My Best Craft Supplies and Tools For Beginners On A Budget

 

Knowing what craft and sewing supplies to buy is so important.  You want to have the highest rated and top quality that all the top crafter's are using. Am I right?!  You also might be asking yourself "What craft supplies should I buy on a budget?  What's the cheapest way to get started if you want to make Junk Journals?  What are the must have supplies for any crafter to have?

Here is My Best Craft Supplies and Tools List recommendation for beginners who are getting started on a budget that I use on my YouTube channel, Markets of Sunshine.

You can pick these up on Amazon for a great price at the links below:

Art Glitter Glue Bundle: https://amzn.to/3hT0lnd

Mod Podge: https://amzn.to/3eFmZxm

Scotch Shipping Tape Set: https://amzn.to/2VXvCgk

Krylon Marbelizing (webbing) Spray 4oz Black Lava: https://amzn.to/36Spmss

Webbing spray white: https://amzn.to/3eHlz5G

Webbing spray Gold: https://amzn.to/3hQTv1I

Silver Webbing Spray: https://amzn.to/3BlVnr3

White Gesso: https://amzn.to/3iB4ECS

Aleene's Tacky Glue 8 oz.: https://amzn.to/2UD8009

Aleene's Tacky Glue 8 oz. Fine tip: https://amzn.to/3zrhcDP

Corner rounder punch 5 mm: https://amzn.to/2Ur7XEV

Fiskars easy action scissors: https://amzn.to/3iBSA4e

Large eye blunt sewing needles set: https://amzn.to/3iwImSJ

Tim Holtz mini ink pads distress oxide: https://amzn.to/3ixlXVl

Tim Holtz four pack ink pads: https://amzn.to/3eIivGq

Ranger Liquid Pearls set of 6: https://amzn.to/3hWCROo

• Baker Ross EV4062 Self Adhesive Foam Sheets - Pack of 20, Class Pack of Craft Pages for Kids Arts and Craft Activities, Great for Cutting, Gluing or Sewing!

https://amzn.to/3fBOqZw

Visit me on my YouTube channel and see these supplies in action Monday through Thursday and occasionally on the weekend.

Click here to Subscribe to my YouTube channel, Markets of Sunshine and learn from me how to make awesome gifts and decor out of all those supplies you have piled up in your craft room or dining room table.  

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Disclaimer: I will make a small commission when you make a purchase using my affiliate links above.  This does not increase the cost to you at all.  Happy Shopping!

Marsha

Junk Journal July Embellishments Kit Club

 

July Junk Journal Embellishments Kit Club $10 plus shipping

Inside you'll find four pockets filled with a variety of goodies for you to use when making your own Junk Journal.  There are handmade embellishments for tuck spots, pockets, altered paper clips, tags and more all inside this beautiful floral themed holder.

Be sure to Subscribe to my channel and Watch my presentation video on my YouTube channel, Markets of Sunshine. Then head on over to my Etsy shop and pick up your July Embellishments Kit today!

For the full list of what will come in your kit click the Shop Now button below.

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As a perk you'll get spoiled with lots of goodies which includes a 20% off discount code that you can use on your monthly kit and other purchases from my two Etsy shops.

Bohemian Junk Journal Embellishments Challenge

 Learn how to make a variety of pretty and wild embellishments in styles from around the world on my YouTube channel, Markets of Sunshine.  I've joined in a fun challenge with my crafting collab friend Lynda Coker.  Be sure to check out her YouTube channel and Subscribe so you don't miss any new videos in our series.

Altered Paper Clips Challenge - Twelve Weeks Of Creative Fun

 Join in the fun of making twelve decorative paper clips in this interactive Altered paper clips challenge hosted on Markets of Sunshine YouTube channel. <<<click

 Begins June 8, 2021 and ends September 7, 2021.  If you want to share your finished altered paper clip on social media for all to see please use the hashtag #mosalteredpaperclips

To join in the challenge simple Subscribe to our channel and follow along with each weeks design. There is a supplies list that you will need to follow.  You can pick up the PDF file in our Facebook Group Junk Journal Junction. <<<click

 Or, by signing up for  my free newsletter via email. <<<<Click the blue highlighted text <<<<

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Did You Know You Can Crochet On Fabric? Learn How In This Video

 

If you've been crocheting for a while you might be looking for some new ideas of what you can make.

