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Suzy's Crafts
Приєднався 28 сер 2018
Hello, I'm Suzy and I love doing découpage and other crafts. I created this channel to share how to do those crafts with you, and I really hope you enjoy my videos and get something good from them.
A little about me... I live in Auckland, New Zealand. I'm a mother of two grown up boys and two cats. I grew up surrounded by beautiful antique furnishings, as my mother is an Antique Dealer. I think my love of these beautiful antique items transfers over into my crafts, which often have a vintage or antique aesthetic.
I live with a chronic illness, which can be unpredictable. I don't know how my body will behave day to day. But crafting is something that relaxes me and I can do it whenever I'm feeling up to it! It is a wonderful thing to be creative and make beautiful things!
Other hobbies include, gardening and DIY, when I'm up to it!
Anyway, let's get those creative juices flowing...
View my other endeavours on Linktree : linktr.ee/suzyscrafts
Find me on Instagram @SUZYS_CRAFTS_
A little about me... I live in Auckland, New Zealand. I'm a mother of two grown up boys and two cats. I grew up surrounded by beautiful antique furnishings, as my mother is an Antique Dealer. I think my love of these beautiful antique items transfers over into my crafts, which often have a vintage or antique aesthetic.
I live with a chronic illness, which can be unpredictable. I don't know how my body will behave day to day. But crafting is something that relaxes me and I can do it whenever I'm feeling up to it! It is a wonderful thing to be creative and make beautiful things!
Other hobbies include, gardening and DIY, when I'm up to it!
Anyway, let's get those creative juices flowing...
View my other endeavours on Linktree : linktr.ee/suzyscrafts
Find me on Instagram @SUZYS_CRAFTS_
Check out my vegetable Patch & how I garden with a bad back and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome 2023
A tour of my vegetable garden where I talk about how I created it to help me garden without pain while living with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome.
I realised after filming that I didn't talk as much as I meant to about how the garden works for me with back problems and body pain. Sometimes when talking on the fly without a script I miss things 😊. The main point to help with back problems is the hight of the beds but also the width. These beds are 1200mm long x 600mm wide x 1000mm high. The hight is perfect for me as it is waist hight and the width not being too wide means I don't have to lean over the bed or reach out towards things. That is a big help too. Basically just having everything within easy reach is important. I get my adult son to do any heavy lifting. Things like moving compost to the beds he does for me. Anyway, I hope this was at least a little helpful and if you'd like to see more let me know. Suzy🍓
Check out what I've been up to at my Linktree: linktr.ee/suzyscrafts
Check out some of my other decoupage videos:
How to decoupage a terracotta pot from scratch: ua-cam.com/video/emtM6tlACAU/v-deo.htmlsi=tpiUBrHATTXWpGBX
Turn ordinary bags into beautiful bags: ua-cam.com/video/F816MhIRQVg/v-deo.htmlsi=7O2VrfkkHhhuMr2a
Homemade Mod Podge: ua-cam.com/video/MIVBNYScG8I/v-deo.htmlsi=7THcmmoeGRRSLk5f
I realised after filming that I didn't talk as much as I meant to about how the garden works for me with back problems and body pain. Sometimes when talking on the fly without a script I miss things 😊. The main point to help with back problems is the hight of the beds but also the width. These beds are 1200mm long x 600mm wide x 1000mm high. The hight is perfect for me as it is waist hight and the width not being too wide means I don't have to lean over the bed or reach out towards things. That is a big help too. Basically just having everything within easy reach is important. I get my adult son to do any heavy lifting. Things like moving compost to the beds he does for me. Anyway, I hope this was at least a little helpful and if you'd like to see more let me know. Suzy🍓
Check out what I've been up to at my Linktree: linktr.ee/suzyscrafts
Check out some of my other decoupage videos:
How to decoupage a terracotta pot from scratch: ua-cam.com/video/emtM6tlACAU/v-deo.htmlsi=tpiUBrHATTXWpGBX
Turn ordinary bags into beautiful bags: ua-cam.com/video/F816MhIRQVg/v-deo.htmlsi=7O2VrfkkHhhuMr2a
Homemade Mod Podge: ua-cam.com/video/MIVBNYScG8I/v-deo.htmlsi=7THcmmoeGRRSLk5f
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How To Make Decoupage Glue 2023
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A quick video sharing my recipe for homemade Decoupage Glue or Mod Podge. Very simple and so handy to have if you do a lot of decoupage or are on a budget. Check out my other videos: Upcycle Decoupage Bags - ua-cam.com/video/F816MhIRQVg/v-deo.htmlsi=Vmn2n0GDkoggl0CI How to decouapge a plant pot from scratch - ua-cam.com/video/emtM6tlACAU/v-deo.htmlsi=QtCu8-nzcnjTUbVw A quick Christmas craft - u...
How to decoupage bags 2023
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Welcome back to @suzyscrafts. I found these flax/sea grass bags at my local Op Shop (thrift store) and in this video I'll teach you how I turn them into really pretty bags using a simple decoupage technique. I use decoupage Rice Paper, glue, paints and varnish. It's a simple craft and I'm sure you'll love doing it as much as I do. Enjoy! Suzy Check out other things I've been up to: linktr.ee/su...
LET'S DECOUPAGE AND DE-STRESS TOGETHER - Lean how to decoupage while I practice active relaxing 2023
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Welcome back to @suzyscrafts, I've had a stressful week so decided to practice some active relaxing in my craft room. Watch while I teach you how to decoupage a plant pot using paper napkins, decoupage glue, varnish, paint and gilt cream. This is a fun, easy and relaxing craft that will help you forget your troubles...well that's what it does for me! I'm sharing several tips and tricks in this ...
Which is best? "Greener" Cling Wrap For Crafts
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I love to decoupage, and in this video I'm going to test and review two new Cling Wrap products which are better for our planet, while doing decoupage on a terracotta Plant Pot in lovely Lavender. The results were surprising! Near the end I will also show a few other Plant Pots I've been working on and finally the conclusion and a bloopers reel! I hope you enjoy my video. Please don't forget to...
How to make a book Christmas Tree
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A quick and simple craft for Christmas. These very vintage looking Christmas trees are made from old books. They make a lovely table centerpiece or vintage decoration for around the home. Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas. Please don't forget to like and subscribe. Suzy Check out what I've been up to at my Linktree: linktr.ee/suzyscrafts Videos: A quick Christmas craft. Decoupage tote bags...
How to decoupage a terracotta pot from scratch with paper napkins
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A simple how to video about how to transform an ordinary terracotta plant pot into something beautiful to give as a gift or keep for yourself! An easy decoupage technique using paper napkins and glue. What you'll need: Cream or white acrylic paint or chalk paint A contrasting paint colour Decoupage glue Paper napkins Water and a fine tipped brush A paintbrush Water based varnish Cling film Nail...
A quick Christmas craft - How to decoupage tote bags
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How to decoupage tote bags for Christmas. A quick craft that you can do in about 10 minutes. These make lovely gift bags for a soap or a brooch or some other small gift. Decoupage with paper napkins. I do hope you enjoy my video. Please like and subscribe and share with your crafty friends! Thanks for watching, please like and subscribe. Enjoy! Suzy. Check out what I've been up to at my Linktre...
How to Decoupage Candles with rice paper and paper napkins
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Welcome to my channel. In this video I will show you how to decoupage candles with both paper napkins and decoupage rice paper. I use a heat gun which is the correct way. Sorry my store is now permanently closed but I continue to make videos for you to enjoy! Thanks for watching! Please like and subscribe. Suzy Check out what I've been up to at my Linktree: linktr.ee/suzyscrafts
How to decoupage a tin planter from scratch with paper napkins
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Thanks for watching! A quick video showing how you can decoupage a tin planter just like I did. Not so much talking in this video but I've added some music which I hope you enjoy. Decoupage with paper napkins. How to make homemade Mod Podge: ua-cam.com/video/MIVBNYScG8I/v-deo.htmlsi=GEL_zpzdsjv01Koq Enjoy! Please like and subscribe. Suzy Check out what I've been up to at my Linktree: linktr.ee/...
How to decoupage a jar from scratch with paper napkins
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How to decoupage a jar from scratch with paper napkins
Lovely!
Thank you!
So very pretty… thank you for this great idea…
Thank you. 🥰
Because terracotta pots are so porous, do you need to use a special sealant before applying the decoupage and PVA glue-water mixture?
