DIY Print Making with Sketch Boards or Stryofoam and Ink

I cannot thank my friend Laura Lee enough for teaching me print making. As you can tell by my lack of posting, I've lacked the time and energy to be creative. Being creative isn't about making something fantastic, it's about being mindful and taking time for self-care. 

Items needed:

Sketch Boards (or Styrofoam)

Print Ink 

Print Rollers

Lots of paper towels

Design (Coloring books are great or print a design off the computer to trace)

Additional Resources HERE and HERE

Tape your design on top of your styrofoam. Next, with a ballpoint pen, trace out your design. 

Start by using a small dab, size of a quarter onto a solid surface. We used cafeteria trays but you could do it on a table or cookie sheet, just remember to clean off within thirty minutes. 

Next, roll the ink to completely cover the roller. Then make several even rolls over your styrofoam. I suggest to start rolling off the foam to prevent darker edges and to enhance evenness. It takes some practice. 

Fall Leaf Wreath

Inspired by:

Source: Thrifty Stories

Items Needed:

Leaves (can be real or fake)

1 Flexible hanger

$5 Bulletin Board Made from Ceiling Tile

You know that I love anything that I can create for less than what it retails for! Here I'll show you how I created a $5 bulletin board in under ten minutes!

Materials:
-Ceiling Tile $1.50 (Home Depot)
-Brass Push Pins $1.00 (Dollar Tree)
-Fabric $2.50 (Joann)

Typically ceiling tiles are sold in boxes of 12 but just ask nicely (wink wink) and the store can typically sell you tiles by the piece.

Local favorite: Diana Fox, Interior Diva

I want to make a virtual introduction to my favorite local designer, Diana Fox. She can be found at Bliss Home as the ultimate interior design diva. She may look familiar as she also makes regular appearances on the Fox 43 Morning Show while showcasing her beautiful creations.

 

If you need a fresh pair of eyes to give you a modern home makeover, she's your gal. You won't go wrong with Diana!

P.S. She doesn't know that I'm doing this post because she's so modest! Houzz Page

DIY French Chair Makeover

I purchased these chairs from a restaurant that went out of business for a great deal. I didn't realize what bad shape they were in until I started working on them. I've only done two so far but will admit that I've spent over twenty hours on these chairs.

My transformation began with stabilizing the chairs and glueing. I then stripped the fabric and stripped the hundreds of layers of paint (took most of my time). Lastly, I was able to reupholster, my favorite part!