DIY Washi Tape Star Decor from Papernstitch

Brittni Mehlhoff of Papernstitch got in touch last week to see if she could share a charming project that she recently created with you all: Washi Tape Stars! Aren't they just lovely?! This is simple holiday project you could easily do while watching your favorite tv show or a new movie you've been waiting to see (I love multitasking while crafting). Follow Brittni's simple steps below to create your own (and if you don't have any time this season, be sure to bookmark it for next year). Take it away Brittni!

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These last couple of weeks, I've been making new decorations to build up our holiday stash again because we recently moved across the country and wouldn't you know it, the only thing that magically didn't end up making it to our new place in Seattle was our BIG Christmas box (filled with our entire stash of ornaments and holiday decorations).
One of the projects I came up with, after we discovered we'd be starting from scratch this year, was this winter washi tape ornament diy that doubles as mantle decor. And I wanted to share it with you today. This project couldn't be any easier to complete and you'll only need a few supplies. So you'll be able to knock it out quickly in an hour or two by the fire.

Materials:

• Japanese washi tape in 3 colors (check the Creature Comforts' craft supply resource section for sources)
• Large kraft paper mache ornament (you can also find Paper Mache Stars at Create for Less online as well as in Michael's craft stores)
• Scissors

 Step by Step Instructions:

1. Start with a kraft ornament or decor object. I picked mine up from Paper Source. Choose three washi tapes in different colors or patterns and grab your scissors.

 
2. Cover each point in sections with your tape, starting towards the top and working your way down.

3. Cut excess from the sides and move on to the next point. 

4. Continue this process until all surfaces have been covered with tape. 

Tip: If you don't want any of the points to touch that are the same color, you'll want to map out where you would like each color to be beforehand. Other than that, it is really a simple project to complete. Use your finished piece as a decoration around the holiday mantle or hang it on the Christmas tree. This shape in particular would also make a great tree topper.

All images - Papernstitch

Brittni Mehlhoff is the founder of papernstitch, an exhibition site for art and handmade, as well as the editor of a popular blog by the same name. When not working on papernstitch, she is dreaming up simple projects like this one. If you enjoyed this DIY, you may also like The Happy Holidays Guide to DIY, a free eBook filled with winter craft projects for the holidays.

Inspiration Daily: 12. 19. 11

Evening Giclee Print by Lizzy Stewart.

Friday Faves: 12. 16. 11

Hi sweets! I'm so ready for the weekend...how about you?! I just want to thank you for being here this week and for all your support and encouragement for my recent DIY posts. They are a lot of work to put together (but loads of fun too, of course) and your response to them always makes it more than worth it. So thank you again!

Just a quick reminder that voting is open (until next Wednesday) for the Gift Wrap Challenge over on Martha Stewart's The Crafts Dept. today. Of course I would love it if my project was your fave, but all the gift wrapping posts were fabulous, so I'm glad no matter what. The winner doesn't receive any prize...just the happy knowledge that they won.

Next week I'm planning on featuring a special round-up each day that will hopefully help everyone feel better prepared and more inspired for the rapidly approaching holiday. I hope you'll come by for that.

Friday Faves: Caribou Women's Shirt - Bark Decor | Navajo Printed Leather Suede Pouch - Corium | White Pear Sapphire Twig Ring in Gold - Kristin Coffin | Porcelain Bowl with Golden Rim - Kinagorska | Natural White Cotton Ball of Twine - Follow Studio | Where you Love Art Print - Wicked Paper Co. | Slim Stacking Bangle - Favor Jewelry |

And in case you missed it them, here are a few of the most popular recent posts here on Creature Comforts:

• Peppermint Reindeer Patties with Printable Free Gift Tags
• DIY Adorned Glittered Clothespin Gift Toppers
• Glitter Clothespins with Easy DIY Gift Bag
• DIY Parisian Inspired Fabric Gift Wrap
• DIY Fabric Poppy Gift Toppers
• DIY Yarn Pom Poms
• DIY Clay Lollipop Ornaments

And a few oldies but goodies from the archives that you might enjoy: 

• Hot Cocoa + Homemade Marshmallows with Printable Gift Tags
• Scandinavian Inspired Star Garland
• DIY Plastic Grocery Bag Pom Pom Gift Toppers
• DIY Faux Sugar Cookie Ornaments
• DIY Felt Ginger Cookie Ornaments
• Fleur de Sel Caramels with Free Printable Gift Tags
• Printable Festive Candy Bar Wraps & Gift Tags

Have a wonderful weekend! xo Ez

Inspiration Daily: 12. 16. 11

Still in the Spirit by Ines Perkovic aka *December Sun

Color Crush: Cozy Neutrals

Lately I've really been having a thing for neutrals...especially when used in home decor and fashion. These lovelies are just a few of my recent faves. What colors are you crushing on this week? xo Ez

1. Sparkle Hunt Cushion Cover - Satsuki Shibuya | 2. Fairbanks Parka in Black - Madewell | 3. Maison Tealight Candle Holder - Schoolhouse Electric & Supply Co. | 4. Recycled Wool Throw - Historie | 5. Damisi Boot - All Saints | 6. Enameled Cast Iron Skillet Set - GrandPointe (via Pennyweight) | 7. Naturally Shed Antler Hook - Antler & Co. | 8. Teak Measuring Spoons - Merchant No.4 | 9. Blackline Stoneware Milk Bottle - Schoolhouse Electric & Supply Co. | 10. Note to Self Journal - Jayson Home & Garden 11. Vincent Van Duysen Pottery at When Objects Work, seen on A Merry Mishap (via Star) | 12. Industrial Empire Bookcase - Home Decorators Collection (via Pennyweight)

13. Good Deed Art Print - Help Ink (via Andrea)