Glitter Chevron Canvases

These canvases were super easy to make and truly took less than 10 minutes!They are made on simple canvas', whatever size you choose, with scrapbook paper. Here is a list of everything or anything you'll need:

-Canvas(es) (I used 8"x10")
-Glitter (or solid) scrapbook paper of your choice (should be larger than the canvas)
-Ruler
-Pencil
-X-ACTO Knife (scissors work too, just not as accurately)
-Hot Glue or Mod Podge

HERE'S HOW:

First, trace the shape of the canvas onto the back of the scrapbook paper. This will provide an outline for your grid system.

Next, figure out, based on your canvas size, your grid system to create your zig-zag. When it comes to the vertical lines of the grid, you'll want it to be cenetered and even.

Therefore, based off of my 8x10 canvas, I went
-1 inch in on both the left side and the right side
-then 3 inches over, and 3 inches over again for my vertical lines.

From there, I made the horizontal lines equally spaced 2 inches.

THEN, just like in the photo above, create diagonal lines to create the outline of your chevron pattern.

Depending on where you're putting these or what kind of arrangement you are going for, you may want the canvases to be identical. In that case, you must use two sheets of paper and not use negative space. What I did was use both the negative and positive space of the pattern on the back of the paper when cutting to create the two canvases.













From there, I used a pencil to mark where to put them, glued them down, and then

VOILA

Glitter Chevron!

Old window turned Chalkboard

So I had this window....and Christmas was approaching. What can I do with this window? It came to me almost immediately- CHALKBOARD! I am a fan of writing/doodling/drawing etc. etc. etc. So this seemed ideal! I bought chalkboard spray paint and transformed an old window into a useful chalkboard for my mother! Voila, christmas gift.  I unfortunately don't have a before picture as this is one of my former projects but I'm sure you can use your imagination. I was lucky enough to not have to do any aging to the frame, just lots and lots of cleaning little corners full of dirt on the glass!  If the frame isn't in good shape, there are many aging techniques or even simple ways to paint it! 

**May I just suggest- when applying chalkboard paint to glass, use something with a rougher texture. Some people suggest using paint instead of spray paint and mixing something in it to make it rougher. I used spray paint and it was too smooth and the chalk would scratch rather than write. I have to wet it in order to write on it but over time it has gotten better!

Vintage Chic Desk

So I am in the process of redoing my room, slowly, and first things first I decided to turn something old into something new! This desk is one that someone was throwing away many years ago. My dad painted it white when he got it and put new knobs on it to match my room as a little girl. Then...fast forward a few years and there I was re-doing my room again. This time we paint it black and added some more new knobs. Now here I am, redoing it once again. This time- I needed to make a statement!

Here is the desk before with the simple black oval knobs already removed:

I sanded it down and painted it a fresh coat of black paint that I found in the garage. It was just simple black paint with a matte finish. 

Once dry, I took the drawers out and gave them a makeover. With a yard of lace, mod podge, and those cheap foam brushes, I transformed those simple drawer faces into something so different and so glamorous. And boyyyyyyy was it easy!

Here's How:

I applied a small coat of mod podge to the drawer front and quickly placed a layer of lace onto it. 

(**Note- I did not apply the mod podge to the edges at this point. Just the face of the drawer.) After a minute or so, you will see the mod podge lose it's glue-look and turn clear. At this point, it isn't dry but it should be anchored down to the drawer front enough to start on the edges. This is where the foam-brush became really convenient! I dabbed the edges and a small part of the back of the drawer front with mod podge so the lace was wrapped around. 

Sorry, I didn't take many pictures during this step!

I then used the sponge and dabbed more mod podge all over to seal it in. 
Since this was my first time mod podging lace, it was a learning experience for me! Next time i would work better with the corners. Mine became frayed due to not mod podging them enough. I had to go back and work with it. 

Anyway- It was really easy! I did it to all four drawers and allowed them to dry overnight. They ended up sitting there drying for a week or so until my super- affordable knobs arrived from Hong Kong! I ordered them off of ebay :) Here is the finish product:

Lace: JoAnn Fabric
Knobs: Ebay

Now all that's left is the rest of the room!

Getting Started...

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