how to dye clothespins {a tutorial}

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Hello and happy Monday! We’re slowly adjusting to Life With a Newborn around here, and I’m hoping to be back here much more often than I have been as of late. So in that vein, I have a quick and easy tutorial to share with you all today on how to dye clothespins, wooden tags, or other small, wooden items.

Here’s what you need…

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Following the instructions on the dye packet, add the dye to a tub of water and add clothespins. Remember-this stuff does stain, so be careful, and wipe down all surfaces when you’re done dyeing:)

Don’t see the color you want? Use this handy Color Formula Guide to find your perfect color match.

Check clothespins every few minutes and remove them from the dye once desired color is achieved. I left mine in the dye for over half an hour…once you drain and rinse, the color gets a bit lighter, and I wanted mine saturated.

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Rinse clothespins, let dry, and you’re done! I used them to hang artwork in my kids’ bedroom.

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So simple and easy! Have a great day!

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clothespin ornament {a tutorial}

Happy Crafting!  Jillian here from Her Split Ends with a fun and easy ornament crafting idea. I was on the hunt for a fun project to use some of the leftover clothespins from a baby shower I hosted for my sweet sister-in-law.  When I stumbled across a little inspiration on Pinterest {shocker!} I knew just what to do…make an ornament!!!  Not only is it a cute {and easy} project, its something I can give to my little niece as a memento from that special day.

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Supplies 8 clothespins hot glue ribbon or twine {if hanging} glitter/ paint/ embellishments {optional}

Directions

  1. Take apart all {8} clothespins {the metal spring should pop right off with just a little finagling – I used skinny pliers}
  2. Each clothespin will give you {2} pieces with one side flat.  Align the flat sides together and use hot glue to attach.
  3. Once all pairs are glued together, start by glueing two together at the rounded end.  4 total will make the first shape of the snowflake. {similar to an X shape}
  4. Glue the remaining 4 pairs into the inside corners of the X shape.
  5. **optional: add glitter, or a quick dash of metallic paint for a little extra shine
  6. Tie with ribbon, twine or wire
  7. Hang & Enjoy!

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So get crafting this holiday season!!  Find ways to make your decor more meaningful by incorporating things that you love and that bring back all those wonderful holiday memories!

Cheers ~ Jillian

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