Meaningful Words Gift Ideas

Hi everybody! Kim here from My Kraft Kloset sharing a wonderful way to capture meaningful words that describe somebody special using these amazing antique silver pieces from Craft Fantastic.  With the holidays sneaking up on us, you maybe starting to think about special gifts you can make and these are very affordable. So, follow along as I show you a unique way to send a special message or express your feelings and capture them forever.

Let's get started...

1. Choosing from hundreds of Craft Fantastic images is always the hardest part. And usually you see my collage projects where I cut out 1-2 words, but for this project I chose to use a section of words already on the word collage sheet.

I made this necklace for my Aunt and these words were all very personal to me and very descriptive of her. But don't fret if it doesn't easily work out that way, you can certainly cut the words apart, group together, and glue onto another sheet and make a collage of something similar. 

2. I added a few drops of iridescent glitter glue to give it some sparkle. Allow time to dry so the glitter doesn't stick to your glass and obstruct your view of the words. Can you see the sparkles?

3. Once dry, add several drops of Glaze & Glue onto an XL Glass Round and place over the word image, and press gently for a few minutes until set. Wipe off any excess glue around the edges with a Q-tip. Allow a few minutes to dry.

4. Once dry, cut around the glass and cut out the word image. Next I chose a stunning XL antique silver tray to give it a classy timeless look.

I was going to add this small square image tray to this project too, which is why it's pictured here, but I changed my mind. Better to make too many choices than not enough. And I'll use it for another gift.

5. Adhere several Fantastic Super Sticky Dots to the tray, because you'll want to use more dots on the larger trays. Remove red sticky dot backings and place the glass word image in the tray. And press gently to set.

6. Repeat steps 3-5 above to create the letter "g" in this project, which reminds me of an old vintage typewriter text. Cool, right? Once dry, place glass letter image in this small, but very classy looking tray. And press gently to set.

7. Attach the silver angel wing charm with a small jump ring and pliers. And add all three pieces to a beautiful silver chain to complete.

These angel wings are one of my favorite charms. Aren't they beautiful? You've probably seen me use them on several of my projects. I just can't help it, they remind me of guardian angels watching over that special person. I just love them!

Voila! There you have an incredibly meaningful gift idea for that somebody special on your holiday gift giving list. I hope I've inspired you to use your words and spread kindness this Holiday Season and all year long!

Be sure to check out our *NEW* Designer Kits-of-the Month and get started early on a few custom gifts for all your upcoming special occasions. The possibilities are truly endless with these amazing Craft Fantastic products that help you personalize any project! Leave us a comment and tell us what you think or what your making and share with us.
Thanks for stopping by!

Kim Klinkovsky @mykraftkloset


Supplies Used:
COLLAGE WORDS all jeweler's glass
Typewriter mini & small glass sizes (the letter "g")
EXTRA LARGE ROUND PENDANT TRAY silver
X Large GLASS ROUND
SMALL ROUND PENDANT TRAY SILVER (letter "g")
SMALL GLASS ROUNDS
Wing Charm Antique Silver
Click to see All Charms
SMALL JUMP RINGS silver
24" Rolo Chain Silver Necklace
FANTASTIC GLAZE & GLUE 2 oz.
FANTASTIC SUPER STICKY DOTS
MULTI PURPOSE JEWELRY PLIERS
Qtips
Ranger Crystal Stickles Glitter Glue

Butterflies and Paris Retro Bracelet

Hi everybody! Kim here from My Kraft Kloset sharing a special gift that I made for my mother, because she loves color, flowers, butterflies,  and wanted something Paris inspired.  I think I delivered with the help of these gorgeous images and antique brass products which are on sale in the July Kit-of-the-Month from Craft Fantastic.  

Let’s get started: 

1.  Gather up all your supplies from these links: July Kit-of-the-Month, BRIGHT BUTTERFLIES mini & small glass, PARIS medium squares & circles, small, Fantastic Glaze & Glue, Fantastic Super Sticky Dots, and Q-tips.  

Optional: Retro Round Bracelet-Antique Brass

2.  Choose your images. That's the hardest part. All of these are just so stunningly beautiful and you want to use them all. But for this project I chose 4 butterflies and 4 Paris images to balance out the bracelet.  

3.  Next I chose this retro round bracelet kit in antique brass because it really gave the images a vintage look. Add a few Fantastic Glaze & Glue droplets onto the back of each glass round circle and place over each image.  Move your glass around to position your image, and add a little pressure to get any bubbles out.  Repeat. For a total of eight images. 

4. Once set, use a Q-tip to remove any excess glue around the edges of the glass. Cut around the glass and cut out each image.   

6. Add a Fantastic Super Sticky Dots to the bracelet tray, peel off red backing, place the glass into each of the trays, one by one, and press down to secure in place. 

Voila! A spectacular one of a kind handmade bracelet with a vintage retro look that I’m sure my mom is bragging about to all of her neighbors.  Thanks, Mom!

I hope I’ve inspired you to try a Monthly Kit and make all kinds of wonderful Craft Fantastic products, like the retro bracelet I made from the July Kit above. The possibilities are truly endless!   

Please leave us a comment and let us know what you think, we’d love to hear from you.  Thanks for stopping by!  

~Kim Klinkovsky @mykraftkloset

Design Team Member, Rina Meyers Shares an Exquisite Altered Box!

Today I am thrilled to share a gorgeous altered box project created by Design Team Member, Rina Meyers! If you are familiar with Rina's style you know she is a master of Shabby Chic design. In this project she uses lots of Craft Fantastic metal trays, glass, charms, and findings to add fabulous detail to her project. A unusual and inspiring way to use the Craft Fantastic products. Please check it out and be sure to subscribe to Rina's YouTube channel.