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Photographic Block Art

One of my favorite parts of the room is the series of b&w photographs I had collected. They are dated from the 1930′s and although they are random, I love that they tell a story of other boys and men and their fishing adventures.

Here is a project similar to my other block art pieces but done with an old photograph and a label. This project is so simple and could be done to fit any style.

Materials needed:

2×4 block of wood cut to size

Photograph

Mod Podge

Sponge brush

Metal label holders (can be found in scrap booking section of most craft stores)

{Follow the steps below to create a photo block. Adding a metal label holder and label is optional.}

Materials needed:

2×4 block of wood cut to size

Clip Art scaled and cut to size

Mod Podge

Sponge brush

The first step is to select your clip art image and size it slightly smaller than the block of wood you are using {ie. for a 4×6 inch rectangle of wood, I would size my image to 3.5×5.5 inches}. Cut out the clip art. Next you will need to cut a section of 2×4 to your preferred size. Sand the wood to get a smooth surface.

Paint the entire front of your block of wood with Mod Podge using your sponge brush.

Adhere the pre-cut clip art onto the block with the Mod Podge. Use the heel of your hand to flatten out any bumps or bubbles. Mod Podge again over the book page. This step will give it a finished surface look.

Last Chance for July Give Away

If you haven’t already done so, make sure to register to win our July Give Away!!!

The winner will be announced August 1st!!

{See details below}

1. Black & White Heavy-Duty Tote

2. Block Art with Glitter Decor

3. Metal Scoop for bath salts, candy, etc.

3. Stencil Letters

4. Rosettes…2 qty to use for a project of your choice {maybe a headband, a wreath, etc.}

5. 12 white paper doilies {6 qty large, 6 qty small}

6. An iron-on Transfer sheet for printing your own clip art and ironing your own project

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Block Art ~ So Many Possibilites

One of most favorite tutorials has been our Block Decor from “Natalie’s Bathroom”. It was simple, but we have made it even simpler!! Once again, with help from the Graphics Fairy, we were able to turn a a 2×4 wooden block into something unique and fun. We also used some fun scrap booking kits to do a little layered art. Follow these simple steps to create your own.

{By the way, this is just a sample of the fun items we will have for sale at our JosieJones Cottage Sale coming up in September! Stay tuned for details!}

Create Your Own Block Art

Materials Needed:

mod podge

block of wood

clip art image

sponge brush

scissors

pencil

glue and glitter and fine paintbrush {optional}

Paint the entire front of your block of wood with Mod Podge using your sponge brush.

Once the Mod Podge is dry, you can add glue to certain areas you would like glitter to adhere, then sprinkle glitter onto the areas with glue.

{This step is optional, but we think it’s especially fun on holiday art}

So there you have it! Unique, simple, and totally one of a kind!!

ENJOY!!!

{These are a great inexpensive alternative to the Sid Dickens Memory Blocks!}

Brunch Affair Color Switch!

We had so much fun with our dining room shoot, that we’ve decided to do it again but in a totally different color scheme. We switched out all the pinks and greens for yellows, and aquas. When you have a neutral base (white table and chairs, a subtle wall color and neutral drapes) this is so easy for anyone to do. My favorite decorating advice it just that- keep the main pieces neutral then add accent colors with pillows, artwork, flowers, etc.. Not only is this easy an easy way to decorate, but also affordable!

{So what did we do differently?}

1. We used hydrangeas instead of peonies in the milk bottles because they were in season.

2. We simplified our napkin ring even more by just adding a simple daylily to it.

3. We used a different arrangement of vintage table clothes.

4. We took a simple white plate then dolled it up with an aqua saucer (found at Goodwill for $.99 each)

5. We changed up the centerpiece with flowers, etc. (We took the coffee out of the vintage canister, and added hydrangeas instead!)

We’re so excited to have our Brunch Affair featured in the April 2012 issue of Romantic Homes Magazine!!!

And that’s our Brunch Affair Color Switch!!! Take a look at the differences below!!!

June 2011 Natalie’s Bathroom Before and After

Well hello! Welcome to week one of “Natalie’s Bathroom”. As you can see, it wasn’t always the oasis shown in the “after” photos.

It took a ton of hard work and long hours, but the end result was better than I had ever envisioned. Good things come to those who wait and I waited 12 years for this bathroom.

When the day came, I grabbed my crow bar and hammer and the rest was history!!

I worked with the existing walls and plumbing layout to keep the cost down, but then splurged some on the tile flooring and tub (although I was able to still get the tub for a steal!).

Over the next 4 weeks we will feature several DIY projects, recipes, and fabulous finds from “Natalie’s Bathroom”. We hope you enjoy!

1. Darling Muslin Wreath

2. Homemade Lemon Scrub

3. Simple Block Art

4. Tub Fab Find

5. Easy Transfer Decor

6. Homemade Bath Salts

7. Concrete Countertops

8. Vanity Table Fab Find

Block Decor

DIY No. {Wooden Block Decor}

Who would have thought a simple 2×4 could be made into something so sweet!

I have a love for old book pages and am always looking for ways to use them.

I am often framing clip art I find, but frames can get expensive so I decided to try this instead.

I love the combination of the rustic wood, the aged book page, and the fancy glitter.

The possibilities are endless with this idea!

Materials Needed:

mod podge

glue

block of wood

old book pages

sponge brush

elmers glue

glitter

scissors

pencil

design pattern

The first step is to trace your book page or background pattern piece. Cut out the outline.

Paint the entire front of your block of wood with Mod Podge using your sponge brush.

Adhere the pre-cut book page onto the block with the Mod Podge. Use the heel of your hand to flatten out any bumps or bubbles. Mod Podge again over the book page. This step will give it a finished surface look.

Rub the back of the outline of your designusing a pencil. When you eventually trace over the front of the design, the pencil lead will rub onto the block which creates your design outline.

With the design facing you and the back of the design touching the block of wood, trace around your design.

The pressure and graphite from the pencil and the pencil scribbles make the outline of your design very easy to see.

Mix equal parts Elmer’s glue and water for a smoother glue to paint onto your block. Use your glue mixture and paint brushto paint inside the design. Sprinkle glitter onto the front and display.