DIY: It's GOOOLD!

"It's GOOOLD!" Well, at least everything about this blog post is... Now, I don't know about you but I am a firm believer that by just adding some gold trim or a few polka-dots to an otherwise boring and plain plate or glass can totally transform it! Now, really this concept can be used on so many different projects but I just picked a couple of my favs in which I plan on sharing! These chic AND easy DIY projects are a must-do for me the summer break!

Now, most of these are pretty self-explanatory so I am going to just post pictures but for the others that are "not-so common sense" I will include directions.... Enjoy!

Glass Vase

Or how about with a round glass...

This is the one I plan on doing! :D

Mouse Pad-

Gather your materials:

• old mousepad
• enough suede (or leather, or faux leather — you get the idea) to cover the mousepad
• scissors
• pen
• freezer paper
• hole punch
• iron
• ModPodge
• gold leaf
• two craft paintbrushes
• spray adhesive

Start by tracing your mousepad onto the backside of your suede, and cutting it out. Set that aside. Punch holes in your freezer paper and cut a small square around each hole. Place them strategically on the front side of your suede, and iron them shiny side down so that they stick.

Next, use a paintbrush to paint ModPodge inside of each hole. While it’s wet, apply a small patch of gold leaf. Pat the gold leaf down with a dry paintbrush.

Let the ModPodge dry for about 30 minutes and carefully remove the freezer paper, being careful to keep the edges of the polka dot intact. Let the glue dry overnight before you use the mousepad, and be sure to dust off all remnants of the gold leaf, to keep your mouse safe.

Finally, cover the back of the suede with spray adhesive and affix it to your old mousepad. Be sure that you match the edges well before you press firmly.

Woah! So much better. And now it’s like a little polka dot party every time I use my computer.

Wall Art-

 

 Or you can just find gold stickers if you really want to get simple...