Washi Tape Week: Taking Washi Tape to the Next Level...seriously!

One of the great things about Washi Tape is the fact you can decorate up just about any type of product. A little splash of washi tape here and there will pull together a party, finish a craft project or simply add color to something otherwise bland.

Washi Tape Tubes
by Kathy Martin

Washi Tape Clips
by Sherry Cartwright

Washi?  What is washi?  In our craft world, washi is a paper tape.  Have you noticed the rainbow of patterns and colors that adorn those rolls of washi tape? Have you used them yet?

Here are a few ideas of projects using washi tape.

First up, a large blue paper clip.  I added pennant / banner / flags to it by simply folding the washi tape over it and then notching the ends.   I added mini rubons, a star brad and a rhinestone.

The second clip is standard size.  I used the same technique as above by feeding the washi tape through the clip and doubling over.  Cut notch.  Add one flower from a fancy frill border.

The next embellishment was an airplane shaped paper clip purchased at a local craft store.  I just added a simple strip of washi tape.  Simple, but cute.

Another shaped clip.  This time I folded a strip of washi in half, then tied it to the top of the arrow clip.  

The next clip embellishment was made in much the same way as the others, but this time folded to look like a puffy bow.  I added an adhesive pearl to the top. 

So many ideas to dress up an ordinary office supply.  Now, let's turn to what used to be a staple household item --- clothespin.  

Cover the clothespin with a strip of washi tape and trim off the excess with a craft knife.  Use a sticker to embellish.  These are cute on craft projects or with a magnet attached to the back for holding notes.  

Another super simple trick that could add some instant flair to your craft project --- covering a large brad with washi tape.  Think of the possibilities --- colors, patterns, oh my!  

For this embellishment, I used the number washi tape from the take note collection to cover a large lily white brad.   To make the brad shiny, you could add a layer of modge podge or glossy accents over the washi tape.

And lastly, a flower made from washi.  Oh yes, a flower.   I covered a piece of cardstock with washi, then punched it for the center of the flower.  Behind that I made a layer of washi ruffles --- fold over a strip of washi almost in half, leaving only a little sticky back out and then ruffle attaching it to the back of the punched piece.    Behind that layer is a ruffle of washi tape, adhesive side up.  Add glitter and brad.   

Here's a few ideas from a recent brainstorm:

• Cut piece of washi into long triangles and roll into beads, wrapping around a skewer or piercing tool.   
• Fold washi over doodle twine and notch edge to create a garland. 
• Fold washi tape in half lengthwise, twice the size of your wrist.  Wrap around pencil or glue tip and braid.  Finish off with button to make a cute bracelet. 
• Use washi as a label or tab.  Place on file folder and label with permanent marker or rub-ons. 

Can you think of any other creative uses for washi tape?   

Washi Tape Week: Monogram DIY by Shellye McDaniel

We loved what Shellye did with this monogram and hope to inspire you to create your own. We'd love to see you create it with other color combos from Doodlebug washi tapes. Please share your creation on our Facebook wall and you win (hint, hint)!

by Shellye McDaniel

You can pick up these heavy-weight chipboard alphabets at Hobby Lobby and Joann's Crafts. Be sure to paint the edges before you start decorating.

Trace a piece of white cardstock and adhere to the back of your alphabet so that your washi tape holds perfectly. You would hate to spend that much time and your washi tape start lifting.

Hope you enjoyed this!!

Washi Tape Week: Triple Layout Inspiration

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At the Park Layout
by Melinda Spinks

Designer's Notes: Washi Tape and I have a handshake agreement... it sits still and looks pretty on my display and I leave it in peace, untouched! Don't get me wrong, I love washi tape, but I love looking at it more and have a hard time convincing myself that it needs to be used. So when we were challenged to 'use' our washi tape in a creative way I decided it was time to break with tradition and really 'let go' and start unrolling those gorgeous tapes.

I laid a bed of washi tape down the page to create the background for the little scene and then hand-stitched the finer details over the top of the tape.

