I have a new granddaughter and while she is still a bit too young to help with crafting, I did want to have her make hand and footprints for me to use in a project. At 7 months old, she is always on the go so slathering her hands and feet in paint and getting the print before the paint went everywhere else was a chore! But, we got it accomplished.
My supplies included a large variety of pattern papers, embellishments, tags, etc. and most importantly, Helmar 450 Quick Dry!
Once I decided on the order, I began turning the prints into trees, Santa, etc by adding doodles or embellishments such as hats and a face. The 450 dries quick and clear making it the perfect glue for this.
The next step was to piece together each banner. I cut two pattern papers for each banner and added other strips and tags. I again used my 450 to glue all of the pieces together.
The finishing step was to add ribbon and ties. Don't you love how this turned out? I made three – one for my daughter, one for her mother in law and one for me. It will be a special keepsake to have for years to come!
This type of project is one you can get your kids involved in – especially if they are a bit older. And, it is a great way to use up those scraps and bits and pieces. Just be sure to use your Helmar 450 Quick Dry to glue it all together.
Thank you for stopping by to visit today! I hope I have inspired you to create a banner of your own. Please be sure to share your projects with us on Facebook!
Wishing each of a you a Happy Holiday Season!
