Spring Time Polka Dot Jar

Hi again!  It’s Kaysi from Keeping it Simple.

I have a little obsession with polka dots.  I just love them!  It’s one of my all time favorite things to do with vinyl too, because it’s so easy.  You can use a cutter or just use a circle punch to cut the circles and then it just takes a few minutes to put them on!

This is how I made this fun utensil jar:

I took just a regular jar that someone gave me

I spray painted it turquoise and then added the vinyl circles.

I wrapped the thread with some yellow ribbon and glued it.

Then I added my utensils.  Super easy!

Thanks for having me today!

Using Vinyl to Writing on Dishes

Have you ever thought to write on dishes? My handwriting is not so great so when I want clean lines and the perfect lettering I use my vinyl as a stencil.

Here’s some screen shots from the Inspired by Pinterest episode called “Writing on Dishes” on My Craft Channel.

 Best method to fill in your letter is to go back and forth and move upward on the design. Do not go back over the area you’ve already colored if you want a solid colored in area.

But to give you a better idea of what I’m talking about…check out the episode here:

Chocolate Bunnies Sign

For my friends I wanted to make a cute little board they could put on their shelf for Easter.

Let me show you how easy this is to make!

Supplies needed:

Wood board

Paint (I used white)

Brown ink

Vinyl (I used brown)

Mod Podge

Cut your wood board to the size you like and paint white.

Using a brown ink pad ink up the edges a bit.

Cut out a cute Easter saying on vinyl.  I thought this was such a cute saying because I just love Chocolate bunnies at Easter time!

Put your vinyl on your board.

I add a layer of Mod Podge over the top to make sure the vinyl doesn’t peel up.  It usually does not – but I like to make sure.

Let dry and put on your shelf – so cute!

Summer is the author and owner of Summer Scraps.  She is constantly inspired by her 3 kids and has great support from her husband.  In her spare time she enjoys cooking, reading, watching movies and has a secret passion for video games.  Summer loves to share crafts and recipes.  You can also find Summer on Facebook, Twitter , Pinterest and at her Etsy shop.

Candle Jars: Vinyl as a Stencil

Hi again, it’s Kaysi from Keeping it Simple!

Today I am going to share with you how I used vinyl as stencil on some glasses vases I got from the dollar store.  I love the look of these vases and the designs that they have now!

This is how I made it:

I took a vase and then I cut several 12” strips of vinyl.  The width of them varied from 1/4” to 1/2”

I then put the vinyl around the vase, making sure to push down hard to get all the air bubbles out.

Then using some frosting paint, I spray painted the vase all around.

Once the paint was completely dry, I peeled off the vinyl.

I added a little tea light to it.  And that’s it, super easy and simple.

I liked the look so much that I decided to do the same thing to a couple other vases and just used spray paint for some added color!

Thanks for having me here today!

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Lucky as Can Be St. Patricks Sign

In trying to keep with my Lucky theme for my St. Patrick’s Day decor I made this little Lucky board to sit on my shelf.  This one is so super simple and quick!

First start with a board and paint it white.  Then pick a really cute piece of cardstock and cut it to the size you want.  Then using Mod Podge adhere it to your board.  Here is my board with my cute paper

Wait for the Mod Podge to dry then add a cute vinyl word.  My vinyl says “Lucky as can be!!”

Add some Mod Podge over the top to seal everything together and let dry.  I think this turned out so cute and took no time at all!

If you liked this you may want to check out my Lucky wood blocks as well.

Summer is the author and owner of Summer Scraps.  She is constantly inspired by her 3 kids and has great support from her husband.  In her spare time she enjoys cooking, reading, watching movies and has a secret passion for video games.  Summer loves to share crafts and recipes.  You can also find Summer on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest and at her Etsy shop.

Valentine Treat Plate

Hi again!  It’s Kaysi from Keeping it Simple.

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, so I thought that I would decorate a plate that I got from the $1 store.  When I think about Valentine’s day, I can’t help to think about glitter, so I decided to use some awesome pink glitter vinyl.

All I did was just add the vinyl to the red plate, super easy!

I love how it sparkles!

I had fun coming up with the conversation hearts, I felt like I was in jr. high again

Thanks for having me here today!

Adding Vinyl to Accent your Chalkboards

I love Chalkboards! I love words and so chalkboards are the perfect solution for me. If I didn’t have them, I would be one of those people who hung words all over the house using construction paper and scotch tape.

If you are not sure how to make a chalkboard, I tell you how to do it here. It really is easier than you think.

I wanted my chalkboard to have a little something extra and unique detail. So, I added a little bit of vinyl love. I have done this a couple of times and every time I do it, I love it more and more.

