DIY Art

A little homemade art comin' at you up in here. I thought the baby's room needed one last pop of color. On the war path of refusing to spend much money on decor, I made my own! Are you surprised?

I have really done it this time! I am in love with my own creations:) and couldn't wait to share how you can create art too, for just $9.59!

You certainly don't have to copy my designs but know that you can if you want...popular crafter's saying..."I can make that!"

I had two outdated pics laying around that I wasn't using. So, I gave the frames a face lift. I already had the red spray paint, so I don't count that in my 9.59 money stats...

Finished frames and supplies...

Alphabet stickers and one super cute Martha Stewart bird (french fry not included)...

I laid down all the pieces until I was satisfied with the arrangement and then glued my heart out. Michael's had a variety of die-cut themes. This jungle themed package of 180 pieces cost just 2.99 on sale.

My inspiration comes from some quality alone time in Michael's Craft Store. Sometimes a girl just needs time to browse! 

The craft stats:

-glue, spray paint and frames: own it! I don't count past purchases, it was money well spent.

-white tag board: 2 for .50 each

-package of jungle theme cut outs: on sale for 2.99 

-alphabet: 2 packages on sale for 1.80 each

-bird: 2.00 with a *'50% off coupon on one regular priced item'
-french fry: just cut a strip out of a yellow piece of junk mail

Total: $9.59

* Michaels almost always offers coupons that can be found online. Google 'Michael's Coupon'. Print and save.

P.S. It's almost wedding season...I was featured on a friend's blog sharing money saving wedding tips! Please check it out!

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