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DIY Galaxy Polymer Clay Jewelry Bowl

April 19, 2018 By Ann Leave a Comment

DIY Galaxy Polymer Clay Jewelry Bowl

I admit I really love the galaxy look that is so popular these days. It is so lovely to see the swirling colors of pink, purple, and blue. I wanted to combine my love of galaxy print with my real-life need for a jewelry bowl to put my jewelry in when I am washing my hands. This galaxy clay jewelry bowl turned out amazing, and I look forward to using it every day! Follow these instructions to make your own Galaxy Polymer Clay Jewelry Bowl!

DIY Galaxy Polymer Clay Jewelry Bowl Materials:

• Polymer Clay in blue, pink, purple, and white
• Clear Glass Bowl – that can be baked at a temperature of 275°F
• Gold Acrylic Paint
• White Acrylic Paint
• Fine Tip Artist Paintbrush

DIY Galaxy Polymer Clay Jewelry Bowl Directions:

• Making the galaxy print is similar to making any marble print with clay. You will need to use mostly blue, with accents of purple, white, and pink.
• Roll out your clay into snakes and wind them around each other.

• Curl the clay snake into a ball and gently press the clay together. Slowly work the clay together to position the galaxy print the way you want it. However, be careful not to work the clay too much, or you will lose the definition between the layers.

• Once you are satisfied with the design, press it into the bottom of your glass bowl.
• Press the clay into the bowl until it is about ¼ of an inch thick and about 2 inches high on the sides.
• Make any adjustments to the shape at this point, as you will not be able to change the shape or design after baking.

• Place the glass bowl in the oven at 275 degrees Fahrenheit for 15-20 minutes.
• Let the clay completely cool in the bowl before removing it.

• Dab small spots of white paint over the surface and inside of the bowl to give your galaxy stars.

• Paint a gold edge around the rim of the bowl to give it a finished look.
• Let the acrylic paint dry, then your bowl is ready to use!

If you would like more galaxy posts, or perhaps make your own jewelry to place in this beautiful DIY Galaxy Polymer Clay Jewelry Bowl – check out these posts:

• How to Make Your Own Galaxy Bath Bombs – These how to make your own galaxy bath bombs instructions are an easy to follow, step by step tutorial.

• DIY Essential Oil Diffuser Bracelets – Make your own all day diffuser bracelet using this easy step by step instruction tutorial.

• DIY Essential Oil Diffuser Necklace – The possibilities are endless for design and scent when you make your own essential oil diffuser necklace. Enjoy your favorite scent all day long when you make your own DIY Essential Oil Diffuser Necklace!

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Compliment Painted Rocks

March 29, 2018 By Ann 3 Comments

How to paint rocks. This easy painted rocks tutorial has many rock painting ideas for a beginner. Whether giving as a gift, painting rocks for the garden, or just painting a fun, decorative rock for the family room shelf, these compliment painted rocks are adorable and simple to make.

Compliment Painted Rocks

Rock painting is all the rage! From garden markers to cartoon characters to flowers and plant, there is a rock painting idea for nearly everyone. So why not say something nice? These Compliment Painted Rocks are simple to make. You can also use them as weights to weigh down a tablecloth on a picnic table or as party favors. There is no end to the different sayings you can paint.

If you love giving and getting compliments, you will love these compliment stones! These little rocks can be used to give random compliments to friends and coworkers in the most adorable way possible. Celebrate your friends and similes at the same time with the compliment stones. These also make fun gifts for friends, teachers, relatives, or Christmas stockings!

Notes:

• These are small, but you can make them larger.
• Any size or color combo that you like will work. Just keep the contrast high.
• Make sure you waterproof even if being kept indoor. That will help keep the paint in place.

Compliment Painted Rocks Materials:

• River Rocks (any color)
• Acrylic Paints
• Paint brushes
• Mod Podge or or other Waterproof Sealer
• Paint Pen – optional

Compliment Painted Rocks Directions:

• Cover your work surface in case of spills.
• Make sure your rocks are clean and dry.
• Paint them one color (in this case black).
• Allow the paint to dry completely. Remember to paint all sides, and the top and bottom of the rocks.

• Think about funny sayings and compliments you can write onto the rocks. I used silly phrases like:

Cute as a button
Busy as a bee
Light as a feather
Cool as a cucumber
Sweet as pie
Happy as a lark
Fresh as a daisy
Happy as a clam

• Any common and sweet similies will work for the compliment rocks.

