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Birthday Celebrations in the Garden of Eden

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This Garden of Eden themed birthday party by Claudia Cortez of iCandy parties featured on Kara’s Party Ideas is one of the most unique party ideas I’ve seen in quite some time. Assuming your guests share your family’s religious beliefs, this is a lovely way to honor a special birthday girl while teaching kids about an important Bible story.

If you’re not particularly religious, many of the details in this party could be adapted to other themes as well. The cute flower garland hung over the dessert table is a personal favorite of mine! The author doesn’t go into how to create the flowers, but I’m fairly certain they are a larger version of the white paper roses I created for an article on LoveToKnow Crafts.

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Sweet Cookie Embroidery (Japanese Edition)

“Sweet Cookie Embroidery (Japanese Edition)” by nashi is a Kindle-exclusive Japanese craft book that introduces readers to the art of Totsuka embroidery through the lens of confectionery-inspired designs. The book showcases the delicate and charming icing cookie designs of sweets artist KUNIKA, translating them into embroidered accessories using simple stitches.

The book features a collection of designs inspired by KUNIKA’s icing cookies, rendered through Totsuka embroidery techniques. Each design is accompanied by clear instructions and illustrations, making it accessible even to beginners. The use of embroidery threads, beads, and pearls adds depth and texture to the creations, enhancing their visual appeal.

The designs are characterized by their simplicity and elegance, reflecting the aesthetic of KUNIKA’s original cookie art. The Totsuka embroidery technique employed is straightforward, utilizing basic stitches that are easy to follow. This approach ensures that both novice and experienced embroiderers can enjoy the projects.

While specific user reviews for the Kindle edition are limited, the book has been positively received in other formats. For instance, a review on Japanese Creative Books describes the designs as “lovely simple designs, a bit limited but completely worth the money if you like the style.” The reviewer also notes that the book offers “the best prices for Japanese embroidery books.”

“Sweet Cookie Embroidery (Japanese Edition)” by nashi is a delightful resource for those interested in combining the art of embroidery with the whimsical charm of confectionery designs. Its clear instructions and appealing projects make it a valuable addition to any craft enthusiast’s collection.