Posted By: Alyx on March 31st, 2012

At the beginning of the year I placed my usual restock order with Cartwright’s. Along with the usual stuff I got some sequin shapes that I’ve never used before. The next several videos I do will be part of my “Sequin Shapes Series”. These will include geometric type shapes and will not
Continue reading >>Sequin Shapes Video Series – Almond Shapes
Posted By: Alyx on March 6th, 2012

I call this “Simple Four Crosses” because I use a simple 4 division and the ribbon and sequin pattern create 4 crosses on each side of the egg. This design is very versatile. I’ve made several Easter Eggs using this same basic
Continue reading >>Simple Four Crosses Sequined Kimekomi Easter Egg
Posted By: Alyx on January 9th, 2012

In honor of the NFL Playoffs and my hometown, Houston Texas.
Luckily the Texans logo is pretty simple and was easily replicated using the kimekomi technique. .
Tools and Materials Needed:
ball point pens in 2 colors
measuring tape
craft knife
glue stick
craft glue
tucking tool (I use a straight upholstery needle)
foam ball (I use a 7cm ball)
cotton fabric in
Continue reading >>Houston Texans Kimekomi Ornament Video
Posted By: Alyx on November 30th, 2011

Recently I’ve added a new tutorial page to the site, Combination Divisions. One of the new divisions I’ve posted is the Combination 10 Division. I’ve been obsessed with this division for the past few weeks. There are so many cool designs that can be done using a combo 10. My new
Continue reading >>“Starry Night” Kimekomi Ornament
Posted By: Alyx on August 10th, 2011

Several weeks ago I posted my “Flower Garden” Kimekomi Orament Video which showed you how you can create interesting kimekomi designs with the temari combination 8 division. These combination divisions are not just reserved for temari and kimekomi ornaments. You can also create great sequins and glitter ornaments.
Tools & Materials Needed:
ballpoint pen
tape measure
glue
drafting
Continue reading >>Combination 8 Glitter Ornament