It’s been a long while since my last crafting tutorial, so I’m very pleased to be sharing this super easy (and I mean super easy) DIY hand-lettered doormat with y’all today!
Supplies
Plain Doormat (I got mine at Target, but you can also get them on Amazon)
I knew from the get-go that I wanted my doormat to say “hello” on it. Tons of other short words would be cute too like “hey” or “hi” or “love” or anything else really!
There are only a few steps to this project:
Decide on your word
Trace it out (if you’d like)
Paint your word
Go over your word with one more coat of paint
Let dry
After I decided on my word, I eyeballed my mat, and then started free-handing. Originally, I was going to trace out my word but then decided that it would be easier to just go for it.
If you would like to trace it out before you start, then I’d suggest using a Sharpie to do that. Write lightly and make sure that you cover your line completely with paint.
When painting your mat, keep in mind that your word doesn’t have to be made up of one fluid stroke. Mine is made up of hundreds (I don’t even think I’m exaggerating here) of tiny, short stokes back and forth.
Almost done!
After you’ve painted the basic lines and shape for your word, load your brush with paint, turn it sideways (like in the photo above) and continue to paint over your lines to darken them up a bit.
It’s much easier to create a dark line with your brush turned sideways. The doormat is very rough, so by loading your brush with paint and turning it sideways, you’re able to get lots of paint down in the cracks and crevices.
After darkening each letter on my mat, I stood up on a chair to create some distance from my mat. I found it so much easier to gauge the color density from far away than to gauge it from up close.
Once you’re happy with the look of your hand-lettered doormat, you’re all done! My paint recommended that you let it cure for 48-72 hours. To be safe (and because I’m a little lazy), I let mine dry for over a week. It would be pretty awful to put your doormat out early and then end up tracking wet paint through your house.
It’s better to be safe than sorry when it comes to drying times!
I hope y’all enjoyed this super easy hand-lettered doormat tutorial! You know how much I love crafting, so I hope to be back again soon with another fun project!
The next 365ish days present many opportunities for adventure and accomplishments. Nail down and mark off your activities for the year on this 2019 bucket list printable!
2019 Bucket List
I had quite a few big things on my bucket list in 2018 and am happy to say that I accomplished the majority of them! I haven’t quite decided what’s on my list for this year but plan to take some time over the next few days to figure them out.
Your 2019 bucket list doesn’t need to be limited to 10 things! You could print multiple lists for the year, or if you’re feeling really ambitious, you could use one list a month! It would be pretty cool if you participated in or accomplished 120 things in 2019!
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Whether you’re doing the “New Year, New You” thing or the “New Year, Same You” thing, this 2019 goals printable will help you make this year the best one yet!
2019 Goals Printable
I know, I know. We’re already a few weeks into the new year. Things have been busy and I totally forgot to make and share this printable earlier. One of my 2019 goals is to be more on top of things!
Aside from the goal above, I have a few other items on my list of things to accomplish in the next 365(ish) days! I have blog goals, life goals, and work goals I want to work toward. Over the next few days, I’m going to set aside some time to write down those goals and strategize on how I can accomplish them.
All my printables come with crop marks for easy cutting! For tips and tricks on trimming these down, check out this post.
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Following a busy gift-giving season comes thank you note season! This thank you note printable should keep you organized and on track following the all the holiday hustle and bustle!
Thank You Note Printable
I love giving and receiving gifts but am terrible at writing and sending thank you notes. I thank someone when they give me a gift and that’s that. I know it’s not proper manners, but I don’t usually think about sending a note after the fact.
I’m hoping this thank you note printable will inspire me (and you) to write our thank you notes this year! The printable is easy enough to use. All you have to do is write down the gift you received and who you received it from. Once you write and send your thank you, just check it off the list. Easy peasy lemon squeezy!
All my printables come with crop marks for easy cutting! For tips and tricks on trimming these down, check out this post.
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Three months have passed, so you know what that means — it’s time for my POPSUGAR Must Have Winter 2018 review! As always, POPSUGAR has done it again! I’ve received another box packed full of goodies!
POPSUGAR Must Have Winter 2018
Box Contents:
Whiskey in a Teacup by Reese Witherspoon
Uncommon James – 100% Handmade Cotton Fringe Throw
I learned about this book months ago. I had it in my Amazon cart and was about to preorder it when I got a POPSUGAR sneak peek that said we’d be getting it in the winter box.
This book is full of recipes, funny anecdotes, and life lessons from Reese. There’s one page about southern phrases and language that absolutely cracked me up!
If you’re looking for a great last-minute gift for someone in your life, this book is perfect! Grab it on Amazon and have it wrapped and ready to go in two days!
Uncommon James – 100% Handmade Cotton Fringe Throw – Retail Value $118
I run a little on the cold side, so I always keep a blanket or two or three in my living room! This one from Uncommon James is gorgeous and fits right in with my shabby chic decor! It’s nice and lightweight, which will be perfect for the spring and summer months.
