Jan 14, 2011

Oh the places you'll go...

when you get crafting ideas from blogland!

Below is a compilation (is that even a word??) of some recent
crafts I have done in the last couple of months.  As I stated 
previously, I have never been a crafty type of gal.
 But, that all changed when I got addicted to blog stalking...
 I have come across so many amazing diy projects; 
mainly from Ashley (who I absolutely adore!) as well as Traci.  

1.  First off::
What to do with a picture frame...


a.  CHALKBOARD FRAME
Supplies:  Clearance 8x10 frame from Target [$4]
Chalkboard paint from Michaels with coupon [$3]
Chalkboard markers from Hobby Lobby with coupon [$4]
Wood from Home Depot [$4]

Result:  I am not entirely happy with this project, but since
I have plenty of left over chalkboard I will probably attempt
to redo it.  Mainly, I foresee using it for photography shoots...


b. 18X20 FRAME

Supplies:  frame from local resale shop [$1]
white spray paint [$2]

Result:  I really wish I had taken a before shot of this frame...
it was gold metallic and quite ugly!  I got this idea from a photographer
I saw doing a shoot at a local Garden.  I absolutely love this $3 investment!


c.  CHICKEN WIRE FRAME


Supplies:  Wood frame from resale shop [$1]
Spray paint [$3]
Chicken wire [$3]
Sm. clothespins [$2]

Result:  Presently I am using it as a display board,
but it can also be used to hang earrings on!

2.  JEWELRY


Not from a blog, but I do spend a lot of time beading so
I thought I would include my most recent pieces for a friend's wedding...



3.  PERPETUAL CALENDAR/JOURNAL


My mom actually crafted this for one of her friends...
Love this idea!


Supplies:  4x6 cards cut in half (equaling 365)
vintage/antique postcards (12; 1 for each month)
basket/small crate

Result:  a daily journal to be used year to year and document
special daily happenings!

4.  DEVOTIONAL JOURNAL

I made something very similar at Christmas; and so I
basically copied this idea for a devotional journal...
the only thing I added was velcro to keep it shut!


5.  POST-IT NOTE HOLDER
(tutorial)

My little sister, Lauren actually made a few of these
for my mom to give away to her coworkers at Christmas.

Being somewhat addicted to post-its, I totally love this idea, and 
need to get Lauren to make me one. :)


6.  TILE COASTERS
(tutorial)


I have previously blogged about this, so I won't go into detail.
These coasters I made for my parent's bed-stands...

7.  CAMERA STRAP
(tutorial)


I have also already blogged about this diy, but since
I recently made a new one I had to put in one here! :)



8.  CRICUT EXPRESSION


One of my favorite Christmas presents by far...
The possibilities are endless!


a.  MONOGRAMMED PLATTERS

Supplies:  vinyl from Hobby Lobby [$6]
Cricut Expression
Letter cartridge


Results:  a very pleased mother, happy to see me using
my Christmas gift to beautify her home...:)



b.  GAMES FOR CHURCH MINISTRIES


And that concludes the crafting experiences from a non-crafty gal!
Now, go get started on some great diy.  :)

7 comments:

  1. I'm going to try the camera strap!

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  2. What an absolute perfect Christmas gift! I love it!! The possibilities are endless.
    Enjoy,
    Carolyn

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  3. Wow! I am so impressed! I would be proud of myself if I accomplished one of these things!! :) Miss you dear!

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  4. p.s...I recognize the card on your chicken wire! ;)

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  5. Super cute, all of it! I need to start taking pictures as well! Love the cricut stuff by the way. Miss you, sweetie!

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  6. Hi, I came to visit for the Sweet Shot Tuesday and enjoyed this article as well. So many fun ideas. I especially enjoyed the frame made out of chicken wire. With a senior mom who loves gardening and grandkids who enjoyed the Sunflower Houses activities from last year, that would be the perfect frame for those photos. Thank you :)

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