Sunday, November 13, 2011

A Tile Transformed

Here's a quick, easy and inexpensive project that would make a wonderful Christmas (or anytime) gift. Go to Lowes, Home Depot, or any home improvement store and buy some ceramic tiles. I chose the 6 x 6 size for this project. They come in several different textures and colors. I chose the Rialto White. It's really more of an off white color and this particular tile has a lot of texture which I love. I can't remember the exact cost of these tiles, but I believe there were around eighty cents each. Definitely less than a dollar!!



Next, I gathered together the rest of my supplies. I used scrapbooking stickers. I found some really nice scripture verses which have a clear back ground. Perfect for this project. I also used some black swirly stickers with a touch of silver "bling" to accent my verses. Then I found some old jewelry charms, some black ribbon for trim, and I also used some black felt to cover the back of my tile. You don't have to use the felt, but I feel it gives the piece a more professional, finished look.







Now comes the fun part! Using your imagination, place your stickers how you want them on your tile, then using ribbon and a hot glue gun, attach your charms. To finish off your piece, glue some black ribbon all around the edge of your tile and glue a piece of black felt, cut to fit, on the back. That's it!! A beautiful, elegant piece of art for mere pennies!! Although I chose to go with a religious theme for most of my pieces, the possiblitlies are endless. And with the wide range of scrapbook stickers available, you can make yours look however you want them to. I also purchased a nice scroll look easel at Wal Mart for around four dollars to display mine on. So for less than ten dollars, you have the perfect Christmas gift that didn't break the bank! Gotta love that! Here's a few of my finished pieces:




I'll be sharing this idea with some of the linky parties listed at the bottom of my blog. Please be sure to visit these wonderful blogs to get endless inspiration!

Until next time. . .

14 comments:

  1. That is a really neat idea, and yes would make an awesome gift!

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  2. O'Donna they are beautiful and would make for a lovely gift. Am I on your Christmas list....LOL!!! Hope all is going well.

    Have a Blessed Sunday,
    Gail

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  3. Very pretty, and such a great idea. Just in time for Christmas! Thanks a bunch for sharing.

    Hugs,
    Pam

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  4. Oh my, how adorable!!!! LOVE that idea, and what a unique gift that would make!!!

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  5. Donna, these are so creative! I love this idea!! These really would make great gifts. Thanks so much for sharing! I definitely want to try this!

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  6. Donna this is a great idea! I have been wanting an inspirational type sign to put on my foyer table for awhile now. I can't seem to find the size and words that I like either. I've never thought of making my own. I love the sticker idea for graphics. You have opened up a world of possibilities for me now! Thanks!

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  7. Hey Donna, I love your scripture tiles...they turned out amazing! So creative!
    I was wondering if you could email me your address...

    poptarts03@yahoo.com
    I would like to send you something ~thanks!

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  8. Hi Donna, these are really lovely. You did a great job. Thanks so much for sharing. I have recently found your blog and am now following you, and will visit often. Please stop by my blog and perhaps you would like to follow me also. Have a wonderful day. Hugs, Chris

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  9. Thanks so much for stopping by Donna and your sweet comment on painting my cabinets white!
    I love your insprirational tile signs they would make great gifts!

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  10. What an awesome Idea! They look so classic, just beautiful!

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  11. Love that idea Donna! I may have to give it a whirl! Yours turned out beautifully!
    Thanks for stopping by..... I always love hearing from you and I so hope it will be a Happy Thanksgiving at your house!
    Thinking of you and your family,
    Hugs,
    Cindy

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  12. What a fabulous idea!!! THanks for the great inspiration. On another note, I've been away from blogging for quite some time and am just now catching up. I just read your last post and I'm so glad that things are looking up for you. I can't imagine how hard it must be for you to get up so early and face such a long day. You are a great example to us all.
    xoxo,
    Kim

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  13. What a great gift idea. Not only for Christmas, but for all year. Thanks for posting it.

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