Simple Wedding Card Box

November 2, 2024November 2, 2024Leave a comment

Wedding Card Box

How to make a Quick and Easy Wedding Card Box.

I recently got the honor of helping my sister personalize

the card box for my niece’s wedding reception.

They wanted to keep it simple and requested the

letters to spell the word “CARDS”.

Simple enough.

Wedding Card Box

She found a Clear Glass Terrarium* on Amazon, which perfectly matched the tabletop decorations.

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Wedding Card Box

I used StyleTechCraft Black Matte Removable Vinyl*

and a Silhouette Cameo Electronic Die Cutting Machine*

to design and cut the letters for the Card Box.

Since I used removable vinyl, they can easily remove the letters

and use the Terrarium* for plants after the wedding.

StyletechCraft products brought to you by ATSM Craft*

They added Shredded Paper* and Fairy Lights* to the bottom of the card box.

Wedding Card Box

The Fairy Lights* made the card box glow. (until it was full of cards)

Materials Used: (*affiliate links)

“This is a sponsored post. As a member of the StyleTechCraft Design Team I have been provided product and compensation in exchange for my creative ideas. The views and opinions are my own.

DIY Inspirational Trays

June 1, 2024Leave a comment

DIY Inspirational Tray using StyleTechCraft Vinyl

Looking for a Quick and Easy DIY Gift Idea?

These Inspiration Trays are Special End of the Year Teacher Gifts.

My sister works at a private Christian school and asked me to

help her personalize gifts for a couple of special co-workers.

She’s a great gift giver and likes to give thoughtful gifts.

(Each teacher was asked to fill out a survey of things they

liked including their favorite scripture verse.)

DIY Inspirational Tray using StyleTechCraft Vinyl

Materials Used: (*affiliate links)

StyletechCraft products brought to you by ATSM Craft*

DIY Inspirational Tray using StyleTechCraft Vinyl

To start the project, she picked out a couple of Unfinished Wood Trays*.
The bottom of the tray was painted white and lightly sanded before adding the vinyl scripture.
We measured the inside of the tray to determine the size of the scripture we wanted to use.

DIY Inspirational Tray using StyleTechCraft Vinyl

We found the scriptures she wanted to use at The Silhouette Store. We cut the scriptures out using StyleTechCraft Glossy Vinyl and a Silhouette Cameo Electronic Die-Cutting Machine*.
Remove the extra vinyl in and around the image words using a Vinyl Weeding Pen*.
Lay the StyleTechCraft Vinyl Transfer Tape* over the vinyl words and gently rub with a vinyl scraper tool.

There are so many great colors of StyleTechCraft Glossy Craft Vinyl to choose from.

DIY Inspirational Tray using StyleTechCraft Vinyl

Remove the vinyl from its white protective layer and place onto the center of the tray.

DIY Inspirational Tray using StyleTechCraft Vinyl

Rub over the vinyl with the scraper tool to transfer the vinyl onto the tray.
Gently lift the transfer paper from the vinyl.

FYI…the transfer paper is reusable.

DIY Inspirational Tray using StyleTechCraft Vinyl

We noticed after the trays were finished that we had somehow

missed the two dots on the Esther verse.

We were able to easily recreate the dots and add them to

the finished tray. I think they turned out great!

DIY Inspirational Tray using StyleTechCraft Vinyl

In addition to the finished tray, the gift included greenery, a candle, and a jar of “love notes” from the students.

DIY Inspirational Tray using StyleTechCraft Vinyl

The kindergarten students were asked what they loved about their teacher.

I didn’t get a chance to read them, but I’m sure they were interesting.

“This is a sponsored post. As a member of the StyleTechCraft Design Team I have been provided product and compensation in exchange for my creative ideas. The views and opinions are my own.

How to make a Farmhouse Garden Sign

May 2, 2024Leave a comment

How to make a Farmhouse Garden Sign

How to make a Personalized Farmhouse Garden Sign.

