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Showing posts with label projects. Show all posts

Sunday, March 15, 2020

Hand Print Rainbow with a Pot of Gold




Hand Print Rainbow with a Pot of Gold




Materials:
Directions:
  1. Trace a little hand onto the construction paper and cut out one for each of the rainbow colors.(Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue, Purple)
  2. Cut out a pot in black paper, and cut out your gold in gold or yellow paper. 
  3. Glue together the hands in a rainbow shape.
  4. Glue on your gold and pot to the hands.
  5. Hang it up for a cute St. Patrick's Day decoration!

Monday, November 11, 2019

Snowman made with Birch Logs



This is so cute and rustic! 

Great way to add some winter decor to your home!



Materials:
  • Birch Logs, 1 large, 1 medium, 2 small, and 1 slice. 
  • 1 Wood dowel (1/4 inch)
  • Drill with a bit slightly bigger than your dowel
  • Wood Glue
  • Fabric for a scarf and bow ( I used Flannel)
  • Acrylic Paint
  • Craft Glue or Hot Glue
  • 2-3 Small Black Buttons
Directions:
  1. Get your logs cut and sand them if needed. If you find a small one with a branch piece sticking out you can use it for the nose. 
  2. Drill a hole half way through the center of your largest log. Drill a hole, in the center, all the way through the medium log, 1 small log, and the slice. Drill a hole half way through the last small log. 
  3. Now put the dowel through and stack your logs large, medium, small, slice, and small. Add wood glue in the drilled holes if you would like it to be sturdy. You may need to cut down your dowel to make it the right length. 
  4. Paint on a snowman face. I just did the the eyes because I had a branch piece for the nose and didn't want to add a mouth. If you do not have a branch sticking out just paint on a carrot nose. Make it the way you want!
  5. Use your fabric to make a scarf and a small bow for the hat.
  6. Glue on your bow for the hat and the buttons. 
  7. Now you are done and have a cute little snowman to decorate with or even give as a gift!

Sunday, November 10, 2019

DIY Wood Trees


These wood trees are so cute and easy to make. 

Perfect for some holiday decor!





Materials:
  • 1x2 furring strip boards
  • Saw
  • Small nails and hammer or a nail gun
  • Acrylic paint

Directions:
  1. Start with cutting your boards. These don't need to be any specific size, you can make them and small or large as you want. I start with the center tall board. My trees are about 18 inches tall.
  2. Next cut the branch pieces. The top one at 3 inches, and then add 1 inch to the next one each time going down (3in, 4in, 5in...). For the base I cut 4 boards, 5 inches long. 
  3. Now you can nail your tree together. Start by nailing the base piece on, like shown in the image below. Next add the branch pieces on the center tall board, hang the base over the end of your table space so the boards lay flat. Be careful!
  4. Now that you have your tree put together you can add some paint to the front side if you would like. Another option would be to stain the entire tree a dark brown or even leave it natural. 
  5. Now you can place your trees in your home or outside for some cute decor. I like to put mine on my upper cabinets in my kitchen. To add a little holiday cheer you could add some small lights or mini ornaments to your tree. If you decide you want to put your outside, it would be best to seal the wood and paint. 

Friday, July 19, 2019

Fish Craft for Summer



Gone Fishing!



What a fun craft for the kids to make during the summer. On the days it's too hot out and we are stuck inside it is the best time to make a craft! 


Materials:


Directions:




  1. Get all materials ready on a washable surface. 
  2. Cut our a fish shape from one color of construction paper, and a bobber shape out of a white paper. 
  3. Paint the top and bottom of the bobber red. We did both sides so when we hang it up it can spin around. 
  4. Next paint and decorate the fish, on both sides if you would like. We used a sponge roller to create a splattered look on the fish. Next we glued on the glitter just in the spots where the fins would be. We also did glitter for the eyes. 
  5. After all of the paint and glue is dry, use the hold punch to make a hole in the end of the fish and the top and bottom of the bobber. 
  6. Tie the fish and the bobber together and then hang it up!



Saturday, February 23, 2019

Watercolor Snow Painting

When it's to cold to go out and play in the snow you bring it in! My kids loved painting the snow!


Materials:
  • Watercolor paints
  • Brush
  • Waterproof container or plate
  • Water in a dish
  • Snow

Directions:
  1. Set up paints and water.
  2. Put snow on a plate or in a dish. 
  3. The kids will have to get their brush and paints wet to start painting.
  4. Have fun!

