"Grow old with me. The best is yet to be..."
Wednesday was our 3rd Wedding Anniversary and its so hard to believe! Life has been crazy since then living in 3 different states and having the little man who has also lived in 3 different states. But to be honest, I don't think I would have it any other way. Well, I actually take that back. I would have someone unpack EVERYTHING for me next time.
As a gift, I made this silhouette picture for my hubby out of a picture from our first dance. Truth be told, this 'anniversary gift' was probably more for me than him...but he was a good sport and still seemed to appreciate it. He knows I get a high off of this stuff and has never complained about my trips to the craft store or the DollarTree - unless I drag him along with me...then he complains!
I found this adorable damask frame at Target a while ago on sale for only $2! You can't pass that up and it was just waiting to be filled. Here's the easy how-to and materials list...
MATERIALS
Frame
Picture
Cardstock - silhouette, accents, and background
Embellishments - sparkles, ribbon, quotes
Small scissors, spray adhesive, glue
HOW-TO
1. Print a picture out that you want to use as your silhouette. If the picture is not okay reversed, then remember to choose the 'Mirror Image' option on your print settings.
2. Adhere the picture to the cardstock with glue. I used black paper and a spray adhesive.
3. Using small scissors cut out the picture. Flip over to see the silhouette.
4. Add any embellishments. I cut out a dress and veil from ivory cardstock and added some 'bling' with sparkles.
5. Adhere the silhouette to a background piece of paper. I chose a red to go with our room and it was also one of the colors in our wedding.
6. Then I added a quote at the bottom from a quote sticker stack I had.
7. Put in frame and give as the perfect homemade gift.
Its really easy, I promise. It just takes some time finding pictures that would make a good silhouette and a steady hand while you cut! Enjoy.
Be inspired, get creative, and have fun!