Here's a fun way to add pizzazz to any embellishment and turn boring into awesome!

Click the video below to watch this easy process.

Enjoy!

Marsha

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June Embellishments Kit For Paper Crafts Markets of Sunshine Etsy Shop

 

Tan Butterfly and Bird Kit $5 plus shipping

Blue Butterfly and Bird Kit $5 plus shipping 

See what comes in the kit and what you can use it for in my latest video on YouTube.

DIY GIFTS Using Textured Wallpaper Cloth - Mini Junk Journals

 Make a beautiful junk journal and give as a gift using textured wallpaper cloth.  I'll show you how in this video on my YouTube channel, Markets of Sunshine.  You can buy the wallpaper in my Etsy shop click here .. Shop Now!

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How To Make Your DIY Projects Look Consistent

 Do you struggle with the idea of starting a new craft or sewing project?  Have you thought about selling your handmade products online but don't know where to start?  You're not alone.  I used to think that it was so easy to make something and open up a shop online and that the sells would come flooding in.  But, guess what?  That doesn't happen unless you're a Celebrity with big bucks to pay a promoter and market your business and website to the masses.

So what do we little fish do to get the word out about our website and business?  Social media and word of mouth advertising.  Yes, and you have to ask people to check out your site.  Otherwise, how will they know that you even have a business online?

In this video I'll give you some pro tips on how to give your handmade products a signature look that will get you raving fans in no time.

While, you're on my YouTube channel soaking up this free content, I'd like to ask you to Subscribe to my channel and share it with a few friends on your social media for me.  You'd be doing me a big favor.

In return I'm doing a giveaway when I reach 400 Subbies.

Thanks!

Enter My 400 Subscriber's Giveaway On YouTube at Markets of Sunshine For A Chance To Win Free Craft Supplies From Crafter's Companion

 

What can be more exciting than to win Free craft supplies?

If you love to make cards, junk journals or do scrapbooking then you'll want to Subscribe to my YouTube channel.  Every week I make a video about one of these topics.  I also share beginner sewing and embroidery tips once in a while.

Right now I'm working on reaching my goal of 400 subscribers on my YouTube channel.  We are so close to reaching it so I decided to start the giveaway early.

***************Here's how to enter: Click the arrow next to each question and type Yes in the box (after you Subscribe and Follow) then click submit. That enters you in the Giveaway.

1. Subscribe to my channel with a Public account

2. Like, share and comment on the giveaway video

3. Enter the rafflecopter form below

4. Follow my blog 

5.  Open to USA and International (International winner will pay for the shipping or forfeit the prize)

Once we reach 400+ subscriber's I will select the winner.

To see what the prize will be watch the video below.  

You don't have to make an account on YouTube.  You use your email account to sign-in so that you can leave a comment and share.  Don't forget to Subscribe!

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What's the Easiest Way To Make a Junk Journal Using a 12 x 12 Paper Tutorial

 Are you new to making junk journals?  Do you have 12 x 12 paper packs and you don't know what you want to make with them?  I'll show you what you can make with them in this video tutorial.

Use up your 12 x 12 paper pack and make cute happy mail gifts and the easiest fun way to make a junk journal all in one project.  

Inside you'll find lots of surprises that are also super easy to make.  Use up paper scraps with this project too.  Now on with the show....click the video below to begin.

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How To Make Your Bible Study Time Creative #marketsofsunshine

 Here are some quick and easy tips to make your Bible study time creative.  They are proven to get you started off on the right foot with the right mindset.  Are you ready!  Let's go! #marketsofsunshine

 

Tip #1 - Change From Boring To Creative by making a mind shift of how you view your Bible study time.  Don't just read the Bible and research a topic. Take it a step further by writing down what you learned.  But in a creative way with art!  Catch my last blog post about How to make Creative Bible Study Notes in your art journal <<<click <<<

Tip #2 - Decorate your journal or notebook cover.  Take the cover from boring to amazing with just a few simple elements.  I'll show you how in the video below.  You don't even have to spend any money on supplies.  You probably have them already on hand. Or should!

Tip #3 - Add color to the pages of your study notes using markers, washi tape (I explain it in the video too) sticker and rubber stamps.

