Punky N Munky

Reindeer Hair Do

2011-12-16T09:02:00.003-06:00

Punky's reindeer do for her Christmas party!
I used my sock bun technique for the bun and followed this blog post for the reindeer. I had to put the eyes further back because I used the sock instead of the foam form. But I think it's still super cute! Punky couldn't wait to do this after I showed it to her a couple weeks ago! Also, the nose is a bit big, would have rather had a smaller puff ball, but we already had this one and I was not about to go out and buy a whole new bag of puff balls for this one project. She loves it just the same!

How To Make Plastic Headband Blanks For Dolls!

2011-11-15T12:05:00.003-06:00

Wow, it's been a long time since I've logged in here. I miss it! So I thought I'd come back and tell you all about a newish tutorial. I say new-ish because I released it awhile back but have just added an update. This tutorial will show you how to create headband blanks that fit an 18 inch doll such as an American Girl Doll! The update I've added is instructions to make woven headbands. I show you each step of the way to weave ribbon onto a headband that you created using the tutorial. The same technique can also be used for regular girl sized headbands too! To learn more about it click here.

Facebook

2010-07-24T11:00:00.001-05:00

I am ashamed that I have neglected this blog in favor of Facebook. I hope to catch up here soon. In the meantime please consider joining my fan page on Facebook by clicking "like" at http://facebook.com/punkynmunky.

Spring!

2010-03-16T16:00:00.004-05:00

Wow! Today the sun is shining and it is in the 60's! I feel alive again after such a long cold winter. I was working on an order and took a break to make a blue bird, I'd had it in my head for a week or so and it just needed to come to life. This little guy is available in my shop here.

2 Year Etsyversary!!!!

2010-02-11T10:00:00.004-06:00

Yippee! I didn't even realize it was coming up! I just happended to notice the date. Today marks the 2 year anniversary since I opened up shop on Etsy! Thank you to all my wonderful customers! Despite some set backs like the whole CPSIA mess, it's been a great two years! And provided the CPSIA allows small time crafters like myself to keep creating and selling, I hope for many more Etsyversaries!!!!

To celebrate, I'm offering for today only, until midnight your time, Buy One Get One Free!!!!! Free item must be of equal or lesser value. Purchase your first item and put in the message to seller the name or link to the item you'd like for free with the code BLOGBOGO.

Here are some of my latest and best selling items!

Calla Lily Hair Clip

Adjustable No Slip Headbands

Karate Girl Ribbon Sculpture

Basketball Player Ribbon Sculpture

Thanks for a great two years!!!!

How To Curl or Kork Ribbon - Free Tutorial

2010-01-25T14:35:00.008-06:00

Today I'll show you how to curl, often referred to as "kork", ribbon. Korking works best on 100% polyester ribbon such as Grosgrain Ribbon. Korked ribbon has many crafting uses. It can be used for hair bows (often called "korkers"), gift wrapping, or in this case it'll be used in a ribbon sculpture.

For this project I am using:
* 1/8" grosgrain ribbon by Offray
* 3/16" dowel - works best with this skinny ribbon. If using 3/8" ribbon, I like to use a 1/4" dowel. You can experiment with different sizes to achieve the curl you'd like to have.
* A couple of wood clothespins
* Baking Sheet
* Aluminum foil
* Oven

Step 1:
Preheat oven to 220 degrees F.

Step 2:
Attach the ribbon to the end of the dowel by securing with one clothespin.

Step 3:

Wind the length of ribbon down the length of the dowel or for as much length as you'd like. Be sure to keep the edges together but do not overlap. If spaces are left, the curl will be looser.

Step 4:

Secure the end of the ribbon with the remaining clothespin.

Step 5:

Place dowel onto a foil lined baking sheet and place into the preheated oven.

Step 6:

Bake for approximately 20 minutes.

Step 7:

Allow to cool on the dowel, then remove clothespins and slide or unwind the ribbon off of the dowel.

Your ribbon is now ready for your craft! This particular ribbon is used in the tutorial for the Expecting Mom and Baby Ribbon Sculpture Tutorial that will be released very very soon!

Tips:

•Since all ovens vary, test on scrap ribbon to get the right temperature and timing for your oven. A rule of thumb for lighter colored ribbon is to use the least amount of time and temperature to avoid turning the ribbon brown.

