Wednesday, September 21, 2011

Fabulous Names ~ Wall Decor








Finished my last 3 custom orders that I will ever create the other night & I must say it was bitter sweet! While I love decorating each & every letter with something fun & unique and look
forward to the end result (as they all come together to create the name) ~ I have decided that after almost 3 years I was no longer going to take custom orders for these creations! Here are some of my name creations from over the years that I wanted to share & maybe give you ideas of what you can use to create this unique wall decor!

Grab some of the following supplies I've listed & get CREATIVE!!!!

Letters (these are from Hobby Lobby & the price is even better if you wait til theyre half off)
Scrapbook Paper (many different textures/designs)
Decoupage Glue (Mod Podge is amazing)
Sponge Paint Brush
Trims
Decorations (anything from flowers, butterflies, feathers, ribbons, crystals, etc.)
Glue Gun
E600 (glue)
Scissors/Pencil

Start by tracing the letters upside down & backwards onto the back of your scrapbook paper. Use your sponge brush to spread decoupage glue all over the letter ~ adhere the paper to the letter & let dry for about an hour. Next any textured paper (such as fuzzy, glittered, shiney, etc.) doesn't need to be decoupaged on top but any regular scrapbook paper looks prettier if you decoupage again with your sponge brush on top of the paper & let dry before decorating them. Next decide how you want to decorate each letter before beginning to glue your decorations & then glue gun, tie or E600 your decor. Hint: make sure you have your letters turned the right way (holes for hanging in back of letter should be on top) before you start to decorate.

Your name is then complete ~ Hang your beautiful creations &
enjoy sharing/showing all your family & friends! 

Your name is who you are so share it ~