Tip #4 - Change your view.  By that I mean look out a window at nature or go outside if you can and sit in nature before you start reading and writing.  This will immediately help your mind to relax and put you in touch with the Creator of Heaven and Earth.  What better way to meditate on the things you are learning about him and his purposes.

Tip #5 - Meditate by thinking and talking about what you read and learned with someone who cares about what you are doing.  Don't waste time trying to share your excitement with someone who will miss the import of what you are feeling.  Share these spiritual gems with someone else is a Bible reader.

Now, to take this a step further I go in depth in my video over on my YouTube channel at Markets of Sunshine.  I hope you'll take the time to watch and Subscribe to my channel so you don't miss out on any of my Creative tutorials.

Thanks for being here and following along with me on this Creative Journey!

Warm Christian Love,

Marsha

P.S. Keep Creating In Sunshine!

A New Way To Make A Junk Journal With A No Sew Binding Method! #craftwithme

 So just how many ways are there to make a junk journal?  Well, I've found there are at least a dozen methods and styles to choose from.  If you're not a DIY person and would like to find out just what is a junk journal.  You may purchase one in my Etsy shop, Markets of Sunshine.  Click Here!

Follow along on my YouTube channel and #craftwithme as I show you all twelve this year (2021).

How To Make 2021 A Better Year Than 2020! My Top Ten List For You Will Get You Started!!

 There is an old song you may remember hearing titled, "What The World Needs Now Is Love".

 

It's been sung by many artists through the decades of it's debut.  Looking back on 2020 made me think of this song just about everyday of the year.  So here is my list of the ways we all can make 2021 a better year than 2020 if we do these simple yet powerful things everyday.

1.  Be Grateful.  Keeping a gratitude journal has been proven in many medical journals to reduce stress and to take the focus off the negative things happening around us.  So make or pick up a blank journal and write at least three (3) things in it that you are grateful for each day.  You'll find some beautiful handmade ones in my Etsy shop at click here >> Markets of Sunshine

2.  Show Honor.  The word honor in the Bible means to deeply appreciate and deeply respect.  We are admonished to show honor to one another and take the lead in doing so.  That means don't wait for the other person to show you honor you do it first.  So put this to practice right in your own family or with your friends.  

3.  Be Joyful.  True joy comes from God and only He can give us joy.  So how do we receive this joy?  By reading his word the Bible daily.  Since he is the "Happy God" reading a portion of his word that talks about being happy will naturally begin to rub off on us.  So take time each day to read a portion of the book of Psalms.  

4.  Complain Less.  Now this is one that might not be so easy for most of us to conquer.  But, it's at the top of the list of things to stop doing in order to live a better 2021.  Since 2020 brought the focus on life and death shouldn't we learn how to really look at the bigger picture?  The world does not revolve around us.   We are all in this together to make the world a better place!

5.  Spend Less.  I was following the Dave Ramsey budgeting system to get out of debt and pay off my credit cards.  Then the pandemic hit and financial experts said to do just the opposite.  Stop using all your extra money to pay off credit card debt.  So personally that is what I decided to do.  And, since my small business on Etsy took a huge hit and came to a screeching halt I had no other choice but to lower the amount I can pay each month.

6.  Save More.  Since 2020 taught us to remember the past and learn from history.  It did for me anyway.  Remember, 1918 saw a pandemic.  Remember 1927 saw the depression.  So what happened last year was nothing new.  It just happened before most of us were born.  We are working on a 6 month income savings plan.

7.  Compare Less.  One of the best ways to lose your joy is by comparing yourself to other's.  Someone will always have more than we do.  That's just a fact of life.  A better job.  A bigger house.  A bigger bank account.  And better health.  If we put our focus on doing better than someone else we will never be happy with what we already have.

8.  Clear Out More.  Material possessions can take over our life if we let them.  Take a good look around you and see what rooms can house a little less stuff.  Studies have shown that owning less makes us happier.  Our minds can process our surroundings better.  We don't have to clean and dust as much either.

9.  Smile More.  This has been my rule to start my day before I even get out of bed by putting a smile on my face.  I say to myself, It's a great day to be alive and serve the living and true God!  I then say a prayer of "Thanks" for being a live to see his creation another day and just enjoy those I love in my life!

10.  Be Kind More.  A random act of kindness for your neighbor means anyone and everyone around you.  By doing a kind deed for someone each day whether you know them or not will make you feel good and will surely make them feel good.  Give it a try and see how much better you start to feel.  You might even start looking for ways you can show a kind act to someone each and every blessed day!

