DIY…Bloom Garden Stepping Stone

April 27, 2017June 2, 2017Leave a comment

Create a little fun and whimsy in your Garden with a Bloom Garden Stepping Stone.

(The links and instructions to make the Garden stone are included down below.)

I just got the Garden Issue of Craft Ideas Magazine and I’m so excited that I can finally share

with you my “Bloom Garden Stone”. (you can find it on page #24)

Make sure to check out the entire Garden issue of Craft Ideas,

the issue is full of great garden themed ideas and inspiration.

Materials and Supplies: (*affiliate links)

8” Cake Pan
Petroleum Jelly
Rapid Set Concrete Mix
DecoArt DS17-9 Americana Multi-Purpose Sealer*
DecoArt Americana® Multi Surface Acrylic Paint: Night Sky, Cotton Ball, Woodland Green
DecoArt Americana® Acrylic Paint: Watermelon Slice, Marigold
Decoart Decor Stencil 8×8 Garden Bloom*
DecoArt Americana DuraClear Varnishes*
Paintbrush
Stencil Brush*
White Cardstock

Directions:

Cover the sides and bottom of an old cake pan with Petroleum Jelly for easy removal.
Mix Rapid Set Concrete Mix according to manufacturer’s instructions. Fill pan with cement approx. 1″ thick. Shake pan a little to fill in the gaps and smooth. Allow a couple hours for cement to set before removing from the pan. Let the cement stone dry for a day or two before painting.

3. To create a better surface for painting and stenciling, paint cement stone first with DecoArt DS17-9 Americana Multi-Purpose Sealer*

4. Mix together Night Sky and Cotton Ball acrylic paint and basecoat entire stone.

5. Tear a piece of white cardstock with an irregular edge as shown to create a mask stencil for cloud background.

6. Place cloud mask stencil onto stone and paint with an upward motion. Move mask stencil around stone to paint additional clouds and let dry.

7. Stencil bloom flower using a mixture of Watermelon Slice and Marigold and stencil “bloom” with Night Sky as shown. Paint leaves Woodland Green and let dry.

8. Apply DecoArt Americana DuraClear Varnishes* using paintbrush over stone to help protect the stone from the outdoor elements.

You also might like this stepping stone project I created with my grandson Nick.

The Bloom Garden Stone was created for and sponsored by Craft Ideas Magazine. Craft Ideas for Every Occasion, Every Skill Level.

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How to make a Springtime Delights Resin Magnet

April 4, 2017Leave a comment

I have to admit, working with Resin intimidated me at first.

With a little practice, I found that it’s really not hard and you can get some amazing results.

Especially when you start small. (Just make sure to read the package instructions)

My Springtime Delights magnet measures only 2″ x 2.

Materials: (*affiliate link)

Maya Road TIN003 Small Square Journey Tin
Envirotex Jeweler’s Grade Clear Epoxy Resin*
Paper House Productions STDM-0170 Welcome Spring 3D Sticker
Paper House Productions STDM-0176 Easter Egg Hunt 3D Sticker
Paper House Productions P-2007 Love 12” Double Sided Scrapbook Paper
Magnet
Beacon Adhesives Zip Dry Paper Glue*
Paper Cutter

Directions:

Cut and glue a small piece of scrapbook paper to fit inside of tin.

Arrange 3D stickers inside of tin. You may need to add extra glue under each sticker to make sure they stay in place.

Measure, Mix and pour the resin as directed in the product packaging.

Blow air onto the resin using a thin straw to help remove bubbles.

Allow plenty of drying time for the resin to cure before gluing magnet onto the back of the tin.

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Easter Egg Hunt Sign

April 2, 2017Leave a comment

Any Easter egg hunts in your near future?

I whipped up this cute little sign for our Easter Egg Hunt using a DEFLECT-O Chalkboard Easel*

Simply embellish the easel with stickers and scrapbook paper for a quick DIY project.

Add your message with the chalk marker that comes with the easel.

For more fun, let the kiddo’s decorate the sign.

It also makes a cute sign to label your Easter Buffet.

(Easter stickers and paper from Paper House Productions.)

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Stamping in White Embossing Powder

March 23, 2017March 23, 20173 Comments

Good Old Embossing Powder…

When I was introduced to stamping in 1996, do you know what hooked me?

It was the Gold Embossing Powder.

The first time I watched them melt that gold embossing powder. WOW!

At the time, I had a gift store and was looking for something new.

I can’t tell you how many people I hooked with that gold embossing powder.

Here’s a little throwback to where I started.

Back to embossing powder. (this time with a twist)

For this project, I started with a oval that was cut from chipboard.

I rubbed Colorbox White Embossing Pad* onto the surface of the oval.

Next, I poured White Embossing Powder* over the entire oval.

After pouring the excess powder off, heat the oval with a

Multi-Purpose Embossing Heat Tool*.

Make sure all the embossing powder is melted.

Repeat that step 3 or 4 times, building up a thick layer of embossing powder.

After it was thick enough, I added a little red ink to the edge of the oval and

inked up the “Windmill” stamp.

I heated up the oval again, making sure the powder was really hot and melted.

I pressed the inked stamp into the hot, melted powder. Success!

I love the way it looks like red toile. (which is something I collect)

How to make a Chippy Window for Spring

March 20, 2017March 20, 20195 Comments

Happy Spring!

To celebrate the first day of Spring I’m sharing how I made this cute little Chippy Window.

To make the Chippy Window…

I started with a 7gypsies 8×8 Shadowbox Insert that I painted with white acrylic paint

To achieve the look of an aged, worn, old chipped painted window…

I alternated layers of Deco Art Media White Crackle Paint* and

Deco Art Media White Crackle Paste* from DecoArt.

Allow plenty of drying time between each coat.

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For the background of the window…

I cut a piece of 7 3/4″ x 7 3/4″ decorative scrapbook paper and adhered it to a thick piece of

mat-board. I cut down a couple of 3″ x 4″ journaling cards from the

“Tealightful” collection from Pebbles Inc. and adhered it to the back of the window

frame before attaching the covered mat-board. Because the mat board is heavy,

I used a Beacon Adhesive Quick Grip Glue* to attach it to the frame.

I added loop screws onto each side of the window frame approx. 1/2″ in and added a thin chain

to the loop screws for hanging. Ribbon would also work.

To create the floral swag…

I snipped a few sprigs of artificial flowers and attached them together in the center with

a thin floral wire. I tied a simple bow to cover the wire.

I attached the floral swag and wood embellishments to the front of the frame with

Beacon Adhesive Quick Grip Glue*

FYI…I found the “Welcome” and “Butterfly” embellishments at Michaels.

I added the Spring Window to the center of a wreath and hung it on the front door.

I found the greenery wreath yesterday at Homegoods. It was just what I was looking for,

the perfect backdrop for my Chippy Spring Window.

FYI…Having a problem finding a window pane to use or would like one that’s even bigger?

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Hampton Art Jillibean Soup Mix The Media Window Frame-14 X16 White*

The new guy in my life…

March 15, 2017August 12, 20249 Comments

There’s a new guy in my life and I’m in love.

Meet the newest member of our family, my sweet little grandson Emerson.

Emerson is my third grandchild, my third grandson and the littlest brother.

He has already stolen all of our hearts.

I’m so excited to have a new love in my life.

For Emerson’s layout, I used the Lullaby Collection from Pebbles Inc.

- I created a lacey border for the photo using the Spellbinders Captivating Squares Die Templates* and cutting and piecing six squares together.
- I wanted some small floral accents for my layouts so I fussy cut small flowers from the floral scrapbook paper. I used thin 3D foam mounting squares on a few of the flowers.

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for little storage needs…

March 1, 2017February 28, 2017Leave a comment

Sometimes the smallest things take up the most room in your heart. (A. A. Milne)

Now that my new grandson has finally arrived in all his adorable sweetness…

It’s hard to believe that someone so small can need so many things.

(*Amazon Affiliate Link)

I created the Bath Time Organizer, for my Daughter in Law, to make bath time a little easier.

For the organizer, (and bath time sign) I used puffy stickers from the “lullaby” collection

from Pebbles Inc. and Deflecto Tilt Bins*

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The bins are interlocking and stackable.

Great for little storage needs in the nursery, craft room, garage, kitchen and even the kid’s room.

Wherever you need a little extra storage.

