Faux Metal Star

 I found this idea on one of the first blogs I ventured to here.  I used them for 4th of July decoration but I look forward to using them for Christmas as well.

It took me about 6 months to accumulate this many pie pans for the stars ( we ate a lot of pie and consequently gained a few pounds). You can also buy oven liners from the store depending on the size of star you want.

 The first thing you need to do is cut off the outer rim so that all is left is a flat surface.

 (These will be coming back in a future craft)












Then find yourself a picture of a nautical star, trace the pattern onto the foil then you get to cut it out. When you cut make sure you leave a 1/8 inch around the outside. This will provide a folded edge and will keep fingers from getting cut up.

 When you have the amount of stars you want you can do your painting! Have fun!

4th of July "USA" Decor

This project didn't cost me a penny to do. Can't complain about that!

Supplies:

*Cardboard
*X-Acto Knife
*Old Book
*Elmers Glue
*Tape

Take your cardboard and trace out the shape of letter you wish to have. I drew out my own on paper but I'm sure it would be very easy to print off a letter from a word document. You will need two identical pieces for each letter. One for the back and one for the front.

 Take the leftover cardboard and cut out strips to bring the two pieces for each letter together. After you have it all cut out you can start to tape it all together. When it is all together it will look like this.

Now you are ready to start with the paper mache. Take your glue and mix with water. 1 part water to 3 parts glue. Using pages from your book rip them into strips, dip in your paper mache mixture then smooth on your letter.

When it is completely covered and you are satisfied all you need do is wait for it to dry :)

4th of July Jar painting

Here are some fun decorations that you can do relatively easily and quickly.