Mirror Transformation

by Meredith

I found an old mirror while sorting items at my Gram's house.  It's a beautiful white painted antique, wood mirror.  It's perfect except for the chipped paint.  You can easily pick up some spray paint and fix it.  Just remove the mirror and go outside to spray on a few layers until it's completely covered.  Let it dry and wala!

No Sew Blanket

by Meredith

My Mom's friends gave us a no-sew blanket kit for Christmas, in hopes that we could make together.  It's been quite busy lately, but this weekend we found time.  It was so much fun.

This is one lovely, yet simple project you can work on with someone else.  It creates not only a wonderful keepsake, but a beautiful memory.

{Lay the two pieces of fleece out so that the wrong sides are together (both right sides are facing out) and the edges are even.  If the edges are not even, trim the larger piece of fleece so that both pieces are even. Cut off the selvage edge from the both pieces.}

 

{Cut out a 5" square from each corner.   On all four sides, cut slits all the way around that are 5" deep and approximately 1 1/2" apart.  You should cut through both layers of fleece at one time.}

{Cutting the slits in the edges makes fringe.  Since you cut through both layers of fleece at the same time, the fringe will be in pairs.  Knot each pair in an overhand knot - just like you tie a balloon. The knot should be close to the actual blanket.  Continue knotting each of the pairs all the way around}

Hand Painted Ornaments

by Meredith

In need of a few little gifts this holiday season?  Here's a creative idea.  Pick up some ornaments (plastic or glass) and acrylic paint, then create your own beautiful tree ornaments.  You can make the design as complicated or simple as you want and they will still be stunning.  Guaranteed your friends and family will love them.  This makes a nice, small thoughtful present, or use them to decorate the outside of a present by attaching it near the top by the bow for an add-on.

This can also make for a fun activity to do with kids this holiday season.

{Ideas courtesy of Thomas Pacconi and ShopNBC}

{Ideas courtesy of Thomas Pacconi and ShopNBC}

{Ideas courtesy of Thomas Pacconi and ShopNBC}

{Ideas courtesy of Thomas Pacconi and ShopNBC}

{Ideas courtesy of Thomas Pacconi and ShopNBC}