Hello! I love crafting but whenever I find something on Pinterest (https://www.pinterest.com/askalexblog/) the DIY's are always very hard and take a lot of effort. After a lot of research I have 3 EASY summer DIY's! All of these projects are 5 steps or less! There will be links to all materials down below.
1. To Do Board
This DIY is the simplest of all, it is a to do board. This board is perfect for writing lists of things that you need to do.
Step 1: Materials
For this DIY you will be needing:
- A Picture frame
- Scrapbooking Paper
-Scissors
Step 2: Cut
Cut your scrapbook paper to match the size of your frame.
Step 3: Assemble
Place your paper inside the frame and close it.
Now your to do board is all ready to use! Use a whiteboard marker to write and a whiteboard eraser to erase!
2. Felt Pins
This DIY is super cute and trendy. The felt pins are fun to make and wear.
Step 1: Materials
For this DIY you will be needing:
-Felt cutouts (flowers, shapes, hearts, etc.)
-Bar pins with pads
-Glue Gun (make sure you have your parents help for this)
Step 2: Design your patterns
Stack your felt cutouts into different designs.
Step 3: Glue
Use a glue gun (make sure you have a parents help) to glue your felt pieces on top of each other.
Step 4: Pins
Put hot glue on the back of your pin and attach it to the felt.
After letting the glue dry on the pins, your pins are ready to wear!
3. Cactus Notebook
This DIY is a great way to turn a boring notebook into a fun summery one.
Step 1: Materials
For this DIY you will be needing:
-One plain notebook
-Acrylic paint
-Paint brushes
-Pencil
-Black Marker
-Washi tape
Step 2: Sketch
First, you need to sketch your cactus out on the notebook. It is important to sketch before you paint because it is easy to mess up with paint. Find a nice picture online to copy or create your own cactus.
Step 3: Paint
Paint your cactus the colors you want! I used dark green, red, and white.
Step 4: Washi Tape
While you are waiting for your paint to , decorate your notebook with washi tape.
Step 5: Black Marker:
Use a black marker to outline your cactus and draw spikes on it. :)
Your notebook is done! Write down your plans for the summer, journal entries, and more!
Links
To Do Board:
Picture Frame: https://www.michaels.com/studio-decor-expressions-rustic-frame-walnut/10409398.html
Scrapbook Paper: https://www.michaels.com/search?q=scrapbook%20paper
Felt Pins:
Pins: https://www.michaels.com/bead-landing-bar-pins-with-pad-1-inch/10443062.html#q=pins&start=14
Felt: https://www.michaels.com/search?q=felt%20cutouts
Glue Gun: https://www.michaels.com/artminds-high-temp-glue-gun/10301572.html#q=glue+gun&start=12
Cactus Notebook:
Paint: https://www.michaels.com/acrylic-paint-value-pack-by-craft-smart/10518563.html#q=acrylic+paint&start=8
Washi Tape: https://www.michaels.com/mermaid-coast-washi-tape-tube-by-craft-smart/10526052.html#q=mermiad+washi+tape&start=3