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Handmade Christmas Gifts

December 28, 2008 By Rhoda 47 Comments

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My niece, Lauren, has become a thrifter like her Auntie, I think and found her namesake on wood at a local thriftstore, so of course it came home with her. Oh, and I should have taken the Before pic, as it was extremely cutesy in turquoise and yellow, just right for a little Lauren. But, not so good for 26 year old Lawyer Lauren. So, she handed it over to me when I was home last and said….fix this. She knows I’m good for a makeover and had no idea what I’d do with it, so leopard print tissue paper to the rescue. That and black spray paint did wonders.

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So, for Christmas this year, I decided to do handmade for my sister and niece. Hobby Lobby had their unfinished wood pieces on sale and that prompted me to grab up the necessary things to make one of these plaques that I’ve seen around blogland in the last few months, starting here at Joy’s (she has some great ideas & projects). I think many more bloggers have made them too, so I certainly cannot take credit for this, but I’m so not above stealing copying great ideas! And this is one of them! Simple wood plaque and letter spray painted black. Decoupage scrapbook paper to the front, glue on the letter, and you’re done! I added the polkadots with my leftover laundry room paint. Used the end of a large magic marker cap. Lauren loves pink and green, so this paper was perfect. Do you recognize it from my Christmas tin?

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The “S” is for my sister, her last name with a little more elegant look to it. So I hope they will enjoy them, a sweet and simple handmade gift, perfect for any time of the year.

Don’t forget Wednesday, January 7th will be our Top Before and After Projects of 2008 party! Come back on Tuesday for all the details.

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  1. Greg says

    December 29, 2008 at 7:38 am

    Rhoda, even the close up version is perfect. I have never decoupaged. Could you tell me exactly how you affixed the paper on the wood plaque? I would like to do this but don’t understand exactly what you did.
    Melanie

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  2. ThreeGirlyGirls says

    December 29, 2008 at 8:35 am

    I LOVE these gifts!! I will have to give this idea a try! I’ve never thought about it but what a great idea! Your so talented!!

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  3. Rhoda @ Southern Hospitality says

    December 29, 2008 at 9:27 am

    Hi, Melanie (Greg), I dont’ see a blog for you, so I hope you come back to see this.

    Decoupage is about the easiest thing you can do. It’s really just glue. all I did was brush on the Mod Podge glue to the black wood plaque, cut out the scrapbook paper to fit it, lay it down and press to get out any bubbles. Let it dry well, then I went back over the top of the paper with decoupage. Glued on the letter with craft glue and that is it. I did use a little Rub N Buff on the S letter (in Spanish Copper). It’s a great color to use on black to add some dimension.

    That’s it! Truly a very easy project. Doesn’t take long at all.

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  4. cityfarmer says

    December 29, 2008 at 9:30 am

    I think you’ve started something here…that reminds me I haven’t been to the thrift shop in weeks…..tata

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  5. oliveoyl64 says

    December 29, 2008 at 11:39 am

    I made an almost identical version of your “S” plaque for my sis’s b-day. My paper is black with white design. I will see is she can send me a pic since I don’t tend to take pics of my finished gifties.

    You know, great minds think alike.:)

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  6. Reynie says

    December 29, 2008 at 1:47 pm

    Great gift ideas! I’m sure those who received them, loved ’em! Thanks for sharing!

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  7. the voice of melody says

    December 29, 2008 at 2:41 pm

    So pretty and unique!

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  8. Rick says

    December 29, 2008 at 3:00 pm

    A “thrifter” huh? I accuse my wife of having an affair with some guy named Clarence when she goes shopping. She’s always looking for him. Must be a sailor of some kind because he’s always on sail.

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  9. Glenda/MidSouth says

    December 29, 2008 at 4:42 pm

    Pretty gifts. I think the black and white one would be my favorite.
    Happy New Year!

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  10. [email protected] says

    December 29, 2008 at 5:04 pm

    That is very cute! I may have to make a few of these as late Christmas/New Year’s gifts for some relatives. 🙂

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  11. Gina @ Six in the Country says

    December 29, 2008 at 5:21 pm

    They look great! Can’t wait for your party!

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  12. Laura @ the shorehouse. says

    December 29, 2008 at 6:09 pm

    Well, my initials are LS so I loved this post that much more. 🙂

    We did a almost all of our holiday gift buying from crafty people (etsy, crafty shows, etc.) and we all — boys and girls — found it fun to receive handmade gifts. Thanks for sharing yours!

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  13. Laura @ the shorehouse. says

    December 29, 2008 at 8:15 pm

    And p.s. — saw your comnment and I always forget to ask where your stepson is a chef! Next time you swing by you’ll have to let me know…I’m always up for new eating adventures. 🙂

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  14. Laura Ingalls Gunn says

    December 29, 2008 at 9:07 pm

    These are adorable!

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  15. The Muse says

    December 29, 2008 at 9:42 pm

    Greetings Rhoda…lol I just read what you had written about yourself…that you helped others feather their nests 🙂 our cottage is called The Painted Nest 🙂

    So happy to have you drop by my blog…and to comment with such kindness~thank you very much!

    I hope I can visit your blog often…It feels inspiring!

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  16. Angie says

    December 29, 2008 at 10:33 pm

    You did a great job on those plaques! I know I sure would love to get one as a gift!

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  17. Susie Harris says

    December 29, 2008 at 11:05 pm

    What great gifts! I bet they were the hit of the party. Looks like yall had a great christmas. We did too but kind of glad it quiet here for now. Till New Years that is. Take care and enjoy that family!

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  18. Jules from "The Roost" says

    December 30, 2008 at 12:11 am

    Great gift, I love them! 🙂

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  19. Barn House says

    December 30, 2008 at 7:57 pm

    These really turned out great! We sure wish we could share the recipe for that pomegranate "glazed" ham…but it's sort of a concoction that originated from a pomegranate-lacquered roast turkey recipe we got out of County Living Magazine a few years back. We used the leftover sauce to create the glaze…but it's absolutely delicious. :o)
    http://www.countryliving.com/recipefinder/pomegranate-lacquered-roast-turkey-rbk1107?click=main_sr

    Enjoy! Now how about that black-eyed pea recipe???

    J & J

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  20. Anonymous says

    December 30, 2008 at 8:51 pm

    Rhonda would you mind sharing your laundry room color?

    Thanks
    Amanda

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