The “Garden sign” is a quick and easy Dollar Tree project.

Now that garden season is upon us, my mind is distracted with all things gardening.

I will start planting next week, and I can’t wait.

In anticipation of this year’s garden, I created a garden sign

using an inexpensive galvanized banner purchased at Dollar Tree*.

I made it with a traditional red, white, and blue color scheme.

How to make a Farmhouse Garden Sign

Materials Used: (*affiliate links)

StyleTechCraft Dark Blue and Dark Red Glossy Craft Vinyl*
StyleTechCraft Wedding Pen*
StyleTechCraft Vinyl Transfer Tape*
galvanized metal sign from Dollar Tree*
White Rustoleum American Accents 2x ultra cover*
Silhouette Cameo 4 Electronic Die Cutting Machine*
“Garden” SVG cut files from The Silhouette Store

StyletechCraft products brought to you by ATSM Craft*

How to make a Farmhouse Garden Sign

Directions:

I picked up an inexpensive galvanized banner at Dollar Tree to use as the base of my sign.
Paint both sides of the banner with White Rustoleum American Accents 2x ultra cover*.
One coat of paint was all that I needed.

Buy Your Crafting Supplies Now at Dollar Tree starting at $1.25!

How to make a Farmhouse Garden Sign

Using the Silhouette Cameo Electronic Die-Cutting Machine* and the “garden” SVG file from The Silhouette Store, I created a design for the banner.
I cut the word garden using StyleTechCraft Dark Blue Glossy Craft Vinyl*.
To make the banner personalized, I chose a font that complimented the “garden cut file” and cut my name using StyleTechCraft Dark Red Glossy Craft Vinyl*.

There are so many great colors of StyleTechCraft Glossy Craft Vinyl to choose from.

How to make a Farmhouse Garden Sign

I removed the extra vinyl in and around the image words using a Vinyl Weeding Pen*.
Lay the StyleTechCraft Vinyl Transfer Tape* over the vinyl words and gently rub with a vinyl scraper tool.

How to make a Farmhouse Garden Sign

Remove the vinyl from its white protective layer and place onto the banner.
Rub over the vinyl with the scraper tool to transfer the vinyl onto the banner.
Gently lift the transfer paper from the vinyl.

FYI…the transfer paper is reusable.

How to make a Farmhouse Garden Sign

Line up the second layer over the first.

How to make a Farmhouse Garden Sign

Gently remove transfer paper from the banner.
Allow the vinyl to cure for 72 hours before using.

How to make a Farmhouse Garden Sign

The vinyl on the sign will hold up to the weather and looks great in my garden.

“This is a sponsored post. As a member of the StyleTechCraft Design Team I have been provided product and compensation in exchange for my creative ideas. The views and opinions are my own.

Buffalo Plaid Valentine Heart

February 2, 2024March 5, 20242 Comments

How to make a Buffalo Plaid Valentines Heart Door Hanger-Sue's Creative Workshop www.sueeldred.com 4085

How to Make a Buffalo Plaid Door Hanger for Valentine’s Day.

An inexpensive Valentine’s Day project using items found at Dollar Tree*

and my favorite StyleTechCraft adhesive vinyl.

StyletechCraft products brought to you by ATSM Craft*

How to make a Buffalo Plaid Valentines Heart Door Hanger

Materials Used: (*affiliate links)

Large Wood Heart*
Faux Flowers from Dollar Tree*
Valentine’s Day Glittery Heart Foam Pick*
Plaid Acrylic Paint*
Paintbrush*
Silhouette Cameo Electronic Die Cutting Machine*
Heart and Valentine SVG Files from The Silhouette Store
StyleTechCraft Adhesive Red Luster Vinyl*
StyleTechCraft Vinyl Tool Kit*
StyleTechCraft Vinyl Transfer Tape*
StyleTechCraft Matte Removable Vinyl* (any color)

Buy Your Crafting Supplies Now at Dollar Tree starting at $1.25!

