I completed the Monogramed Key Holder over the weekend and in true novice style, had a few hiccups and lessons learned. Make the right mistakes, right? Ones that don't hurt you or others, but teach you something.
Anyway on to my first DIY project. Again I found this idea on Pinterest and found the supplies at a Hobby Lobby. Here is what you will need.
1. A wooden frame in any size. Mine is 8 x 10
2. Spray paint in your favorite color
3. Hooks like the one pictured above
4. Wooden letter and your favorite color of acrylic paint
5. Scrapbook paper - big enough to serve as the background in your frame
Truthfully this project is so simple, that I feel a little silly providing step by step instructions. Here is a picture of the finished product and then I'll add instructions below. Being a novice, with these things I am definitely a visual learner, so let's start with a pic and then the written description.
Paint your letter and frame and allow 1 day to dry completely. You will need to do a few coats to cover completely. Next, fit your scrap paper to the backing of the frame. I used both double-sided tape and a few drops of hot glue to adhere the paper to the back of the frame.
After everything is dry you are ready to glue the wooden letter onto the scrap paper. I would suggest putting your frame together and then glueing down the letter. This way you can make sure things are centered and allow enough room along the edges of the frame (I did not do in this order, and so the top of my "S" is set slightly too high).
Finally, you are ready to install the hooks on your frame. Lightly tap them in and then you will be able to turn/screw them in the remainder of the way.
It's a fun, easy and fairly cheap project to try to get used to crafting with spray paint and using a glue gun. Oh, and as my hubs mentioned, it's really functional!
Next up is a fun twist on creating a dressed up chalkboard. Yes, another idea from Pinterest. Until next time, keep it fun and simple! ~ Alissa
