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"Kathy Cano Murillo strikes us as one of those people who, stranded on a desert island with nothing but a volleyball, a deck of playing cards and some coconuts, would not only craft a rescue vehicle and distress signal but whip up a spiffy castaway-themed wardrobe to wear as she did so. And she would be having a great time. And so would you. Visit the Arizona Republic contributor's site to get the craft fever yourself."

– USA Today

The Crafty Chica DIY Project Library: a collection of fabulous handmade ideas by Kathy Cano-Murillo, the Crafty Chica!

Thursday, August 16, 2007

Watercolor Paper Luggage Tag


A couple months ago, I featured an easy way to brighten up a rolling suitcase with rubber stamps and fabric paint. Every week I receive letters and e-mails from crafty people who tried the idea and loved it.

I love those moments. Because there's still time for summer travel, I thought I'd add to the spirit of the personalized suitcase with a luggage tag to match.

This trick involves watercolor paper, acrylic paint and varnish. The varnish gives the painted watercolor paper a laminated texture that wards off moisture and tears.

If you don't want to use your fabulous handmade tags on your luggage, use them on gifts or for organizing in your home, or make several and create a fun book.

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* All content/photos copyright, Kathy Cano Murillo, 2006. Photos property and courtesy of Arizona Republic and AzCentral.com. For more artsy goodness, check out CraftyChica.com *

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1 Comments:

I have that suitcase! Love this idea!
Anonymous Anonymous, at 8:44 PM  

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