How to make a Buffalo Plaid Valentines Heart Door Hanger

Directions:

Remove the twine hanger from the wood heart.
Paint the heart with acrylic paint. I used white.
I created a large heart mask for the center of the wood heart using StyleTechCraft Matte Removable Vinyl*.
Press down the edges of the mask so that paint can’t get under the mask.

How to make a Buffalo Plaid Valentines Heart Door Hanger

Cut 1″ strips of Removable Vinyl*. Lay the strips across the wood heart.
Rub your finger over the vinyl strips to make sure that they are secure and have no gaps.
Paint inside the stripes with a thin coat of acrylic paint. Be careful not to apply the paint too thick. Only one thin coat of paint is needed.
Remove the vinyl strips.
Allow the paint to fully dry before continuing to the next step.

How to make a Buffalo Plaid Valentines Heart Door Hanger

Next, add strips of removable vinyl vertically over the heart.
Make sure the tape is flat with no gaps.
Paint over the heart with a thin coat a darker pink paint.
Carefully remove the tape. Allow the paint to dry.

How to make a Buffalo Plaid Valentines Heart Door Hanger

Remove the strips and the heart mask. Allow the paint to dry.
Lightly sand the wood heart. Sanding smooths the paint and helps to hide any little imperfections.
Wipe with a clean cloth.

How to make a Buffalo Plaid Valentines Heart Door Hanger

For the center of the heart, I created a Valentine’s greeting using StyleTechCraft Adhesive Red Luster Vinyl*.
I cut the words “Happy Valentine’s Day” using a SVG cut file from the Silhouette Store and a Silhouette Cameo Electronic Die Cutting Machine*.
I removed the extra vinyl in and around the image words using a Vinyl Weeding Tool.
Lay the StyleTechCraft Vinyl Transfer Tape* over the vinyl words and gently rub with a vinyl scraper tool. (Included with the StyleTechCraft Vinyl Tool Kit*).

StyletechCraft products brought to you by ATSM Craft*

How to make a Buffalo Plaid Valentines Heart Door Hanger

Place the Vinyl Transfer Tape* and vinyl onto the wood heart.
Rub over Vinyl Transfer Tape* and gently remove transfer tape from the vinyl.

How to make a Buffalo Plaid Valentines Heart Door Hanger

Hot glue faux flowers, glitter heart pick, and ribbon bow to the top of the heart.
Add ribbon to the top two holes for hanging.
Hang the Wood Heart on a Door or add it to the center of a Wreath.

“This is a sponsored post. As a member of the StyleTechCraft Design Team I have been provided product and compensation in exchange for my creative ideas. The views and opinions are my own.

My Nutty Valentine

January 5, 20242 Comments

My Nutty Valentine

My Nutty Valentine is fun spin on the traditional Valentine’s Day gift.

It’s for people like me that are not mushy Valentine’s Day gift-givers.

My Nutty Valentine

My inspiration came from a small can of peanuts* that I found at Dollar Tree*.

My husband is a peanut-loving guy who I’m nuts about.

So, I thought I would make something fun with a can of peanuts*.

My Nutty Valentine

Materials Used: (*affiliate links)

Nuts About You SVG Cut File from The Silhouette Store
Silhouette Cameo Electronic Die Cutting Machine*
StyleTechCraft Adhesive Gloss Craft Vinyl*
StyleTechCraft Vinyl Tool Kit*
StyleTechCraft Vinyl Transfer Tape*
Blue Gingham Scrapbook Paper
Small Can of Peanuts*
Double-Stick Tape Roller*
Blue and White Twine*

StyletechCraft products brought to you by ATSM Craft*

My Nutty Valentine

Directions:

I cut all the pieces of the squirrel using StyleTechCraft Adhesive Gloss Craft Vinyl* and a Silhouette Cameo Electronic Die Cutting Machine*.
I removed the extra vinyl in and around the image using a Vinyl Weeding Tool.
Next, layer the pieces to make the squirrel.

