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Carol Duvall Show : Episode CDS-217 -- More Projects »
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Figure A
Carol Endler Sterbenz, from Handcraft Illustrated, joins Carol with some terrific tips for transforming ordinary household items into artists' tools.
  • Use a Ziplock bag as a pastry bag (figure A).
  • Cut apart an old mouse pad or pink eraser to use as a fabric or stationery stamp.
  • Use a pom-pom as a burnishing tool.
  • Skewers work great for floral picks.
  • Use cookie cutters as carving utensils.