Love Story Sign

I made this awesome sign for my sister and brother in law! I love how it turned out. I used vinyl cut out from my Silhouette machine. I put it on a board that I got from hobby lobby that I painted blue then I sanded the edges. I also applied Mod Podge over the top to make sure the vinyl stayed in place. 

Here is a picture my silhouette file: 

And the final project with Brendan and Rachel...

Baby Stat's on Canvas

I made this cute sign for my friend to hang in her new son's room. I think it turned out super cute! I used my Silhouette to cut out the vinyl and then applied it to the brown canvas I painted. I used an 8x10 canvas from Hobby Lobby with brown acyclic paint.

 Here is my vinyl on transfer paper ready to put onto canvas. 

*tip: if your vinyl is having a hard time sticking to the canvas, use a hair dryer to heat it.

Personalized Family Date Sign

I found a variety of ideas when searching on pinterest for what I wanted my complete product to look like. Below is what I decided to go with! :) I love it!

Step 1: Figure out what you what your saying to be and the dates you want to use

Step 2: Create your design using the Silhouette Cameo computer software.

Here is my design:

Step 3: Using your choice in vinyl cut out your design with your Silhouette. Blade setting #2.

 You do not have to put the vinyl on the mat.

Step 4: Take you vinyl and apply it to your transfer paper

Step 5: Layout your design on the service you are applying it on to.This way to can double check it will fit properly. I ended up breaking mine up into 3 sections, it was easier to control since my lettering in some spots was thin.

Step 6: Apply your design to the canvas. Make sure to use the scraper to get the lettering down nice and tight. Don't rush it! Make sure you go slow to avoid mistakes.

Enjoy your finished product! 

Pictures on Canvas

I have found a new project that I love! I have always wanted to have pictures on canvas but could never justify the cost. So of course I went on pinterest and started looking for ideas. I found a variety of different options and below is what I ended up putting together. I think they turned out great! I am looking forward to making more for Christmas presents ;)

 Step 1: Choose your Canvas

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I mostly have used 8x10, but I also have used 11x14. The best place I have found so far to get them is Hobby Lobby. the 8x10 pack was only $3.99 for 2 of them! 

Step 2: Choose your picture and trim it down to size. 

I found with the canvases that I got I had to trim my 8x10 image just a 1/4 inch or so. 

Step 3: Paint the edges of your canvas

I painted the edges, and then realized after finishing my first one that I need to paint not just the edge but about a 1/2 inch or so on the top and around back of the canvas. By painting into and around the back it makes for a much smoother look to your finished product. 

Step 4: Mod Podge 

I love Mod Podge! Grab your foam brush and get ready to apply your picture! 

 

- Apply a thin layer on your canvas and on the back of your print.
- Line up the picture onto of the canvas.
- Flip the canvas over to apply pressure (make sure you have a clean surface) to press down to picture so you don't get your finger prints on it.

- Once your picture it applied, add another layer of mod podge on the top of your picture. I did about 2-3 layers on mine. Make sure you let each layer dry for the most part before you add another layer. Apply the mod podge in different directions to make it smooth and canvas like.

Step 5: Let it Dry! 
You can use a hair dryer if you want to help speed up the process. Just make sure to have it on low so you don't blow the glue around.

So easy and so much fun! 

Vinyl Family Name

First Project! Sorry I don't have step by step instructions for this one. When I do another one I will edit and post instructions. For now here is a picture of the one I made for my hallway. I have a plan to make canvas pictures to put around it.