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Friday, June 11, 2010

Freedom Blocks


I've been in a total crafty mood lately, and have a million projects I could post but I'll try not to "over-load." Here are the Freedom blocks I just finished which are pretty similar to the summer blocks, except they are for 4th of July. Obviously! haha.

To start off you will take your unfinished blocks and sand them if needed. Paint them in your favorite colors and add the vinyl! I added the stars with wire...basically the same way as I did the summer blocks.
For the glittery tops I dabbed the wood with mod-podge and then sprinkled glitter on top. Remember you don't need a lot of glue. ;)

For the glitter stars I painted them white first and then I put a layer of glue on the top part of the star and sprinkled with glitter.

 I added the stars with wire...basically the same way as I did the summer blocks.
Here is how my friends turned out. I love them!

*You can paint yours anyway...there's a lot of different combos! *

 If you would like a set of freedom blocks(or just the vinyl) shipped to you go here. 
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25 comments:

  1. AnonymousJune 11, 2010 at 8:52 PM

    These turned out awesome! ~Sam

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  2. blueskiesandgreenlightsJune 11, 2010 at 11:01 PM

    This is the cutest 4th of July display ever. You are so talented. I wish I lived in Mesa, so I could come to your craft night. Sounds like a bunch of fun!!! Can I order the kit for 'Summer?' How do I do it??

    --Tabitha
    www.bsandgl.blogspot.com

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  3. BethJune 11, 2010 at 11:32 PM

    So cute! Love the Stars!!!

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  4. Sugarplum Creations BlogJune 12, 2010 at 7:35 AM

    Adorable! Makes me wish I lived nearby! :)

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  5. KrissyJune 12, 2010 at 7:48 AM

    That's awesome. I love doing things like that. :)

    Following you from Follow Me Friday!! I hope you can stop by our blog too and do the same. Have a great weekend.

    http://theartsymom.tk

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  6. LauraJune 12, 2010 at 4:34 PM

    These are so cute! I love the little glittery stars.

    Thanks for sharing at Saturday is Crafty Day!
    Laura @ along for the ride

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  7. ValJune 13, 2010 at 4:39 PM

    Your table is so adorable. Everything looks so great!!!

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  8. Allison ShopsJune 14, 2010 at 6:09 AM

    Very patriotic!
    Dropping by from Met Monday; 18ft Island Kitchen.

    Allison
    Atticmag

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  9. Decor To AdoreJune 14, 2010 at 7:18 AM

    This is a truly wonderful transformation. So creative and clever!

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  10. AnonymousJune 14, 2010 at 11:20 AM

    Those turned out so cute and I love the extra sparklies!! The lettering is really cute too!

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  11. Chari at Happy To DesignJune 14, 2010 at 12:08 PM

    Hello...

    Ooooh...I love your "freedom" blocks! They really turned out fabulous...what a creative and talented lady you are! Thanks for sharing them with us...and the "how to's"!

    Warmest wishes,
    Chari @Happy To Design

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  12. CIELOJune 14, 2010 at 12:38 PM

    Lovely idea! And how nice that you link to our weekly meme, "SHOW OFF YOUR COTTAGE MONDAY"... I will have to come by here again.... would love to see our link here too ;)

    Hugs

    cielo

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  13. Mad in CraftsJune 14, 2010 at 4:06 PM

    I really like these! I need to make up some patriotic decorations.

    Thanks for linking up to the Mad Skills party!

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  14. AnonymousJune 14, 2010 at 4:43 PM

    so cute!! thanks for linking these up at my saturday soiree!! i hope you'll come again this saturday :)

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  15. CharoJune 14, 2010 at 5:10 PM

    Cute proyect!

    Hugs
    Charo

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  16. UnknownJune 15, 2010 at 12:22 PM

    wow! Amazing!

    I want to show off your freedom blocks on my blog on June 27th if you don't mind. Feel free to stop by and check it out, you can grab my "featured" button if you like.

    www.simplydesigning.blogspot.com

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  17. Rory from Tools Are For Women Too!June 15, 2010 at 2:34 PM

    These are so fun and I'm glad you shared them on Modern Craftswoman Monday! Rory

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  18. UnknownJune 15, 2010 at 4:59 PM

    These are so cute. I love the glitter! Adds the perfect touch.

    This Thursday I'm hosting Fab Finds for the Fourth. Hope you'll stop by and link this up!

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  19. Bethany @ The Paper PonyJune 15, 2010 at 9:57 PM

    This turned out great! So cute- thanks for the inspiration!!

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  20. Kelli @ WhimsiKelJune 16, 2010 at 9:08 AM

    I LOVE your color pallete! I've got a red, white, and blue craft that I've never really fell in love with because I used a navy blue with a darker red. Changing it to this lighter blue might be just the pick-up it needs. Thanks for the inspiration!

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  21. ificouldJune 16, 2010 at 7:45 PM

    So cute!! I also LOVE the light blue!

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  22. TayebugJune 27, 2010 at 6:57 AM

    Very cute! I just found you through Simply Designing. Love it.

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  23. Rose :: FineCraftGuild.comJune 28, 2010 at 12:22 AM

    well done
    not easy to do 4th of july things in an original manner, but you did.

    btw I'd like to invite you to participate in our good/best DIY craft tutorials linky party.

    every wednesday.
    this week's is still open and posted here:
    http://www.finecraftguild.com/diy-tutorial-linky-party-3/
    come join in!

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  24. Heather{Our Life In a Click}July 17, 2010 at 5:37 AM

    These are awesome. I collect old blocks similar to this from sets. I would keep these up all summer because I decorate patriotically for the whole summer!

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  25. AnonymousDecember 7, 2010 at 12:07 PM

    i am going to have to do this :) it would go great with my collection of Americana things. we are a military family and take great pride :) thank you for the idea.

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