with these a few years ago after seeing some pins that Kelly Purkey made and shared at a Stampin’ Up! convention (see them here) and promptly pushed all the stuff to make them far back into my craft closet. Too much work, I said! So. . . Beate asked if I’d do a tutorial on paper beads and I got all the stuff back out and made a few. They are *much* too horrible to share. Seriously ugly things. I emailed her in a bit of a panic and she said, “Hey, do one of those pins and use UTEE.” And being the sweet person that I am. . . I said, “SURE!”
Here’s the finished pin:
I wrapped it up in a mini pizza box by Jen del Muro:
(which I reinforced with a piece of chipboard covered with patterned paper. I added a square of quilt batting and popped the pin in before tying it up.
I love the dimension here!
I *didn’t* love the burn. Here’s the warning: If you use UTEE and a melting pot (which really does give the best results, in my opinion), follow the directions on the package, be careful! . . . that stuff *hurts*!!
Happy crafting! All supplies are listed here.
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Wow! This is stunning Jen! So sad to see your owie though….burns stink. I hope it heals fast!
WOW! This is BEAUTIFUL! Love it. So sorry about your burn — ouch! Careful chickie!
I want to make these now. Hmmm where can I find UTEE. Shopping anyone?
This pin is stunning and the box totally completes the gift!
This is just awesome Jenn. I love it. I feel so bad for your boo boo. Ouch. That must have hurt. What a great holiday idea. Lovely job. TFS
Dawn B.
Jenn,I’m so sorry you were hurt in the creation of this FABULOUS pin! The UTEE and melting pot truly push the quality to the next level. Its just stunning!
beautiful pin, but ouch! i am sure that starbucks in the background made it feel a little better though… especially if it had whipped cream on top 🙂
Beautiful pin… BUT I am DYING to see the horrible/awful beads…. just a peek from the craft trash bin… PLEASE!
Don’t be embarassed though, I swear some days I have more craft trash than I have successful craft art, that’s why it’s nice to know sometimes other people have craft disasters too!
This is just beautiful, Jenn! I love it!
This is absolutely GORGEOUS, Jenn!! Wow, wow, wow!! (I tried to comment on your tute at SCS, but couldn’t??) Thanks for your wonderful tutorial!!
Oh…and sorry about your burn. Ouch!
Hi Jenn! This pin is beautiful! So sorry you burned your finger…ouch! Thanks for the tutorial on SCS!
(Your new profile pic is gorgeous! Love the one of you and the kids, too!)
So sorry the project gave you a “war wound!” LOL! Wear it with pride because you made a gorgeous project!! I can see why your mom wants it!
WOWIE, Jenn, that pin is FAB-U! The lucky person to get that gorgeously wrapped gift is gonna be thrilled!!! Take care of that blister, girl…ouch! 🙂
That is soooooo beautiful. I love poinsettas. They bring me a fond memory of California.
What is UTTE?
Blessings,
Beth
OUCH!!!!! Reminds me how I always burn myself when using a glue gun. Don’t ask.
The pin is BEAUTIFUL, Jenn!!!
So you used UTTE. Did you use the 3 layers of CS also? Your pin is so inspiring, it is beautiful. I love the affect of the UTTE. Why did you have to use the melting pot? Thank you, Judy
Wow, that pin is breathtaking Jenn! I can’t believe how shiny and fab it looks, awesome!
Wow! What a fabulous pin! It’s amazing! I’m just so sorry you got hurt in the process of making something so beautiful. I’m off to look for your tutorial on SCS. Curious about the melting pot as well. hugs, Jane
Wow! This is gorgeous, Jenn! And so beautifully presented in the coordinating box. Oops…sorry about your finger. Ouch!
HS! That is awesome! Sorry about your boo boo, and thanks for the tip 😉