Today is my parent’s 26th wedding anniversary. I have such a hard time coming up with gifts for them. My dad is the kind that never wants anything, or at least, he’ll never admit to it. My mom, well, it’s not that she doesn’t want to decorate their home, it’s more that she doesn’t know how and doesn’t take the time to experiment till she finds something she likes. Well, she finally painted their bedroom this summer. They’ve lived in the same house for over 10 years… So, I decided to make something that would go with that decor.
It was incredibly easy and amazingly frugal. It took less than an afternoon to come up with the idea and finish it. It’s totally customizable and that makes it so versatile.
Here’s the How:
1) Decide on a quote or image. I found this quote on Pinterest. As well as this one. {Side note: the first gift I ever received from My Mr. Right was a braided paracord bracelet. He made it at Annual Training, which was the first of many separations in our relationship. I was totally taken by surprise when he gave it to me. He made it mostly because he was bored and needed something to do to pass the time, but it has become one of my most favorite possessions. Something so small and simple. That story will make sense when you see the quote I chose.} I had a hard time deciding which one to choose, but ultimately went with the first one. I designed my text in Sure Cuts A Lot. {Another side note: If you have a Silhouette or other craft cutter, I highly recommend Sure Cuts A Lot. Unfortunately, it no longer works with the Cricut, due to Provo Craft. Long story that leaves me less than impressed with Provo Craft, but whatever.}
2) I took one of my on-hand picture frames and spray painted it with my on-hand spray paint. It took about three coats for good coverage. Take the glass out before you paint. While you’re waiting for the paint to dry, clean the glass.
3) Cut out your vinyl and apply it to the glass. When the frame is dry, reassemble the pieces and wrap with a pretty ribbon. You can choose to leave the backing of the frame out (like I did) to create a backless frame. I am really loving that look, it isn’t as common and I think it looks simple, yet elegant with the wall showing through.
Easy peasy and you can change it up to fit your needs, your recipient, the occasion, time of year, ect.
Here’s to my parents and another year of wedded bliss. And to all the love birds out there. Remember, small things become great when done with love. Isn’t love amazing!
Krista
