Decorate a Tip Jar with StyleTech Craft Vinyl

Do you save up money to take a special trip, buy gifts, etc.?  My son-in-law likes to drive Uber and Lyft on the week-ends and I thought this would be a fun gift for his recent birthday!  The jar is decorated with the different suits of a deck of cards with a money sign on the lid.  I printed out 32 tips for a good life and attached them with washi tape to 32 $1.00 bills (the number of his years) for seed money in his jar.

Read on to see how I did it!

Materials:

• Styletech Craft Vinyl:  Ultra Metallic:  Green 131, Black 128, Gold 127, Red 129
• Styletech Craft Vinyl Tape:  Ultra Metallic:  Gold, 1/2"
• Styletech release paper
• Jar:  clear glass 4-1/2" wide x 5-1/2" tall square with lid
• rubber scraper; pic tool
• Die-cut machine, shapes:  diamond, clover, heart, club, circle, square, alphabet letters, dollar sign
• Adhesive rhinestone and faux metallic pearls
• scissors
• measuring tool such as a ruler

Directions:

1. Set up your die cut machine to cut vinyl.  Measure the flat surface of one side of the square jar and cut out one square to fit that size.  Apply the release paper to the top of the colored vinyl, covering the cuts. 
2. Weed the vinyl and white release paper from the Styletech release paper. (If you are new to applying vinyl; there are many videos on youtube that show tutorials to educate you on weeding vinyl.)   Apply the vinyl (adhesive side) to the side panel of the jar, smoothing out all of the air bubbles.  Use a straight pin to lightly prick an air bubble if you can't get rid of it with the rubber scraper.  Repeat with the red heart and diamond and the black club and spade for the other sides of the jar.
3. Measure the top of the lid.  Cut a circle to fit the lid.  Apply release paper, weed out the excess vinyl and the white release paper.  Apply the circle to the top of the lid as for the sides of the jar. (See view #1)
4. Cut out the dollar sign from the green vinyl.  I cut the dollar sign shown here at 3".  If you are using a different size jar lid; measure to get the right size.
5. Cut out alphabet letters at 3/4" from black vinyl to spell "Tips".  Apply letters and dollar sign as for steps #1 and #2.  Use the rubber scraper to release any air bubbles.
6. Finish:  Embellish the jar using the faux adhesive pearls and rhinestones.  Apply the gold vinyl tape around the sides of the jar lid.  If you can't find the tape; use the paper trimmer to cut a strip of vinyl to apply instead.
7. Refer to the photos shown below which portrays each side of the jar.

View #1

View #2

View #3

View #4

BONUS

Money & Tips!  I googled "tips for a good life" and found some good advice given in numbered tips.  I copied and pasted into a word document and made the font the size I needed....about size 14.  

Space between the numbered tips so that they can be cut out individually.  I used a paper trimmer to cut and a scissors to trim any excess paper.  I attached one tip to one dollar bill with a piece of Washi tape.  Repeat for each of the tips.  I used 32 tips and bills for the number of years the birthday recipient was celebrating!

Thanks for visiting the blog today.  

Take time to enjoy the small blessings along the way and,

Live Life with a Flourish!

Marilyn

Disclaimer:

I receive free product in exchange

for my creativityin this blog.

Treasure to Trash! What??

I decided the other day that my trash can in the studio just wasn't right for my decor.  I took a trip to a local thrift shop and came home with a couple of treasures.  This pail was one of them!  I pulled out my vinyl and created the perfect trash can for my space!

I had to doll it up with some Spring florals for Easter!

To make the trash pail you'll need:

• Styletech Craft Vinyl Sheets: Transparent Glitter; Black #499TG, Dark Gray#497TG; Transfer Tape
• Diecut machine
• Dies for letters and numbers
• Pail:  11" tall x 12" wide (at top); 1 pre-painted
• 3/8" ribbon (holes were in pail where bale wire would go); two 12" pieces
• Scissors

Directions:

1. Clean the surface of the pail.  If you find a good one that needs a paint job first; a good acrylic spray paint will work nicely.
2. Choosing the right size for your letters and numbering:  Make sure to get the right size by cutting your font and numbers from regular paper or cardstock before cutting from the vinyl.
3. Adjust the pressure on your die cut machine to accommodate vinyl.  If this is your first time using vinyl; I would suggest a good youtube training video on how to use the transfer paper and "weed" the vinyl that won't be used.  Here is a video that I found helpful:  youtube tutorial for working with vinyl

4.  Position and transfer the letters, numbers and design to the surface of the pail. Rub over the letters to adhere and remove any air bubbles.  Make sure the vinyl is well attached before removing the transfer paper.

