Happy Tuesday, Embarquers!

 

It’s finally Christmas week! I’m sure there are some of you out there looking for a last-minute gift idea for those you may have forgotten to put on your Christmas list. Here are some quick and easy gifts sure to please.

 

DIY Ring Necklace

Items:

• a fine 18″ necklace chain
• 15- 7mm Jump Rings
• Spaghetti Noodle or wire (optional, to thread )

 

Directions:

1.) Simply lay out your chain (gold, silver or rose gold) on your workspace

2.) Thread as many rings as you can fit on a wire or noodle

3.) Dangle the end of your necklace directly above the rings and thread

4.) Wrap your your necklace and gift!

 

Decoupage Canvas Art

What you Need:

• Canvas
• Printed Image (I like landscapes and architecture , but you could also print a image of you and the gift receiver)
• Mod Podge (Matte Finish)
• Foam Paint Brush
• Nor
• Acrylic Paint (I like black)

 

Directions:

1.) Paint the edges of your canvas as well as the sides and let dry

2.) Take your canvas and paint a coat of Mod Podge on the canvas

3.) Place your picture on the canvas and smooth down the picture on the canvas

4.) Paint another coat of Mod Podge on the picture as well as the edges to seal the image to the canvas

5.) Let dry, wrap and gift!

 

Go on your way, and get gifting!

 

Merry Christmas,

Jenna