Monday, December 3, 2018

Apple Tree Apple Print Painting



Apple Tree Painting with Apples



Materials:
  • Paper
  • Brown, Red, & Green Paint
  • Paint Brush
  • 1 Apple
  • 2 Forks
  • 2 Plates
Directions:
  1. Get all materials ready. Cut the apple in half and poke a fork in each half to use a handle. 
  2. Using the brown paint and brush, paint a tree with branches. 
  3. Put some red paint on one plate and green paint on the other. 
  4. Using one apple, dip it into the green paint and use it like a stamp to create the leafy area on your tree. 
  5. Next use the other apple. Dip it in the red paint and use it like a stamp to make some apples on your tree. 
  6. Make as many paintings as you want. When finished throw the apple away and clean up your materials. 
  7. Let your painting dry and then hang it up!
  

Blue Mason Jar Potpourri Decor


Blue Mason Jar Decor

Materials: 
  • Blue Mason Jar
  • Potpourri
  • Twine String
  • Printed vintage Photo

Directions:
  1. Fill the jar with potpourri.
  2. Tie the twine around the top of the jar with the vintage photo attsched.
  3. Use as decor in your home or give as a gift. Great as a teacher or coworker gift. 

Sunday, August 19, 2018

Exploding Paint Craft with Alka Seltzer




This was so much fun to do! The kids had a blast and I did too!



 Materials:
  • Paint
  • Small Film Canisters
  • Paper or Canvas
  • Alka Seltzer Tablets
  • Water
  • Outdoor space for easy cleanup 
  • Disposable table cloth, plastic shower curtain, or newspaper. 

Directions:


  1. Get all of your materials ready.
  2. Lay out the disposable table cloth, newspaper, or old plastic shower curtain.
  3. Lay down your paper or canvas. 
  4. Put some paint in a few film canisters 1/3 full. Add a little water (about 1tsp). Stir or shake it up to mix it. 
  5. Get ready to move quickly. Break an Alka Seltzer tablet in half, put both halves in a canister with paint. Put the cover on quickly and set it upside down on the paper or canvas. 
  6. Stand back, the canister may fly far. The Alka Seltzer bubbles will build pressure and cause the top to pop off and create a fun splatter painting.
  7. Continue to fill and explode the canisters until you have a painting you love. 
  8. Clean up, let your painting dry and then hang it up to show off your work!







Thursday, August 16, 2018

Easy Rustic Movie Poster Frame


We have a movie theater theme in out living room but wanted to keep the rustic theme going in our house. So we made rustic frames for our movie theater.




Materials:



  • Pine wood 1x4
  • Stain or Clear Coat
  • Tape Measure
  • Saw
  • Wood Glue
  • Nails and a nail gun
  • Hanging Hardware
  • Movie Poster
  • Tape


Directions:



  1. Measure the height and width of your poster. 
  2. Measure out the length of your boards to fit your poster. Make sure you have them long enough that your don't cover a lot of the poster but short enough that you will be able to cover a bit of the edge with the frame. 
  3. Double check your measurements and then cut your boards. 
  4. Glue and nail together each board to create the frame. 
  5. Let the glue dry and then stain or clear coat the wood. 
  6. Attach the hanging hardware to the back of the frame. 
  7. After the frame is complete simply tape the corners and a couple edges of the poster to the frame. 
  8. Hang up your poster and then enjoy your movie and popcorn!

Wednesday, May 23, 2018

Tonka Planters


Make a statement with this great idea using your old Tonka equipment.


All you need to do...
  • Find metal Tonka trucks (plastic ones may damage easy)
  • Purchase potting soil
  • Find rocks or bark for the rear of the truck to hold in the soil
  • Fill up soil surrounding any assortment of flowers
  • Water, sun and enjoy!


Sunday, May 20, 2018

DIY Pop Bottle Vase


This is a cute way to use those old glass pop bottles. I used the pick a pop bottles but you could use coke, 7 up, or any other classic glass pop bottle.