Supplies: Doodlebug Washi Tapes, Classic Collection Cut-outs, Lilywhite Doodlebug Cardstock, Lilywhite Fancy Frills, Lilywhite Chunky Brads, Hello Spring Shaped Brads, Lilywhite Hopscotch Alphas, Lilywhite Fancy Frills, Candy Shoppe Mini Rub-ons.


Rainbow Brite
by Jodi Wilton

Designer's Note: I wanted to create an entire layout using primarily washi tape! This is so easy to do with the fun and bright colors that Doodlebug has! Some techniques I used:

• To create the Rainbow, I used my die cut machine to cut out a rainbow on white cardstock. I then wrapped each section of the rainbow with a different color.
• I cut small banners of various lengths in the same rainbow colors and added them to the top and bottom of my layout.
• I used the red polka dot tape to create a border on both sides of the layout. To do this, I added the tape to white cardstock, and then used my border punch on the taped cardstock.

Some other ideas to note:

• I added twine in the same rainbow of colors.
• I added the same button colors on top of the banners.
• I added some Doodlebug flocking and pearls to give the clouds some added texture. 

Kissable
by Stephanie Buice

Stephanie used the washi tape to make a grid background.

Supplies: Washi Tape, Boutique Buttons, DB Stamps, Boys only collection, Headlines Cardstock Stickers, Teensy Type

by Melinda Spinks

Washi Tape Week: Tutorial Tuesday x Two

Chevron Washi Tape Card
by Amanda Coleman

Hi y'all!  Today I am sharing a photo tutorial on how to create a chevron pattern using washi tape.  It is super easy and only requires a few steps.  Check it out--

Making your own custom chevron design is super easy.  Here is how I did it: 

1. Cut two 6"x6" pieces of cardstock and affix your first piece of washi tape from corner to corner. 

2. Continue layering strips of washi tape until the entire piece of paper is covered.  Repeat with the second 6"x6" square.  

3. Trim excess washi tape or fold over the edges.  Turn one square 90 degrees.  Do not skip this step! 

4. Cut both squares into 1" strips and piece strips together to form a chevron.  Do this on your work surface before adhering to your card base.

5. Apply adhesive to card front and adhere chevron strips to front of card.  

6. Trim excess strips from front of card.

Now you have a custom chevron card base that you can embellish as you please. 

Supplies: Doodlebug Design Flower Box collection and Fruit Stand collection; tag die and sentiment stamp (Avery Elle)


Washi Tape Straws Tutorial 
by Monique Liedtke
 

 
This tutorial is super simple that the photos explain it all...but look closely. Those are straws that are covered with washi tape, not rolled paper.

 

Washi Tape Week: Storage + Fabric

We are so excited to dedicate this entire week to WASHI TAPE. We love it, you love it, everyone loves it. And if you're anything like us, then you cannot get enough of it...can you? We hope to inspire you to pull out this new favorite obsession for many of us and get crafty.

Washi Tape Storage
by Wendy Sue Anderson

Designer Note: I thought it would be fun to show you how I store my doodlebug washi tape.  I have a ribbon carousel (http://ribboncarousel.com/) that was designed to hold spools of ribbon.  I have plenty of ribbon, but I don't use it as much as I find myself using washi tape (and baker's twine) these days.  So I moved my ribbon to another spot and put all of my fun, bright, colorful doodlebug washi tape and doodle twine on the carousel.  It's easy to see all of my options at a glance without having to dig through a basket or bin.  I also love that I can just tear off however much I need without having to remove the spool from it's storage container.  Not only is it super functional, it looks so fun sitting on my work desk and it makes me happy every time I see it!

Washi Tape Inspired Fabric Project
by Amy Chappell

Okay so this isn't really a "washi tape" projects, but the Doodlebug washi tape inspired Amy to creating this darling notebook cover out of the fun Ladybug Garden fabrics. See how darling the washi tape coordinateds??