So no matter what 2021 has in store for us (and it's already not going well) let's all make it a Better Year Together!

Sending You Sunshine,

Marsha Jaramillo

Blogger, Entrepreneur, Wife and Mother

Bonus Tip: Learn a new skill like crafting or sewing.  Follow along with me on my YouTube channel at

Markets of Sunshine <<< click here <<<

 

300 Subscriber's Giveaway Winner's Announcement! Markets of Sunshine YouTube Channel For Crafting and Sewing Community!

 We did it!  We smashed the goal of 300 Subscribers today on Markets of Sunshine YouTube crafting and sewing community channel.  Wahoo!!

There are 5 prizes so I'll be picking 5 winners from those who follow all the rules below.

They are easy so everyone can enter.  Grand prize is a $30 store credit to be used in either one of my two Etsy shops.  Open to International and Domestic Subscriber's winner only.

Prizes 2 through 5 are open to only Domestic Subscriber winners with a USA mailing address. 

I will select the items for each winner and notify you by email address that you enter on the rafflecopter form below.

RULES TO ENTER:

1. Subscribe to my YouTube channel Markets of Sunshine at 
2.  https://www.youtube.com/c/SunshineFarmgirlCoopDeltona/videos
3. Fill out the rafflecopter form below in full
4. Share this blog post on your social media and tag me @marketsofsunshine
5. Comment below about the giveaway and why you would like to win

Thanks for entering and being a part of my creative community on YouTube.

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How To Make Inspirational Journal Cards for Your Journals or Scrapbooks With This Beautiful Embellishment Technique

 My motto for 2021 is to "Be A Kind Human"!  Do my part to bring some kindness into someones life each day.  Whether it is through my videos, on social media in my comments, or in one on one relationships with my friends and family members.

To get the ball rolling I made these beautiful journal cards with the sentiment "Be Kind" on the front.

Here is the list of supplies that you will need to make this project.  You will also find them in my Etsy shop at Markets of Sunshine. click here <<<<

Supplies List

• 8.5 x 11 inch sheet of white or cream card stock
• one book page
• small piece of art paper cut to fit on the front of your card leaving a small border
  
• glue stick
• ink pad and stamps
• white gesso
• a variety of paint colors 4 different colors that look good together (one should be a metallic)
  
• stencil pattern of your choice

Now here is a detailed step by step process.  You can also watch my video to see exactly how it's done in a live presentation.

Step 1:  cut your card stock in half at 5.5 inches then fold in half.  You'll have two card blanks.

Step 2:  take your piece of art paper and add your paint colors one at a time as shown in the video using a bouncing technique with the tip of your paint brush.

Step 3:  Wait for the paint to dry before moving on to the next step.  Or, use a heat gun to speed up the drying process.

Step 4:  Take your decorative stamps and fill in the page until it looks good to you.  More is good here.

Step 5:  Lay your stencil on the art paper and apply the gesso to fill in the design you've chosen. Let dry.

Step 6:  Use your metallic paint and add highlights to the raised texture of the gesso.  Let dry.

Step 7:  Tear a piece of the book page to fit in the center of your artwork as shown in the picture.  Then ink the edges with a distress ink from Ranger.  I like to use Brushed Corduroy.

Step 8:  Stamp the words Be Kind onto your white piece of card stock that is smaller than your book page piece.. Then ink the edges as well.

Step 9:  Glue the center of the artwork paper and attach it to the card front.  Glue the book page in the center and center it on top of the artwork paper.  Glue the sentiment in the center and add it on top of the book page.

Step 10:  Sew all the edges of the papers using your sewing machine for a finished look.  Zigzag looks great on the artwork paper.  A straight stitch works fine for the book page and sentiment piece.

Enjoy! using it for a daily motto in 2021 and join this "Be A Kind Human" movement!

Sending You Sunshine!

Marsha

Craft and Sewing Facebook Group For All Levels of Skill and Knowledge - Junk Journal Junction

 Are you looking for a Facebook group you can join that is not too big so that you don't get lost in the sea of posts?  You've found it!  Join us at Junk Journal Junction.  We are a small close knit community of creative minds from around the world.  You will be warmly welcome!

 Meet one of the Admin's from our group, Marsha Jaramillo.  

