10.14.2007

My Latest Project

I like to have at least one project going at all times. Usually, I am working on a quilting or sewing project. At the moment, however, I do not have the $ to go buy fabric to start a new quilt, so... I walked around Michael's for awhile trying to think of a fun, yet inexpensive project that I could work on when I have some free time. I like doing crafts, but I don't want to make things just for the sake of making them. I want my projects to have some purpose and usefulness in the real world. So after a nice cruise around the store, I was inspired! I decided to make Anna (and the other future rug rats) a set of fun magnets. I found bins upon bins of small, wooden cutouts... everything from trees, cows, and crocodiles to planes, cars and sailboats. At the jolly good price of 5 for $1.00, I gathered a large collection of objects and creatures, as well as a can of glossy spray finish, and headed home. I already had many paints and brushes at home, so I was able to spend just a little mula and get started on my new project right away. I have finished a few of them, and am very excited about how they are turning out. When Anna is older, I hope she will enjoy using her magnets on the refrigerator, and anywhere else that a magnet will stick! (My mom and I already tried, and magnets will stick to some lamps, the stove, and even the cabinet hardware....... who knew???)


5 comments:

Carrie said...

I LOVE those! What a neat idea! I'm going to have to try that out with my girls.

LOVE your new blog layout! It's beautiful! You did a GREAT job!

Oh- by the way- this is Carriecott from BZ. Just in case you were wondering. LOL!

Angie Washington said...

Hi! Love the magnet idea! Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment on my blog. You are in for the ride of your life in Panama.

Blessings,
Angie

~cjoy said...

Thank you for your prayers and sharing the verse on my blog. It really touched my spirit and I was very encouraged by it.

I've been reading your blog this morning...what a beautiful little girl you have!

Paige said...

Those are such cute magnets! I love them!

Stephanie said...

Thanks for coming by and visiting my blog - your little girl is ADORABLE! And all that hair ... my babies are bald until they are two so I'm a little jealous of the bows you will be using soon! :)