Hello crafters!
Crafting has always been my hobby since I was 16. Every now and then, I'll scroll through Pinterest and Google to garner inspirations. I love giving, but I hate spending so much on gifts. So, I started making stuffs myself as a gift to my friends and family. They LOOOVED it! Having a thought, why not share them with everyone? And here I am, my very first DIY blog. Hope it helps to inspire you too! :)
Let's get started!!!
Crafting has always been my hobby since I was 16. Every now and then, I'll scroll through Pinterest and Google to garner inspirations. I love giving, but I hate spending so much on gifts. So, I started making stuffs myself as a gift to my friends and family. They LOOOVED it! Having a thought, why not share them with everyone? And here I am, my very first DIY blog. Hope it helps to inspire you too! :)
Let's get started!!!
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| (Photo source: Pinterest) |
Lately, I've been eyeing on some really cool pieces of string art on pinterest as well as in-stores. And as cool as they were, I just can't get over my kiamsiap-ness (stinginess) on spending RM 120 on them. So, I got my ass up and recreated it myself in less than RM 15! No word could describe how good it feels!
Scroll on to check out how I nailed it! ;)
Materials needed:
MDF (Medium Density Fiberboard) 11.81 x 7.87 x 0.24 inch : DAISO (RM 5)
White cotton thread 1 roll : DAISO (RM 5)
Regular framing nails 1 inch : Ace Hardware Store (RM 1)
Screw Eye Nail A56 : Ace Hardware Store (RM 1.60)
Permanent Marker & paper / Printed template
Scissors
Hammer
White cotton thread 1 roll : DAISO (RM 5)
Regular framing nails 1 inch : Ace Hardware Store (RM 1)
Screw Eye Nail A56 : Ace Hardware Store (RM 1.60)
Permanent Marker & paper / Printed template
Scissors
Hammer
Step 1:
Draw / print a template of your choice on an A4 sized paper.
I'll be giving this out as a gift to one of my friend hence I customized her initials onto it. So, be creative! Customize your own template! But if you don't want to hassle, Mr. Google is here to solve them all! ;)
Step 2 :
Place your template on the MDF board, ensure it is in place.
Secure it with a tape (optional).
Step 3 :
Nail the edges and interactions of the pattern on the MDF board.
Secure it by ensuring it's 1/4 nailed into the board.
Step 4 :
Grab your scissors and cut off the A4 template.
SNIP SNIP SNIP!
Step 5 :
Tie a double knot around one of the nails to secure in place.
Step 6 :
Start wrapping the string back and forth around the nails. The best part here is there is no right or wrong way to do this. Just have fun wrapping away!
Step 7 :
Once you're satisfied with the wrapping, double knot at the last nail.
Snip of the excess thread.
Step 8 :
Nail the Screw Eye Nail at the top of the MDF board.
DONE!
GO WILD and try out different designs!
Hang it wherever you want!
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Now it's YOUR turn to create one of your OWN.
Don't forget to share your masterpieces with me by #craftycray or tag me @craftycray on Instagram.
Enjoy crafting! <3