You can purchase these bins by themselves or as a set of four from Amazon*.

Use on table, mount direct to wall or hang using the Deflecto Mounting Bar* (sold separately).

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Discover USA Mini Album

February 8, 2017July 24, 2019Leave a comment

No matter what part of the country you visit, Paper House Production’s

New Discover USA collection has you covered. I used this new collection along with

Eileen Hull’s adorable suitcase die from Sizzix, for a cute little make and take project

in the Paper House Productions booth at Creativation.

It’s a fun project that could be used with Vacation Memorabilia or even as a going away present for someone getting ready to retire and travel the good ole’ USA.

Products Used: (*affiliate link)

Discover USA Collection
STDM-0276 Discover USA 3D Stickers
Sizzix ScoreBoards XL Die – Bag, Suitcase by Eileen Hull*
Sizzix Little Sizzles – 6″ x 13″ Mat Board Pack, 6 White Sheets*
Sizzix 660425 Big Shot Cutting/Embossing Machine*
Sizzix Accessory – Cutting Pads, Extended, 1 Pair*
Xyron XRN900 9-Inch Creative Station Multi-Function Crafting System*
Home & Hobby Extreme Double-Sided Tape, 1/4-Inch*
3L Scrapbook Adhesives E-Z Runner*
Brown Cardstock
Scoring Board*
Paper Cutter

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Directions:

Cut a 6″ x 12″ piece of P-2123 “woodgrain” scrapbook paper.
Run the paper woodgrain side up through the Xyron Creative Station using permanent adhesive.
Adhere paper onto the mat board.
Die-cut covered mat board using the suitcase die and Big Shot Machine.
Fold each piece along score lines.
The larger of the four pieces is the suitcase body. Using extreme double sided tape, adhere and secure the four corner pieces.
The next largest piece is the lid. Apply extreme double sided tape to the flap. Place the lid over the opening of the suitcase body and slide into position. Adhere the flap.
Attach the closure flap at the top of the lid using extreme tape. Leave approximately twice the thickness of the mat board used between the hinge of the flap and the top edge of the lid. The lightly folded tab will press against the inside of the suitcase to keep it closed.
Attach the handle and embellish with the 3D stickers.
Cut a piece of brown cardstock 3 3/4″ x 11″. Using a score board and the scoring tool, score the cardstock lengthwise 2 3/4″, 5 1/2″ and 8 1/4″. Fold along score lines to create a mini accordion book.
Choose one of the Discover USA tag 12″ double sided scrapbook paper. Cut tags just slightly smaller than 2 3/4″ x 3 3/4″
Adhere tags onto the mini book using the tape runner and embellish with 3 D stickers.

Graphic 45…”A Place in Time” Valentine Frame

February 2, 2017February 2, 2017Leave a comment

A little throw back Thursday…

to one of my favorite Valentine projects. (made 4 years ago)

On the frame, I used Graphic 45’s “Place in Time” collection and a little cut and paste .

Which is now available as a Deluxe Collector Edition.

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Graphic 45 4501470 Deluxe Collectors Edition Place In Time
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My favorite night of the week…

January 17, 2017February 4, 2017Leave a comment

If you could choose any night of the week, which would be your favorite?

For me…Tuesday nights is my favorite night of the week.

Nobody wants anything from me, nobody needs me and I can selfishly watch all my favorite shows.

I don’t even cook. It’s my night.

I don’t have many shows that “I have” to watch on TV. If I miss one, “no big deal”.

But Tuesdays? That’s a different story.

Between Fixer Upper and This is Us. I’m one contented girl.

All my favorite shows now wrapped up into one entertaining night.

Last month, when asked for a Christmas list, I put The Magnolia Story* on my list.

I have been a fan of the show Fixer Upper since the beginning.

I love the sweet way these two have with each other.

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Last week I finally got the chance to sit down and read The Magnolia Story*.

The book didn’t disappoint. I can honestly say, I love them even more!

You might say they’ve been blessed along the way. Which would be true.

Their journey wasn’t easy.

But…with faith, dedication and determination they made it through even better.

Between their non-sugar coated stories and Chips crazy antics it’s just a fun read.

If you’re a fan of the show, I’m sure you’ll love the book.

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