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 Monday, December 03, 2012

Monday Funday: Baby’s 1st Christmas Ornament



Create a special heirloom ornament for baby’s first Christmas. Isn’t this ornament adorable? Debbie Saenz designed this special craft project. There is nothing more magical and happy than celebrating a baby’s first Christmas. This is an easy project to make that is created using FolkArt paint and FolkArt extreme glitter. See all the supplies you will need below, along with their instructions.

 

Plaid Supplies

 

Folk Art Acrylic Paint – 652 Metallic Rose, Folk Art Acrylic Paint – 659 Metallic Pearl While, Folk Art Extreme Glitter – 2782 Hologram, Mod Podge Matte – CS11302

 

Other Supplies

 

Small wood heart, Small wood rectangular shape, Silver chain, Jump rings, Clear white bead, Ribbon, Scrapbook paper with subtle pattern, Printer, Workable Fixatif (If using ink jet printer), Cropadile or Drill with small bit, Pencil, Paintbrush, Jewelry tools, Hot glue

 

Instructions

 

1.    Paint the backs and edges of wood cutouts with Metallic Rose. Allow to dry.

2.    Paint the front of the heart with Metallic Pearl White. Allow to dry.

3.    Draw feet on front of heart with pencil (Refer to photo) and paint feet with Metallic Rose. Allow to dry.

4.    Paint feet with two to three coats of Hologram Extreme Glitter. Allow to dry between coats.

5.    Print message on scrapbook paper and print (Optional, change font color to pink). If using an ink jet printer, spray with Workable Fixatif.

6.    Cut out message (Use rectangular wood shape as a template) and adhere to wood shape with Mod Podge. Allow to dry.

7.    Drill or punch holes in wood shapes (Refer to photo).

8.    Attach jump rings, bead charm, and chain using jewelry tools.

9.    Use ribbon to tie a bow and attach to top of wood cutout with Hot glue.

 

Project Tip: Use blue instead of pink for a boy.

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 Friday, November 30, 2012

Freelance Friday: Mod Podge Poinsettia Headband



Happy Friday crafters! We have made it through the workweek, and now it’s time to get excited for the weekend. Every weekend from now till Christmas is sure to be a busy one for many people. There are gifts to buy, people to see, and parties to attend. Even with all this going on you still need to make time to craft with your kids and we have the perfect project. Make this Poinsettia Headband with your little girl. We found this adorable project on the blog Moneywise Moms. Gina designed this project using Mod Podge, dimensional magic, and FolkArt paints. Click here to learn how you can make this project.

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 Thursday, November 29, 2012

Teaching Thursday: Cute and Crafty Reindeer Pot



Christmas time is a magical time for children of all ages. There are so many wonderful festivities to take part in. Some activities include ice-skating, sledding, and crafting. Unleash your kid’s creativity this time of year, by having them craft this Cute and Craft Reindeer Pot. Filled with treats or gifts, this adorable reindeer will make everyone smile at your holiday table. Julie Lewis designed this cute kid friendly project using Apple Barrel paints. All the supplies you will need are listed below, and you can find the instructions here


PLAID Supplies


·       Apple Barrel ® Colors - Limeade, 2 oz.

·       Apple Barrel ® Colors - Black, 2 oz.

·       Apple Barrel ® Colors - Territorial Beige, 2 oz.

·       Apple Barrel ® Colors - Pure Gold, 2 oz.

·       Apple Barrel ® Colors - Strawberry, 2 oz.

·       Apple Barrel ® Colors - Ecru, 2 oz.


Other Supplies


Clay Rose Pot – 4 ½”
Paintbrushes - #12 Flat
#1 Liner
Foam spouncer – ¾”
Stencil brush ¼”
Wiggle eyes – 15mm
Red sparkle pom pom – 1”
Gold tinsel Chenille stem
Craft sticks - 4
Craft glue
Craft knife
Scissors
Brush Basin or water container
Paper towels
Foam plates

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