Sunday, October 18, 2009

Make-It and Take-It--or leave it

Thanks to Mary for that title--very clever. My life has been consumed with crafts this past week for our ward's upcoming Make-It and Take-It activity--similar to a Super Saturday. Here are some of the things we came up with to offer.

Canvas Quote Board

Ok, so quite a few people signed up for the brown/beige version of this. ZERO have signed up for the orange one. I like it--am I crazy for this? Maybe. What is your honest opinion on it? I am contemplating redoing it with something more boring--I mean, neutral.

Wood Block Calendar

My mom found something similar to this at Ben Franklin and figured we could replicate it. Turns out, with the help of my dad, we did it! Not exact, but close enough. Thanks mom (and dad)!

Glass Block Nativity

I know, I know...maybe this isn't entirely original. However, I am able to offer it to our ladies for a MUCH better price than you can find anywhere else. I might as well use my vinyl cutter for some good, you know?

Potholder Emergency Kit

No, it doesn't have vinyl, but it's fun! My SIL had one of these in her purse and I couldn't pass up the opportunity to make one--using my own choice of fabric. Cute, square, decent-sized, side looped potholders are sooooo hard to find these days. Sew some resealable bags down the center, stuff them with goodies, stick it in your purse/car and you will be prepared for anything. Well, maybe not anything. But definitely for a headache or nail snag.

Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Punkin Face

I found some cute little glass jars at my favorite discount grocery store last week. At $1.49, I couldn't pass them up! This idea immediately popped into my head as soon as I saw them. Simple, easy, but cute--not to mention yummy.


Enough with the BOO blocks already, right?! Well, I think I will make just one more set for me. Not sure who this set is going to. I just think these ones look nice next to my little punkin face.



Monday, October 5, 2009

Supersize Tree

So, my friend wanted a giant vinyl tree on her wall. By giant, I mean about 6.5 ft tall. I was kind of glad she asked for something like this because I have never gotten to do any vinyl on this large of scale. We learned a lot of tips/tricks to use for application in the process. I think it turned out darn cute! She plans to use it as a family tree and place picture frames with family photos on the branches. I am excited to see how it turns out.