Here's a really neat DIY craft shared to me by my lovely, super crafty friend, Tiffany. This one is a DIY framed print that she cut out of... (ready to hear this?) - a gift bag! How creative is this? Follow her step by step directions on how she made this adorable framed sign, if you're inclined. This is perfect to display on top of a mantel, table or dresser this Valentine's Day!
DIY Framed Gift Bag Sign
Materials:
gift bag with a design of your choice
hot glue gun
speed square
pencil
ruler
Frame (make sure frame and gift bag are compatible in size)
-or-1x2 to make your own frame
-miter saw
-paint
-wood glue
1. Begin by opening up your bag and cutting off the part you wish to frame. Don't cut down the seam of the bag, but instead, cut down the side of the bag to allow for overlap.
2. Set your miter saw to 45 degrees. Cut off the end of the wood at 45 degrees.
3. Line up the piece to your bag and measure the length of the wood and then cut at 45 degrees. Note: When you cut, make sure the blade is on the outside edge of your line. This will make sure you cut your piece just slightly bigger than needed and then you can trim and adjust to the exact length you need.
4. Repeat with all sides.
5. Line up each piece of the frame. Use a flat surface to push the wood up against to ensure you have a good fit.
So, personal confession: I'm not this crafty with hammer and all. I am more of a paper-scissor type crafter. 🙂
Would you make this craft? Why and why not? Tell me in the comments!
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Marysa says
This is such a cute idea! I love how your finished project came out.
Melanie says
I've been storing all these ideas on my Pinterest board, but kind of afraid to actually use tools to craft. This would be a great first step for me. So cute & doesn't look super hard.
Annemarie LeBlanc says
I am not really crafty too, but your project came out really beautiful. I will have to keep those pretty shopping bags and ask my sons to help me with a project like this.
Jeanine says
Oh this is lovely, I really like this. Would be perfect for Valentines day! I will have to see if I can be as creative!
Veronica Solomon says
This is beautiful! It came out so great. And what a great message
Chrystal | Nevermore Lane says
This is awesome! I have a ton of gift bags that I have saved over the years thinking I would reuse them. For the most part, I do, but it seems like I have a ton that would make a better framed gift.
Reesa Lewandowski says
What a pretty Valentine's Day decoration! I love DIY crafts like this for holidays!
Toni | Boulder Locavore says
Such a really cute idea! I love making fun an cute stuff from simple things. I can't wait to try this!
Seattle Travel Blogger says
This looks like it is a fun and timely project.
Plus, it is so thoughtful!
Meagan says
This is such a cute idea. I love the simplicity of it.
Karen says
So cute! I know some grandparents who would love to receive a gift like this 😉
Pam Wattenbarger says
This would be a great way to use gift bags that are on their last legs. I have gotten some really pretty ones over the years and felt bad throwing them away.
Jen Rattie says
That's a cute idea. I think I'm going to snag my husband and have him help me on this one.
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
That is such a cute idea. Simple crafts like this are the ones that can mean the most as a gift. Love it!
robin masshole mommy says
This is absolutely adorable. I love how it came out.
Sarah Hayes says
Thats a totally awesome idea. it looks so nice I never would've though it was a gift bag
Amber Ludwig says
Looove this!! I so often see bags/cards/gift wrap that I wish could frame!! I can!! Yay! Lol!! This looks so fabulous!!
Hannah C says
I love the idea. Very cute!