If you've never heard of washi tape, allow me to introduce you: it's beautiful colorful tape that originates from
Japan and has taken over the craft scene by storm. It feels like
masking tape — very pretty masking tape, but it's made of paper. It comes in patterns,
designs and
varying widths to allow you to create some fun and intricate washi tape
designs.
Washi tape is typically made from natural fibers, such as bamboo or
hemp, but most commonly from the bark of trees that are native to
Japan — the mulberry, the mitsumata shrub or the gampi tree. Most washi
tapes are strong (as strong as duct tape in some cases!) and functional
as well as pretty, making them wonderful for both everyday and
decorative use.
I have several projects planned for the upcoming holidays but here are a few I found to inspire you to try washi tape yourself.
Kira from Her New Leaf covered a laptop keyboard with colorful washi tape.
Escort cards from the haystack needle
Washi tape journal from etsy seller RuthBleakley
Covered glass candle votives from Japanistic
Covered clipboard from gingersnap crafts
Favor boxes from Martha Stewart Weddings.
Rainbow bunting by Poppytalk
Retro inspired vase from How About Orange
Did I inspire you to use washi tape for your next project?
Did I inspire you to use washi tape for your next project?
