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DIY: Chalkboard Mug. December 14th, 2011 Naturally when I discovered porcelain chalkboard paint I had to grab some. The inventor must be some kind of genius. Now I have the most amusing coffee mug ever, and you can have one too. This is a much easier version of the hand painted mug project—no drawing or painting skills required! You’ll need: a porcelain mug (mine is from CB2)painter’s tape Pebeo Porcelaine 150 Chalkboard Paint (available at Dick Blick or Amazon)(Don’t use regular chalkboard paint.

How to: 1. 4. *If baking instructions are not printed on your paint bottle, you are probably not using the right paint. (Check out that extra large marshmallow floating in my hot chocolate. How to Host an Awesome Wine and Cheese Party. They are simply made for one another. Give me a decent wine with an assortment of cheeses, and I am a happy girl! One of the most fun parties to attend or to host is a wine tasting party. I recently threw a wine soiree at my home for a few friends. Some folks were anti-wine, while some were straight up winos (ahem…myself), but everyone’s palettes were perfectly pleased and fun was had by all.

Here are a few tips on how to make your wine tasting work: Wine Tasting Decor Every party must have a little panache that tells your guests you went the extra mile. Another simple, rustic way to decorate is to use a chalkboard to identify the wines and pairings. Wine Pairings While brie and gruyere are great with wine, who says you can only serve cheese with wine? Don’t break the bank If you plan your wine and pairings ahead, assign each guest a bottle of wine or a pairing item. You don’t have to have your sommelier degree to host a successful wine tasting. Cheers! Untitled. Well, as you may have noticed from my last few posts I am in fact a redecoratorholic, (as well as perhaps a creator of fabulous new words?) I have only lived in my first home for 2 years now, but have redecorated the living room, master bedroom, guest bedroom and daughter's nursery 3 different times.

Well, seeing as how 3 seems to be the lucky number for creating a room I am happy with, I am planning on leaving my dining room as is, (ONCE I finish redecorating it for the, you got it, THIRD time.) Whew. My husband is worn out just thinking about it! Moving on, my current "dining room overhaul" inspired my most recent project, monogramed place settings. Which made me of course think I needed another set of plates to match. Followed these easy steps... Stenciled Traced... Painted (with porcelain marker from local craft store) Baked (according to paint package directions) To make this... It was that simple! I'll be linking to these parties this week. In Pictures: Napkin for a Buffet or Picnic | Funny for pin blog. Search Results mod podge plate. Have you been on a unique vacation lately that you want to remember? Do you want to update a plain vanilla lamp shade?

Guess what, you can do both with this vintage map lamp shade! Recently I revamped a shade by hot gluing paint chips to the shade. The result was a beautiful ombre lamp that was fun and colorful. The process to create it was easy, especially because the shade was a perfect cylinder. Materials: LampshadeMaps, wrapping paper, or decorative paperCraft paperScissorsRulerPencilX-acto knifeMasking or artists tape (low tack tape)Clear packing tape2 clothespinsRubber cementGrosgrain ribbonHot glue gun To add a vintage glaze you will also need: Paint brushMod podgeCocoa or dark yellow acrylic paintMetallic antique gold paint (optional)Cup to stir paint inStirring stick or palette knife On my last trip to Goodwill, I discovered an old atlas and just knew that I could use it for oodles of projects. Start by selecting the pages you want to use.

Set your pages aside for now. An industrial spin on the tiered tray [a tutorial] Step three:assemble. 2. place the bottom plate on the all thread and work it all the way down to the nut. screw on a nut, followed by a coupler. tighten them to hold the plate securely. 3. screw on another coupler to the height where you want the top plate. add a nut, then the top plate. screw on another coupler. you should have about half the threads left inside the coupler. 4. tighten the couplers around the top plate. 5. screw on the eye bolt and tighten. step four stabilize.

Untitled. Paper Covered Lids - Gift Idea & Tutorial. Hi Everyone I am showing this tutorial as Christmas is coming and this is a super simple way to jazz up plain jars for easy gifts. You can use any scraps of scrapbook paper and they look really neat when finished! You can see another example on my Neighbor gift post here. If you need to keep a good seal on the lid for your jars (for example if they contain perishable food) simply cut the paper a little smaller and then use a sticker or ribbon to hide the join without compromising the seal.

