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Crafty Southern Designs: Order Your Custom Hanger Here!

Photographs of Custom Hangers

James E. Bruce Convention Center Bridal Expo

I signed up to be a vendor at the 9th annual Bridal Expo held at the James E. Bruce Convention Center in Hopkinsville, KY on February 17, 2013. I can’t wait to see all the happy brides to be including myself! 

Family Canvas Decor

I know I have been away for a few weeks. Life has been pretty hectic! I came across a picture of something similar to this that my friend had pinned on Pinterest. I decided to try and make it myself and since my future husband said he did not want anything for his birthday I thought it would make a wonderful present/added decor for our living room.

Here is how to make it yourself:

   Supplies: 

• Canvas (one for each letter)
• Wood letters
• Scrapbook paper
• Paint
• Ribbon
• Curtain rod
• Mod Podge (I used glossy finish)

   Steps:

1. Paint the sides of the canvas
2. Sand your letters if needed
3. Paint your letters
4. Paint a second coat on the canvas and letters            
5. Cut the scrapbook paper to size
6. Use Mod Podge to adhere the paper to the canvas
7. Put a layer of Mod Podge over the paper and on the sides
8. Mod Podge over the letters for a complete look
9. Cut various lengths of ribbon 
10. Use a hot glue gun to attach the ribbon to the back of the canvas
11. Use glue to attach the letter the the canvas
12. Put the finished products on the curtain rod 
13. Hang and enjoy!

I would love for you to share your pictures if you have made one!

How to Make a Fabric Rosette {TUTORIAL}

Hello y'all! I just wanted to share where I got my idea to add the rosette fabric flowers to my refurbished picture frame as seen in my DIY Weekend Project. 

Here how I made them (sorry I don't have pictures):

SUPPLIES:

• ~3″ x 22″ strip of fabric {this will make a 2″ diameter rosette} {I just cut up an old t-shirt}
• ~approx 2″ circle of scrap fabric or felt
• ~hot glue gun
• ~scissors 

1. Fold your fabric in half so that it measures 1.5″ x 22″ and tie a knot in one end.

2. Tuck or glue the short end of the knot to the long end.

3. Twist the fabric and begin to wrap around the knot.

4. When you reach the desired diameter of your flower, glue the end to the rest of the flower. 

5. Take a scrap piece of fabric and glue it to the bottom of the flower. 

6. Trim the scrap fabric to fit the flower.

7. Attach your flower to anything you wish!!

Here is the link to the blog I found this one {with pictures}: How to Make Rosette Fabric Flowers

Create Fest 2012

Last night, my future husband helped me show off my creative wire hangers at the Create Fest hosted by Grace Community Church. Dozens of locals came out and showed off their talents from photography to custom t-shirt quilts. All of the vendors donated an item or more for a silent auction to help raise money for The Food Initiative in Clarksville. I had a wonderful time and was so thankful for all the wonderful compliments!

New Ribbon!

New ribbon option for your customized hanger!

DIY Weekend Project

I was going thru my stuff and was planning on having a garage sale, but there was no way I was going to sit out in this heat.

I had an old picture frame that was my future husbands, but it just didn't fit in our house together.

I finally decided to just make something with it. So, I took the frame apart and painted it a dark brown. Then after it dried, I used Mod Podge to give it a glossy look. I took the back of the frame and spray painted it with chalkboard paint so we could write messages to each other. Unfortunately, we didn't have any chalk and I wanted to surprise him when he got home from work. So, I just decided to write a permanent message using puffy paint that I had. I had seen on another blog how to make a rosette out of fabric. I put my own little twist to it. After all was put together this, this is how it turned out. I think its pretty good for a almost free craft and new wall decor. Now, my future husband has something to look at while going to the bathroom.

Lots of love,
Future Mrs. K

How to order your own!

These Wedding Hangers make a beautiful addition for that must-have wedding photo opportunity. They also make wonderful gifts for either the bride or bridal party. No need to have a boring hanger when you can have one of these personalized hangers. I take my time with each and every hanger to ensure a high quality and finished look for your special day. 

Each hanger is 17.5 inches wide, have notches for straps, and is strong enough to hold heavy wedding dresses. 

HOW TO ORDER Please include in the email: 

HANGER COLOR: Hard Natural or Cherry Wood 

NAME: What name or phrase you would like up to 12 letters (sometimes we can add more) 

RIBBON: see chart below (other colors may be used by request for a small fee)

DATE: Date you need it by 

Please see a list of the most popular requests below: 

Mrs (your name) 

Bride 

Bridesmaid 

Maid of Honor

 Mother of the Bride 

Mother of the Groom

 Groom 

♥ Name ♥ 

Initial ♥ Initial 

Your Name 

Name 

Name ♥ Name 

Also, make great gifts for baby shower, mother-to-be, and other gift! 

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Custom Wire Wedding Hangers!

These Wedding Hangers make a beautiful addition for that must-have wedding photo opportunity. They also make wonderful gifts for either the bride or bridal party. No need to have a boring hanger when you can have one of these personalized hangers. I take my time with each and every hanger to ensure a high quality and finished look for your special day. 

Orders yours TODAY!  Email: akihara2013@gmail.com !!

Welcome!

Welcome to Crafty Southern Designs! I started making DIY wedding items for my own wedding and I want to share with others! I hope that you enjoy!