Christmastopia

There is just something special about christmas time. Im sure its the twinkle in Arabellas eye, it brings back memories of my child hood. Its also a scared time and reminds to stop what Im doing and think of others.

I am addicted to everything about Christmas except I take it to the next level… Yep you heard right, Im
 so obsessed with decorating!

Red and white theme even coordinated wrapping paper

Stockings - Provincial home living
Monogram Tags - Domayne $1 each

Red robbon - Woolworths $3
Santa sign - Kmart $5

Love my kmart solar candy canes $15 for box of 4

Mason jar fairy light - add, twine, tulle & fairy lights

Red and white paper chain $3 from junk shop

Kinder christmas cupcakes
stick a candy cane in then you get a very festive cupcake

Tie tulle to fairy lights - Very pretty and effective

 Very proud of my christmas mantle but forgot stockings! lol

Add some christmas cheer to bannister

Thanks kmart for $2 paper plates, napkins and cups that
look decent.

Christmas wreath - Coles $10
add some gingham ribbon

How to apply paper to timber using Mod Podge! Youtube tutorial included!

I can't start any DIY project without the tools. Because once I start you can't stop me… hehe

I finally invested in a cutting mat! On sale yeah! I was one happy Jan.

1. Cutting Mat
2. Metal ruler ( I already have in my craft supplies)
3. Stanley knife (already have , but then I  discovered something better kaiser craft sharp angle knife)
4. Paper

I always ask Paul what he has in his shed before I go and buy!
I then hear "why did you buy that I have some in shed"
Seriously… do you ever listen !?!
I needed liquid nails to glue and clamp draw front back together
It was completely broken off.
1.sand paper
2. Pliers round and sharp (help pull nails out)
3. Timber filler
4. Rubber hammer
5. Screw driver

Got my little helper to work!

We managed to get the revolting handles off, the nails out and putty the holes back up. Give a light sand, and remember to wear your mask!

Undercoat time! This is where I made a boo boo I wanted a real rustic distressed look so instead of white you could use black undercoat. Or even easier use a spray paint!

1. Paint brushes
2. I used a roller in the end much quicker and less mess!
3. Mask for sanding
4. undercoat paint
5. Sanding block
6. drop sheet

Happy with my first attempt

Voila!

We had a bit of fun and painted the draws different colours.