Mod Podge Clothespins and Photo Board Tutorial

 I love pictures... taking them, editing them, and of course displaying them.  In an effort to make something I can change frequently and still adds style to my little home, I came up with this.... READ ON:) 

Speaking of pictures... the above photo of my photo board sucks!... but you get the point.

 To create adorable little fancy clothespins you'll need some clothespins, mod podge, scrapbook paper cut to size and a tiny piece of sandpaper.

 Cut your scrap book pieces approximately the same size as the clothespin.

 Coat the top of the clothespin with a thin layer of Mod Podge and then apply the paper. 

 Once you have covered all of them, take your sand paper and using a downward brush stroking motion, rough up all the edges. 

 Next you'll rub the edges of the clothespins in the distress ink to your liking... I like lots of distress ink. 

 I also did some on the plain side and all the edges of the clothespins.

 Above is my frame with chicken wire stapled to the back of it. 

 It was cute.... but.... it seemed a little plain.

 So I took some fabric and stapled that behind the chicken wire.

 I love the clothespins and the chicken wire with fabric.

 It was exactly what I was trying to create.

 I also distressed the frame a little with sandpaper and distress ink. (btw... Hobby Lobby sells that stuff)

It definitely stands out in my little tiny red kitchen and dining room. 

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Please Remove Your Shoes Mod Podge Tutorial

If you've been to Ladycrafter14 before then you have already seen this lovely little picture and "friendly reminder" as I called it.  I got to thinking one day... (rarely happens anymore)... it probably isn't the best idea to have a framed picture hanging right near an entrance to my home.  Kids slam doors frequently and I was just asking for broken glass to clean up.  Then it occurred to me that I could mount this puppy with Mod Podge (aka: a girl's best friend).  Here is what I did.

Obviously you'll first need a photo or signage or something... if you want to use mine I'll share a link at the end of the post. (just pretend these 8 little precious feet belong to you:)

 Next, you'll need a piece of scrap wood. (or if your husband isn't around, steal a beautiful piece of oak that probably isn't scrap, but is the perfect size... haha)

Below shows the beautiful oak painted black with two generous coats off black craft paint.

Choose a trendy piece of scrapbook paper and cut slightly smaller than your wood.

Generously coat the wood with mod podge and then apply the scrapbook paper.

Using a scraper or credit card smooth out the paper and try to get any air bubbles pushed out.  Allow to dry for an hour or so.

I like the distressed look, so I took some sand paper to the edges, but this is optional.

Distress Ink is a must for any serious crafter; found at Hobby Lobby.

Rub a little, or a lot on your sanded edges.

To apply the picture, coat the entire thing with Mod Podge again.

Using the scraper, smooth the picture out and make sure to get as many air bubbles out as you can. Allow to dry for an hour or so.

Coat the entire surface (picture, paper, and wood edges with Mod Podge.) Try to put a very even coat on with your brush strokes going all the same direction.  At first it will look cloudy, but it dries clear)

Lastly I chose to hang it with ribbon.  This I fastened on with staples... also a girl's best friend:)  You could also drill holes and thread ribbon or wire through.

Hang outside or right in your entry way for that "friendly reminder" that helps keep your OCD in check:)

I love the edges!

Happy crafting!  Click HERE if you want to borrow my picture of the feet:)