I took photographs to create step by step instructions. However, they are no where to be found. I downloaded at the same time I downloaded by hydrangea pictures from my previous blog. It's a mystery to me!
So, quickly, this is what I did if you are interested:
My materials were:
Scrap 2 x 4
Scrap scrap paper
Black Paint
Black Chalkboard Paint
Chalk
Photos
I first cut my 'books' to 3 sizes I thought would be proportionate to where they are going. I then cut 3 more blocks to stack to put the photos on.
After I cut the blocks, I printed my book 'titles' on scrapbook paper.
I then cut my paper down to fit each block and decoupaged it onto the block.
Once dry, I sanded the edges of all the blocks a bit. Then I applied antiquing polish by Folkart. I let it sit for about a minute and then wiped it off. This really does age everything and stains the wood that became exposed from the sanding.
The 3 r's block, I painted black, and then spray painted the front with chalk board paint.
Once everything was dry, I glued it all in place using wood glue. I then used double stick foam pads to adhere the photos on top of the blocks. And used my sweet neighbors chalk to write my little message.
Ta Daaaa. It was that easy.