Apotheke – Tobacco Blossom Candle – Retail Value $36
Candles are like blankets — they instantly make a room cozy! I have quite a large collection and am happy to add this one into the mix! It’s vanilla scented, which I don’t typically go for. However, I like it quite a bit!
Since it’s Christmastime, I’m burning my favorite cinnamon and clove scent. This candle is at the top of my list when the holiday season is over though!
If you watched my Instagram unboxing, then you know how excited I was to see this cutie in my box! If you didn’t catch my unboxing but you’ve been reading my blog for a while, then you can probably imagine how excited I was.
Kate Spade and calendars are two of my favorite things. Put the two together? I’m a total goner! I can’t wait to add this beauty to my desk in 2019!
If you’re looking for excellent gifts for your boss or colleagues this season, pick up a few of these! Nothing beats 2-day shipping on Amazon!
Melinda Maria Designs – Sabrina Pod Necklace – Retail Value $98
Classic and chic — I love the hammered details on this necklace. POPSUGAR sneak peeked this item as well and gave us the choice of gold or silver. I clearly picked gold!
I just got a black turtleneck that I’m pretty sure is going to look fantastic with it! This necklace is long enough that you can double it up for a shorter look or leave it as one loop if you’re looking for something a little longer.
As I’m sure you know by now, perfumes aren’t my thing. I’m a little sensitive to smell and can’t handle smelling myself all day.
However, this rollerball is gorgeous and I think it’d make a wonderful gift!
Winky Lux – Sugar Kitten Palette – Retail Value $25
Another thing I love besides Kate Spade and calendars? Eyeshadow palettes! I went a little crazy one summer in college and bought a ton of them. And by a ton, I mean at least ten!
While I love eyeshadow, I tend to stick to the same colors. Champagne shimmers and lighter neutrals are what I’m drawn to. So, I won’t be getting much use out of the glittery purple or bright pink shades in this palette. However, the other shades work very well for me!
Ellia – Jet Lag Essential Oil Roll-On – Special Extra
Essential oils are all the rage these days. So many of the people I follow on Instagram swear by them. Because of that, I was very excited to receive my own.
This essential oil is for jet lag. I don’t go on many trips that include time changes, so I’ve just been using it in the mornings when I need a little boost. Honestly, I haven’t noticed anything when I’ve used it. I’m going to do some research to see if this oil has some other benefits that I should be taking advantage of.
Over the years, I’ve received so many of this style eye mask. I don’t use them often but when I do, I always have a really hard time keeping them on my face. They always seem to slip and slide around!
Of the eye masks I’ve tried, I haven’t tested these ones yet. They’re gold, which is luxurious and fun! Maybe these will stay on my face much better than some of the others I’ve tried in the past. We will see!
Lumify – Redness Reliever Eye Drops – Special Extra
When I first got contacts back in seventh grade, I was told not to use redness drops. I’m a rule follower (most of the time), so I can’t bring myself to use these. I don’t suffer from red eyes anyway, so I’ll be finding a friend to give these to.
Another season. Another excellent POPSUGAR Must Have Winter 2018 box! This season’s box has a retail value of $385 plus the special extras. Wow! I’m always so impressed with the value and products packed in these boxes.
It was my goal this year to take advantage of all the Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales and get the majority of my Christmas shopping done early. I’m pleased to say that almost all my shopping is done, and all my gifts are logged on this handy gift tracker printable!
When buying gifts for 10+ people, it’s so much easier to keep everything straight when you write down each gift and its recipient. If I don’t write these things down, I get everything jumbled in my head and one friend ends up with four gifts while another only ends up with one!
Gift Tracker Printable
This time of year is hectic enough without the added confusion of buying presents for your friends, family, and coworkers. To make things easier, I’ve created this printable to help you keep everything straight!
All you have to do is write down the names of everyone you’d like to purchase a gift for and the idea you have for them. Once you’ve purchased the present, simply check the box. Once you’ve wrapped the gift, check the final box and you’re all done! Easy peasy!
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Black Friday and Cyber Monday are coming in hot and this online shopping tracker is just what you need to keep your purchases organized!
Black Friday isn’t even here yet, and I’ve already taken advantage of a few of the sales. You know what they say — the early bird gets the worm (or the best deal!)
Online Shopping Tracker
Over the last few years, I’ve become a HUGE online shopper. Probably 75% of the purchases I make are online, as I’m sure yours are too! It can be hard to keep track of every single order confirmation and shipping notification that comes along, so here’s an easy place to keep all that information.
After you make a purchase, write the date, store, and price on the tracker. When your shipping confirmation comes through, grab your pen and check the circle. Once your package has been received, check the last circle and start the process all over again!
