Post-It frame up

I have made a few of these framed post it note holders for the local craft fair and I have given a couple out as gifts already.   It's really a very inexpensive and a functional little gift.  Super easy, and in my opinion...super cute! I found this while blog hoping around.

What you need:  

clear frames (I bought mine at Dollar store  for, you guessed it...$1.00)

post-it's (I bought a generic pack at Wal-Mart for $1.74. Had enough in this one pack for 5 presents) scrapbook paper/embellishments (Already had these.)

I think it's pretty easy on how to do this little project, but here ya go...: )
Cut scrapbook paper to fit frame, stick post-its on the front, and attach ribbon or embellishment.


Here are some examples of how you can personalize! so many ways to go with these~!

I made a set!  little notebook covered in matching paper! so cute.




this one I hot glued some seashells to the frame!
great for anyone who loves the beach!  a great way to use up the shells from vacations too!

 

Love the fall colors. These I added some die cuts from the package of matching paper.

Easy gift idea

Is it too early to start thinking about Christmas gift? NO!! If you’re planning to do handmade Christmas gifts this year, check out this simple and inexpensive, easy gift idea to get your gift giving ideas rolling.

 I am pleased to share with you my rubberstamped candle,...Check out my Craft Corner for details on this simple way to magicaly personalize a gift for a friend.  I showed how to do this in one of my art classes and it was a huge success I had to add it to the other classes!

Rubber Stamping on Tiles...

I saw this diy on http://www.stamptv.com/  and thought it would be fun to start some early Christmas Presents and maybe have some for my  craft shows and art classes coming up.   I found these tiles and I loved the rough top.  (I do have some left over tiles from another project that are smooth)  I got my fairy stamps out and made these.  I have not added color yet.           

To stamp on tiles you need to have the right tools. I used the Stazon ink.  It is waterproof, and no other ink, that I know of, will work for this technique. The tiles I used are Travertine tiles, not completely smooth.

It's always a good idea to use a 4x4" square cardstock to map out what you want to stamp first. This will save you the frustration of stamping on a tile and not liking it. Make sure you use a cloth to get your tiles clean and ready to recieve the ink. Be sure your Stazon is fully inked, you always want to start with a nice juicy pad.  Once you stamp and color your tiles, then it's time to add the felt feet. (I got some at home depot.) by adding felt or cork to the bottom it will protect your furniture.



This is the completed 4. 
All I need to do is tye it up with a bow!
What do you think???





"A soul must never be pushed or driven, but allowed to unfold naturally, like a flower blossoming bit by bit in the sunshine".

Decorating for Fall/Autumn Wreath

With  Fall firmly here I tend to think of wreaths.  It is a great way to use natural wild materials and I usually have alot of choices on my property.  I noticed I have alot of grapevine on my property and it does tend to take over...so now and then I need to cut them back from my flowering trees.  But so you know they do not go to waste. If you are looking for something to do with the kids this is a great way to get them outside and  let them scout out for vines and decorations for the wreath...they always find the magical good stuff!   

Crafting the wreath is easy.  I start gathering the grapevine up and I will sometimes strip the leaves from the vines, sometimes not (I like the green leaves on them) then I bend and twist the vines into a circle. I add more as I go around and the wreath tells me how big it wants to be...(I have some really cute little ones too you can decorate, add a magnet and it is ready for the fridge!)  I then secure the stems by tucking them in and around the other stems and then I can add decorations if I want...

I added some sunflowers and some ribbon to mine and used this wreath as part of my mother nature costumn for Halloween at Busch Wildlife Sancturary.  And now it is hanging on my wall!

           If you want to preserve its color, hang the wreath away from bright light and heat and enjoy!
I would love to see what you have crafted for fall! Please add your picture to the comment page!