Hi!  I want to share a little bit about myself with you all. 

I'm a native Floridian and enjoy all kinds of outdoor activities.

Crafting and sewing are in my genes.  I'm never bored because you can find me playing in my craft room most days of the week.

She also runs two Etsy shops with the help of her husband, Rafael.

>>> Markets of Sunshine and Pioneer Fundraiser.<<< click to viist

  Check them out today!

                                                  

Meet Lynda the brains behind Junk Journal Junction.  

She lives in Texas with her husband.  You can find her most days on Medium.com where she shares stories for all ages.  I have yet to find one that is boring.   She has an imagination that will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish!

Did I mention that we also have a YouTube channel?  You can learn so much from us by watching our step-by-step tutorials.  We invite you to Subscribe to the channels and then join us in our crafting community on Facebook.

Marsha's channel is Markets of Sunshine, click to Subscribe

Lynda's channel is Lynda Coker, click to Subscribe

Thanks! for stopping by and we hope to see you soon!

Marsha

                                                                                        

How To Make Word Embellishments Look Aged, Distressed or Weathered for Your Junk Journal Pages and More!

 The one thing that I was missing most in my craft projects was a final statement.  In a word, a word embellishment!  A word is just a word but a word embellishment is a statement!  (I just made that up!)

Let me show you just how easy it is to make your own wordy message on your creative items with just a few supplies that you already have on hand.  I'm sure of that!!!

Watch my video tutorial right now and start turning those gifts into works of art!

Sending You Sunshine,

Marsha

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What Is The Best Quilting Machine For A Beginner?

 This is my question to the sewing experts out there in the quilting community.  I am wanting to purchase a free-motion quilting machine that is around $200.00 and is easy to use.  I was looking at the Brother CS7000i quilt and sewing machine that is around $199.00.  I've read the reviews on it and many are saying there are issues with the bobbin and the thread underneath bunches up on them.

 

Others are saying read the manual carefully several times so that you know exactly how to do the bobbin.  It seems that the bobbin is the biggest issue with this machine.  

What quilting machine do you have?

What issues do you have with your brand machine?

Do you have a Brother quilting machine?  If so, which one?

Head on over to my YouTube channel and see the handmade quilts that I have made all with the slow stitch hand method.

Be sure to hit the big red Subscribe button once you are on my channel and hit the bell so that you don't miss any new updates.  Click here Markets of Sunshine

200 Subscriber Giveaway On YouTube!

 We made it to 200 Subscriber's at Markets of Sunshine YouTube channel!  Wahoo!!!

Thank you so much to all who have put their time and energy into watching and supporting me with my DIY video tutorials and tips.  Teaching has always been what I like to do most and now I am able to do that with my own little TV channel on the world wide web.

As promised we are doing a Giveaway Contest with two prizes.  Here are the rules for entering and having a chance to win one of the prizes.

1.  Subscribe to my YouTube channel (link on entry form below.)

2.  Join my mailing list (link on entry form below)

3.  Share this blog post on your social media site and tag me @marketsofsunshine

4.  Fill out the Raffelcopter entry form below to get in the contest.

Winner's will be drawn on November 30, 2020.

PRIZES ARE: 

ONE $10 STORE CREDIT TO MARKETS OF SUNSHINE ETSY SHOP AND ONE $10 STORE CREDIT TO PIONEER FUNDRAISER ETSY SHOP.

***Winner is responsible to pay shipping and any amount over the $10.  There is no cash value to the prize.  Any amount not spent is lost.  Prize has to be used by December 31, 2020 or it will be forfeited.

 

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Quilt As You Go New Method of Quilting For Beginners and Intermediate Sewers

 Have I got a treat for all of you beginner and intermediate sewers out there who want to learn how to make a quilt block and add the binding in just a few easy steps.  You can make a 12 inch quilt block with binding in under 1 hour with this easy method.  I'm so happy to have discovered it.

 

I'd love for you to Subscribe to my channel and support my little crafting and sewing DIY community.  I'll also share my Etsy seller tips with you as well.  So you can turn a hobby into a side hustle in just a few steps. Check out my Etsy shop, Markets of Sunshine here <<< click <<<

Watch the video below.  Share it on your social media so others can learn this cool tip.  Comment and let me know that it was helpful to you.  Thanks!