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Gail S

Quincy, IL
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  • This is the piece of silverware that started this odd addiction.
  • First you need to find some silverware suitable for stamping. In my experience it seems like silverplated silverware is easier to stamp than stainless steel.  Vintage silverplate can be found at thrift stores, estate sales, etc. 1
  • I bought my 36 piece 1/8" steel stamping set at Harbor Freight.  The regular price is around $10, but is frequently on sale for around $5.  The stamps are long pieces of steel with a letter or number on the end.
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  • I drew a line down the middle of the knife so I could somewhat keep the letters lined up. BTW, I don't go for perfection, to me it's more of a handmade look.
  • I figured out the middle letter of the word I was going to stamp and stamped that letter first. Just give the stamp a good old whack with the hammer.  And then work out from there.
  • When I was done, I rubbed some marker onto the letters and then wiped the excess off with a paper towel. You don't have to do this step, but I found it made the letters pop out visually a little more.
  • Great for plant markers
  • Perfect for holding photos
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My Silverware Stamping Addiction

Stamped silverware can be used for all sorts of things. From plant markers to wedding gifts for the bride and groom to labeling cheeses for a fancy schamcy party. And it's super easy to ...»
do!

You'll need the stamps, a piece of silverware, a hammer of some kind - I prefer a larger metal mallet type hammer (better to smash your fingers with), a magic marker, something to stamp onto (I used a small brass block that I found in the garage) and for safety you should wear gloves and safety glasses.

Instructions are below the photos and a much more detailed tutorial is on my blog post.

Oh, and I've had quite a few people asking on my blog about using them for weddings (stamping Mr. and Mrs. on forks or wedding dates, etc). Avery cute idea, BTW. I would say if you are expecting people to eat with them, I would skip the steps about using a magic marker, because that could be toxic. And you certainly don't want to start the marriage off on a bad note. If you still want to do the last step where you "color" them in a little, you could use liquid food coloring and wipe it into the letters a little.

Have fun stamping. Watch out for your thumbs and please wear you safety gear!

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House Of Hawthornes Columbus, OH
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  • Attach your photos using clear scrapbooking photo corners. Be sure you have everything arranged where you want it before attaching the photos!
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Using an Old Window to Display Photos

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  • so pretty!
  • using a clean glass jar, apply removable adhesive labels of your choice (i used round labels from the office supply store)
  • turn your jar upside down to prevent paint overspray + apply several light coats
  • once dry, gently remove the labels
  • add a layer of glass floral beads or sand. this protects your surface from heat damage from a long-burning candle
  • i love the playfulness of the dotted design 1
  • but he's even prettier as the sun sets! 1
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Mason Jar Luminary

Looking for a modern design for your space? This luminary is a fresh + modern spin on the Mason jar. Visit the blog at the link below for a more detailed tutorial.
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Sarah Krouse Murrayville, GA
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  • This one was finished with decorative paper and Mod Podge.  I then attached a decorative clip with twine.
  • I distressed painted this one with white and a rusty paint. I glued two of my homemade wood buttons on the front and made a handle with bark covered wire.
  • For a more industrial look, I kept this one mainly silver with a burlap wrap and some silver accents.
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Recycled Can Caddies

It's easy to come up with some handy storage caddies by recycling tin cans. I decorated a few can with a variety of different things like burlap, decorative paper & Mod Podge, and paint. ...»
I added wire handles to some by punching a couple of holes into the sides of the cans to attach the wire through.

Rustic Crafts & Chic Decor - Renee
Rustic Crafts & Chic Deco... Brighton, MI
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  • Need some texture and color for your outdoor table?  Try these easy rope-wrapped and painted terra cotta pots!
  • I started with a simple terra cotta pot!
  • Starting at the top, I used my glue gun to attach the rope.
  • I finished up wrapping the pot with rope.  I snipped the rope off with scissors, and secured it down with hot glue.
  • Using left-over turquoise latex paint from another project and a standard paint brush, I painted the base of this pot.
  • Perfect outdoor centerpiece!
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Rope-Wrapped & Painted Pots!

I wrapped rope around some cheap terra cotta pots and added a touch of left-over paint! The result is a cute outdoor centerpiece! See tutorial for full details!
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April Hoff Fishers, IN
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Chalkboard Painted Pots

Pots painted with chalkboard paint can be labeled with the plant occupant and can also become a decorative work of art. This is a simple project that would also make a great gift.
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SweetPea Paula Lynchburg, VA
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DIY Homemade Flower Tutorial

These flowers made from coffee filters are cheap, easy and beautiful! Perfect for a wedding, birthday party or shabby chic decor! Find this tutorial at http://www.easy-home-made.com/coffee-filter-...

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Easy-Home-Made Grand Junction, CO
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4 Ways to Upcycle Leather Belts

Do you have an old leather belt that has seen better days? Give that shabby or frayed accessory a new life! Belts can do more than prevent plumber's crack – they're great at holding ...»
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Here are four of our favorite ideas: https://brightnest.com/posts/2x4-four-ways-t...

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Terra Cotta Pot Fountain

INSTRUCTIONS: You can see from the picture what kind of pots I used. The large basin on the bottom is plastic. You can also use a very large terra cotta saucer, but it doesn't hold much water and you have to keep refilling. I know because I tried it.

You can use any size pots you want. I like the strawberry pot because the water comes out of the holes.

The pump sits on the bottom of the big basin. You put a large size pot upside down in the big bowl to ...»

cover the pump as you see it in the picture, then stack other pots as you like. Then you just run clear hose (Lowes) from the pump (also Lowes) up to the top saucer. You have to do a little cutting and drilling on the first pot that the pump is under. Cut out a little space on the edge of that pot so the electrical cord can run through and so that the pot can sit flat and also drill a few holes in the upper rim of that pot so water can flow inside to the pump. Since the pots already have holes in the bottom, you will only have to drill through the center of the saucers to run the hose up.

You have to use a masonry bit. They are a little expensive, but well worth it. You should get a bit large enough to drill a hole the same size as the holes in the pots. Then get a hose wide enough, but one that will easily slide through to the top. I got everything I needed at Lowes.

Put colored stones or rounded river stones (Lowes again) in the top and middle saucers for decoration. The stones will control how your water comes out of the top. Good luck. Have fun.

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