Got this idea from a stamping mag - can't remember which one cause I look at so many!! Anyway, the cork is from a 12x12 square cut in fourths (so they end up 6x6). The "push pins" are made from washers from the hardware store (1&1/4" washers with 3/8" hole). I stamped the flower on glossy cardstock (thought it would last better with handling), punched with 1&1/4 in circle punch, ran through the X-xyron and stuck paper to washer. Then I turned it over, filled the "hole" with a pea-sized amount of Crystal Effects and set a thumbtack (mine were large-head) into the CE - let dry completely. Do not put the "push pin" into the board until CE is completely dry (like overnight) or it will come apart. I also used a piece of cardboard slightly smaller than the cork piece behind the cork to give it a little more depth for the pin to stick into. Does that make sense? LOL! My stamp campers made these last time and loved them. In fact, they specifically asked to make them after seeing one on my frigde. Put a couple of magnet strips on the back and they are great for fridge, filing cabinet or any other metal surface. Also, I used red tape in addition to mono cause I wanted to make sure it didn't come apart. Fun to make!
Date: Saturday, July 9, 2005 GMT Views: 1089
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