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 Monday, November 28, 2011
Monday Funday: Thankful Tray
Did you all have a good Thanksgiving? I sure hope so. I know that with Thanksgiving now over, many are gearing up for Christmas. Well before you dive completely into your Christmas preparations, here is one last Thanksgiving themed craft, that can be used anytime of year. This project was designed and created by, Candie Cooper. To see more from Candie check out her blog, Candie Cooper's Journal.
Thankful TrayI've been thinking about this tray for a long time. I
picked it up at the craft store for $5. I wanted to make it personal
so it could be displayed or functional. It's a wonderful gift or
family treasure. Plus you can adapt this for birthday wishes, Christmas
memories and more.
You will need: A tray (or other surface), Folk Art
paint in desired colors, scrapbook paper, Mod Podge, scissors, permanent
marker, blank paper, and paint brushes. I made this tray over two
days so give yourself a few hours to create it.
I opted for some metallic Folk Art paints because they
are my favorite (but any Folk Art paint will work)! You'll also need
a jar or cup and some wood beads. Here's why:
Add a squirt of paint with a teaspoon of water to dilute
slightly. Drop the beads in the jar and roll around to mix and coat.
Pull the beads from the jar with a plastic fork and drop on the tray.
Now roll them around and around and around. This
is really fun and I think kids love watching the trail of paint behind
each bead. Allow this layer to dry. You can use a hair dryer
to speed drying time.
I used Metallic period, copper and gold. You may
want to stop here, it's so pretty!
Grab some blank paper and have family members recall words
and memories centered around your theme. Here you can see mine is
Thanksgiving. It's fun to hear everyone's ideas and let the kids
doodle the words down on paper.
Cut the words out. Lay the words on scrapbook paper
and cut around, leaving a small border. With all the neat scrapbook
paper, you can find pictures and other words to add.
Lay out all of the words and pieces on the tray. Use
Mod Podge to attach them to the tray.
Add a striped border to the tray with a flat paint brush.
Ta da! Now all we have to do is wait for a slice
of left over pumpkin pie and mug of cocoa!
Friday, November 25, 2011
Freelance Friday: Holiday Burlap Napkin Rings
It is only one day after Thanksgiving, but now it is really time to begin preparing your Christmas decorations. Instead of buying Christmas decorations, why not try making your own? It is very affordable, and there are several easy to make craft projects. Here is an example of a great homemade Christmas decoration that a blog friend of ours made over on, Mural Maker. Aren't these burlap napkin rings so cute? They are unique, and only require a few supplies to make. The paint used in this project is from the new Martha Stewart craft line. Click here to learn how to re-create this project.
Thursday, November 24, 2011
Teaching Thursdays: Tissue Paper and Yarn Xmas Trees
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!!!
Here is an easy project to make that will only take a few supplies to create. This project was created by Cathie and Steve. This is a great and simple to make project that your kids will love. Want to see more crafts from Cathie and Steve click, here.
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PLAID Supplies
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Mod Podge ® Gloss, 8 oz.
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Mod Podge ® Glitter - Hologram Gold,
8 oz.
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Other Supplies
3 Styrofoam trees – different sizes
Scissors
Tissue paper – pink; pale green and turquoise
Yarn – raspberry; olive dark turquoise
Wax paper
Instructions
- Cut the tissue
paper into small random shaped squares. Apply the squares to the Styrofoam
tree with Mod Podge. Topcoat with a layer of Mod Podge. Add additional
layers of tissue. Allow for dry time between layers.
- Cut the yarn
into 3 to 5 feet long pieces. (Use more yarn for a fuller wrap and less
yarn for an open look.) Pool some Mod Podge Glitter onto a piece of wax
paper. Saturate the yarn in the Mod Podge Glitter. Wrap the wet yarn
around the cones. Allow to dry.
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