Showing posts with label Simple. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Simple. Show all posts

Tuesday, 31 July 2012

DIY: White board


An essential for the university home is definitely a white board. Now that I'm going into my last year of university, I figured it was time to take a step up from the traditional white board. 
I was lucky enough to have this poster frame lying around the house, so for me it was free but you could easy go to a second hand store or your local VV boutique (aka Value Village, but doesn't boutique sound nicer?) and find a large frame, just make sure there's glass or plastic in it. Next, I went to Dollorama and found some nice wrapping paper... and that's it! Remove the picture from the frame, cover the backing with the wrapping paper reinsert into the frame and voila! Could it really be any easier?! 
The supplies: Frame & Wrapping Paper

Finished Product... Almost!


If you're like me and lose anything that's not directly attached to my body, it might be a good idea to use some velcro strips to attach the markers to the side of the frame... again, very simple. 

Voila! .. Please ignore my spelling mistake. 

Sunday, 17 June 2012

Father's Day DIY Gift: Personalized Mugs

This is probably one of the easiest, cheapest and most personal gifts you can give! They can be personalized with anything you want so they really make great gifts for any occasion.




What You Need
Mug
Sharpie

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees C
2. Draw your design on the mug 
3. Put in oven for 30 minutes

Can it get any simpler?! 

Tips:
 - It's a good idea to draw your design on some scrap paper before you put it on the mug
- Use a pencil to stencil out your design on the mug, it will erase after just be careful not to smudge the sharpie
- You can restart if you mess up! Simply wash the mug with soap and water and it's good as new
- Cellophane and some tissue paper in the mug make great wrapping!



On another Father's Day note, I have to wish my Dad the best of all days! He's always been there for me and I know he's always on my side, even if I don't think so at the time! I know I can call him no matter the hour if I need help with anything, I would truly be lost without him!
Happy Father's Day to all the dad's out there :)