Standing Valentine

 Hi Friends,

Here is an easy way to display Valentines.

I had this darling Kitty sending a  letter to his sweetheart.

I traced the card on to a scrap of 1/8'' thick craft store wood.

You could use foam board or card board.

I used a utility knife to cut out the design.

For the stand, I glued together 2 'Jenga' pieces but any small

scrap of wood will do-

I painted the back of the wood with acrylic paint.

The front will be covered with the design, So I only needed

to paint to the edge.

I glued the Valentine to the front.

Then used Distress Ink on the edges.

I had some red glitter so I thought I would use it on the heart.

I added the tiny letter to the mailbox.

On the back side I glued the stacked pieces of wood

to hold up the Valentine.

It stood up very well!

Here is the backside-

I made another!

His letter is removable-

I put them on a book self that needed a little decoration.

    The blocks are here.

Thanks for the visit!

xo Lisa S

Just takes a Minute - Campfire Marshmallow Candle

Hi there!

I purchased this candle at the DOLLAR TREE.

I always love white candles.

This candle has a wonderful Vanilla scent and will work for my plan-

Print a label-

Cut and re-check size and placement.

Here's my label-

size to fit

                                                    I cut and removed the original vinyl label.

I used Mod Podge to adhere the label.

First I painted the front of the label with mod podge

and then allowed it to dry.

After the front is dry. Paint the back side of the label with Mod Podge

and attach to the jar.

Press down well, to remove any air bubbles.

A nice gift for a 'Vintage Loving' friend!

Thank you!

xo Lisa S

Top 10 Most Viewed 2025

Happy New Year ! 

I really can't believe it- 2025 went by so fast-

We have been enjoying our first year as

Grandparents and  it is the BEST !

My creative inspirations were a little sparse this year.

I like to look back to see which posts had the most visits....

I'm always surprised, let's take a look.

Starting with 

#10

A Happy Accident/ Placemat Stencil

A fun and new way to use a plastic placemat

#9

Altered Book Picture Frame

#8

Making your own Furniture Salve

 

#7

Turn a Blanket into a Pumpkin

#6

Vintage Book Hidden File Holder

#5

An Embellished Store-Bought Journal

#4

Easy Paper Wreath for FALL

#3

Paper Bird - Tie a Knot

#2

Lavender Hand Scrub

I was very surprised to see

#1

Crayon Box Journal

Did you miss any of these the first time around ?

If you did, I hope you will go back and check them out.

Thanks for going over the past year with me.

I really appreciate you and I'm always glad you stop by !!!!

Happy New Year!

xo Lisa S

Chubby Gingerbread Picture Frame Ornament

 

Hi !

How are you? 

I know you're busy....but I wanted to share this idea with you.

I've been on the search for a Baby's First Christmas ornament

 but I'm not liking the ones I find.

I saw these wood frames in the craft area at DOLLAR TREE.

OKAY, yes it's a flower...but stay with me.

I thought I could turn them into a

chubby gingerbread man.

I purchased a set of two and cut them apart

and removed the staples

I gave them a light sanding.

I found some paint in my stash...no label...not sure of the color.

I also had some puff paint.

I painted front and back.

I cut a piece of cardstock and mylar for the photo opening.

I used a sharpie to draw a face and the puff paint along the edges.

I wanted to personalize the frame.

I plan to give it as a gift.

They tiny bow was glued in place.

I was happy with how they turned out.

Do you still see a flower?

Maybe you can see from the first picture there was also

a house shaped frame.

I picked one up-

I made a couple of the house frames.

I painted it to look like their home.

I used an eye pin at the top so the ornament can hang.

You could just hot glue a ribbon or bow for hanging.

I wanted to leave room at the top to personalize

the ornament with the family's name and date.

These frames make great gifts.

I was able to make 2 gifts from 1 set.

1 set of 2 was $1.25 !!!!!

I hope you can find some too!

Thanks again ! It's so nice to have you visit.

xo Lisa S

No Bake Faux Gingerbread Cookies

Hello!

Let's make some C O O K I E S ! 

I used Air Dry clay for this project.

Crayola- Model Magic is available at most craft stores,

usually with the crafts for kids.

It comes in many colors.

I purchased the EARTHTONE-

it's paintable but not necessary.

The clay dries in 24 hours.

I worked with half the package at a time.

Kneed with your hands to soften up a little.

I used a rolling pin to flatten out the clay.

Roll between two sheets of parchment paper.

My rolling pin is just for crafts ( not for food )

They look so cute already!

After I rolled out all the clay- there was just a bit left over.

So I pressed the remainder of the clay into the cutter,

This way I had no scraps!

Half of the package made 10 cookies

Yes, there is a Chicken in the mix!

My Mom loves to decorate with chickens 

so I made one just for her!

This clay is sponge-like and lightweight.

When the cookies were completely dry,

I decorated them with white puff paint.

The puff paint was from HOBBY LOBBY about $1.30

Easy to decorate !

See how they look on a plate ?

I put them in the kitchen, tucked inside a sifter.

For fun I added a book.

My children loved the story of The Gingerbread Man.

So glad you were able to stop by!

I tried to make our visit short and SWEET!

XO Lisa S