•For stiffer ribbon, spray with a fabric stiffener or spray starch after wrapped but before baking.

Enjoy and let me know if you have any questions!

Sad Week.

2009-12-10T12:59:00.005-06:00

On Tuesday our family dog suddenly and unexpectedly passed away. Anyone who has pets in their home probably know how devastating it is to lose such a beloved family member. Doing my best to keep up with the orders this week.

Rest In Peace Skyla aka "Skeeter Louise"

Scavenger Hunt! Win Prizes!

2009-11-16T12:24:00.001-06:00

The Etsy team I am on, the Eclectic Artisans Team, is having a scavenger hunt! You have a great chance of winning a prize!!! Read this post for all the details!

And the winner is.....

2009-08-03T15:33:00.003-05:00

Jennifer!!!!! You've won the Bride Ribbon Sculpture Giveaway! Please email me with your name address and how you'd like her mounted. Or if you'd prefer the 50% off a custom made Bride, let me know! I left a comment on your blog since I didn't see an email address for you.

Congratulation!!!!

New! Tutorial Bundle Packs! Save $$$!

2009-08-03T15:12:00.004-05:00

How to make these ribbon sculptures in a new bundle pack at PunkyNMunky!

I've had many requests for creating bundle packs of tutorials. I do run a buy 4 get one free for the tutorials all the time. But I thought these smaller packs might be nice to offer!

With this one you will get the following tutorials:
Rapunzel
Dorothy
Alice
Evil Queen

Have fun!

Bows for Back To School

2009-07-31T08:23:00.004-05:00

Are you or your little girl heading back to school? Or just love shopping for new accessories? Here are just a few hairbow styles I have available! There are so many colors to choose from!

Last days to enter!!!

2009-07-27T10:37:00.000-05:00

Come read this post and enter to win!!!!!

New Ribbon Sculpture Instructions!

2009-07-19T09:49:00.002-05:00

Finally! After having these pictures on my computer for over a year, I finished the Ballerina Ribbon Sculpture Tutorial! I have included the variations that you'll need to turn her into the Sugar Plum Fairy. You can find it in my Etsy Shop in the Tutorial section! From now until July 31, 2009, any of my blog readers can receive a $1 discount on the Ballerina Tutorial by entering BLOG1 in the message to seller at time of check out!

Bridal Giveaway!

2009-07-03T14:51:00.009-05:00

Time for another giveaway! This time I'm giving away this beautiful Bridal Ribbon Sculpture!!!

She can be mounted to a lapel pin, a hair clip, a magnet, or left unmounted. If you are the lucky winner and would prefer a different hair or flower color, I can award to you a 50% off discount on your custom order! The Bride retails for $7.

Entering is simple!

For one entry: Simply comment below and be sure to include your email address or contact information!

You can increase your chances of winning by any or all of the blow (1 additional entry for each, please let me know what you have done!)

Link to my blog or Etsy shop from your Facebook page!

Link to my blog or Etsy shop from your Twitter!

Follow my blog

Follow me on Twitter http://twitter.com/punkynmunky

Become a fan of Punky N Munky on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/pages/Punky-N-Munky/71276959019?ref=ts

For 2 extra entries, post about my giveaway on your blog! (please provide a link)

So that's 8 possible entries in all! Remember to come back and comment about all that you have done to receive your entries and be sure to leave me a way to contact you! If you have already done some of these, such as follow my blog or a Fan on my Facebook page, you can still count them as entries!!!

Last day to enter is July 31, drawing will be held shortly after!

Good Luck!!!

SCAVENGER HUNT TIME!!!!

2009-07-01T12:41:00.004-05:00

It's Scavenger Hunt Time!! From July 1st through 10th the Eclectic Artisans Team members are hiding the American Flag as one of the photos in an item listing in their shop!

There are 15 shops and 15 flags - it's YOUR job to find where they are hidden!

Be one of the FIRST FIVE people to EMAIL Michelle (e-mail address on the team blog post - just click here to find it!) the listing LINKS (all 15) as to where the flag is hidden in each shop and you will win YOUR CHOICE of THREE of the prizes shown!

Prizes are as follows:
1st person to email all 15 flags will get to pick 3 of the 15 prizes
2nd person gets to pick 3 of the 12 prizes that are left
3rd person gets to pick 3 of the 9 prizes that are left
4th person gets to pick 3 of the 6 prizes that are left
5th place person gets the remaining 3 awesome and fabulous prizes!

