DIY Fourth of July Hand Print Shirt

I know it's only June 1 but July 4 is going to be here before we know it! Last year I found a cute idea on instagram and thought I'm sure I must have a white shirt laying around to do this with! I already had the shirt and the paint so it didn't cost me anything. So if you're looking for a super cute Fourth of July shirt, this is it!

Supplies: White shirt, red & blue paint (washable is best),
 and baby wipes for clean up.

I covered my son's highchair tray with a trash bag to prevent messes.

I used blue paint and his hand print for the stars
 and dipped his finger in the red paint for the stripes.

One awesome Fourth of July shirt
and great memories!

Wooden Christmas Wreath

I saw this in a Lowe's creative ideas magazine. It was a smaller version for ornaments but I loved it so much I set out to make it larger. I love this wreath because even thought I originally made it for Christmas, I keep it out all year long. It adds a nice touch of color to my coat closet door.

What you'll need to make your own:

• Wooden poplar buttons (various sizes)
• Glue
• Paint

Step 1: Arrange poplar buttons in desired pattern and size.

Step 2: When you have decided on your pattern for the wreath, glue the poplar buttons together. I started by gluing my base layer edges together. Next, gluing my second layer on top of the first, alternating sizes (making sure you couldn't see the glue). To finish, I glued my smallest poplars on the underside to give it even more dimension.

Step 3: Paint wreath color of your choice. Hang and enjoy!

My wreath all glued together.

The finished product!

Happy Crafting!