Chipboard Crafting

While shopping at my favorite store Hobby Lobby, I ran across the chipboard isle filled with great options for crafting. Hobby Lobby has even created its own Cricut Cartridge to use with the different shapes and words pre-cut out of chipboard. I have always admired the many cute projects out there that incorporate chipboard and it was on sale for 40% off--so I decided to take a chance. My first project was a wall cross.

I used a sheet of scrapbook paper, Spray glue, acrylic paint for the sides, a package of paper flowers, a pencil, emery board, and newspaper to catch my mess. I had not used spray adhesive before but I am now a huge fan!

Step 1:  Trace your chipboard shape on to your scrapbook paper and cut it out.

Step 2:  Paint around the sides of your chipboard shape for a more finished look. Don't worry about painting the front or back--no one will see it! ;0). Set it on your newspaper to dry.

Step 3: Spray a generously even coat of adhesive on the front of your chipboard shape. (Be sure to shake your adhesive really well before your spray). Place your pre-cut scrapbook paper on to the sticky scrapbook shape and smooth. It should stick easily. If you have some overhang of paper off of your chipboard, use your emery board to file the edges off.

Step 4: Apply your decorative flair using the spray adhesive or glue of choice. With the spray adhesive I had to hold the paper flowers on for a minute and I did get glue all over my hands. I will probably use my tape runner next time. Hot glue would work, but I didn't want to contend with glue strings in my paper flowers.

Step 4: Step back and enjoy your finished project! This little project will make a great gift and with all of the scrapbook paper options, the possibilities are endless!

The Costs...
Chipboard-$3.99/each (Often on sale 40% off)
Acrylic Paint-$ .59
Scrapbook Paper--$ .59
Spray Adhesive--$6.99 (used a coupon so I got 40% off)
Paper Flowers--$5.99 (I used 1/2 a package)
Final Cost... Less than $8. A lot of the items I already had or used very little so they didn't really cost me anything.

I hope you'll try this project. It's a great way to get your creative fix in a quick and easy way. This is a great gift idea because it can be customized.  Please be sure to check back soon for more chipboard projects I am completing.

Bargains & Blessings!

Cheaply Chic Mom