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Thursday, January 24, 2013

Teaching Thursdays: Fabric Covered Frame

The weekend is almost here folks. You can breathe a sigh of relief and begin to think about what craft project you would like to tackle. We want to make a suggestion that would be perfect for the tween or teen in your life to create. Break out some Mod Podge and fabric to create this fabric-covered frame. It is a beginner craft that your teen is sure to love making. They can place photos of their friends inside afterwards. Designer and author Norma Rapko shares easy tips for making fabulous Mod Podge picture frames. Below are a full list of all the supplies you will need along with their instructions. Happy Crafting!

PLAID Supplies

· Plaid ® Hot Glue Gun Helpers

· Plaid ® Brush Sets - Foam Brush Set of 4

· Plaid ® Wood Surfaces - Frames - Medium Memory Frame with Easel Back

· Mod Podge ® Fabric, 8 oz.

Other Supplies

Medium to heavy weight fabric
Nonstick scissors
Hot glue gun and glue
Ribbons and trims
Silk flower petals
Buttons or gemstones

Instructions

1. Remove the center and post from the frame. Measure around the frame and add 4” to each measurement. Cut a piece of fabric to the determined measurement. Place the fabric upside down on your work surface.

2. Apply a coat of Fabric Mod Podge to the top of the frame. Place the frame in the center of the fabric. Flip over and smooth the fabric with your finger.

3. Working on the backside of the frame, apply Mod Podge to each corner. Flip the fabric corners back and press into the Mod Podge. Next, apply Mod Podge along the edges, flip the edge fabrics to the backside and press into the Mod Podge. Allow to dry.

4. Using scissors cut an “X” in the center of the fabric in the frame (where the picture goes). Cut from corner to corner. Apply Mod Podge, to the backside of the frame around the opening, bring the cut flaps to the backside and press into the Mod Podge. Allow to dry.

5. Decorate the frame with hot glue. Use Hot Glue Gun Helpers, to help prevent burns when applying embellishments. Hot glue ribbon around the outer and inner edge, apply a silk flower petal to the corner of the frame, hot glue a button in the center of the flower.

Posted in: Mod-Podge | Teaching Thursday | tweens

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Wednesday, January 23, 2013

Web Wednesday: Button Art Heart

If your kids are just starting to explore their crafty side, you more than likely do not want to go out and spend a whole lot of money on craft supplies. Lucky for you, you don’t have to go out and buy new supplies. If you look around your home you probably have many items you can create with. Take this Button Art Heart designed by Mama’s Crafty Place. Some of the supplies used to make this project were buttons, left over tiles, and Mod Podge. This is a wonderful project for kids, and it makes for a nice piece of art to display around your home. To learn how to make this project with your kids click here.

Posted in: Mod-Podge | Valentine | Web-Wednesday

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Tuesday, January 22, 2013

Tuesday Tutorial: Kid’s Alphabet Sampler

Education does not start and begin in school. A child can be educated in and out of school, and even at home. This colorful alphabet sampler is the perfect way to add educational décor to your child’s room. If your little one is beginning to learn their A-B-Cs, this project it a must have item to add to their room. Feel free to change the colors choices based on your child’s preference, and don’t just stop at the alphabet create a number sampler to accompany this project. Debbie Saenz designed this project using several FolkArt acrylic paints. While this project may a tad too advanced for your little one to make by themselves, they can definitely help you. Encourage your child to enjoy education, and show them how fun learning can be. All the supplies you will need can be found below, and click here to see their instructions.

PLAID Supplies

· FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Bright Green, 2 oz.

· FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Apple Red, 2 oz.

· Plaid ® Stencils - Value Packs - Letter Stencils - Old School, 1-1/2"

· Stencil Decor ® Brushes - Stencil Brush, 3/8"

· FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - True Blue, 2 oz.

· FolkArt ® Artists Pigments™ - Medium Yellow, 2 oz.

Other Supplies

11” x 14” Artist canvas
Pencil
Ruler

Posted in: FolkArt | room-decorating | Tuesday Tutorial

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