(Take a look at the tutorial below and all will become clear!) Covered Lids Tutorial Cut a circle of paper (see Note* below for sizing information)Trace rim onto reverse of paperMake cuts as shown ¼” apart to centre lineUsing mod-podge, glue lid to paperGlue strips, one at a time overlapping as you go roundSeal with 2 coats of mod podge all overNote* Cut circle to equal diameter of lid PLUS 2 x height of rim PLUS 1.5cm. DIY Tutorial: Mod Podge Tile Coasters. Jaime Curtis – one of the talented women behind the ultra-inspiring Prudent Baby – was kind enough to share this fabulous Mod Podge Tile Coasters tutorial with us! The best thing about this type of project is that you can literally tailor it to any style & color palette you want… there are so many great gift wrap & scrapbook papers out there, so the sky’s the limit!

Added bonus: they cost less than $5/set & made for a great gift idea too. Here goes with the DIY details: DIY Mod Podge Coaster Tutorial 1. Purchase some tiles. I bought six of the cheapest tiles I could find in glossy white; it was under $2. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Note: You can use your coasters the next day but don’t put anything HOT on them for a month – that’s how long it takes the mod podge to fully cure.

You’re done! P.S. Apron Bottle Cover Tutorial... Can you believe it?... I'm finally getting around to doing a tutorial on my apron water bottle/soda covers. I have had sooo many requests for this tutorial ever since I started my blog... today it feels good to finally be doing it:) I can't tell you how many of these little cuties that I've sewn over the years... well into the hundreds I'm sure. I first posted about them a long time ago... if you are new to my blog... you can read all about them by clicking For my aprons today... I chose to use two cute japanese fabrics from my stash.

It just takes 1 - 6" square of fabric for one apron... and 2 - 1 1/2"x 3 1/2" for the pockets. But I usually make more than one at a time... and today I am making 4! If you want to make them with me... All you will need to make 4 aprons are... 2 - 10" squares of fabric that coordinate 4 yards of 1/4" bias tape (double fold) Thread to match bias tape. I think this is a great way to use up leftover 10" squares:) I like to trace my aprons and pockets onto freezer paper and iron them Step 1: xx. Repurposed Etched Glass Spice Jars... As an avid recycler, I often find myself admiring the numerous boxes of glass bottles in our garage, awaiting their fate. When I noticed more than a dozen empty bottles from one particular product, I knew I had a problem there must be something else I could do other than toss them into a recycling bin once a week.

In order to justify my purchase of a caffeine-laden treat, I decided to repurpose and upcycle the glass containers from my favorite splurge. Enter Starbucks Frappuccino. (I know, I know, but I'm trying...) And no, we're not rich. I realize these drinks can be over two dollars each, but one a week is hardly a crime. Come Friday, by golly, I'm worth two bucks. With a few supplies, and as many glass bottles as you can find, you can quickly organize a spice cupboard or pantry in a very attractive manner! Drink bottles, salad dressing bottles, there are so many options, so many different sizes and shapes. Come on, let's see what we can come up with!

Cake Stands and Candy Dishes. Accessories Published on April 15th, 2011 | by Jules IKEAHacker Materials: OPPEN plate/bowl, NEGLINGE candlestick, E6000 epoxy Description: Cake stands are always so expensive at retail stores like Target and the like, when they are basically just elevated plates. Why not elevate your own? 1: Remove the labels from everything and wash carefully. 2: Mark the exact center of a glass OPPEN plate or bowl, on the top face, with a black marker. 3: Apply E6000 evenly to the top face of the NEGLINGE candlestick. 4: Align the plate/bowl with the center of the candlestick and press down firmly.

While this is drying, prepare your favorite cake or candy to fill the bowl. . ~ AJ W., Lansing, MI The Author Jules IKEAHacker "I am Jules, the engine behind IKEAHackers and the one who keeps this site up and running. A Modern Wall-Mounted Spice Rack. DIY Chalkboard Wine Glasses | | Scissors & Spatulas {and everything in between}Scissors & Spatulas {and everything in between} What do you get when you mix chalkboard paint with wine glasses? I’ll give you a hint. . . you’ll never question whether or not a glass is yours again! Because it will have your name written all over it! Literally! Chalkboard painted wine glasses! This is fairly easy to do! I also decided to paint around a carafe that I have.

