So YARN creative!

Today's item of choice....

Y A R N !

Join me in creating something unique & simple that won't bust the budget!

Today we are creating YARN letters!

These lovely creations can be made with lots of detail or using a simple wrapping method

This time around we are going to take the the simple route! 

How did she do that?!

let me show you...

 First things first, you must get the items needed

YARN 

you can get any color and size but i find that the thicker the yarn the more yarn-e look you get

LETTERS or NUMBERS

Either wood or chipboard letters will work just fine. You pick the size that fits the area you are wanting to put them in your home

ADHESIVE

I found using a roll on adhesive like Ad Tech Permanent Bond or even hot glue works best because they instantly adhere

SCISSORS

whatever you have around the home will work just fine 

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Now that you have everything together, find a place where you can spread out and get to work!

To make a simple Yarn letter you will need to pick a starting point at either end (top or bottom) of your letter.

Begin by adhering the end of the yarn to the back side of the letter, starting at the edge like so...

Now that you have the end attached it's time to start wrapping! as you wrap your letter be sure close gaps between the yarn by simply pushing them together....

Once you have your letter wrapped you will find that there are a few gaps where the yarn would not attach...

 

No fear! This is just part of the process

What you are going to do now is measure the length of the empty space with the yarn, leaving enough excess yarn to wrap around the edges....

       

                                                                               

Time to finish it up! To fill in the blank edges at the top and bottom of your letter, all you have to do it measure the exact length of the edges put down/roll on the glue and slap on the yarn! Okay so maybe not just like that ;) but you get the gist of it! in case you are a little lost here's what you do...

Guess what...You're done! 

 

These can also be made with more detail by applying adhesive to the top surface of the letter/number and making your own personal design out of the yarn.

I look forward to hearing feedback on today's creation and how it has worked in your home! 

Please send me pictures of your projects so you too can help encourage others to find their creative side!

helping you find your creative side

Allie D!

a creative gift

"You will be made rich in every way so that you can be generous on every occasion, and through us your generosity will result in thanksgiving to God." 2 Corinthians 9:11

We are all called to give, not just of our money but of our God given talents...My mom's birthday was back in February and for her birthday I was able to use my creative side to make something special that I knew she would love. Although it was special to her, I believe it brought me so much more joy to be able to give of my time and show her just how much I appreciate the woman and mother she is. 

The great part about this project was that I have yet to get a sewing machine so I was able to literally put my love in every stitch :) 

 Ta Da! through determination and a bit of creativity I was able to pull out an apron that my mom can remember me by and all the love I have for her while she does one of the things she does best, Cook! This post is for you mom! to express the appreciation I have for you as my mother and the beautiful woman of Christ you have taught me to be 

Check out her blogs and be inspired by her creative side

http://www.feedingahungrysoul.com

http://www.aroundthetablewithtami.com

 

A creative thought

  I love turning the dull into something sweet & personal by using the creative thoughts I have running around in my head. Personally, I believe we all have "a creative side" that's why I believe we all need to let lose and at least make an attempt to share them with the world! Although I do have lots of creative thoughts, my problem, at times, is actually making them come to life. Together, let's share ideas, encourage action, and make those creative thoughts come to life! You do have a creative side, so join me in setting it free!

Exodus 35:30-32

"... He has filled him with the Spirit of God, with wisdom, with understanding, with knowledge and with all kinds of skills— ³² to make artistic designs..." 

As we get this thing started I would love to receive ideas of projects, whether it's for the heart, home or tummy; to clothe or accessorize, please do share :) 
Send all creative thoughts to me at abidenu@yahoo.com with instructions on how to create it & picture/s if you have them. I will for sure be getting together some of the projects I have been working on to share :) Also! if you tell me the products used, I will do my best to find the best deals and where you can go to get them! 
READY? SET...CREATE!

Helping you find "a creative side"
allie D