How to Make Custom Shrink Plastic Enamel Lapel Pins

How to Make Custom Shrink Plastic Enamel Lapel Pins Learn how to make your own enamel pins with this fun faux shrink plastic enamel pin technique! Make a collection of full color pin badges in various shapes. I'll show you how to make them every step of the way! What are Enamel Pins? Enamel pins are small, decorative pins typically made from metal and enamel.  They come in various shapes, sizes, and designs, often featuring colorful enamel coatings that are baked onto the metal surface.  These pins can depict anything from pop culture references to original artwork, and they're often collected and traded by geeked-out enthusiasts. Enamel pins are commonly worn on clothing, such as jackets, hats, or bags, using a butterfly clutch or rubber backing to secure them in place.  They've gained popularity as a form of personal expression and as collectible items due to their affordability, versatility, and ability to showcase unique designs. Hard enamel pins have always been my f...

How to Make Air Dry Clay Mushrooms Decor Cloche!

How to Make Air Dry Clay Mushrooms Decor Cloche! Learn how to make fake mushrooms in a cloche, appearing to be a delicate eco system terrarium, for the perfect home decor! This fun project is made of air dry clay and are the perfect addition to a fairy garden, book shelf or unique gift! Mushrooms are a diverse fungi with various forms, they contribute to ecosystems as decomposers. Some are found in the culinary world and others in the medicinal realm. Fungi, lacking chlorophyll, rely on decomposition for sustenance, playing vital roles in nutrient cycling. Some mushrooms are edible delicacies, while others, like the toxic Amanita (the ones that are red with the white dots), pose dangers. The overlooked world of fungi encompasses ecological importance, culinary delights, and promising medical avenues within natural resources--plus, they are so cute and a great craft for any skill level! The good news is that if you have any mushroom allergies, these clay sculptures are for you! Follow t...