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Thursday, June 04, 2020

Vintage Inspired 'Tomatoes' Sign

vintage inspired DIY tomatoes sign | On The Creek Blog // www.onthecreekblog.com

A vintage inspired 'tomatoes' produce sign.

After planting so many tomatoes this year, I felt like I needed a sign to go with them!

I saw some vintage produce signs & wanted to make my own!

Sign making is something I want to start doing more. It's a huge learning curve for me, though! Because I have no artistic skills whatsoever, I can't just paint the lettering on! I have to use a cutting machine to cut the letters out for me!

I bought a Cricut a few years ago & have used it maybe a handful of times. The Cricut is also another huge learning experience! I really need to just sit down & read the million tutorials there are on it! So far, I've only used i
t to create basic things, like this sign!

Tuesday, December 22, 2015

Handmade Gift | Sneak Peek

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My family is making handmade gifts for each other for Christmas and here's a sneak peek of mine. I'll show you the completed project soon!

Tuesday, December 15, 2015

Crafting Love: A Handmade Gift for Mom (And One for Me!)

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A handmade gold-painted wooden letter adorned with twigs, crafted by Tiff for her mom's birthday and replicated for herself, showcasing rustic elegance. | on the creek blog // www.onthecreekblog.com

Hey Besties! 🌟 Last month was my mom's special day, and you know how I adore creating something from the heart. So, I took to Pinterest for inspiration and found the perfect DIY project to show her some love - a personalized, twig-adorned wooden letter! It turned out so charming that I couldn't resist making another one for myself! 🌿✨

Here's how I brought this rustic-chic piece to life, and trust me, it's as fun as it sounds:

Supplies:

A Wooden Letter (I chose her initials)
A bunch of Twigs (for that natural charm)
A trusty Hot Glue Gun (a crafter's best friend)
Snips (for the perfect twig length)
Gold Spray Paint (because a bit of sparkle never hurts)
Glaze or Mod Podge (optional, but adds a nice finish)

Directions:

Color It Gold: I started by giving the wooden letter a glam makeover with gold spray paint. Both sides got a coat and then some drying time.
Twig Time: Next, I played a little game of 'match the twig to the letter.' I snipped them to the lengths needed to cover the entire letter. This part is like a puzzle - super fun!
Glue Magic: With my hot glue gun in hand, I attached each twig carefully. It's all about patience here, letting everything set and dry.
Seal the Deal: For a final touch, I brushed on some Mod Podge for extra gloss and durability. This step is totally up to you – go for the natural look or add that extra shine.

And voila! A simple yet heartfelt gift was born. This project isn't just easy; it's a beautiful way to bring a piece of nature into our homes, infused with a whole lot of love. 💕

Mom absolutely adored it; seeing her face light up was the best part. If you try this out, I'd love to see your creations. Please share them with me in the comments, or tag me in your photos!

Until next time, keep crafting and spreading joy, one DIY project at a time! 🌟🍃

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