I don't do that myself, but you could seal the pot with varnish first if you wanted to.
Beautiful ❤
Thank you! 😊
Love this, very pretty and I agree what wonderful gift bags ❤very lucky person who receives either one of these as a gift ❤️ could you tell me what paints you used…are they just acrylic or multi surface and do you seal with the decoupage glue when you have painted before you put the spray varnish on? Many thanks x
Hello and thank you for watching. I'm glad you enjoyed my video. The paints are just acrylic water based paints. From memory I used the decoupage glue over the paper before painting, then sprayed everything with a water based spray varnish. Hopefully I understood your question okay?! 😊
@@suzyscraftsthank you
You are doing so well explaining everything, thank you
Thank you 😊. It's sweet of you to say.
It’s so beautiful
Thank you 🥰
Thank you 🥰
Hello from Portugal ❤ I just found your crafting site and really enjoyed watching you make so maybe beautiful things😍. You explained decoupage better than anyone else has, and have given me the courage to try this for the first time. Thank you Suzy, please keep up the wonderful videos. May GOD bless you, and keep you healthy 🙏
Hello and thank you for your beautiful message. I really appreciate it, and I'm so happy to hear you've enjoyed my videos and will give découpage a go. I have more videos planned, when time permits. At the moment life is a bit busy, but I will get back to recording when I can. I do hope you enjoy doing découpage as much as I do. 🥰💖🌷🌸
@suzyscrafts 😉 You are very inspirational , thank you for your reply and kindness. I look forward to sharing my future experiences with decoupage, and for your future videos 👍😍 take care.
You are very sweet. Thank you. 💖🌸🌷
It's beautiful!
Thank you! 😊
Good noite , very well done, lonely bags
Thank you.
I will definitely give this a try, it looks like a lot of fun and will make really cute Christmas/Birthday gifts, thanks for sharing !
That's great! I'm sure you will enjoy doing this.
Lovely project and so cute😊 Thank you for sharing 🎉 What kind of glue are you using?
Thank you! Here's the link to my glue ua-cam.com/video/MIVBNYScG8I/v-deo.html
Great for me! Question: If I wanted to add a bit of gloss to this glue, do you have any ideas for that?
Hi, you can add a tablespoon of water based gloss varnish to give a gloss effect.
This is lovely! Spring is here in Colorado, and I will get a pot to decorate.
Great! I'm sure your pot will turn out great.
Hi, my first time exploring decoupage on flower pots. May I ask if there is any particular type of paper napkins for decoupage or just regular paper napkins? Thank you very much for any advice 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻
Hello, just ordinary paper napkins are fine. I don't recommend the very cheap ones from dollar stores, as sometimes the colours run.
This garden is beautiful! I just found your chanel and have watched several videos. You work is soo inspiring. ❤thank you so much for sharing. I hope your feeling well and blessed today
Thank you so much. All your comments have brought a smile to my face today. 😊
Stunning*
Thank you!
My desk, my drawers, my ahed doors! Im definitely excited about the possibilities!
😁 So good!
If you use the same jar everytime you could mark the jar at the 1 cup of glue level so as to have less mess😊
Yes, I think that's a great idea.
So beautiful😍😍! I love this idea. Ive tried painting terracotta in The past but didnt varnish inside and out so my paint bubbled. hopefully this way the artwork is protected from the moisture wicking properties of the terracotta.
Some people even varnish the whole pot inside and out before starting for extra protection.
@@suzyscrafts im wondering about the varnish, if theres a spacific kind that works best
I tend to use water based varnish. Simply because it doesn't yellow over time.
@@suzyscrafts thank you! Ive looked a bit at home depot but didnt find the right thing so ill try again now that i have a better idea. I hope the sun is shining on your beautiful garden today🧡😊💐
Thank you. I'm sure you'll find something at home depot.
Set a coin under each side of the pot to keep it from rolling😊
Good tip thank you!
I’ve always loved decoupage. The reason I found your video was because I have a bunch of terra-cotta pots I’ve got to spruce up. Thanks for the video and yours turned out gorgeous!!
I hope you'll give this a try on your pots. Makes for something unique and it's always nice to be able to say you did it yourself. 😊
Hi! New Subscriber....love your creations!! 🍒🥀🐦...😽!
