You know it's almost someone's Super Special Day...
Well and everyone knows there is NO excuse...
not in this world or any other world...
to not have something special to give on that day!
Sooo,
here is another neat idea that wont rip a gigantic whole into your wallet!
Well and here is how you make it:
here is another neat idea that wont rip a gigantic whole into your wallet!
Check out this gorgeous "Handmade Jewelry Box", isn't it just too cute...
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- First you have to take a trip to your local Lowe's or Home Depot. Go to the "Lumber department / Picket fence section" to find a couple classic Fence post caps - You will need two Fence post caps per jewelry box....
- Next apply the primer to the wooden pieces - let it dry
- Once the primer has dried take your pain and apply one coat of paint - let that dry as well
- Now take the brass hinges and connect the two post caps by affixing one pair of hinges to the back side of the box - make sure they are about two (2") inches apart (per the manufacturer’s instructions)
- Next attach the brass box catch to the front side of the box - Make sure you secure the upper portion of the catch flush with the box surface and install the lower portion leaving a small space between it and the box. This will compensate for the curved edge of the post caps.
- Take a hot glue gun and secure a piece of fleece inside the box (bottom only)
- Next add your fabric - Again take the hot glue gun and secure the fabric... But be careful some fabric may show stains of the hot glue, so I recommend that you test the fabric first just to be sure. Of course it is your choice to only add fabric to the bottom of the box or if you like to cover the entire inside....
Voila all finished,
what a perfect little gift...
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Shopping list (per jewelry box):
- 2 Fencepost caps
- One pair of 3/4- by 1-inch narrow brass hinges
- Primer
- Paint (so many colors to choose from)
- One brass box catch
- Small piece of fleece
- Small piece of fabric, velvet or silk would look very pretty
- Small piece of fabric, velvet or silk would look very pretty
Tools:
- Hot glue gun
- Scissors
- small hammer
- Paint brush
