I'm a lover of lists, a technician of To-Do's, and I take great pleasure in crossing off each line of tasks, putting the chore to the proverbial bed. No great surprise that I'd want to mark today's 4th-decade birthday by recording a few reflective thoughts on how I would like the year to go (I know, God's laughing right now). And to display these plans of grandeur, I thought today's What I Made Wednesday would be a good display of my list. As the year progresses, I'll be sure to cross off the tasks and, by the time I turn 41, I should have a set of Mod Podged numbers all scratched out with successes and great experiences.
What You'll Need
Cardboard numbers (found at Hobby Lobby)
Scrapbook paper
Mod Podge
Paintbrush
Scissors
Pencil
Sharpie Paint Pen
Super Glue like E-6000 (not shown)
Your own list (no, you can't use mine)
What You'll Do
First things, first: Take your scrapbook paper and lay it on top of your number. Then, flip it over and trace the number with a sharp pencil. |
Cut along the outline. |
Repeat the outlining and cutting for each number and for both sides. |
Oh, bother! Now you've got the sides to contend with - easy! |
Take your scrapbook paper and align it with the side of the number. Make a mark the width of the side. |
Cut the strip with scissors or a paper cutter. Glue the strip along the side of the number. This will take a couple of strips to get all the way around. Don't forget the inside of the number, as well!
Now it's time to take your heavy duty glue and glue the two numbers together. Note: I tried to get any paper breaks on the side where I knew it wouldn't be visible since the numbers were going to be glued together. Take a look: my one strip of paper fell short but it's on the side where it won't be seen once the numbers are glued together. Keep that in mind.
It's too pretty to write on, but that's the whole point, isn't it? |
What You'll Need to Know to Finish
These Sharpie Paint Pens have been really great to use and versatile in so many projects I've completed lately. I've created my list of dreams and goals for the year and I just started writing them all over the finished 4-0 sculpture (sure, why not call it a sculpture?).
When dry, take another swipe all over the sculpture with Mod Podge to seal your writing.
I'll keep it as a daily reminder in either my office or bedroom to make this year one of sowing for the future. At 40, I'm finally wise enough to know the life I want to live, and I'm finally old enough to make all of it a reality.
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Happy Birthday Lilly! You've inspired me to make a list for my big 5-0. May your next decade be filled with many happy adventures!
ReplyDeleteGo for it, Suzan! I want to know what you put on that list - ok? Oh, I forgot to add one important thing to my numbers, off to do that right now. What is it? "Open the Etsy shop"
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday!!! life begins at 40!!
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday! I hope you have a super blessed day and year! =)
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Happy Birthday! I hope that you have a wonderful day!
ReplyDeleteFrom your Italy happy Birthday Lily!!!! every wish of your heart is real now :)
ReplyDeleteI'm grateful for your presence in my life.
Thank you to all my well-wishers! xxoo
ReplyDeleteLove the look of these! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday Lilly!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteWishing you all good things! Have fun celebrating!!
Happy birthday!! This is such a great idea. LOVE it!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday! What a FUN FAB project! Would also make a great memory sign in if your were having a milestone party.
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking up! Can't wait to try it out!
ReplyDeleteLove this idea! I think I may do something similar for my friends birthday next month!
ReplyDeleteAll of you are coming up with some great alternative gift ideas for others - love it!!! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteWhat an ingenious idea! My 40th is next year and I've bookmarked this post for next year.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the idea...Madison xxx
Hi! I'm your newest follower and co-host of this month's blog hop. Thanks so much for joining in on the fun :) I'm looking forward to getting you know you better!
ReplyDeleteThis is a genius idea! I'll have to do this for my next birthday.
I love this idea!!!! What a great thing to do for a birthday!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday! What a cute idea. Love to know what ends up on your list. Thanks for sharing your creative inspiration at Sunday's Best!
ReplyDeletehappy birthday. now a whole new world is going OPEN for you. you'll see. love being 40!!!
ReplyDeleteThis looks great! I just love the texture and the thought behind it! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteTake care,
Trish
Love this idea. Going to make one for my 50th birthday party next week. Thanks for posting such fantastic instructions karen kromm
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