I'm a Catch! 2013 Valentine's Shirt

I'm a catch!

I've had this idea to make this shirt for Valentine's Day since last year.

I followed the Freezer Paper Stencil Tutorial from Dana's Made Blog - there area ton of tutorials in blog land, this was my first attempt & they are all right... it is addicting! 

I can't wait to make some more fun graphics for summer.

 I just had one little spot that had "seepage" under the freezer paper.

 I then used left over "scaly" looking fabric from my Mermaid Halloween costume  circa 1998 for the body & tail of the fish.

(yes, that's right 1998!)

I actually stitched a few rows of scales in a contrasting color...

 Added felt fishing pole, eyes & heart shaped lips...

 Done - watch out girls... He really is a catch!

Thanks, Karla

Sticky Hand Valentine (candy free)

So I found myself jumping on the "Make your own Valentine" bandwagon this year. 

There are just too many cute & creative ideas out there.

I have not seen STICKY HAND VALENTINE'S on Google or Pinterest (yet) so I thought I would share what Peepers is handing out this year.  It is Candy Free since we are still nibbling away at treats from our Halloween bag.

Peepers & I stared out at Archiever's picking out fun Valentines paper... It was fun to see him get excited about "pretty paper".   I cut the paper roughly 6" x 2.25" & punched a few hearts at one end.

 I had ordered the Sticky Hands form Oriental Trading - I then came up with some clever sayings that went with the theme.  

 "High 5 Valentine"   

 "Let's Stick together"   

 "I'm Stuck On you" 

I scanned in Peepers signature (since we have to make 50 Valentines) & printed it all out on cardstock.  I then cut the cardstock approx 4" x 1.75".

 I simply placed the saying & signature on the scrapbook paper & stapled a sticky hand to the back. 

Hope you all have a Wonderful Valentine's!
Karla

Kisses 25c - Start Saving Your Quarters

Hi All,  I whipped up this Valentine's shirt this past weekend during the Super Bowl.  Let's face it, since the Packers weren't playing (BOO HOO HOO) I was only half watching it.  So I was  half munching on appetizers and half working on this shirt. 

I had not really planned on making Peepers a Valentine's Shirt this year, but I found a red 3T shirt stashed away (I'm sure I intended on doing something with & just never got around to it).  So I thought I better make something with it & quick before he grows out of it.  I came up with a simple shirt that I knew I already had everything I needed to make it.

• Striped fabric
• Silver fabric
• Cross stitch thread
• Scissors, thread, needle, pins etc...

I used the  Reverse Applique technique that I have used on many projects. 

 Here is a back view.

 As a last minute addition, I added sleeves to the shirt by just following one of his existing shirts for the size.  I pinned the sleeve on & stitched it to the shirt following the existing hem sleeve.

 I used the psychedelic silver fabric to cut out a coin (I used a spool of thread as my circle template).  I've had the silver fabric in my stash for about 15 years & just knew there would be a need for it someday.

 I free handed the word "KISSES" and used Back Stitch technique and cross stitch thread to hand embroider the word.

 Finished!

 I had to bribe my model for a few photos.

Thank you, Karla

Key To My Heart Necklace

Hi Everyone,

Valentine's Day is getting close... are you ready?

I was inspired by these glitter keys to make a Key To My Heart Necklace. 

Glitter Key tutorial

I actually do not use any keys.  I have a GDO (garage door opener)  to my house & a RKE (remote keyless entry) to my car.  I don't even need a key for the ignition.  The only key I use is to my file cabinet at work.  I don't think my employer would appreciate me bedazzeling their property...unless it was the corporate logo :)

We do however have a "junk drawer" in our house that has a boat load of keys. We have no idea what these keys open... but we are too afraid to throw them away for fear we may actually need them some day.  Like for this craft!

My version is much simpler... in digging out my Mod Podge, found that I had some Elmers Glitter Glue & Diamond Glaze that I thought would save me a step or 2 + I would not have to work with Glitter.  I LOVE GLITTER, oh the sparkle, but oh the mess!

Step 1:

Clean key

Step 2: 

Add Glitter Glue, Use a tooth pick to spread around to get nice, even coverage. Let Dry.

Step 3:

Add a coat of Diamond Glaze (or clear nail polish).  Let Dry.

Step 4:

Add ribbon, chain or leather to keys to make your necklace.

I also added a charm & a button for a little extra cuteness.

There are a ton of cute and inspiring Valentine's out there in blogland to make for your kids (or honey).  These are 2 of my Favorites!

 Love is a Battlefield

Super Hero Sucker

Enjoy! Karla

VALENTINE'S GARLAND

Hi All,  As soon as we take down the Christmas decorations at our house, We put up the Valentine's decorations (which are quite minimal in comparison, but I try to do a little decorating for every Holiday). 

The below decoration is made up of primarily Christmas Clearance.  I found these felt heart ornaments at Target for 70% off.  3 ornaments for 30 cents... I couldn't pass it up.  I bought 8 packs.

So RUN to your nearest Target & hope there are some felt heart ornaments left for you.

Other things we used:  assorted ribbon & rickrack from my stash, icicle lights also on hand.  I bought white tinsel on Christmas Clearance & found some Red Heart tinsel at JAF for 30 % off.

 String your hears on a ribbon.

 I alternating heights tieing some short & some long...

 And some upside down. 


Then add to your stair railing with lights & tinsel.

Thank you for looking, Karla

Heartbreaker shirt

Hi All,

I whipped together a quick Valentine's shirt for Peepers using a old shirt of his & a scrap of red fabric. I used the REVERSE APPLIQUE technique from previous shirts.
And totally cheated with iron-on letters (on sale this week at JAF).
Cute little shirt for him to wear on Valentine's day... or any day because the shirt doesn't lie.

PS: The sleeves on this tee totally bug me... they are not paired & balanced!

Thank You, Karla