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BRIDAL SHOWER CHALKBOARD SIGN

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BRIDAL SHOWER CHALKBOARD SIGN

CRICUT TUTORIAL

BRIDAL SHOWER CHALKBOARD SIGN

 

Are you a bride looking to make your own decorations for your upcoming wedding?  It’s not as tough as you might think and you’ll save yourself a bit of money doing some of the decorations yourself.  One of the most popular decoration ideas floating around on social media and platforms like Pinterest are the Chalkboard signs using vinyl.

I made this beautiful chalkboard sign for a bridal shower for my daughter’s best friend.  However, you can use them to make any sign, not just for a wedding.  I will be making more of these as my own daughter’s wedding approaches.  I will be using them as table decorations to welcome guests to the wedding and reception.  These signs are so versatile, I absolutely love them.

What if you make a mistake?  No worries.  The vinyl can be pulled up so that making a mistake can be removed easily; making each sign reusable for whatever need you may have.

Below is a quick and easy tutorial that I have put together to get you started on your own personalized project.

Font Used:

Scriptina Pro

Cricut Supplies:

🌸Cricut Maker: https://shop.cricut.com/en_us/machine…

🌸Cricut Adhesive Foil: https://shop.cricut.com/en_us/cutting…

Amazon: 

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STRIP QUILT SERIES| QAYG

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STRIP QUILT SERIES| QAYG

QUILT AS YOU GO

Welcome to my strip quilt series.  In these videos I show you how to create a strip quilt from start to finish, using the Quilt As You Go (QAYG) method.  I also cover how to attach borders using the QAYG method, as well as, how to add binding to a quilt.  Remember that quilting is supposed to be fun, your own creation and made with love.  Be sure to follow me on YouTube at: The Crafty Author on YouTube 

I will be sharing more quilting videos in the future.

STRIP QUILT SERIES| QAYG

Supplies Needed:

2- Jelly Rolls (Unless you have 40 in a roll, in that case, you only need 1)

3 Yards of Fabric for borders

3/4 yards for sashing

Rotary Cutter

Cutting Mat

Scissors

Sewing Machine

Iron

Ruler for squaring up your block

This block measures 10″ finished before sashing.

1- Package of batting (Lap Size)

 

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MICKEY MOUSE EASTER BASKET

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MICKEY MOUSE EASTER BASKET

DO IT YOURSELF (DIY)

In this post, I will be sharing how to make your own Mickey Mouse Easter Basket.  Over the weekend, I sat down and made this cute little basket for my Grandson.  As I promised prior, I would not only be sharing my writing journey with all of you, but also my crafting journey as well.  I hope this gives you some of your own ideas and if not, feel free to replicate it for the special kiddos in your life.

This is not my original idea, but when I saw it, I knew I had to try it.  I added a little extra to the basket to make it my own unique design.  The original idea came from Auntie Tay and you can check out her video right here:  Show Me Auntie Tay’s Video

SUPPLIES:

Posterboard- $1

Fabric for Bow Tie- $1.18 (I purchased an 1/8 of a yard)

Glue Gun- I already own one but they typically cost around $5

Easter Basket- $1

Buttons- $1

ASSEMBLY:

I used a Spaghetti O can to trace the ears and made a total 4.  I glued the ears on the basket, using one circle for the front and one on the back.  For Mickey’s buttons on his outfit, I glued two large buttons on the basket.  As for his bowtie, I took some Mickey Mouse fabric and created a bow tie.   I then filled the basket with toys and candy and we’re already for Easter!  I hope you give this cute and inexpensive craft a try.  If you do, please let me know, I’d love to see what variations you come up with.

 

MICKEY MOUSE EASTER BASKET| ALYSON RAYNES