Here is a fun and super easy craft for the kids to make for Mother's
Day! A Modge Podged photo flower pot! Once done, add a plant and you
are all set!
What you will need:
- 10-20 photos (depending on the size of pot) printed in black and
white on paper. I just took some pictures into Microsoft word and
re-sized them all onto about 3 pages and then cut them out.
- Terra Cotta Pot and base (cost approx. $2)
- Modge Podge ($6.00 a bottle)
- Foam Brushes ($.89 for a 4 pack)
- Ribbon roll ($2)
If you don't want to purchase Modge Podge, you can
make your own
using Elmer's glue. I am not sure how it would work compared to the
Modge Podge, but a cheaper alternative. To get started, lay out old
newspapers on your work surface so you don't get the glue everywhere! I
also poured the Modge Podge into paper plates/bowls to make it easier
for the kids to use!
Take
a foam brush and brush the Modge Podge on the section of the pot you
are working on, then place on photos. Feel free to layer, over-lap,
etc. Apply more Modge Podge as needed on areas that are drying out or
needed. Once all the photos are on the pot, apply a couple more coats
of Modge Podge to seal it!
Cut ribbon so it is long enough to wrap around rim of pot. Brush the
Modge Podge on the rim, lightly push ribbon on the Modge Podge and then
tie it!
I've never used Modge Podge before, but it sounds very easy and these pots look like such a nice gift to give to moms! Or anyone to be honest. The use of all the printed photos is such a brilliant idea! And these can be used for years and a lovely memory attached to each one. Thanks for sharing this creative gift idea!
ReplyDeleteFantastic idea. Very creative. Love it!
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