Homemade FE Gifts Photo Thread

[dolphingirl47]

I've been enjoying reading this thread, and now that my cruise is over I can finally share the "crafty" portion of my FE exchange...

I painted wooden frames and then applied stickers to them; because I get bored rather easily (and because I didn't know what would work), I decided to make each a "one of a kind" unique creation. I'd never done anything like this before, although I used some similar design techniques to what I used working on my first scrapbook which documented my 2009 Disney trip.

I also designed an insert to put in it, and used that as a basis for printing out magnets as another part of my FE gift. Additionally, I gave out gift bags of misc goodies- 1 per child, or 1 per cabin if there were no children in the cabin.

The frames are absolutely amazing.

Corinna

 

[nejjie]

I've been enjoying reading this thread, and now that my cruise is over I can finally share the "crafty" portion of my FE exchange...

I painted wooden frames and then applied stickers to them; because I get bored rather easily (and because I didn't know what would work), I decided to make each a "one of a kind" unique creation. I'd never done anything like this before, although I used some similar design techniques to what I used working on my first scrapbook which documented my 2009 Disney trip.

I also designed an insert to put in it, and used that as a basis for printing out magnets as another part of my FE gift. Additionally, I gave out gift bags of misc goodies- 1 per child, or 1 per cabin if there were no children in the cabin.

WOW! When is your next cruise date? I want to cruise with you! lol.. great gifts!!

 

[robin19871]

I've been enjoying reading this thread, and now that my cruise is over I can finally share the "crafty" portion of my FE exchange...

I painted wooden frames and then applied stickers to them; because I get bored rather easily (and because I didn't know what would work), I decided to make each a "one of a kind" unique creation. I'd never done anything like this before, although I used some similar design techniques to what I used working on my first scrapbook which documented my 2009 Disney trip.

I also designed an insert to put in it, and used that as a basis for printing out magnets as another part of my FE gift. Additionally, I gave out gift bags of misc goodies- 1 per child, or 1 per cabin if there were no children in the cabin.

Awesome Job.. I wish all FE gifts were something like this because it is so personal and something that I would cherish..

 

[BelleBway]

Thanks everyone for the great comments! It was a lot of fun working on them, though admittedly it took seemingly forever. Fortunately we had a small group. I kept a couple frames for myself, and gave ones to my mom (who wasn't on the cruise) and to my nieces (who came with me)

As far as FE gifts we received- candy was probably the biggest hit with my nieces who traveled with me. We ended up turning our ice bucket into a "communal candy bucket" But most of all, we really enjoyed coming back to the cabin and seeing new gifts- I still remember how excited we were when we saw our first gifts! Before we signed up, I'd asked the girls if they wanted to do the gift exchange, and they were very glad we did. So I'd recommend participating to anyone who isn't sure.

Also, my oldest niece augmented our already well-decorated door with signs she created in Edge. They loved the magnets I made- most of which I simply downloaded from Dis. Aside from the one I gave out, the only other one I designed had all the Disney cats interspersed with all of my cats plus all of their cats (including 3 that had passed away within the past couple yrs). It was sad when we had to take down all the decorations.

 

[wachnicki]

Love those frames! Great job.

 

[tinkmom2]

October 16th Cruisers please look away!
I got my molds for my earrings and the Fuwa clay. I have started putting on the hooks and jump rings. Check them out here:http://s902.photobucket.com/albums/ac226/tinkmom2/?action=view&current=006-1.jpg
http://s902.photobucket.com/albums/ac226/tinkmom2/?action=view&current=005-1.jpg

 

[thesaurinis]

I've been enjoying reading this thread, and now that my cruise is over I can finally share the "crafty" portion of my FE exchange...

I painted wooden frames and then applied stickers to them; because I get bored rather easily (and because I didn't know what would work), I decided to make each a "one of a kind" unique creation. I'd never done anything like this before, although I used some similar design techniques to what I used working on my first scrapbook which documented my 2009 Disney trip.

I also designed an insert to put in it, and used that as a basis for printing out magnets as another part of my FE gift. Additionally, I gave out gift bags of misc goodies- 1 per child, or 1 per cabin if there were no children in the cabin.

Those are beautiful. I wouldn't mind 1 myself. I was thinking of doing a picture frame for our cruise next month but couldn't decide for sure. Now I know I am going to attempt it. After you painted your frame how did you get the glossy look to it? Did you put your stickers down then a coating over it all? I have the cricut cutting machine so I can put all sorts of Disney characters on ours. Thanks for any tips.

 

[swx72]

October 16th Cruisers please look away!
I got my molds for my earrings and the Fuwa clay. I have started putting on the hooks and jump rings. Check them out here:http://s902.photobucket.com/albums/ac226/tinkmom2/?action=view&current=006-1.jpg
http://s902.photobucket.com/albums/ac226/tinkmom2/?action=view&current=005-1.jpg

These look great. Wish I were on your cruise.