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Cut a strip of decorative scrapbook paper to fit around the peanut can.
Adhere the paper to the can using a double-stick tape roller*.

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Lay the Transfer paper over the vinyl and gently rub with a vinyl scraper tool.

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Place the Vinyl Transfer Tape* and vinyl onto the peanut can.

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Rub over Vinyl Transfer Tape* and gently remove from the vinyl.

My Nutty Valentine

Don’t forget to decorate the top of the can.
I cut a 3″ circle from bronze vinyl and adhered it and a small red heart to the top of the can.

My Nutty Valentine

Wrap Blue and White Twine* around the top of the can and add a small white tag.
And just so my husband knows, I added “I’m Nut’s About You” on the side of the can.

My Nutty Valentine

A Cute Alternative to the Traditional Valentine’s Gift.

“This is a sponsored post. As a member of the StyleTechCraft Design Team I have been provided product and compensation in exchange for my creative ideas. The views and opinions are my own.

Oh Holy Night Christmas Star Decoration

December 3, 2020December 3, 2020Leave a comment

My very most favorite Christmas Song is Oh Holy Night.

The melody gets me every time. To me, it’s one of the most beautiful songs.

I love to close my eyes when listening to it. (And a good tenor can bring me to tears.)

I wanted a new Star to hang near the top of my tree this year, so I decided to make one using

my favorite song and an inexpensive wood star I found at Dollar Tree*.

*Disclosure: This blog uses affiliate links. If you choose to make a purchase using one of the links, I receive a small commission (at no additional cost to you) that helps offset the costs of maintaining this blog. Thanks for your support!

Add some of my favorite Glossy Craft Vinyl from StyleTechCraft, and I have what I need to make the perfect star for me.

Materials Used: (*affiliate link)

12″ Wood Star from Dollar Tree*
DecoArt Americana Acrylic Paint, Country Red*
StyleTechCraft Glossy Craft Vinyl: White*, Silver*, Gold*, and Olive*
StyleTechCraft Vinyl Tool Kit*
StyletechCraft Grid Transfer Tape, Clear*
Silhouette Came o Electronic Die Cutting Machine*
Oh Holy Night SVG file from the Silhouette Store
Ribbon
Greenery
Hot Glue Gun

StyletechCraft products brought to you by ATSM Craft

Directions:

Paint the wood star using the Country Red Acrylic Paint*.
Use the Oh Holy Night SVG cut file and the Silhouette Came o Electronic Die Cutting Machine* to cut the pieces out of vinyl. (Make sure to keep the spacing the same as in the file.)
Use the vinyl pick tool to remove the excess vinyl from inside and around the letters and banner.
Cut a piece of Vinyl Transfer Tape* to fit over the vinyl words. Gently rub over the transfer paper using the squeegee tool. Lift the transfer tape to remove the vinyl from the white liner.
Using the vinyl transfer tape, line up the white vinyl words “Oh, and Shining” onto the star first. Gently rub over the vinyl transfer tape using the squeegee tool to make sure all the image has transferred. Remove the transfer tape.
Line up the silver words “Holy Night, and brightly shining” and place between the previous words. Continue with the gold stars and the olive banner. (It’s hard to see it from the pictures but the gold and silver stands out nicely on top the red star.)

Actually, the star would look fine, just as it is in the above picture.

But, I wanted to add a little ribbon and greenery on the top of my star to fancy it up.

I’m really happy with the way it turned out. This Star will go near the top of my tree and will go

beautifully with my decorations. The Star would look great in the center of a Christmas wreath.

Or, if you used a smaller star, it would make a cute ornament.

“This is a sponsored post. As a member of the StyleTechCraft Design Team I have been provided product and compensation in exchange for my creative ideas. The views and opinions are my own.

