Wanda Wen
The Soolip Fix
April 26th, 2010
Paper Mache Tutorial via The Red Thread
Last week’s Of The Hand exhibition inspired me to create and find new crafting projects, especially ones that are kid friendly. I came across this paper mache project on The Red Thread (love her ideas!). In my house, there are certain sections of the newspaper that instantly get tossed into the recycling bin. Imagine turning next week’s classifieds section into a gorgeous new work of art! Again, this why I love love love working with paper…what is old can become new and beautiful again and again and again!
Click here to see the full tutorial at The Red Thread. I would take this project up a notch by embellishing the paper with some natural elements, such as some fresh pressed flowers.
Tags: eco-friendly, gift wrap, Gift Wrapping, kids, Paper Mache, Soolip, Soolip Blog, The Art of Gift Wrapping, The Red Thread, wand wen, wanda
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April 21st, 2010
This is a collaborative card between: Elizabeth Hubbell Studio + Mira Aster = Spring fun! Tactile edging, fresh off the letterpress and a pretty color palette make for a perfect card.
Thanks Elizabeth!
Tags: A Soolip Wedding, Card, color, Elizabeth Hubbell Studio, invitation, Soolip, Soolip Blog, spring, The Art of Gift Wrapping, wanda, Wanda Wen
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April 13th, 2010
Dupioni Silk Yo-Yos by Posh Paperie. Photo by Jackie Wonders Photography.
While browsing this internet on a lazy Sunday afternoon, I was delighted to find this D-I-Y dupioni silk yo-yo project by Posh Paperie and Jackie Wonders photography on Style-Me-Pretty blog. These elegant yo-yos would make a fabulous gift topper. The simple rouching method would work well with a variety of fabrics. I’m going to dig through my donation bin at home and see what old linens I can dig up to make some yo-yos of my own!
Tags: A Soolip Wedding, art of gift wrapping, Crafts, gift topper, gifts, Jackie Wonders Photography, Posh Paperie, Soolip, Soolip Blog, The Art of Gift Wrapping, Wanda Wen
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April 12th, 2010
Super Kid Award by Tulip Girls, Available on Etsy.com
My son Dag ran his first 10K yesterday! Watching him cross the finish line was such a proud moment for me. It really seems like yesterday that he was just learning how to crawl. The memory is still so vivid. It blows my mind to see that at such a young age he has taken to the wind and is on his way to becoming a young athlete.
Our kids do amazing things every single day. Whether learning new things or just doing their chores without having to be reminded; these little victories are to be celebrated, cherished, and even bragged about! What has your amazing kid done lately that has brought that smile of pride to your face?
Tags: accomplishments, family, kid, kids, Mothering, Soolip, Soolip Blog, Wanda Wen
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April 12th, 2010
- The Art of Gift Wrapping by Wanda Wen
- “Come Play With Us” by Rebecca Varon. Available on Etsy.com
My first book, The Art of Gift Wrapping was released on April 6th and I’m celebrating with a book signing and cocktail reception this Saturday, April 17th at Soolip in West Hollywood, CA. Please join me! This evening event will be preceded with an afternoon exhibition, “Of the Hand” – an artisinal exhibition, featuring artisans who create beauty with their hands, from 1 pm to 4 pm. Come experience the etheral craft movement of felting by Rebecca Varon. Rebecca’s work transforms ordinary fabrics into whimsical works of art.
Let’s toast to our amazing hands and the power in each of us to create and transform the ordinary into the extraordinary. I hope to see you there!
Tags: A Soolip Wedding, art of gift wrapping, Crafts, Exhibition, gift wrap, paper, Rebecca Varon, Soolip, Soolip Blog, The Art of Gift Wrapping, Wanda Wen
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April 6th, 2010
Untitled by Katie Helmer
Ahh Spring! I love this photo by Katie Helmer that I found on Creature Comforts blog. These tiny blooms are just bursting with color. If you take a closer look you’ll notice that not one blossom is the same, but rather perfectly different. They would make a great gift topper.
Take look around for some Spring blooms of your own. Tie them together with some twine or waxed string, and voila! In no time you’ll have a fresh and fanciful gift topper of your own!
Tags: A Soolip Wedding, art of gift wrapping, gift wrap, Gift Wrapping, Soolip, Soolip Blog, Wanda Wen
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March 30th, 2010
We’re celebrating the release of my new book, “The Art of Gift Wrapping” with a launch event at my West Hollywood store on Saturday, April 17th. There will be an exhibition of artists, “Of the Hand” from 1 to 4pm followed by a cocktail reception and book signing from 5-8pm. Please come join us! More details can be found here.
Tags: A Soolip Wedding, art of gift wrapping, gift wrap, Gift Wrapping, gifts, paper, Soolip, Soolip Blog, The Art of Gift Wrapping, Wanda Wen
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March 21st, 2010
Paper lace and flowers wrap by Wanda Wen. Photograph by Jules Bianchi.
I had the most delightful trip to the farmer’s market yesterday morning. Every stall was bursting with color, especially the flower vendors. The first day of Spring brought such beautiful blooms along with it!
Naturally, the gorgeous blossoms made me think of a peony gift topper that I thought up for my book, The Art of Gift Wrapping (out April 6th!!). A sumptuous flower bouquet gift topper is always a delight to receive, as it transitions from gift to vase with ease. What beautiful blossom would you like to top your next gift with?
Tags: A Soolip Wedding, art of gift wrapping, flower, flower bouquet, gift topper, gift wrap, Gift Wrapping, Japanese Lace Paper, Lace, paper, Peony, Soolip, Soolip Blog, The Art of Gift Wrapping, Wanda Wen
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March 12th, 2010
Shamrock Badge by Studio Choo
Completed Shamrock Badge
This beautiful spring weather has put me in such a good mood! With St. Patrick’s day coming up on Wednesday, this weekend is the perfect opportunity to take a hike with the kids and search for some shamrocks. I found this fun Shamrock badge project on Design Sponge by Studio Choo. It’s such a fun and fresh way to wear green this Wednesday. I’m going to brighten up the badge with some fun Kelly Green grosgrain ribbon I have left over. What a lucky find! Click here to see the whole project at Studio Choo.
Tags: eco-friendly, kid crafts, Nature, Soolip Blog, St. Paddy's Day, St. Patrick's Day, St. Patrick's Day crafts, The Art of Gift Wrapping, Wanda Wen
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March 10th, 2010
Table Setting by Moda Botanica
Crate Installation by Moda Botanica
It is amazing what you can create with repurposed materials and a bit ofimagination! MODA botanica put together five storage crates, graffiti included, and filled the otherwise listless urban rectangles with soft and lovely florals and succulents. The mix of rusty metal with lush flowers was just perfect…and won them Best in Show at the Philadelphia Flower Show this past weekend!
Tags: art of gift wrapping, Floral, Flower Show, Flower Situations, Flowers, Letterpress, Moda Botanica, Philadelphia Flower Show, Soolip, Soolip Blog, Stationery, wanda, Wanda Wen
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