Upcycled Heat Embossed Coasters for Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L

It's my turn on the Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L blog today and I've created a pair of upcycled heat embossed coasters!  This has been rattling around in my brain for awhile, so I'm glad I got that out of my system, haha!  It's fairly easy and a ton of fun, so head on over and check out my video tutorial.

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Ranger Inkssentials Craft Mat 15x18 Shop at: Scrapbook.com	Ranger US HEAT IT CRAFT TOOL Shop at: Scrapbook.com	Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L Adhesive Sheets 4x6 inch Shop at: Simon Says Stamp	Brother Scan n Cut 2 CM 350 Shop at: Amazon
Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L 3D Black Foam Circles Shop at: Scrapbook.com	Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L Adhesives Sheets 12x12in Shop at: Amazon	Gina K Designs Dark Brown Embossing Powder Shop at: Simon Says Stamp

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Upcycled Wall Art with May Arts Ribbon

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I've got a project up on the May Arts Ribbon Blog today, upcycling this picture frame.   Grab some ribbon and let's make some fun Wall Art!  Head on over to see all the photos and step by step instructions.  Scroll down for the affiliate links, if you'd like to purchase this silky satin ribbon from their online retail store, The Ribbon Resource. 

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Black Grosgrain Stitched Edge Ribbon

Double Faced Satin Ribbon – Parrot Green


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Upcycled Halloween Frame for May Arts Ribbon

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Fall us upon us and I've got a fun, festive Upcycled Halloween Frame, featured over on the May Arts Ribbon blog today.  Hop on over and take a look at how my design team project was inspired, including some of the technology used, as well as the details on these gorgeous ribbons, right here:  

May Arts Ribbon Blog

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May Arts Ribbon used:

A486-1-28  1” Orange Adhesive Flag Ribbon

EX-01 3/4” White Ghost Ribbon

EX-08 3/4” Black Witch Ribbon

EX-28 3/4” Orange Pumpkin Ribbon

JE47  1.5” Violet Sheer Iridescent Ribbon

346-46 Fuzzy Pom Pom Wired Ribbon,  Parrot Green (available soon at The RIbbon Resource)

QD47 1.5” Purple Sheer Ribbon Velvet Dots

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DecoArt Upcycled Neon Pop Bar Chair

Today I've got a fun project that pairs DecoArt Americana Multi-Surface Satin Acrylic paints, with a stenciled die-cut made with my Cricut Explore.  I found this vintage, Comfort Line bar stool chair in a thrift shop, and thought it would be a perfect test subject. 

I really wanted to try out the Decoart Neon colors from the multi-surface collection.  They're such fun colors and I couldn't choose just one, so I chose to use all of them - pink, green, orange, blue, and yellow!  Plus, they're great for indoor and outdoor use.  I'm going with a fun, summery Bubble Pop design.  Let's get started.....

First, we need to create the stencil.

I've designed this file in the Cricut Design Space and, if you're a user, you are welcome to use my free file.  It fits on a 12"x12" mat.  Simply copy and paste the link below, into your address bar, once you're logged into Design Space.   The photo to the left shows where I weeded the circles out of the stencil.  I'm using clear contact paper, for my stencil, that you can purchase at the Dollar Tree.

https://us.cricut.com/design/#/canvas/27431137


Now, let's prep the chair.  Because the chair has a shine, I've lightly sanded it, front and back, so the paint will better adhere.  Be careful not to sand too hard, or you'll have sharp, pointy edges.

Next, I'm doing a test coat so I can gauge how much paint I might need.  I'm going with the DecoArt Multi-surface Cotton Ball for my base coat.  

I used 2 full coats of the Cotton Ball paint, now it's on to the stenciling.  The stickiness of the contact paper?  Not so great.... live and learn, right?  So I used some washi tape to hold it in place.  I tried paint brushes and foam brushes, to see which worked best on my chair's surface and the foam brushes seemed to work best, to avoid streaks on this surface.   I ended up applying 3 coats of the neon paint for full coverage.

Check it out!  Aren't the colors just brilliant?  There is no photo editing here, people.  This is the color my camera took, no tweaking required.  Due to the contact paper not sticking as well as I'd like, I had some leaked edges on my circles which required some touching up with the Cotton Ball paint.

You may want to use a sealer after you've let this cure for a bit.  The American Spray Sealer is perfect to finish this off and better preserve all your hard work.  It gives your finished project a nice gloss as well.

Here's the Before and After.

 I've had some friends take a peek and they thought this would look so good in a girls bedroom.  My initial thought was to use it outdoors as a fun summer chair at a backyard BBQ.  How about having one of these as a birthday chair for a daycare or classroom?

