First, I whipped out my Silhouette. I drew some triangles using the polygon tool and measured them out to the size I was looking for.
Next, I chose a font (Cuckoo, in case you're wondering) and designed/sized my letters. Originally I wanted to have both capital and lowercase letters on the pennants, but quickly realized they would look too busy and cluttered with both sizes. So, I opted just to use the capitals.
If you are using a Silhouette, be sure to right click on each letter and "ungroup", so that the measurements are just for the letter and not the space surrounding it. This ensures that your letters are all the same height.
Here is the final result hanging on the wall. I divided the letters into four different strands and hung them on either side of his window. I love how colorful they are!
What do you think?
You could easily make this without a crafty cutter machine. Just create a stencil for the triangles and letters. Or you could even use stickers for the letters!
Cost breakdown~
Cardstock: All ready had
Glue: All ready had
Ribbon: $1.99 for two rolls at Hobby Lobby
Total cost: $1.99
Score!
I've also been working on some more Silhouette wall art for his room. Here's a little sneak peek....
Linking up with the Frugal Girls Chic & Crafty Party and Serenity Now. :)
~Emily
Adorable!
ReplyDeleteAlso, I had a dream last night that you went into labor early, had a girl, and ended up being able to go to Elyse's wedding. ;)
Awesome! Is that a scrapbooking tool that you are using? Love the banner idea.
ReplyDeleteThat is really cute! Posts like this almost send me over the edge into buying a Silhouette. My craft drawer is already too big, though. :) Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeletePopping over from Serenity Now!