Now the File 13 is ready to go!  I would suggest adding a liner bag to keep your trash can clean!  

Enjoy!

Sources for Styletechcraft vinyl:  

st- ATSM Craft your contact will be Peggy Suddath. Website is www. ATSM CRAFT she services FL, GA, SC, MS, AL.

Next we have Denver Sign Supply they service the westcoast. Contact number 225-654-3693 website: www.Vinyl&Crafts.com

Lastly we have Mid South Crafting they service the east coast. Their website is www.midsouthcrafting.com 615-462-5918

Personalize a Step Stool and more!

Hi friends!  I am learning how to use adhesive vinyl sheets. Personalizing and decorating  multiple surfaces is fun!  

I am using the polished metal vinyl by Styletech Craft.  They have many exciting vinyls and a color for every kind of project!

Today I decided to personalize my studio step stool. This item has had a way of growing legs and walking away.  There won't be any doubts now about who it belongs to and where it should reside!  I could probably have stopped after applying the word "studio", but I wanted to do more!

Read on and I will tell you how I did it!

Materials I used:

Tape Technologies (Styletech Crafts) Vinyl:  Ruby #435HM; Silver #493HM

Step Stool:  Collapsible black step stool with white polka dots on top

Transfer Tape

Pick Tool: For weeding vinyl

Scissors

Die-cut Machine

Dies or download:  Fonts for alphabet letters

Rubbing alcohol

Cotton balls

Instructions:

1.  Gather the supplies.  Check the width and height of the area you are applying vinyl to.  Make sure your cut vinyl will fit in the chosen area.  Wipe the surface clean with rubbing alcohol using the cotton ball.  It doesn't hurt to pre-cut your letters on regular paper to make sure you are getting the correct size before cutting your vinyl.

2.  Cut a piece of transfer tape to fit over the top (right side) of the vinyl.  Smooth the transfer tape over the vinyl.  Use the Pick Tool to weed the release paper and vinyl away from the main design. There are many videos online if you have not done this step before.  After you weed the unwanted vinyl, you will place the sticky side down on the prepared surface and smooth it in place.  Remove any air bubbles and carefully remove the transfer paper. Your beautiful design should be revealed.

 I hope you got some inspiration here today.  This is what I would consider a beginners project.  This craft can be addictive so be warned!

BONUS!

In the spirit of Valentine's Day, here is another idea!  A bottle decorated with vinyl!

Make sure to take time to enjoy the small blessings along the way and;

Live Life with a Flourish!

Marilyn

I have rec'd complimentary product in exchange

for sharing my creativity on this blog.

DIY Shaker Valentine with Styletechcraft Vinyl

Would you agree that homemade Valentines are the best kind?

I think they are and want to show a technique that has a lot of possibilities!

In gathering my supplies; I got my cardstock, adhesive vinyls, adhesives, punches, die-cut machine and some acetate.  The acetate comes comes in clear sheets in an office supply or craft store.  Sometimes you will find it as a memory paper with designs in it, but I used clear for this shaker card. Styletechcraft vinyls are available on Amazon and this link.  To order click here

The fun compenent to this card are adhesive vinyl sheets that I used to decorate the front of the card.  The vinyl was die-cut and adhered to the acetate on the front of the card.

Here is what you will need:

StyleTechcraft Vinyl:  Ultra FX:  Stardust and Galaxy

Transfer paper

Cardstock:  red

Acetate:  clear

Adhesives:  tacky glue, 3-D tape, tape runner

Paper trimmer

Die-cut machine

Punches

Dies:  hearts, frame, alphabet letters (L and Love)

Embellishments:  washi tape, paper doily, rhinestone  (your choice)

Photograph (I printed one out in the size I wanted.)

Directions:

Gather all of the components for your card and assemble.  I used half of a paper doily, some washi tape and 4 graduated sizes and colors of die-cut hearts.  I punched out the small hearts for confetti.

Cut out the 5" x 7" frame which will become the front panel of the card.  Center and adhere the frame to the acetate.

