February 25, 2015 - Lethbridge Sun Times - page 50 SUN TIMES
crafters or do-it-yourselfers live by. Crafting can be an excellent outlet for self-expression and an entertaining way to pass the time. Many crafters even turn their hobbies into successful business ventures. This year certain trends are poised
to take crafting by storm, while fads of 2014 should continue. Those making the rounds on Pinterest® and crafting blogs may discover the following crafts are trending in 2015. Natural elements Crafters are taking their cues from
nature, and you’re certain to find natural elements, such as wood, bark and burlap, in craft projects. Distressed finishes on furniture and photo frames will still demand attention. Do-it-yourself projects, such as turning a slab of a tree trunk into a table or upcycling wooden shipping palettes into shelving, also will grow in popularity. Whenever working on designs that feature natural materials, try to repurpose elements whenever possible for the most rustic, authentic feel.
Emerging trends in crafting for 2015 “W
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hy buy it when you can make it yourself?” is a mantra many
chevron and various incarnations of the diamond. It’s easy to dress up just about any element with some well-placed stenciling, which does not necessarily require a wealth of skill or experience. Stencils also can be used on flooring to create a faux area rug effect. Colour of the Year If you get giddy over the warmth
of browns and reds, you will be enamored with Pantone’s 2015 Colour of the Year. The authority on colour and a provider of colour systems, Pantone has chosen Marsala to be the “it” shade for 2015. Blending burgundy and brown tones to create a hue perfect for filling a wine glass or painting dining room walls, you will see plenty of this robust shade in decorative elements and clothing in the year ahead. Bringing the outside in An ecologically sound and
Chevron and diamonds Those sprucing up home decorating elements with
stencils or chalk paint can find inspiration in many places. Patterns that continue to show up in abundance include
creative trend for spring involves crafting your own garden terrarium. Terrariums can be made
out of just about any shaped glass or plastic container. Use hardy plants and a moisture-holding substrate to help your terrarium flourish. Terrariums can be interesting focal points for any room, and they’re a creative use for empty vases, aquariums and other containers collecting dust. Painting on canvas Each year brings with it a new crafting obsession. This
year it’s poised to be watercolor painting. Classes are bound to pop up in craft stores and other hobby centres near you. Or you can experiment at home with just a few basic tools. Another growing paint trend is to enjoy a ladies’ night
out that pairs painting with wine and socialization. Participants work on a painting over a predetermined number of sessions and then take their masterpieces home. Spring into green Green hues and floral and foliage patterns for
decorating will be popular this year. Anyone can liven up interior spaces with elements that borrow from nature, including leaf patterns and flowers. Crafting continues to be a popular form of expression
and a beloved pastime. Certain trends emerge each year that set the course for do-it-yourself projects.
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