I know, it's January, but our craft was inspired by Valentine's decor, so we decorated for the day of LOVE! I love all the banners and Ashlee's chalkboard from her childhood with our theme!
This was our inspiration. Ashlee took some ideas she saw on Pinterest as the inspiration. Our old wood stash has come in handy for several projects! I love how these are so far from perfect cuts. We wanted to blend the rough and rustic with the sweet feeling of yarn and hearts.
We used the circular saw and the sawzaw to cut these. We should have a video camera set up for that. It's comical and dangerous! Ashlee was on the phone when I tried to use the sawzaw for the first time. I think I scared her!! I know how to use it now. {watch out }
I love how Lori captures everyone working and enjoying each other. There are some pretty serious moments, too. You want those nails to be lined up just right! {wink}
I didn't have any yarn at home, but found this spool of velvet ribbon from Scrap ETC days. I had no idea if it would work. I LOVE how it turned out! I didn't fill completely in.
My lines seem uniform. I love how Nichole's were in all different directions. It's like a puzzle. I made an F and it's pretty thin. I'm going to do this to make it look more full. It really makes an impact!
Lori's cross was one of my favorites. She used all thin pieces and did a green stain on the wood. Her jute was really thick and stands out on that background. I see a Christmas Tree in the future!!! Or a star? The possibilities with this are endless!! You can see through these pictures the process.
I think one of my favorite things about getting together with a group of women to make something is that even with one inspiration, you can have so many different looks. Everyone's personality takes over and you come out with your own, beautiful piece of art!
Does anyone else get together with a group to do craft projects? I would love to see your works! Leave a link in the comments so I can check it out!
playing at this linky party this week:
playing at this linky party this week:
How cool! I love that idea...it's definitely on my list to try. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteLove this!!!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness. Why have I not made something like this with Kennedy yet? This would be a perfect activity! The smoking glue guns have done it again!
ReplyDeleteAwesome! Pinned it!
ReplyDeletePinning this idea for sure!! Love your projects so much!
ReplyDeleteWonderful Project to use up old wood pieces! The jute cross is gorgeous, as well as the heart ;-) Visiting thru Uncommon Party.
ReplyDeleteSuch a fun idea and I LOVE the results!!
ReplyDeleteI love those! I think I may need to make one of my own...my fave is the heart!
ReplyDeleteI have GOT to start a group like this - love these rustic Valentine projects!
ReplyDeleteThis is so cool! I love the leopard print and the red heart!
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I love the cross! Pinning this one for sure!
ReplyDeleteThis is a cool idea. I love all the string art. I did one myself for my kitchen. I am hosting a link party and would love it if you would check it out.
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Absolutely gorgeous...all of them!! Thank you for sharing at our Monday Funday Party! :)
ReplyDeleteLOVE these! Pinning to the Monday Funday pin board!
ReplyDeleteFabulous inspiration! Love that you all did this as a group, too! Pinning!!
ReplyDeleteFeatured you tonight at Monday Funday!
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