 

[BelleBway]

Those are beautiful. I wouldn't mind 1 myself. I was thinking of doing a picture frame for our cruise next month but couldn't decide for sure. Now I know I am going to attempt it. After you painted your frame how did you get the glossy look to it? Did you put your stickers down then a coating over it all? I have the cricut cutting machine so I can put all sorts of Disney characters on ours. Thanks for any tips.

This is what I did for the most part... mind you, I've never done anything like this before so I am not sure it's the best technique...

1. Painted the frames with 2-3 coats of paint (I used masking tape to delineate where the lines should end and worked with one color area at a time) The idea was to try to approximate the coloring of the ship.
2. Fine tuned the painting if some of the lines ended up wonky or if I missed some edges
3. Added 2 coats of acrylic gloss (<- I think that's what it's called)
4. Applied stickers
5. Added about 2 coats of Mod Podge (glossy) (*before this step, I also used Mod Podge to get some of the more stubborn stickers to stay on better)

The one tricky thing is that when I first tried to put my inserts in the frames, they wouldn't stay nicely at all. So I ended up buying an additional set of frames just to raid for the glass/cardboard backing and then it worked like a charm.

 

[Disneytwinsmom]

Working on gifts today. Looks like we have about 23 cabins so, some are getting towels, some are getting ornaments and everyone is getting first aid kits. Numerous kid friendly items are bought however; not pictured as these are the main gifts. This is not the actual ornaments as I could not get it to photograph properly. It says on it.....I walked with you, Once upon a Dream on top. Bottom...Disney Dream 10-2 to 10-6-2011. I really hope these photos are the right size...I followed the sticky

Thoughts? I hope everyone likes them

Too cute! I love the ornament!

 

[goofystitchfan]

October 16th Cruisers please look away!
I got my molds for my earrings and the Fuwa clay. I have started putting on the hooks and jump rings. Check them out here:http://s902.photobucket.com/albums/ac226/tinkmom2/?action=view&current=006-1.jpg
http://s902.photobucket.com/albums/ac226/tinkmom2/?action=view&current=005-1.jpg

These are sooo cute! 'em.

 

[tinkmom2]

These are sooo cute! 'em.

Thanks! Now I know why they call them "jump" rings. I have more on the floor than I do on the earrings! I have to go see Jo Ann, I mean Jo Ann Fabrics today again I am out of the fish hooks for the earrings.

 

[Twinprincesses]

Your picture frames put mine to SHAME!! LOL.

 

[DisneyMom70]

I FINALLY made it through the whole thread. There are some really great ideas, and I have been inspired for our FE next June on the Fantasy. I am not sure if I will post it as I have already seen a a fellow dis-cruiser on this thread.

Now I just need to get motivated, step away from the computer , and start working.

 

[HermanTriplets+1]

Thanks! Now I know why they call them "jump" rings. I have more on the floor than I do on the earrings! I have to go see Jo Ann, I mean Jo Ann Fabrics today again I am out of the fish hooks for the earrings.

Great!!
How big are they?
Did you do the "waffle" and then paint it? Or is it two different molds?

 

[tinkmom2]

Great!!
How big are they?
Did you do the "waffle" and then paint it? Or is it two different molds?

I used Fuwa clay I bough off ebay. It was already that color. There is a darker brown for the chocolate ones but I thought you wouldn't be able to see the features. I took a pic of the earrings next to a quarter so you can see the size. I finished them by spraying them with matte clear coat. The only thing is they are really light weight (almost foamy) but I couldn't attach a bead to them like I wanted. The molds are off etsy from a seller moldivate.
http://i902.photobucket.com/albums/ac226/tinkmom2/008.jpg
http://i902.photobucket.com/albums/ac226/tinkmom2/007-1.jpg

 

[MemphisMickey]

let's see some gifts, just booked a cruise for this Novermber looking for ideas for my gifts

 

[pjstevens]

let's see some gifts, just booked a cruise for this Novermber looking for ideas for my gifts

The best thing to do is start at the beginning of this thread (or anywhere in between) and check out the many, many photos of the wonderful ideas people have. I got my idea here for our cruise in 2008 and again for the cruise we are taking next week.

Good luck! You are going to find SO MANY great ideas!!!! Try not to stress about it either.

 

[sullins5]

let's see some gifts, just booked a cruise for this Novermber looking for ideas for my gifts

Hey Neighbor! We're in Southaven! It's a shame your going in November...we're going in October! There's lots of great pics for sure, just jump in anywhere and you're bound to get ideas!

 

[sullins5]

There is a thread that tells exactly how to ship to the ship. It gives the address as well as the weight and size limits. It is wonderful because when we got to our cabins there were the packages. You are limited to one package per cabin, but I had 2 pkgs so one went to DS cabin. It worked great. My items were even breakable, but only a couple of little shells broke!

So glad to know you got both your boxes and that all were fine! I'm having to ship down 3 boxes and I have to admit, I'm a tad nervous about them! And yes, we have 3 rooms! Can I ask how far in advance you mailed them? We leave Oct 8, so I was thinking about mailing them out about 10 days ahead of time. Any suggestions?