This is really quick and easy, but looks really nice once it's finished! The scrapbook paper you choose for this project really makes a difference, too. And it's really fun to mix and match coordinating colors, patterns and textures. I made these numbers for my bookshelf with our house number - fairly inexpensive project, but it's so bold and looks really great.
Materials Needed:
- Paper mache or wooden letters/numbers (I used paper mache for the numbers so that they'd be able to stand up on their own on the bookshelf.)
- Scrapbook paper
- Spray adhesive
- Scissors
- Pencil
Step One: Trace the Shape
The most important part about this step - make sure to flip the number around before you trace it so it is BACKWARDS. You'll be tracing it onto the back side of the paper, so it needs to be backwards during this step so that it looks correct when we glue the paper on the number later.
I forgot to account for that at first, as you can see below... Oops!
After you trace it, go ahead and cut it out, as precisely as possible.
Step Two: Spray Adhesive!
A little of this goes a long way! Spray a light, even amount on the number/letter itself and then place the paper on top. I found it best to adhere the paper to the bottom edge first and then work my way up - I was able to avoid air bubbles or crooked application. It also helps for the standing letters, just in case you had a little overhang from tracing, that way it's still standing on the letter, not the paper. Let it dry and that's it!
I didn't cover or paint the side of my numbers because I liked the rawness of the paper mache, and it matched the colors in my scrapbook paper choices. If you're not liking the idea of the paper mache showing though, just add a couple coats of paint before adhering the paper!
- Kylie :)
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