READER'S ROCK LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE VOL 2 ISSUE 4 NOVEMBER 2014 VOL 2 ISSUE 6 - JAN-FEB 2015 | Page 61

Fold length of fabric onto itself, right sides together, and measure a 24-inch square. Pin to hold it together. Sew each open edge using a straight seam with 1/2-inch seam allowance. Remove pins and turn cover right side out. Using coordinating thread, sew buttons onto outside flap enclosure for added embellishment. Place cover over pillow insert. Faux Fur Envelope Pillow: 1. Repeat steps above, starting with faux fur fabric trimmed to 19 inches by 30 inches. Candy Clear cellophane gift wrap Ribbon Starting at the top of the mug, trace semi-circles with permanent marker in a scallop pattern, using the bottle cap as a guide. Repeat until you reach desired number of scalloped rows. Add dots to scallop pattern if desired. Use alcohol and cotton balls to dab away mistakes, if needed. Fill mug with candy. , Wrap mug with clear cellophane gift wrap and gather open ends at top; secure with ribbon. #11960 DIY Scalloped Sharpie Mug Project courtesy of Mallory Nikolaus at Classy Clutter Crafting time: 1-2 hours Skill level: No experience necessary Supplies and Tools: Ceramic mug Gold Sharpie Permanent Marker Bottle cap (approximately 1-inch diameter) Rubbing alcohol Cotton balls Source: Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores