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Working on a special project! Paint, wood and power tools are involved in this one!

Batman Jewelry!

So....when I went to Hobby Lobby to get supplies for my Batman graduation cap I stumbled upon DC comic based jewelry supplies in the beads and jewelry section. Since it was 50% off AND I was going with the Batman theme anyways I decided to grab some things and make my own jewelry. I made a necklace, bracelet and earrings! Here is a picture of the outcome. Petty cool project! 

Graduation!

It's been awhile since my last post. I've been working on my Masters for the past 3 years so my hobbies have been kinda put on hold. I graduated this June and decorated my cap batman style with one of my favorite quotes from Batman Begins: "It's not who you are underneath, but what you do that defines you." I put alot of though into this cap and so I've framed this cap to hang in my office for when I become a counselor :)

If your curious how I made this glamorous hat I picked up my supplies from Hobby Lobby. Here is a list:

*gold glitter 12x12 scrapbook paper cardstock
*black glitter 12x12 scrapbook paper cardstock
*black glitter Washi tape (2inch)
*e6000 glue
*black ribbon

I used my nifty silhouette cameo to cut out the bat symbol and letters :)

I recommend gluing everything as the glitter loses its stick pretty easy so I found the tap on the edges did not stick well.

Superhero Baby Girl Shower

Since I posted about a superhero baby boy shower, it is only fair if I post the superhero baby girl show that I hosted at my house about a year and a half ago. 

Decorations made of plastic table clothes and cardboard box pieces covered in paper.At the time I did not have a colored printer so I hand colored all the little signs. (Colored printers are worth the investment!)

 Here is a close up of the diaper cake that I made for this occasion. Again, box of diapers, ribbon, craft foam and of course a pink cape!

Superhero Baby Welcoming Party Decor

My friend had a baby boy and this past Sunday we had a welcoming party for him. I was put in charge of the decorations and party favors. While I forgot to get a picture of it all set up at the party, I did get a picture of the display on the floor of my room!. 

The background is a chalkboard from Home Depot that I picked up to use as a backdrop for my photography. I used chalkboard paint markers to draw some sky scrapers.

The random 'pow' 'zap' 'boom' signs are all free clip art from the google search engine!

 

The personalized banner was courtesy of My Paper Craze. You can check out their custom printable here:  http://www.mypapercraze.com/?p=2422.

 The best part is it was free!

 

While I have made the super hero lollipop capes before from "scratch", I did purchase the template due to time constraints. I got this customizable template from Simon Made It. You can find it here: http://www.simonemadeit.com/templates/superhero-lollipop-capes-masks-favors/

 

Here is a close up of the lollipop display. I just used foam from the flower section that I had left over from another project.  

 

Of course here is the diaper cake. Box of diapers, rubber bands, ribbon and craft foam that I cut out. Pretty east I did it in about an hour and a half. It is simple, but still looks AWESOME!

In the end, great party, lots of compliments on the display. A little display can really spruce up a party!! For more ideas on baby boy superhero parites check outt my idea board on pinterest:

https://www.pinterest.com/rrubio20/superhero-boy-baby-shower/

- Rebecca

DIY Comic Book Table

I bought a new couch and wanted something unique to go with the living room. So I search around on Pinterest and saw a lot of comic book collage ideas covering furniture pieces. I loved the idea, but I did not like the clutter look of the collage. So here is my sophisticated take on a comic book table. 

So for all of you do it yourself lovers, this was super easy and super cheap! Plus, I get tones of compliments for it!

Supplies I used

• ·         2 Ikea Lack Tables*
• ·         Comic book pages
• ·         Modge Podge Gloss
• ·         Modge Podge Gloss Sealer
• ·         Paintbrush

*The reason I used Ikea Lack tables is not only are they cheap, but they are stackable which is great if you need space in the living room.

Instructions:

Step 1: Pick your comic book pages. I found I only needed 6 pages per table. I mixed comic book covers and inside pages from two different comic books. I kept with the DC theme to match the living room mural. Lay the pages on top of each table to make sure you like the layout/match up. Once you have the design you like take a picture to remember and then remove the pages from the table.

 

 Step 2: Start by taking a paintbrush and using it to put Modge Podge gloss on 1/3 of the table. I did each piece in thirds. I went right to left because I am left handed and I try to avoid Modge Podge everywhere. 

Step 3: Lay the first two pages down and then proceed to layer Modge Podge on top of the pages. Makes sure you smooth out each page. Air bubble will get caught up and bubbly! Try to get the page as flat and smooth to the wood as possible.

Step 4: Repeat step Two and Three for all the pages

Step 5. Once you have all your pages laid down, do one last layer over the whole table. The more Modge Podge the better!

Step 6: Let it dry. I let them dry over night because I started this project pretty late at night.

Step 7. Screw the legs on and tada! You have two side tables!

*I would recommend getting plexiglass to put over, just for protection purposes. I’m planning to pick some up myself.

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Here is a before and after sneak peek of my kitchen! Thank you DIY tutorials and Pinterest! Detailed DIY tutorial to follow soon....I love it!!!!!!