Last night I had a little extra time so I decided to work on a quick craft project: clothespin magnets. I have had all the supplies for a while (glue, scrapbook paper, clothespins, magnets) but hadn't had the time or motivation to knock the project out. Maybe it was the fact that I got the cutest of cards in the mail - the one with the two puppies on it - and I just needed a good way to display it. About 30 minutes later (while watching the Biggest Loser Finale - Yeah Michelle - I am so a black team, Jillian girl) I had the makings of a Merry Christmas card display for my fridge.
More details on the project over at Martha and at Art Scrap and More.
It is funny how I often put things off thinking they are going to take too much time or be to hard or... and they turn out quick and easy. This project was definitely quick and easy!
I can't wait to fill it up with even more cards!
For a Frugal Yet Fabulous spin, even if I hadn't had the supplies on hand, the project may have cost around $4 to complete. Less than $1 for magnets, about $1.50 for clothespins (and I have a ton left to use on other projects) and $1 for paper. Wrapping paper scraps would work great for these too.
I am totally stealing that idea. I'm envisioning themes for every holiday! I could make some for Valentine's, Easter, Spring, Summer, oh my! Can you tell I'm having fun on your blog? I'm glad I found it today! :)
Posted by: Mary | December 29, 2008 at 09:41 AM
Very cute display! Glad to see you got the Snoopy card I sent! :)
Posted by: Dawn | December 18, 2008 at 05:50 PM
your home is just so, so pretty Colleen!
Posted by: Kelli | December 18, 2008 at 12:58 PM
What a cute idea! Love it!
Posted by: Paula | December 18, 2008 at 07:29 AM
What a cute idea!! I was just feeling sad about the fact that I've been too lame to think of a cute way to display our cards, and here's the perfect solution. AND it's FYF, which is a bonus! :)
Posted by: meg | December 17, 2008 at 06:52 PM
Great idea! I might just make some cute ones to stay on the fridge year round. Love the pics! Very cute.
Posted by: SunnyInspiration | December 17, 2008 at 12:17 PM
This is too adorable! Love it!!! I'm thinking it would make a good gift for anyone. Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: SarahJ | December 17, 2008 at 11:24 AM
That is great!!!! I always keep my cards and want a nice way to dipaly them but never have seen a way that I liked, but this I love.
Posted by: SC | December 17, 2008 at 10:47 AM