Birth Announcement - Subway Art

Last month our family welcomed a new baby.

Shaunna - If you are reading this  STOP NOW! 

Unless you want to see the little surprise I have for you!

I get the honor of having another niece!

 Don't you just LOVE babies?

I DO!

They smell delicious, soft skin, and they are just plain precious.

I saw something similar to this Subway Art and new I had to make one for our sweet new addition. 

(I just can't remember where...I really need to do better at keeping track of where I see all these amazing ideas.  People are brilliant and I owe credit to the person who created the original - cuz it wasn't me.)

Print it.  Frame it.  Gift it.

PERFECT.

Just like a brand new baby.

Holy Names

I am really excited to show you this project!  I couldn't post it sooner because I made it for my in laws Christmas gift.  I didn't want them to accidentaly see it.  They came down this past week for a visit so I was able to give them their gift.  I saw this BEAUTIFUL idea on I Show Off Vinyl Designs and new this would make a perfect gift for my in laws.  Especially since they arrived home just a few months ago from a 2 year service mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Australia. 

I created the image in Photoshop because I wanted to do something more than vinyl.  There are so many fun options that Photoshop offers!  I kept the same design/set up that Becky from I Show Off did but made a few minor changes and addtions.  I hope they enjoy it!

If anyone is interested in printing out your own picture, please let me know!  I have the JPEG saved and will be more than happy to share!  All you will need to do is save it to your computer and send it to Costco to have it printed in the size of your choice.  I say Costco because they are so quick and inexpensive!

Home Movie Theatre

Holly needed a super cute decor idea for her parents home theatre.  A sign for POPCORN!  She wanted something different and unique.  One that no other theatre would have. 

Here is what we came up with!

We found a an old cupboard door that needed a new home!  We spent a few minutes sanding down the old stuff, making it nice and smooth so it was ready to paint!  Decided to use Krylon Antique White spray paint.  Why?  Because spray paint is AWESOME!  Spray the first coat and allow to dry.  Apply a second coat and let it dry.  Once paint is completely dry, glaze over the top using Ralph Lauren Technique Glaze tinted Old Violin Brown.  Cut out vinyl and apply!  Simple as that.

Now, I can't wait for her parents house to be finished so it can be displayed for all to see!  Oh and maybe if I am super duper nice, Wendy will let me hang out in the theatre and watch Holly play Wii Just Dance 2!



Shadow Boxes

I have decided that shadow boxes do not receive the credit they deserve.  By me....I guess.  For so long, I have overlooked shadow boxes, thinking they are a little outdated and not of interest to me.  My sweet mama was cleaning out her garage and gave me baskets full of craft stuff/junk that she didn't want anymore.  Me, being the pack rat, had to take it.  I hid them away in my craft closet and one day the light bulb went on and I decided that these little shadow boxes have nothing but potential!  They just need attention and some creativity!

HOME SHADOW BOX

Supplies:

- Shadow Box

- Paint

- Scrapbook Paper

- Vinyl

- Spray Adhesive

- Flower

- Twine

- Hot Glue Gun and Hot Glue

- Sandpaper

Directions:

1. Begin by measuring the box and cutting your paper to fit inside.

2. Cut out vinyl and apply to the scrapbook paper. (I use my Cricut to cut out my vinyl)

3. Paint the box and sand the edges if desired.

4. Use spray adhesive to adhere the paper to the inside of the box. 

5. Arrange flowers, leaves, twine and hot glue in place.

PLAYROOM SHADOW BOX COLLAGE!

A much more simple version....just some vinyl and black paper applied to painted boxes.  Orginally, I wanted to hang them on the wall.  But, then I decided I liked them sitting with the extra large clips!  The words in each of the boxes is exactly what happens inside this playroom....except I should make one more that says "CLEAN UP YOUR MESS!"

This project was absolutely free for me (you gotta love that).  Boxes compliments of mom!  I had the paper, vinyl, paint, and flowers all on hand.  I LOVE when my creations do not cost much, or better yet free!

Happy Crafting!

Photo Album Stand...Oh So Cute!

As most of you know I have a serious addiction to making things.  I stay up until all hours of the night crafting, sewing, baking...whatever I need to do until my body decides that sleeps is necessary.  I am also easily impressed by items made by awesome girls using power tools...something about it, just absolutely love it.  So, when I find something I really like...I have to make it...I must have it!  I know, it is a serious problem I should consider seeking therapy for.  Hmmm?  Maybe later!

Anyway, saw a photo album stand that totally caught my eye.  Very cute, very simple, and inexpensive.  Oh, and don't forget you will need to use a power tool or two!  Here is the one I saw, but I changed things up a bit and made it a little more my own.

I am not sure why, but I really LOVE this craft!  It is so fun, so easy and turned out so cute!

Supply List:

1 - 5 1/2 x 5 1/2 inch block

1 - coffee table leg. 

I found mine at Lowe's on clearance for $6.82

I also cut the bottom 2 inches off.  It would have been REALLY tall!

1 - Finial

1 - Dowel cut to size (however long you want it!)

1 - Cap to put on the end of dowel.

1 - long screw

Wood glue

Black paint

Sealer

Sand paper

Let's get started!

1.  Cut the leg down a few inches to desired height.

2.  Drill a hole in the base block big enough for the screw to fit into.

3.  Drill a small pilot hole in the leg.

4.  Put wood glue on the bottom of the leg

5.  Screw the two pieces together with a power drill or screw driver.

6.  Drill a hole large enough to fit the dowel into on the side of the leg. 

7.  Fill the hole with wood glue and insert the dowel.

8.  Dab a small amount of wood glue on bottom of finail and screw into the leg.

9.  Again, dab a small amount of wood glue on the other end of the dowel and put the cap on.

10.  Sand to your liking!  I like everything nice and smooth.  So I do a lot of sanding. 

11.  Paint - I used the cheap acrylic paint.  It was really dull so I sprayed a couple coates of Matte Finish Spray to shine it up a bit.

12.  Scuff the edges...if your into that sorta thing.  I used an old nail file instead of sandpaper.  I find it easier to sand where I want.

13.  Pull out your mini photo album, some ribbon or metal rings and voila!