• Leave a big area clear for your words and paint a small object onto the stone that matches your saying. For instance a small button for “cute as a button”. A small bug for “cute as a bug’s ear”, a daisy for “fresh as a daisy”, etc. The object is in place of the last word of the saying. You can trace an outline of the small object, or just draw it freehand.
• Once the paint for your small themed object dries, write on your words with a contrasting color to your stone base. You can use a paint pen or a fine tiped pain brush and acrylic paint. These stones were painted black, so I used white to write the words.
Allow the word-paint time to dry completely.

• Add any touch-up details to make the stones prettier, then let dry.

• Add a layer of Mod Podge to the stones to protect them.
• Allow the Mod Podge to dry for 24 hours before using.

• You can even add a strong magnet to the back of your stones and make them magnets, or display them on your desk or shelf with pride, if you love them too much to give them away!

If you would like to make more painted rocks, check out these painted rock tutorials:

• Sylvanian Families painted rocks – if you children like Sylvanian Families (the toys are super cute), this Sylvanian Families painted rocks tutorial is for you (and them)!

• Dr. Seuss Inspired Thing One and Thing Two – if you have Dr Seuss fans in your house, these are a must. Simply the cutest!

• Pet Cactus Rocks – these pet cactus rocks are fabulous! Super easy to make, these are simply adorable.

• Holiday Painted Rocks – check out all the holiday painted rocks. From Valentine’s Day to Pumpkins to Christmas, there are some really great tutorials.

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Simple Lavender Grapevine Wreath DIY

February 14, 2018 By Ann 1 Comment

Encourage peace and relaxation in your home by making and using this scented lavender wreath. Easy to make, this simple lavender grapevine wreath comes together in about 15 minutes.

Simple Lavender Grapevine Wreath DIY

Set yourself up for summertime bliss by making this scented lavender wreath! This wreath may be made with imitation flowers, but using real lavender essential oil will make this wreath appear much more realistic, and will leave your home smelling great! Lavender oil is said to have soothing, relaxing properties which we could all use a little more of.

Although humans love the smell of lavender, bugs and insects do not like lavender oil. That makes this a wonderful wreath to use around doorways to discourage mosquitos and other pests from traveling into your house.

Notes:

• This is a 15 minute craft. It does not get much more simple than this!

• This wreath was made using floral lavender as opposed to dried lavender. You certainly can use dried lavender, but remember that doors open and close so that dried lavender will shed and drop of the spike.

• No ribbon is used in this craft. If you would like to add ribbon, consider a burlap, lavender, or purple 1½” = 2″ ribbon wrapped around the wreath. You can add a matching bow if you like!

• Remember that all craft projects are just a starting point. Add your own embellishments to make the DIY craft yours!

If you enjoy lavender scented crafts, you might be interested in these DIY projects:

• Lavender and Oats Goat Milk Soap Recipe – This soothing recipe of luxurious goats milk, hydrating shea butter and exfoliating oatmeal smells fantastic and feels great on your skin.

• Make Your Own Lavender Bath Bombs – Make bath and shower time fabulous and sweet smelling with these easy to make, pretty little DIY Lavender Bath Bombs.

• How To Make Your Own Lavender Bath Salts – Here’s a simple recipe for making your own lavender bath salts!

• Homemade Orange Lavender Lotion Recipe – How to make a simple, luxurious Orange Lavender Lotion with step by step instructions. Try this rich and creamy homemade orange lavender lotion today!

Simple Lavender Grapevine Wreath DIY. Encourage peace and relaxation in your home by making and using this scented lavender wreath. Easy to make, this simple lavender grapevine wreath comes together in about 15 minutes.

Simple Lavender Grapevine Wreath Materials:

• Imitation Lavender (if you are using a pick, get 4-5 depending on the size wreath you are using)
• Wire Cutters
• Scissors
• Lavender Essential Oil
• Twine
• Grapevine Wreath

Simple Lavender Grapevine Wreath Directions:

• Remove the lavender blossoms from the main stem by using wire cutters to cut the smaller wires off of the larger wire at the base.

• Arrange the flowers around the wreath.
• Once you are happy with the lavender placement on your wreath, poke the remaining stems between the branches of the grapevine wreath.

• Use twine to hold the blossoms exactly where you would like them to stay on the wreath. Wrap several times and knot. You could also hot glue in place if you like, but remember to not glue any of the flower spikes. You want them “shooting out” and looking “natural”.

• Add a twine bow to the bottom or top of the wreath to give it a summer country look.

• Sprinkle the wreath with lavender essential oil.

• Place the completed wreath in any room where you want to promote feelings of relaxation and calm. Lavender essential oil is credited by some people with the ability to ease stress and produce a calm atmosphere when it is used as an aromatic scent in the house.

• This is what mine ended up looking like. Yours may be different depending placement, how much lavender you use, and whether or not you choose to add a bow or ribbon.

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