DIY "Wood" Signs

VBS is right around the corner and I found a cool way to make some signs.  It's a Survivor theme, so I wanted a fake wood without the cost or weight of real wood.  Here is a step by step way to make signs!

I got plain white foam board at the Dollar Store!.  I can make 2 signs from 1 piece of foam board.

Cut the foam board in half and trim the 2 pieces all around.  Making some deep cuts on the side.  And then make lines and creases with the scissors to give it a wood look.

I happen to have some wood finish stain in the garage and just used that to "paint" it.  It gives it a real wood look and fills in the creases well.  Use extra on the sides so you see no white parts of the board.  It really gives the edges an almost burnt/darker look, making it authentic looking.

Wait for it to dry.
























Then Paint your words.

Feelin' Crafty!!

I am throwing a bridal shower for my sister-in-law -to-be this weekend!  I was going to make cupcakes with these really pretty cupcake liners with her colors on them.  However, I was feeling too lazy to actually make the cupcakes, but wanted to do something with the pretty cupcake liners.  This is the result :)

For step by step instructions and more fab ideas go to http://karaspartyideas.com/2011/01/cupcake-liner-pom-poms-tutorial-vintage.html


I also make "cakes" for special occasions.  It's full of practical things and made up to look exceptional :)  I make them for Graduates, Bridal Showers and Baby Showers!  This one is a simple one for my Sister-in-laws Bridal Shower.  It's a "towel cake" made up of things she listed on her registery!