Joy Blocks-A Simple Christmas Craft
Today I want to show you a simple Christmas craft using those little wooden blocks from the craft store. I gave the set in this picture to the parents of that sweet little baby on the middle block (who happens to be my niece!)
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Basically, all I did was cover all sides of the blocks with pretty paper and photos, and I used foam scrapbook letters to spell JOY.
The secret that made this such an easy project is this— I used a paper punch the same size as the block sides. (These were about an inch and a half.) No need to cut little tiny squares by hand. This will make it easier for little hands to do also, if you’re making these with younger kids. I used a few different, coordinated styles of fairly heavy patterned paper.
Supplies Needed
(The links below are similar to, but may not be exactly the items I used.)
- Wooden Craft Blocks (These are 1 1/2 inch)
- Square Paper Punch (roughly the same size as the blocks)
- Foam Letters
- Heavyweight scrapbook paper
- Craft Glue
- Stamp pad (optional)
How to Make Decorative Wooden Blocks
- First, I punched the squares from the heavyweight paper.
- Then, I inked the edges of each little square with a coordinating ink pad (which isn’t really necessary – I just like the definition along the edges that the ink adds.)
- I glued the squares to all sides of the blocks.
- Next, I added the foam letters to spell JOY. These were self adhesive scrapbook letters. (I used solid color cardstock, instead of patterned paper, beneath the letters.)
I can picture these with some vintage (or vintage looking) sheet music or script and some copies of vintage photos. Use your imagination.
That’s really about all there is to it. Simple, sweet, and fun.
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Thanks for stopping by, and enjoy your day!
Linking to:
Happiness is Homemade, Esme Salon, Wonderful Wednesday, Thursday Favorite Things, Try It, Like It, French Ethereal, The Answer is Chocolate, Funtastic Friday, Pam’s Party and Practical Tips, Keeping it Real, A Pinch of Joy, Tuesday Turn About, Jenerally Informed
Awesome project. You're so precise on all your cuts and it made a project like this look so professional. I think the ink on the edges adds to it, too. And what a sweet, sweet baby!
These are SO cute! Wouldn't they make a great ornament set on the tree or a little wreath in your niece's room? They are adorable and such a clever idea!
Great idea! These always look great during the Holidays and I like how you added the photo.
Thanks so much for linking up,
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Those are so cute, and you did such a great job making them. I am your newest follower via the Blog Hop!
these are terrific!!!! Joy!!! xo
Thanks so much for sharing this creative project on Simple & Sweet Fridays. Very cute!
Jody
What a fun gift, I am sure they will treasure it for years to come. Thanks for sharing on the #HomeMattersParty . I hope you will join us again next week.
I know many moms who are going to love this idea. Sharing on Facebook for my momma friends. From Christmas in July-Party at My Place linkup.
Great idea for the blocks and such a pretty holiday gift idea! I'd love some on my bookcase to display the grandbaby's Santa photos.
Thanks so much, Marie. I think the Santa photos is a great idea!
What a great idea!
Thanks, Riita! 🙂
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Such a cute idea. Thanks for sharing at Love Your Creativity. Merry Christmas.
Thank you, Linda!