Supplies Needed:

Chalkboard

Vinyl ( I love Vinyl Outlet.net)

Cricut Mini or your shape printed on some paper & scissors

Chalk and wet rag (to use as an eraser)

Directions:

I cut out a simple #1 to fit in the corner of my chalkboard. When you are deciding what vinyl shape to put on your chalkboard, take your chalkboard size into consideration. This chalkboard is not huge, so I made sure my vinyl was cut to size. After you have cut out your vinyl decal, you just need to attach it to your board. I used transfer tape to make the application super simple.

Voila!

Now that you have your chalkboard all decked out and you are not sure what to write on your board-I have a hundreds of quotes on my Chalkboard Quotes Board on Pinterest. 

If you are wanting some simple tips on how to write on your chalkboard-I did a whole post all about this as well. Simple, life changing tips. (Well not really life changing, but you get the idea)

If you want more simple project ideas, DIY and decorating tips and tricks, please visit my blog

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Snowflake Candles

Before I pull out the Valentine decorations I decided to decorate a little bit for winter.  As part of my winter shelf display I made these cute Snowflake Candles.  The best part was how inexpensive and easy it was to put together!

I bought these candles from the Dollar Tree – so I spent only $3

Then I cut out about 20 snowflakes from white vinyl.  This snowflake design had a small snowflake in the center so I was able to use both pieces.

Place the vinyl snowflakes on the candles.

I like how they look on my winter mantle.

 Check out my blog Summer Scraps to see the other items on my winter mantle – I think it turned out cute!

Summer is the author and owner of Summer Scraps.  She is grateful and constantly inspired by her family. In her spare time she enjoys cooking, reading, watching movies and has a secret passion for video games.  Summer loves to share crafts and recipes.  You can also find Summer on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest and at her Etsy shop.

Simple Valentines Canvas Decor by Tausha

I heart the day of love! I really do. I love the pink and red candy, the class valentines and the red pancakes I make for breakfast on February 14th.

The only thing that I don’t really love is the decor options that are available to purchase. Wa-waa 😦

I know that I am not the only one who feels this way, so I thought that I would come up with a simple piece of Valentine’s decor! You are excited..right? Wa-hoo!

Supplies needed:

Canvas-it’s ok if there is something already on the canvas (painting) because you will cover it up

Paper

Adhesive

White round paper doily

Red heart doily

Red glitter

Junk Bow

“14” cut out of Brookie Vinyl

I love a simple project and this one is no different. It even goes a little bit faster if your kids are in bed and you have a diet coke and some chocolate to keep you company.

Directions

(you are going to want to glitter your heart doily before you start and let it dry overnight.)

1-I covered my canvas (that was previously a craft FAIL) with cute polka dot paper. I then added a strip of old school lined paper. I used double stick tape to adhere it. Worked like a charm.

2- I then added the vinyl 14 that I cut out with my Cricut Mini. I used the Storybook Font.

3- I then adhered the white doily  Some of the doily will fold over the edge of the canvas.That is what you want. I just glued it down on the sides.

4-Add your glittered, red heart, doily. Double stick tape to the rescue again.

5-I love a great junk bow-so that was one of final steps. Not sure what a junk bow is? Don’t worry, I did a whole post about it. You can read about it here. 

6- I used a fine point pen to draw “I love you” & to outline the 14. This is totally optional. So, if you hate your handwriting, no worries.

Done and done! I finished this whole project while watching an episode of Nashville. So, it doesn’t take too long. I hope that you will try this project out. I think that you will really LOVE the results!

If you want to find more simple projects, diy and decorating how to, you can check out my blog:

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Note to Self Dry Erase Board

Laura here again, from KOLA Designs!  Today I want to share a project that will hopefully help to organize your life, or at least your to-do list!  Today I put together an interchangeable dry erase board using a 12×12″ glass frame, some CTMH paper, stamps, and ink, and a little Brookie Craft Vinyl!

Step one is to create a design to frame – this will be the background for your dry erase board, so you’ll want to keep it fairly simple, especially for a section to write on.  I used some Colonial White cardstock and accented it with some patterned paper from the Avonlea set.  I added an inspirational quote as well, and after inking the edges, I was ready to put it all together!  This particular frame is perfect for this project because it’s pretty much just glass – only 4 little clips to attach the glass to the back, so they don’t get in the way of anything!

Once I had the board put together, I used my Gypsy to design a quick title (“Note to Self…”) using both CTMH cartridges: Art Philosophy and Artiste.  Use some transfer tape to attach the new vinyl title, and you’re all set!!

You can use this dry erase board on a stand right on your desk, or even hang it on a wall!  Think of the great ways you can use this throughout the year!  Just switch out the background paper to match a holiday or even a different room!