StyleTech Craft 2020 Design Team Call

January 13, 2020Leave a comment

StyleTechCraft is having a Design Team Call.

They are one of the great company I work with. (information below)

Do you love working with vinyl?

We are looking for Designers and Bloggers to work with our extensive line of adhesive vinyl.

All our adhesive vinyl works well with all cutting machines and can be cut into just about any design you can imagine. Great for Home Décor, Seasonal Crafting, and Paper Crafting Projects.

We have all the popular colors; Ultra Metallic, Glitter, Chromes, Metalized, Etches and much more. We have more sparkle, bling and glitter vinyl than all our competitors.

Here’s what we’re looking for…
• Creative Designers who have a blog and are active on Social Media.
• Designers who can commit to a one-year term beginning March 1st.
• Designers will be expected to create one project each month including photos and basic instructions and post to your blog and social media by the 5th of each month.
• US Designers Only

Here’s what you’ll get…
You will be provided a generous welcome package of current products and will continue to receive new products during your term. You will receive monetary compensation for your projects each quarter and will be eligible for additional monthly endorsements.

To Apply…
Email Markhlee@mac.com with your Name, Address, Website, and any other pertinent crafty information about yourself along with 2 to 3 pictures or projects you’ve made using vinyl.

Deadline to Apply is January 31, 2020.

*Disclosure: This blog uses affiliate links. If you choose to make a purchase using one of the links, I receive a small commission (at no additional cost to you) that helps offset the costs of maintaining this blog. Thanks for your support!

Storing Guy Stuff with Style

May 3, 2019February 9, 2023Leave a comment

Getting to the nuts and bolts of Guy Storage.

Just because it’s in the Garage doesn’t meant it can’t have a little style.

After watching every episode of Tidying Up and a few episodes of Hoarders,

I’ve got the urge to organize everything.

I’ve been going through the house bit by bit (not quite the Marie Kondo way).

It’s going to take some time.

There are so many storage options out there.

When it comes to organizing all the bits and pieces out in the garage,

I’m a fan of Deflecto’s Tilt Bin Storage.

For this project I decided to add a little personalization using StyletechCrafts polished metal

adhesive vinyl and Interlocking Tilt Bins* from Deflecto.

Disclaimer: This blog uses ads and affiliate links. If you choose to make a purchase using one of the links, I receive a small commission (at no additional cost to you) that helps offset the costs of maintaining this blog. Thanks for your support!

For a little masculine style…

I measured and cut the black polished metal vinyl* to add to the top of the bins.

I did the same with silver polished metal vinyl* to the sides of the bins.

Using my Silhouette Cameo Wireless Cutting Machine* and a SVG cut file

I cut the frames, words and background.

Using Vinyl Transfer Tape* I applied the silver frames onto the black background.

(I created the black background by cutting a slightly bigger frame and using the inside.)

The bins are interlocking and stackable.

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

Wherever you need a little extra storage.

The nice thing about the interlocking tilt bins* is that you can use just one or use several.

You can also hang them on the wall or use them with a mounting bar*.

Storing Guy Stuff with Style.

I love adding a little personalization to everyday items.

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“This is a sponsored post. As a member of the StyleTechCraft Design Team I have been provided product and compensation in exchange for my creative ideas. The views and opinions are my own.

You can now find the full line of StyletechCraft online at ATSM.

You can purchase the Deflecto Interlocking Tilt 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).

I Love You a Bushel and a Peck…

January 4, 2019January 7, 20212 Comments

A DIY Sign for Valentine’s Day or for everyday..

using Styletech Craft Vinyl and my Silhouette Cameo Electronic Die Cutting Machine*.

My mom loved to sing this song.

She sang it to us when we were kids and then she sang it again to our kids.

This song and sign brings back all the warm fuzzies and good memories.

A Perfect Love Song for Valentine’s Day and everyday.