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The crazy holiday season is officially upon us, and this thankful thoughts gratitude printable insert is just what you need to keep your priorities in check while hustling and bustling about!
Thankful Thoughts Gratitude Printable
The last few weeks and months of the year are always filled with fun but also a little craziness too! My hope is that this week’s freebie will help you slow down a bit and remember what’s really important and what you’re thankful for this Thanksgiving and throughout the holiday season.
If you’re the type of person who enjoys quiet time each morning, this would be a great printable to add to your daily routine. Take a few minutes to write down what it is that you’re thankful for whether that be your family, friends, new job, etc. Then, if you’re the praying type, write down your prayer requests. These requests don’t have to be for you, they could be for friends, family members or your community.
If you’re not the type to enjoy quiet time in the morning, you can fill out your insert on whatever day or time is convenient for you!
This printable could also be a fun activity to do with your kids. By having them fill out their own, they will learn that this time of year is about so much more than Santa, presents, and pie. Although those things are pretty great too!
All my printables come with crop marks for easy cutting! For tips and tricks on trimming these down, check out this post.
Just like with all my other printables, this thankful thoughts gratitude printable is for personal use only.Β You may not re-sell, re-distribute, or claim this work as your own.
When posting on the Internet, please give credit to Pink Bows & Twinkle Toes.Β Feel free to tag me (@pinkbowstwinkletoes) on Instagram or Facebook when posting my printables!Β I love seeing how youβre using them!
Fall is here (or so I hear!), so it’s time to start making memories! Check each item off this fall bucket list and you’re sure to have a season to remember!
This fall bucket list printable is a seasonal installment in my classic planner insert series. The classic series is made up of a lot of the PBTT A5 printables you know and love but revamped with a san serif font. I love the original brush script printables but wanted to offer something that would appeal to more planners. Thus the βclassic printableβ was born! Check back each month for new printables in the series.
Fall Bucket List
Pumpkin patches and pies and bonfires, oh my! The makings of the perfect fall can all be found here! If all the makings for your perfect fall aren’t on this checklist, I’ve left a few blanks for you to add your own fun and memorable to-dos!
I love fall! Fall won’t officially arrive in Florida for a little while longer, but it’s still fun to think about all the fun, fall activities that are ahead! Unfortunately, as a Floridian, I won’t be able to check watching the leaves change or going apple picking off my list this year. I hope to check those off in the years to come though!
What are you most looking forward to doing this fall? Leave a comment in the section below and let me know!
Are you looking for a regular to-do list and not a fall themed one? You can find that here!
All my printables come with crop marks for easy cutting! For tips and tricks on trimming these down, check out this post.
Just like with all my other printables, this fall bucket list printable is for personal use only.Β You may not re-sell, re-distribute, or claim this work as your own.
When posting on the Internet, please give credit to Pink Bows & Twinkle Toes.Β Feel free to tag me (@pinkbowstwinkletoes) on Instagram or Facebook when posting my printables!Β I love seeing how youβre using them!
Before we know it, fall will have come and gone, and we’ll be preparing for winter. I’m really loving these seasonal checklists, so you can bet I’ll have a winter one to share with you in a few months!
I love giving gifts, but I’m not so great at giving cards with them. I’m more focused on the gift itself (gifts are my love language after all) than I am on the card, so if you do happen to get one from me, consider yourself lucky! All that is soon to change though with this super easy DIY washi tape birthday card. With a few supplies and a few minutes, you can make the cutest candle card to accompany any celebratory gift!
Take one greeting card and set it down open side toward you.
Next, take one piece of washi and place it in the middle of your card about halfway up.
Once you have your tape where you want it, trim as close to the card as you can without cutting into the card. If you do accidentally cut into the card, that’s okay! I definitely did once or twice!
Continue placing and trimming tape until you reach the edge of the card.
I added my patterned tapes in random order, but you could do an alternating pattern or something like that if you’d like! That would be super cute!
When you reach the edge, you may notice that your last piece of tape extends beyond the side of the card.
If that’s the case, trim the bottom as usual and also trim the tape on the side.
Now that you have one side done, start adding tape “candles” in the other direction. As you’re adding tape, make sure to vary the height of each strip.
There’s no rhyme or reason to how I varied my tape height. I just kept shifting up and down.
When you get to the other edge, trim the excess tape off the bottom and the side just like before.
When you’re all done adding tape, your card should look something like this.
Take the yellow marker and begin adding teardrops (flames) above each candle. Leave a little bit of space between the bottom of each teardrop and the top of each candle.
Your card should look something like this when you finish with the teardrops.
Begin adding wicks to connect each candle with its flame.
Start a little below the center of each teardrop and draw a straight line down to the top of each candle. Be careful not to touch your black pen to the washi tape.
Work your way across the card until each candle has a wick.
Ta-da! Look how cute your candles are!
Now, you’re all set to add a message to your washi tape birthday card and give it to a friend!
