Unique Crafts for Gifts?

[*NikkiBell*]

I am a teacher and recently received a very unique craft idea from a parent and her child. They took an acrylic picture frame, turned it on its side, and created a very decorative Post-it holder.

I'm looking for more unique craft ideas like this that would make simple, yet cute and touching gifts. Any ideas?

[UP Disney]

I found this tonight while searching for ideas. I love this and can't wait to try it.

CD Photo Cube (http://paperjewels.blogspot.com/2008/06/cd-photo-cube-tutorial.html)

[Goofysmate]

Now thats simple but clever :thumbsup2

[piratesmate]

*NikkiBell* - Do you have a photo you could share? I'm not getting how the acrylic frame becomes the Post-It holder. :confused3 I'm a little slow this morning. ;)

UP Disney - Thanks so much for sharing that!! That's a great idea!

[ddavis860]

OK, now I love that CD photo holder! Thanks for posting!

[UP Disney]

I found this for a acrylic post-it holder (http://www.learn2stamp.com/projects/projects22.shtml). Not sure if it is the same as the original poster made.

[UP Disney]

I thought this was a unique idea too. A friend of mine had girls make these at Girl Scout Camp. Some of the adults ended up making them as well. They turned out really cute. She bought Disney cards at the Dollar Store. She also bought some Disney puzzles and used the completed puzzle for the front and back as well. I want to make one of these as well.

Clear Duct Tape Card Purse (http://www.craftbits.com/viewProject.do?projectID=905)

[*NikkiBell*]

*NikkiBell* - Do you have a photo you could share? I'm not getting how the acrylic frame becomes the Post-It holder. :confused3 I'm a little slow this morning. ;)

UP Disney - Thanks so much for sharing that!! That's a great idea!

Sorry this took so long! ;)

I found an example and directions on the web. I hope this helps! :goodvibes

http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/resources/acrylicpostitnoteholder.php

[BernardandMissBianca]

I found this for a acrylic post-it holder (http://www.learn2stamp.com/projects/projects22.shtml). Not sure if it is the same as the original poster made.

That is soooo cute!

[morgansmom2000]

I made a bunch of these for Teacher Appreciation week and made more to "sell" at the Relay for Life in June. The teachers loved them!

[morgansmom2000]

I can't find the photo, but I also made one with a 5x7 frame that has a calendar. It really came out cute!

[articia13]

This is really cute. Im gonna try this.

[debsays]

do you really need the card making supplies or could you improvise with the "Just A Note" Tag on top ? ? ?

[debsays]

Another silly question. (L) How do you get the post it pad to stay on. Do you take the back sheet off and stick it on, do you glue it, etc. ? ? ?

[BernardandMissBianca]

do you really need the card making supplies or could you improvise with the "Just A Note" Tag on top ? ? ?

I think you can.

Another silly question. (L) How do you get the post it pad to stay on. Do you take the back sheet off and stick it on, do you glue it, etc. ? ? ?

It looks like it was just stuck in with the last post it. Not sure how well it would hold up. Make sure you use the regular post it's though, not the accordion ones.

[debsays]

So did you end up gluing the post it pad on the frame? I think I'd like to make a few for co-workers for the holidays. Wouldn't it be neat to make them for gifts with photos of the person,etc.

[BernardandMissBianca]

I never ended up making any. I hope to try again this year, maybe for Xmas for the teachers.

[debsays]

I'm going to try to make one this weekend. However, not exactly certain how I'm going to adhere the post it note pad on. I'm thinking maybe even make like a pocket to slide the post-it's in and glue the pocket on. ? ? ? Will have to play with that one.

[debsays]

I went to AC Moore Craft Store & More and picked up some scrapbooking card stock for them. They also had some Mickey sheets and I got one of those too. So I'm gathering my supplies so I can make a few this weekend. I'll let you know how they come out. So far it seems VERY easy to make. Still figuring how to get the post it to stick. I may use a glue gun ? ? ?

[disneyfan2]

i would love to see more ideas. Something that 9yr old could make for gifts would be awesome!!!

[debsays]

I ended up making 20 of the post it note holders. Also made some bookmarks with beads. They have them at Borders and they're called Book Thongs. (L) I make about 40 of those. Both items were very easy and SO much fun to make. I wish I knew how to post photos on here because I would post them. If someone would like to PM me and tell me how too I will.

[disneyfan2]

I ended up making 20 of the post it note holders. Also made some bookmarks with beads. They have them at Borders and they're called Book Thongs. (L) I make about 40 of those. Both items were very easy and SO much fun to make. I wish I knew how to post photos on here because I would post them. If someone would like to PM me and tell me how too I will.


I think you need to upload them to a free photo acct like Photobucket etc., then you copy the url info down. then when you reply to an emailm, there is a liste of items above the box, where the fonts, B I U things listed, and you click on the envelop with the flap folded up. A box will open up and you insert the URL info. I click preview first to make sure it works,

[Teacher03]

Wow, great projects! I know what I will be doing this weekend! I'm a teacher, and I am always looking for ideas to make for the other teachers for Christmas. I love the post it frame, and I can't wait to get started on the CD case cube. Thanks everyone!

[Nie0214]

Thanks! I'm going to take a stab at making one or two of these this weekend for a friend.

[stampin_fool]

From someone who crafts for a living, I would suggest checking out www.splitcoaststampers.com. They have so many ideas, instructions, etc.. to choose from. It is a wonderful resource for any crafter, scrapbooker and stamper.

Ronda

[Nie0214]

This is my second attempt at the Post-It craft. Second attempt stamping/scrap-book papering etc. anything. It was fun, and I wish I knew the basics of stamping and stuff because I might just do it more! I permanent-markered the snowflakes right on the frame for a 3-Dish look.

Blurry picture:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v11/geekydork/Post2-01.jpg

[stampin_fool]

Nie0214, if you have any particular questions, please feel free to ask or pm me and I will give you a hand, instructions or suggestions of what to do.

Ronda