June 21, 2012

Diaper Box Raffia Ampersand

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(Yup, I made that from a diaper box.)

Have you ever seen an ampersand - the and symbol - amongst the other letters and numbers for sale at craft stores? I've looked, but haven't been able to find one. 

We have an upcoming wedding to attend, and I wanted to give a small handcrafted gift in addition to the wedding cash we typically give. I never intended for this to become a diaper box craft, but after I struggled to find a pre-made ampersand, I figured I could just make one myself. 

I used raffia string to wrap my because the natural color and texture matched the style of several items on their gift registry. I only needed a handful of raffia strands from my large dollar store pack, thus the entire project cost only pennies to create. 

Wouldn't this also be cute in a baby's room? This would be an especially economical choice if mounting the entire alphabet, since the pre-made letters can get a little pricey when buying that many.

Here is how I made mine:
1. Print desired symbol or letter as large as possible
2. Use a light coat of spray adhesive to attach paper to box.
3. Cut with box knife (the craft knife blade was too short)
4. Wrap as desired.
5. Enjoy!




I was so happy with the raffia ampersand, that I made a second one to keep for myself! 




Have a great weekend everybody!
Mischele

Linking: Shine On Fridays, Happy Hour Projects, Bear Rabbit Bear, Craftionary, Tatertots and Jello, Craft-O-Maniac, Lines Across, Sumo's Sweet Stuff, DebbieDoos Newbie Party, Sew Many Ways, Sugar Bee Crafts, The Kurtz Corner, Uncommon

22 comments:

  1. This is sooo cute! Visiting from Sew Many Ways

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  2. Great Project I came from one artsy mommas link up I am gonna take this idea and use something different thanks for the inspiration.
    RaNae

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  3. So simple! I love it! It turned out sooo great and who would have thought it was cardboard underneath. Very fun and creative idea. I want to give this a try in the near future!

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  4. cute. I am about to pin it for inspiration.

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  5. Love it! I love how you wrapped the & sign in raffia. Looks great on your shelf. Stopping by from Debbidoos.

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  6. Very cute craft idea. Thanks for sharing with the newbie party. Could you please add my link to the newbie party as well...thanks.

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  7. I like this idea for using raffia. It would be cute in other colors too! Thank you for sharing this super cute project! Met you through Debbiedoo's party. :)

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  8. there is nothing a box of diapers can't do!!! Mama of 3

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  9. I totally love an awesome craft you can create for just pennies! So glad I found your link on Debbiedoo's party!

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  10. This is really cute and doable. It makes me think I can even do a few letters and make a J&J signs :)
    Thanks for sharing and I am following you now.
    Jillian
    http://puzzlemecomplete.blogspot.com/

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  11. You are very creative. I love how simple it is, but it turns out looking so nice. I was thinking that this was something I could do in my daughter rooms with their initials. Nice tutorial.

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  12. What a great craft. I love projects that you can make with things you have already. It turned out great! I can't believe that was from a diaper box.

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  14. REALLY? A DIAPER BOX? Kudos to you! This is so cool and I am totally gonna attempt this! I love this kinda stuff:)) I am sure your friend will love it!
    Visiting from the newbie party!!
    NELLY
    dginnovations.gmail.com
    :))

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  15. Love it! I am a huge ampersand fan too, I think I figured out what I am doing today. :)

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  16. That is super cute! I love ampersands too - might have to make one of those! Mine won't be out of a diaper box though - those days are long gone around here! My 'baby' turns 7 in november - gulp.

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  17. This is adorable! I'm going to attempt making one of my own.... :) Would love for you to share it with my readers at my linky party! http://stringtownhome.blogspot.com/2012/06/tips-tricks_25.html

    Have a great week!

    Your newest follower,
    Heather

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  18. Such Creativity-thanks for participating in Tips/Trcks Tuesday with Heather and Me/will follow you
    Jonell
    Like Grammas House blog

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  19. Ooh, I love the texture on this and how great that you made it yourself. I bought a metal one at Target on clearance and it was still pricey, but I love ampersands and had to have it and it is happily adorning my front windowsill and is seen in many shots on my blog. Too bad I didn't wait and learn this great idea from you first!
    Liz

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    1. Also wanted to let you know I'm your newest follower. Hope you'll stop over and visit me sometime and do the same!
      Liz

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