Hello! So you want to customize a fabric support with flex? But you have a doubt on the side of the HTV vinyle that must be cut? I hope this article will help you!

First of all I want to clarify that we talk about flex or vinyl heat-sealing or vinyl HTV (Vinyl Heat transfer) ie vinyl that is laid and that is adhered thanks to the heat an iron or a press.

The flex adheres to cotton, polycotton and polyester. It is important to be careful that the fabric supports the temperature required by the flex to adhere.

I also remember you that the cuts are mirrored. That is, cutting « upside down » since you put the flex on the opposite side of the cut on the fabric. Above all, do not forget it!

1 / the flex with 2 sides

This is the simplest case, a colored side and a white side. In some cases it is necessary to cut in mirror on the white side.

2 / the flex has the same color on both sides

In this case, we must take off a corner to identify where the side of the HTV vinyle is and where is the transparent part that supports this vinyle. As previously: put the transparent side on the cutting mat to mirror on the flex side.

You have to look at the parameters of the flex during the purchase to make sure of the required temperature to ensure a good adhesion. In general it is 150 ° C for 15 seconds. It is then necessary to remove the protection either cold or hot. Again, refer to the vinyl instructions. We can always try to remove the hot pad and see if the vinyl fits on the fabric or not, but it may damage the drawing, so be careful.

Do not hesitate to tell me if this article was useful to you!

See you soon!

I embarked on a knitting shawl project with my degraded blue wool. It takes time … and so many days of challenge # 100daysproject

why such a shawl?

It’s been a long time since I made a shawl. I offered the last to mom. At this time it’s cool in the evening, I’d like to have something to put on my shoulders. And then I’m going to have a few hours to get busy … the right time to start a knitting project.

How did I do?

There are tons of schema on the internet .. I took one that I like. I found a blue gradient cake, ideal for these big projects. First, I printed the diagram to always have it with me. Then I started.

From the beginning, I can see that this shawl will be beautiful .. but also that it will be long to crocheter! I love the blue, and this change of colors without thinking, just because the ball is made like that, it’s great. I have bridles that hook on top, which gives a great relief to the shawl. The drawing is repeated as and when, it gives a great shawl. Here is the final result of this blue shawl:

blue shawl knitting by La Caverne d’Hélène

I must take a picture of him on my shoulders .. he is really too beautiful and sweet!

Here we are at day 89 of # 100daysproject and I am delighted to make an amber necklace this time!

Why such a necklace?

After the black collar I made yesterday I wanted a lighter necklace. I found the amber beads I have. I thought it was very classy. In addition, I still wish to change my style and I would like to have pendants. I rummage in all my pearls to find 3 amber colors that can hang on one side and therefore act as pendants.

How did I do?

I use the super strong fishing line I have. I choose a clasp for necklace, which I position thanks to crushed pearls. The pearls are beautiful, they are transparent. The largest are 3.5cm long. Here is a picture of the result of this amber necklace:

Finally, the necklace is 26cm neck, without taking into account the length of the pearls dangling.

I find it really nice. It can accompany different colors of outfits. It is still discreet and it’s really what I like! Feel free to comment or contact me if you want to see other jewelry that I can do. You can also ask me very specific colors, the cave of Helen, the creations that adapt to your desires!

Here we are at day 89 of the challenge #100daysproject and I continue to enjoy with pearls and jewels and I will make a black necklace.

Why such a necklace?

I have these beautiful black matte pearls that attract me. Two of them are streaked blue, super pretty. They make me want to make a necklace. It’s funny, it’s been a long time that I did not make jewelry and I take a lot of pleasure to redo my assemblages of pearls … From separate elements to then create something that I like and that is super nice !!

How do I make this black necklace?

First, I decide to use metal tubes to lighten the necklace between 2 beads. Then I look at how I can place the pearls. I do not want to make a necklace too long. Finally I take my fishing wire ultra resistant, and I start not put the pearls. I use crimp beads at each end and I place the clasp closer to the pearls. A pliers to close and voila and a nice necklace is obtained!

He is class isn’t it? The beads are about 3.5cm long and the total length is about 27cm. Perfect for me!

And you what do you think?

Here we are at day 88 of the challenge #100daysproject and I go back to my first love: jewels! I’m going to make a bohemian beads bracelet

why such a bracelet?

A little chip had this bracelet as a gift for Christmas and the clasp broke. His mom brought it back so that I could do the necessary repairs. So I took it apart to do it again.

How do I make this bracelet?

This bracelet is made of woven bohemian beads. I cross the threads on a pearl of rock which is found in the middle of 4 pearls which thus form a flower. I add beads between 2 flowers to accompany the change of colors. For this bracelet I chose a bright pink and a transparent turquoise blue. I use an ultra resistant fishing line. For the clasp, I take an ethnic clasp that is in 2 parts. A « rod » that puts on, so we can put the bracelet alone, it’s super convenient! Here is a picture of the finished bracelet:

So, what do you think? He’s bright, is not he? I really like this placement of pearls, I find the rendering really top! It really brightens the wrist and can be associated with many different outfits. And you what do you think? Do you like it too? Do not hesitate to contact me to have the same!

Here is day 30 of the # 100daysproject, and it’s about time that I attack Mother’s Day! However today I’m going to make a Batman mask for my son’s birthday.

Why did I do a Batman mask?

Batman is probably one of the most classic superheroes! It is timeless! So it’s difficult to make superhero masks without doing batman! The boys totally agree with me!

How did I do this mask?

My first concern: I have no more black felt .. I still have another felt but it is not the same quality. I think the technical term is combed. It is softer, it stands less. I decided to try to see the result I will get. For the mask itself, I started by adding long ears to make the head of bats. To finish a sharp nose. Then obviously the acronym of Batman. The famous bat in an oval, all in yellow.

The mask is not bad at all. It is less rigid than the others because of the black felt, but I like it too. It gives him another style, it’s not bad either.

and you? Do you like it?

Don’t hesitate to contact me if you want some masks for your kids!

For this 26th day of # 100days project, I will do a Hulk mask!

Why a Hulk mask?

I think the kids will be happy to leave with superhero masks! I even have an idea of ​​fishing duck blind so that they can recover! My little wolf already has a Hulk costume, but he does not wear the mask because he is plastic and he does not stop falling, I had already in my TO DO list to make him a mask in felt, I will finally do it!

How did I do this mask?

I started by depicting Hulk’s face with ruffled hair and then I separated the colors: green for the face and black for the hair. Then I took the measures on the face of my little end to adjust the size of the mask. I then chose in my felt, the colors closest to those I have in mind. I love this felt, she cuts herself easily, she stands well, great! A little glue and that’s it!

It will be necessary that I add the elastic so that this mask fits around the head of my loulou.

and you do you like it? Don’t hesitate to contact me if you would like to have the same!