This isn't decoupage! These vintage butterfly images were transferred to the wood frame using a different method. Read on to learn more! Back in April I shared some ideas for decorating plain wood frames, and promised to show two more techniques for ways to embellish wood projects. This method involves transferring images using gel medium, like I did here, but this time I am using vintage images rather than making my own. This is different from decoupage! With this process you are … [Read more...]
Archives for July 2012
Almost Free Watering Pails
Today I am excited to show you how to make these "Almost Free Watering Pails"! This quick project allows you to recycle, tend to your plants, and craft...win, win, win! You will need a plastic container that has a screw on cap and an arm. I used a recycled tea container and two apple juice containers. Then, spray paint them. I used paints by Krylon. I didn't remove the labels from mine since my colors were darker and covered them. If you were going with a light color you might … [Read more...]
Getting to Know Me?
Don't laugh, but this post is going to be hard for me. I don't really like talking about myself, and I tend to stick to just tutorials on my blog. But two lovely fellow bloggers have nominated me for two awards, so I'm going to play along. I'll try not to bore you. And, because I'm a teacher, there will be a quiz at the end of the post. So take notes. Kristin at A Vintage Fairy gave me this first award. I am so pleased she thought of me because I really admire her work. I love her … [Read more...]