Materials:
  • 1x4 Pine Board
  • Miter Saw
  • Drill
  • Drill Bits
  • Spade Drill Bit
  • Air Nailer & Nails
  • Wood Glue
  • Tape Measure
  • Pencil
  • Sandpaper
  • Clear Coat Polyurethane 
  • Glass Pop Bottles
  • Flowers and Water
Directions:
  1. Make sure you have all of your materials ready. 
  2. Measure out how long you will need each board based on the number and height of your bottles. Mark your cutting lines.
  3. Cut your boards to the correct lengths. We cut ours to put them together at an angle. 
  4. Hold the boards together to make sure they fit together and are all the correct length. 
  5. For your top board where the bottle will come through, measure out and mark where you need to drill the holes. 
  6. Make a small hole with a regular drill bit first. Then use a spade bit to make the hole big enough for the bottle top to come through. 
  7. Sand your boards to get out any rough spots and edges. 
  8. Glue and nail the ends together. It will become more sturdy once the glue drys. 
  9. Carefully sand any other spots on the boards. 
  10. Check to see if the bottles will fit into their spots. You may need to sand down the bottom edges of the holes to give a little more space to get the bottles in. 
  11. Once the bottles fit and the glue is dry it is ready for the clear coat. Remove the bottles before painting the clear coat. You could also stain this to match your decor. The natural wood goes well with the decor in our home. 
  12. After everything is dry place the bottle back in their spots.
  13. Fill the bottles with water and add your flowers. 
  14. Use your new DIY decor as a centerpiece for everyone to see. Enjoy!

DIY Painted Welcome Signs


Everyone needs a welcome sign on their front step!


Materials: 


Directions:

  1. Sand the board to get out any rough spots or marks. Wipe it clean.
  2. Line up and measure out your stencils. You want the letters to be straight, centered and evenly spaced. Then trace the letters.
  3. For the O in Welcome you can draw and paint anything you like. Flower, pumpkin, snowflake, sports ball, etc.
  4. Paint the letters and your design for the O.
  5. Once the paint is dry, paint on a coat or 2 of the polyurethane. Let it dry. 
  6. Place on your front step to welcome your guests. You could even make these as gifts. 

Sunday, April 29, 2018

Spring Bird Kids Craft

 Happy Spring!



This cute spring picture is perfect to bring a little spring into the house. 

Materials:
Directions:
  1. Draw and cut out a tree with branches, leaves, clouds, ovals for birds, and beaks. 
  2. Glue on all the parts starting witb the tree, then leaves, clouds, birds, and last beaks.
  3. Add googly eyes on the birds with the luquid glue.
  4. Squeeze glue out along the bottom of the birds and press in you dry grass.
  5. Add a little detail of tree bark with a brown marker.
  6. You can add Happy Spring! or even some little music notes above the birds. Tweet Tweet!








Saturday, April 28, 2018

Old Window Picture Frame



I found this old window and had to do something with it. 

             

  Materials:

Directions:
  1. Find an old window
  2. Clean it up. Do not scrub to hard, you don't want to take away any of the distressed look. 
  3. Add the hanging hardware on the back. 
  4. Add your photos using small pieces of clear tape. 
  5. Hang it up!



DIY Wood Pallet Coffee Cup Holder



My husband helped me make this wood pallet coffee cup holder. It was a fun project for us to do together. I found this pallet this size but you could break down a larger pallet to make it the size you want.
This pallet is 2ft x 2ft

Materials:
Directions:

  1. Find or make a small pallet. 
  2. Add a couple small boards to create a shelf. 
  3. Using stencils, paint the word coffee across the top.
  4. Add the hooks for the coffee cups. 
  5. Now it is ready to hang. It is heavy so we screwed it into a stud on the wall. 

Monday, April 3, 2017

Bunny Kids Painting


I loved how easy this was. My kids had so much fun doing some finger painting with this project.



Materials: 
  • Small Canvas
  • Washable Paints
  • Stiff Paint Brush 
  • Bunny Stencil
  • White Paint

Directions:
  1. Get all of your materials out and ready and cover your painting surface when you have kids doing the finger painting. 
  2. Paint the whole canvas with all of the colors you chose. Use light colors first, like yellow. If the colors start to mix to much they will turn brown. 
  3. Let it dry completely. 
  4. Pick the spot you would like to put your stencil. Tape one edge down with painters tape. 
  5. Use a stiff paint brush to paint in the stencil using a tapping motion. Do not have a lot of paint on the brush and be gentle so the brush does not get pushed under the edges of the stencil.
  6. Pull the stencil off when you are done painting.
  7. Let dry and enjoy the artwork through the season. 

Tips/Variations:

  • You could use many different paint colors and stencil shapes for this project. For Example; red, white and blue with a star, greens with a shamrock, kids favorite colors with their initials, etc...

Sunday, April 2, 2017

First Post!

HELLO! My name is Tasha. I am starting this blog to share some great DIY (Do It Yourself) projects. I am excited to get started on some of my long waited projects! It will be a fun process and I hope you enjoy doing your projects too!😃
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