Jun 25, 2010

Tote bag refashion - Ruffles and Stuff inspired


As promised I'm back with new ideas and tutorials to share. Today I will present you my first tutorial (wow actually my first ever "published" tutorial - so please be kind:D ).

I love Disney from Ruffles and Stuff!!! She is great. All her projects, ideas and tutorials are very inspiring, cute and easy to do!

Here is one of her creation that inspired me for my project today:



And now I will let the pictures speak for themselves.



I will make 4 separate tutorials for each flower this and the next week. So keep an eye here on CraftOutLoud :)
It is perfect for the summer!

Hope you have enjoy it!

May 27, 2010

Let's learn together series - Photo = 1000 words



Because a photo is worth 1000 words he should reconsider the way we photograph our work. It is after all the "thing" that makes customers buy your product. And what happens if we have poor quality pictures, crowded backgrounds or unrepresentative pictures? They will buy from the competition:(...and we don't want that to happen!

So here are a few things to consider before jumping to photos:)...

  • Focus on the item (you don't want a blurry image)
  • Keep the background simple (you want your item to be the centre of attention)
  • Don't put text or bling-blings on the photo (let it speak for itself)
  • Use a white background
  • Use live models when possible (people prefer to see the items on a person rather than on a plastic dummy)
  • Take photos from different angles
  • Use natural light and plenty of it
  • Focus on details
See? Not that hard ...and it really works!!!

To see before and after examples and success stories have a look at this article.

To learn more about right cameras on a budget (you don't want all your money to go on a camera and after end up with nothing to take photos at) have a look here.

And for some more tips click this link.

May 26, 2010

More new designs :)



Happy Wednesday everyone!!!

Hope you had a great week so far. I did and fun times are ahead of me:D.

Today I'm going to show you some more designs I did and that will soon be in my Etsy shop. I know I said that the other week too, but I've been busy recently.

Hope you like them! Please feel free to ask any questions about the designs, materials etc. I am more than happy to reply.







May 24, 2010

Hot Hot weather -> Hot Hot outfit

Just when I was complaining about UK weather...I take it all back...we had two fabulous sunny weeks and apparently it is going to last all summer! Happy me!

So take out those hot pants, sandals and sunglasses and enjoy life!

Today's outfit...Safari inspired! Love it...simple & chic!


Weekly Palette 24.05.2010


Happy Monday everyone!!!

Hope you had a fab weekend. I finished an assignment and today I enjoyed doing nothing...nothing for Uni I mean.

Today I'm happy, just because...Hope this will take you happy as well!



Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5