Before assembling; cut out the vinyl letters and adhere to the 5" x 7" rectangle of acetate.  The internet has many videos, showing how to cut out and apply vinyl.  Google "how to apply adhesive craft vinyl".

Apply the picture to the front of the card.  See the photo below to show how to apply the front panel.

Turn the front panel to it's wrong side.  Remove the release paper from the 3-D tape.  

Put the punched hearts in the window.  Center and adhere the front panel to the front of the card.

This is how the front of the card should appear.  The first picture on the blog shows the card without the paper doily for those who think less is more!  I was experimenting as I designed this card.  I will make more and tweak the card to look exactly like I want it to.

Hope you got some inspiration here today!  I am going to get busy with my Valentine making.  Hope you will too!  There is no better way to show our love.

Make sure to take the time to enjoy the small blessings along the way and

Live Life with a Flourish!

Marilyn

I have rec'd complimentary product

in exchange for my creativity on this blog.

"Believe" Shadow Box - Christmas Decor

The holidays are upon us!  I have had a shadowbox frame in my stash for a long time  I decided to take it out and turn it into some Christmas decor this year.  The project I came up with is very quick and easy and looks magical!  Read on to see just what I did.....

You will need:

Styletechcraft Vinyl:  Polished Metal, Red

Transfer paper

Weeding tool

Shadow box: 8" x 10"; (I painted mine black)

Sisal trees

Memory paper and embellishments

Glitter:  white

Glue

Paper trimmer

Die-cut machine

Directions:

1.  Take the shadow box apart.  Make sure the glass is clean.  Paint the frame if desired.

2.  Cut the memory paper to fit in the back of the shadowbox frame.  Adhere.

3.  Glue the sisal trees to the bottom of the shadow box.  Sprinkle generously with glitter.  Remove most of the excess, but leave some for effect. Adhere the wreath and small embellishments to the memory paper.

4.  Cut out the word Believe on the die-cut machine.  I set the size at 1" which is the height.  Apply the transfer paper and pick out the part of the design you won't be using.  This is called "weeding".

Adhere the sentiment to the inner frame as shown. Remove the transfer paper.

5.  Replace all of the layers of the frame.  Box, inner frame, glass and top frame.  Now it is ready to show off!

Thank you for taking time for the blog today.  I hope you are inspired to go forth and create your own special holiday decor!

Make sure to take the time to enjoy the small blessings along the way and

Live Life with a Flourish!

Marilyn

I receive complimentary product in exchange

for my creativity on this blog.

Decorate a Christmas serving plate and candle holder with Tape Technologies

Need some quick and easy ideas for the Holidays?  With the help of Tape Technologies vinyl I have created some Christmas decor that I am proud to show off!  Read on and I will tell you how I did it!

I purchased an inexpensive ivy bowl and picked up the platter at a second-hand store.  

You will also need:

Tape Technologies vinyl:  Red and Green Polished Metal (Styletechcraft)

9" square opalescent plate with hobnail type trim  (or other similar find!)

Ivy bowl

Tea light'

Paper Trimmer

Die Cut machine

Instructions:

Clean and dry the glass thoroughly.

Cut 1/2" strips from the red vinyl with the paper trimmer.  Cut 1/2" increments from the 1/2" x 12" strip.  Set the 1/2" squares aside.

Remove the release paper from the back of one square.  Center and adhere to one corner of the platter. Repeat on the opposite side. Adhere a square next to the first square and repeat on each side; working towards the middle.  Repeat for the other 3 sides.

The plate should look like the photo below when you are finished.

Cut out holly leaves and berries using the die-cut machine.  If you don't have a die-cut machine, trace the pattern on the wrong side of the vinyl (on the release paper) and cut out. Remove the release paper, arrange and adhere the vinyl to the surface removing any air bubbles.  Place the tea light in the ivy bowl to finish.  You can further embellish the ivy bowl with a pretty bow around the neck if you like!

Thank you for stopping by the blog today.  Feel free to leave any questions or comments in the comment box below.  I like hearing from you!

Make sure to enjoy the small blessings along the way and,

Live Life with a Flourish!

Marilyn

*Note: You can find the Tape Technologies vinyl on Amazon under the name Styletechcrafts.

Enjoy!

I receive complimentary product

in exchange for my creativity on this blog.