To make the “I Love you a Bushel and a Peck” sign I used:

Translucent Glitter Vinyl in Black and Magenta from StyleTechCraft
Styletech Clear Vinyl Transfer Tape*.
Silhouette Cameo Electronic Die Cutting Machine*
Vinyl Craft Tools*
SVG Cut File
12″ x 12″ Scrapbook Paper
12″ x 12″ Chipboard
12″ x 12″ Frame

Directions:

Using the “Bushel and a Peck” SVG cut file and the Silhouette Cameo re-size the image to fit inside your frame.
To keep it simple, I cut the image out twice using both the black and magenta glitter vinyl.
Remove the excess vinyl (the negative pieces) using a Craft Vinyl Weeding Tool* or pick.
Remove all the hearts and flourishes from the black vinyl.
Remove the words from the magenta vinyl.
Use Vinyl Transfer Tape* to pick up and apply the words directly onto the piece of scrapbook paper. Gently rub over paper. Remove transfer tape.
You can re-use the transfer tape to pick up the hearts and flourishes.
Carefully line up the hearts and flourish over the words. Remove transfer tape.
Add finished sign into frame and enjoy.

Tip: If you’re good, you can carefully pick up the words from the magenta glitter vinyl and use it on a separate project. Like the “Hug” cup down below.

From the 1950’s Musical “Guys and Dolls”…Sang by Doris Day

I love you a bushel and a peck
A bushel and a peck and a hug around the neck
A hug around the neck and a barrel and a heap
A barrel and a heap and I’m talkin’ in my sleep

About you, about you
‘Cause I love you a bushel and a peck
You bet your purdy neck I do
A doodle oodle ooh doo
A doodle oodle oodle ooh doo

“This is a sponsored post. As a member of the StyleTechCraft Design Team I have been provided product and compensation in exchange for my creative ideas. The views and opinions are my own.

12×12 Glitter Vinyl Sheets from StyleTechCraft available on Amazon*

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DIY Christmas Blocks from Wood Scraps

November 1, 2018November 21, 20183 Comments

Quick and Easy Christmas Decorations using Wood Scraps, Vinyl and Stencils.

Got any old wood scraps lying around?

My Dad used to keep a box of old wood scraps for the kids to build and play with.

I grabbed a few of the worn out blocks for my holiday projects.

To make the Holiday Blocks…

Paint one of the blocks grey with DecoArt Vintage Effect Wash* and the other block paint using DecoArt Americana Chalkboard Paint*. (*affiliate link)

*Disclosure: This blog uses ads and affiliate links. If you choose to make a purchase using one of the links, I receive a small commission (at no additional cost to you) that helps offset the costs of maintaining this blog. Thanks for your support!

Using a Silhouette Cameo 3* and Red Glossy Vinyl, I cut out the word “Believe”.
Remove the excess vinyl (the negative pieces) using a Craft Vinyl Weeding Tool* or pick.

Use Vinyl Transfer Tape* to pick up and apply the word directly onto the block of wood.
Rub over the letters using a vinyl scraper tool to remove bubbles and help the vinyl cling to the wood surface better.
Remove transfer tape.

Tie a simple ribbon around holiday berries and glue it to the top of the painted wood block using a quick dry glue*.
I placed the block onto an old vintage metal base scrounged and saved from my Dad’s garage. (I love reusing cool old vintage junk.)
The Stag and Merry Christmas images were also created using my Silhouette Cameo and applied the same way as the Believe block.)

really simple Holiday Décor.

StyleTechCraft Christmas Colors Bundle on Amazon*

If you don’t have access to an electronic die cutter you might want to try a little DIY stenciling.

The “Believe” wood block was painted with red acrylic paint and stenciled using the Believe stencil from DecoArts and a stencil brush*

Another quick and easy Holiday DIY.

Need Stencils? I have several DecoArts Stencils in my Etsy Shop.

“This is a sponsored post. As a member of the StyleTechCraft Design Team I have been provided product and compensation in exchange for my creative ideas. The views and opinions are my own.