Thursday, December 9, 2010

Family Name Monogram Wreath


Supplies:
Last name wood initial (Hobby Lobby $1)
Twig wreath (Hobby Lobby $7)
Scrapbook paper
Modgepodge
Brown paint
Scissors
Glue gun

How To:
Step 1: Trace initial onto paper and cut out. (Note: Reverse both initial and paper to trace)
Step 2: Paint edges of wooden initial. Let dry.
Step 3: Apply a thin layer of modgepodge to right side of initial. Apply paper initial to the wood and press firmly working out any bubbles or wrinkles. Let dry for 2 minutes.
Step 4: Apply a thin layer of modgepodge on top of paper to give a smooth finish and to seal edges. work out any bubbles as needed. (Note: the less modgepodge you use the less bubbles you will get)
Step 5: Once modgepodge is completely dry, center initial onto wreath and hot glue in place.

What a very inexpensive and fast way to show your family pride and spruce up your home!

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