The glases were taped and prepped for painting! So we moved on to the other option, dipping the stems in paint. We had to let A LOT of paint drip off! First we spun it around, letting the excess drip off the glass into the bowl. Once the drips slowed down we turned them upside down. And when they were finished, I tied a pretty ribbon on them! Aren’t they cute?! Here is my set. You Might Also Like: 9 Pantry Makeovers: Getting Organized. 9 Kitchen Craft Ideas. Love Your Smile. Happy Valentine's Day everyone ! Today I'm sharing a flip top box tutorial created as my guest project for Ladybuy Blessings. I filled it with little sweets for SJ who's always ready with a cheery smile when I need help at KCK. Hope you had a wonderful CHA trip SJ. Instructions : Copy this template onto a 7"x12" paper Cut out the flip-top along the green cut lines. Decorate your fli- top. Add a sentiment label, some flowers and ribbons to complete the gift box Have you gotten that special someone in your life a Valentine ?

Linking up to these parties. Supplies :Pattern Paper - Basic Grey Marrakech (Vanilla Chai), Sassafras Fawned of You Too (Girl's Best Friend), Sassafras Sunshine Lollipop (Dreamsicle), Sassafras Pocket Full of Rosies (Branch Out)Embellishments - Cosmo Cricket Nutmeg sticker, Autumn Leaves clear stamp, Queenie & Co brads, Basic Grey Sugar Rush brad, Making Memories Jigsaw Shapes chipboard, twine, tulle, butterfly button Update : I was so touched when Jayma emailed me. 9 Cool Kitchen Craft Ideas. Table Setting Placemat. Hi if you're here from Noodlehead welcome and please take a look around.

This project I'm sharing with you today was inspired by my son. He always wants to help with dinner, and I try to let him help wherever he can with the prep work, but while I'm doing the cooking, he likes to help by setting the table. This placemat was designed to help little kids do just that, showing them where to put the plate, knife, fork and spoon. So I give you the . . . These Table Setting Placemats are fun and functional. They bring together some of my favorite techniques: painting, sewing and quilting. The knife, fork and spoon are painted on using freezer paper and fabric paint and the top of the placemat is pieced together to allow a fun fabric in the middle.

Your kids will have fun setting the table My three-year-old got in on the fun and set the table too. Then, of course, you must sit down for a little "snack" and some fun too. So let's make this placemat! Repeat for the knife and spoon. Sew on the binding. Pot holders from jeans pockets - a tutorial. I saw one of these at a friend's house a few weeks ago, and loved the idea of them! Having recently bought some jeans from the charity shop for 50c a pair, I thought I'd have a go at making my own pot holders! Here's how: First gather your materials. You will need 2 back jeans pockets, some fleece for the batting (padding) on the inside, pretty material for the other side of the holders and contrasting material for the binding round the edges.

Cut around the back jeans pockets leaving as much space as you can. Then neaten up the edges. Also cut strips from the contrasting fabric, 6cm (2.5") wide for the binding around the edge. (I needed about 1 metre (39.5") for each pot holder. Pin together the pretty fabric and the fleece. Then stitch together. I decided to try out another bit of quilting (I'm very much a beginner at this). With my fabric being stripy, wiggly lines may not have been the best choice! Now to the binding. Then using your iron, press each strip in half lengthways.

DIY Chalkboard Serving Platter. December 21st, 2011 Just one more chalkboard porcelain paint project, and then I’ll give it a rest. I promise. How about… a chalkboard serving platter? It’s perfect for serving cheese, cookies, or any other goodies you might need to label. you’ll need: a porcelain platter (mine is from CB2)painter’s tape (optional) Pebeo Porcelaine 150 Chalkboard Paint (available at Dick Blick or Amazon)(Don’t use regular chalkboard paint.

This only works with porcelain paint.)a soft bristle paint brush (a watercolor brush works well) a regular kitchen oven how to: 1. My So Called Green Life...: Upcycle: Old frame into chalkboard serving tray! Tool Time Tuesday...Napkin and Place Setting Ideas. Casserole or Pie Carrier Tutorial. !Sew WE Quilt!: Comfort and JOY with Bea and her Tutorial for Owl Pot holders ( 2 guests today, tomorrow New Years EVE) Snowflake teabags. Oven Mitt. HANDMADE HOLIDAYS {coasters} « Ann Kelle. Tea Wallet Tutorial- 6 bag | Sew It Girl. Check Out My Moves! GreenStitch Episode 49 - Care for some tea? UPDATED: Ipad Rest or Stand Tutorial. Make Your Own Coffee Cozy. Chef Hat Tutorial. Make Mine A Double…Word Score! Fall Leaves Coasters. How-to: Summer cup covers. Chalkboard Wine Glasses...For A Dollar. Return on creativity: paint sample coasters.