To find out more about who is participating, what you can win and where to start hunting, check out the EART Team Blog!

READERS! Just FOR YOU! We ARE ALL also Offering up a 20% discount off your purchase before shipping in ANY of the shops listed! Just use code: SCAVENGERHUNT20, This code expires on July 10th. (To use this code, please put it in the notes to seller upon check out and wait for a revised invoice!)

Win Prizes!!

2009-06-30T08:51:00.002-05:00

Want to win these wonderful prizes?!?! Stay tuned for the Eclectic Artisans Street Team Scavenger Hunt! It begins July 1st, so keep your eyes here!

Free Paint!

2009-06-27T08:51:00.002-05:00

Someone dear to me shared this link with me today and I thought I would pass it on to you! I mean, who doesn't like free? I'm sure everyone has something that they need to paint. I plan on using mine on an old nightstand for Punky's bedroom!

https://www.glidden.com/index.do

Custom Orders

2009-06-22T10:02:00.002-05:00

I love custom orders! This past month or so I've been pleasantly challenged by a few different buyers! Here are some recent requests!

Edward, Bella, and Jacob dressed as in the Prom scene from the Twilight movie. These are mounted to magnets.

Wonder Pets

Hungry Caterpillar, Hot Air Balloon, and Crab. The Little Red and Wolf were previous designs.

Most proud of this one Inspired by Mary Poppins!

Twitter

2009-06-22T07:20:00.003-05:00

So I'm trying to figure out this whole Twitter thing. I've started to "Tweet" (is that the right word???) when I have new listings and also just some casual tidbits throughout the day. I've also just added a "retweet" button to my little blog here. If you have a Twitter account, and you like a post that you read here, you can send it to your Twitter and "Retweet" my post, easy peasy!!!

Oh, hey, you can find me on Twitter here https://twitter.com/punkynmunky! Follow me if you'd like, or not :) I do try to follow most everyone back!

I've been featured!

2009-06-05T10:43:00.002-05:00

I've been featured on the Eclectic Artisans Team Blog! Check it out!
http://theeclecticartisansteam.blogspot.com/2009/06/fridays-featured-artistpunkynmunky.html?showComment=1244216500447#c1537799845695510324

Look at this!

2009-05-26T20:09:00.004-05:00

One of my sculptures is on one of my favorite blogs! Lauren's Bite! Check it out here! If you are a Twilight fan you'll love her blog! She is so funny! Thank you Lauren!

The Eclectic Artisans Team: Wordless Wednesday...

2009-05-20T11:18:00.000-05:00

The Eclectic Artisans Team: Wordless Wednesday...

Another giveaway??

2009-04-27T09:46:00.002-05:00

I'd like to do another giveaway for May. But the problem is, I don't know what you would want! Please tell me what sort of thing I can make that you'd all love to receive!!!! You can check through old posts or here in my shop for inspiration :) Please let me know!!!

"Sparkly Edward" or "The Skin of a Killer"

2009-04-25T21:05:00.005-05:00

So after a friend of mine suggested that I make the Edward "Sparkle", I went for it :). I like him better this way :) I had thought about naming it "The Skin Of A Killer", but thought it sounded a bit harsh, I didn't want to scare anyone away! This one I modeled after the scene in the movie where Edward shows Bella what he looks like in the sun with his shirt open...

Bella: It's like diamonds... you're beautiful.
Edward: Beautiful? This is the skin of a killer, Bella... I'm a killer.
Bella: I don't believe that.
Edward: That's because you believe only the lies... the camouflage. I'm the world's most dangerous predator, Bella. Every thing about me invites you in. My voice, my face, even my smell. As if I would need any of that... as if you could out run me... as if you could fight me off. I'm designed to kill.
Bella: I don't care.
Edward: I've killed people before.
Bella: It does not matter.
Edward: I wanted to kill you at first. I've never wanted a human's blood so much, before.
Bella: I trust you.
Edward: Don't.

I currently have it listed in my Etsy shop here: Sparkly Edward and Bella

Edward and Bella

2009-04-21T13:42:00.003-05:00

So I went ahead and made another set to list here :) I'm hoping someone loves them as much as my daughter and I do!