I also think the stencil would be great for using as a focal point to paint these neon colors in bubble shapes in a child's bedroom on a wall, say, near a bedroom lamp?  A great little pop of color.

I hope you enjoyed my little project.  Please share your thoughts and other ideas in the comment section.  I appreciate it!

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Upcycled Shoe Box Storage

Need to organize your craft space?  How about utilizing something you probably already have on hand; shoe boxes.  We all have them, sitting around, taking up space in our closets, right?  For this fun, crafty upcycle, all you need are a few supplies:

Scissors

Scrapbook Paper

Stapler

Colored Staples

Ruler

 

 1.  Measure and trim your paper to size.

2. Add 3 well placed staples on the sides and 2 on the end corners. 

That's it!  It doesn't get any easier than that.

Pick a theme and colors, and perk up your crafty space.  I plan to make some more and stick with the pink/blue/yellow theme.  Mix and match patterned boxes with solid colored boxes for some added pop.    Versatile and pretty! 

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We R Memory Keepers - Crafter's Stapler - $4.49

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10 Crafty Ways to Recycle your Coffee Cup

You know that moment when lightning strikes, that "ah ha" moment?  That's what happened while enjoying my morning coffee.  I thought to myself, " I bet there's a lot of ways I could get crafty with this thing."

So, I proceeded to make a list of things that immediately came to my mind.  Here are the resulting projects:

#1 - Decorate it.  Fill it with shredded paper, put a gift card in it, samples of coffee, whatever.  Your coffee loving friend will love it!  I know I would.

#2 - Make a card.  YES!  Is this not the best idea ever?!  Plus, it knocks out #3 on my list .....make confetti.  Oddly enough, this confetti actually looks like coffee beans.  I used a hole punch and Glue Dots to adhere.  You could actually punch out a bunch and use in lots of different ways: a shaker card, decorative confetti on the table, use for googly eyes, etc.

#4 - A Megaphone.   Decorate it in school colors, wrap it in washi tape.  I guarantee my child will want to take this with him to the next pep rally at school.

 Giant #5 - Giant Googly Eyes.  Let the kids have fun with this.  They could make silly faces, stick a piece of magnetic tape on the back, put the fun on the fridge.

#6 - Yes I did.  A coffee cup Christmas tree.  PLEASE USE LED LIGHTS so you don't burn the place down!

#7 - Bowling!  Put the lids on, turn them upside down and let the kids have a bowling alley in the kitchen.

Lastly, 8, 9 and 10.  Not pictured but still, fun ideas.  

#8 - Make a gift tag.  If you have a large circle punch, punch out a section (or draw a circle and trim with scissors) then use a small hole punch to run ribbon or string through.  Use a sharpie marker to write the name on the back.

#9 - Another rainy day kids game.....fill multiple cups halfway with water and have a fun coin toss.  This will keep them busy while you enjoy another cup of coffee.

#10 - Make a coffee cup snowman.  Turn it upside.  Take a Styrofoam round ball and stick to top with a toothpick or glue.  Poke stick branches through the side for arms and decorate.  *Tip - the lid makes a cute hat!

Have fun getting crafty with these recycled ideas.  I can guarantee you'll create some great conversation pieces!

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Update:  McDonald's tweeted.  They like my project.  :)

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DIY 20 Minute Student Desk Refurbish

I've got a quick, easy project for you today.  This student desk is a perfect addition to my craft room, but first, I've got to whip it into shape.  As you can see below, the desk is covered in some kind of painted scribble, and I've decided to put my scrapping, crafty skills to use.  It only took about 20 minutes of my  time and 4 supplies, all of which can be found at your local hobby store:

- Mod Podge
- Foam brush or medium paintbrush
- Metal paint scraper
- 4x6 adhesive mat stack (found in the scrapbook paper section)

 

I used an adhesive mat stack (DCWV) that has almost a quilted look once all the sections are in place.  I layered from left to right, alternating so the top and bottom rows are vertical and the inner row horizontal, trimming a few smaller sectional pieces to finish the last row.    

Once all sections are adhered, take your brush and brush on 

the Mod Podge, covering completely in a thin layer.  Before completely dry, take your paint scraper and gently scrape out any air bubbles.  If desired, add a second coat of Mod Podge.

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Recycled gift bags made with magazines

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Ok folks,  I need some honest feedback.   I've been looking for a way to package my homemade cards that I sell and came up with gift bags made out of magazines.

I've got strips of heavy cardstock to balance the bag.   My question is this:  its flimsy paper but it IS recycling.   Would you be happy to get a gift bag like this or is it too cheap looking?   Feedback please before I proceed!   This is a very basic mock up.   I appreciate your input.   Thanks so much!