That Bling Thing

I'm not much for bling.  But I have friends who love it--the bigger the bling, the better.  I find ways to craft around my gypsy style and play with glittery things now and then.  I don't think I've ever done a bling/glitter thing without Mod Podge.  I wouldn't know how to begin without it.  This project was no different.

I found the little resin frame at Michael's for $2.  The glitter letters came from Target.  Besides those two things, you need Mod Podge, an applicator, pencil, scissors and a scrap of fabric.  Begin by prepping the fabric scrap with Fabric Mod Podge.  (You can skip this part but it really does make it easier to trim up the fabric and eliminates loose threads.  And don't forget to protect your work surface with tin foil or wax paper.)  Remove the clear film from the frame.  You may need a craft knife to trim small stubborn pieces.

Trace the frame back onto the back of your Mod Podged fabric.  Cut to size.

Mod Podge your fabric to the frame's back piece.  Apply a coat or two of Mod Podge to the fabric.  If you really want to make it shine, now would be the time to add a layer of Sparkle Mod Podge.  Don't apply too thickly or you will have problems closing the back. 

Glue the glittered letter to the center.  (I chose to spray a light coat of acrylic sealer on the letters before gluing them.  This avoids all the glitter flakes ending up in places you don't want them.)

And that's all there is to it!  Now I can send them off to do their bling thing.  I think these would make great place cards for a party or shower.  They're certainly quick and easy to put together.