Welcome! Happy to have here 🤩
This is a wonderful video! Love the fact that you get right to the point with any extra blah blah. Your instructions are so clear. Question : as the candle burns down, will the image burn down as well?
Thank you, I'm so glad you enjoyed my video. As for the candles, if you buy the nice thick ones like I used in the video, they burn straight down the middle. The sides don't really burn away. The pictures glow when the flame gets low which is really nice. Just don't ever put any pictures on the top of the candle, as they would catch.
Where in the world did you get these napkins?
Those ones where from a local emporium. There is a great company that ships internationally from Germany called Wimmel Napkins. You can find loads of options there.
Best instruction that I've watched so far. Can you tell me where you purchase your napkins from?
Hi Cath, I'm so glad you enjoyed my video. I bought those napkins at my local garden centre. But if you want to buy online there's a website called Wimmel Napkins that ships internationally from Germany. They have tones to choose from.
Hi Suzy - Thanks for the recipe, I'm always running out of modge podge at the worst time, and I always keep a gallon of school glue on hand. Now my problem is solved. Thanks for sharing and continued success. Love PegEgg
Oh that's wonderful! I'm so happy this has been helpful. 💖
These upcycled purses are so beautiful!! You are an impressive creator and your painting ability is better than you might think!! I love how you applied the paint, using the different coulors. That shows experience working with shadowing and highlighting. Thank you for sharing this video, I'm quite inspired to try my hand at one of these. 😄😄💛❤🧡💚💙
That's very kind, thank you! I'm happy to hear you might try your hand at these.
Very lovely decoupage on pots results!! Well done. 😄😄😄
Thank you! 🥰
Beautiful!
Thank you 🌷
Hi Suzy, today I found your channel and I truly enjoyed watching and learning from you plus your voice is soft and pleasant to listen too. I look forward to more of your content on UA-cam. I'm from Tennessee USA
Hello Kay, it warmed my heart to read your comment. Thank you for watching. I have more video ideas in the pipeline. 🥰
Can you put a plant in there
Hi, I suggest using a plastic liner to protect the decoupage.
Can you put a plant in there
See answer above.
Thanks a lot, this will be very useful.
You are most welcome. Thank you for watching.
it is beautiful thank you ,but i do not understand why jou sandpaper the text ,if you put the napkin on top anyway ,
Hi, thanks for watching. I didn't cover the text fully. Just a little bit. It's still visible. Maybe it doesn't show up well in the video, but does in reality.
Hi Susan. I love to watch ur project. But pls can you name those items that will be nice. Thanks.
Hi, thanks for watching. You can find all items are named in the beginning of my video and also in the description. 🌷
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My rice paper frayed and wouldn’t blend on my wood piece. Is it not recommended for wood?
Perhaps poor quality paper? Usually it's absolutely fine on wood or any surface.
You gave the best candle napkin decoupage I have seen. I will follow your instructions.❤❤❤❤❤❤
Thank you so much, I really appreciate it. 😍
Very good detail of matching napkin tears making a great project. Thanks for sharing.❤❤❤❤
Thank you. I'm so glad you liked my tutorial. 🥰
awesome job! is this wax paper or just like parchment paper?
Hi, thank you. Do you mean the paper I roll around the candles? That is baking paper, the sort you can use in the oven.
This planter turned out beautiful, you did a great job on it. Thank you for the video!
Thank you for watching and your lovely comment 🌷
Beautiful hi from Victoria Australia
Hi! Thank you! Lovely to hear from a Southern Hemisphere friend 💛
Looks great
Thank you so much 🤩
Aww, Suzy, I adore them!!! I really envy the fortunate person who receives decoupage napkins in one of your fabulous bags.
That's very sweet. Thank you so much. 🥰
Great video 😊
Thank you!
Just wonderful!😊
Thank you so much! 🤩
18:44 helps just a wee
? Sorry I don't understand.
well your demonstration right there. Was very good tearing apart that little flower specifically filling in that little whole area and then using the plastic wrap over the top was all very helpful.
Thank you
I’m hooked now on pot decoupage Thankyou Suzy😊
That's wonderful to hear!
Beautiful 😍
Thank you.