Today as promised I have a fun project incorporating the tiles from the bamboo tile place mat. They closely resemble dominoes without the dots so both can be used almost interchangeably. Unlike dominoes the bamboo tiles have 2 holes running through the long ends making them especially good for making jewelry, charms or "dangly" things ;)
I decided to start by making a bracelet from them.
Supplies:
6 Bamboo Tiles
Sandpaper
Rubber Stamps - The Enchanted Gallery
Archival Ink - Ranger Industries
Lumier acrylic paint - Jacquard
Paint Brush
Vintage Sheet Music
Collage Pauge (sparklie) - Duncan Enterprises
Stretch Cord
Instructions:
1. Sand one side of each tile.
2. Apply a dab of the Collage Pauge (or other collage medium) and affix the sheet music to the tile. I like to use my hands but if you don't want to get covered in glue then you could use a foam brush and/or latex gloves :)
You will end up with tiles something like this....
3. Now, flip all the tiles, we're going to add the image....Stamp desired image using Archival Ink and let them dry.
4. The tiles are ready to be painted. I used Jacquard's Lumiere metallic paints but you can use whatever type of paints or inks you like to use.
5. String them all together with a few beads and the stretch cord and you have your bracelet!
I couldn't figure out how to wear the bracelet and take the photo at the same time...so here are the first 3 completed tiles....
and the other 3.
Way cool huh and so very easy!
Of course I've only touched the surface so I'll be bringing you more fun bamboo tile projects so stay tuned!
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Kris
Cool project!! Those stamps are awesome on the tiles.
ReplyDeleteawesome!!!! by the way, i got your package! thanks!!!! i am a happy girl.
ReplyDeleteLove you tackle the bamboo tiles. Just bought a placemat of these tiles so I am in for a lot of ideas.
ReplyDeleteMargriet
That's gorgeous, Roni. Thanks for the tuorial. Really should get round to using mine :) x
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely stunning!
ReplyDeleteI think these are absolutely fabulous and so unique. i check your blog everyday to see whats new. great work...
ReplyDeleteI think these are absolutely fabulous and so unique. i check your blog everyday to see whats new. great work...
ReplyDeleteThis bracelet looks fabulous! And it can be worn with either side showing - the faces or the music sheet.
ReplyDeleteI sell mini bamboo tiles (black and dark brown colors only) that have the two holes going horizontally (side to side) which would make a smaller bracelet.
I love the bracelet Roni. I am wondering if I can get those bamboo tile placemats here in Australia? What does the placement look like as a whole?
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Michelle M
Bohemian Gypsy
Oh Pretty! I like that it could be worn with either side showing. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeletepsstt...You are on everyone's fav list! These tiles are gorgy! Now where do I find them? lol...You do such cute stuff..Did I miss where u tell us when the book is done? Cher
ReplyDeleteCool! I love the effect of Lumiere metallic paints on the bamboo tiles!
ReplyDeleteDefinitely way cool! Love the shape of the tiles. The music beads are especially cool. Great job!
ReplyDeleteThat's Really Great!
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