Monthly Archives: February 2011

Silhouette SD Giveaway at the DIY Show Off!

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SILHOUETTE SD GIVEAWAY


IS NOW CLOSED!

I‘ve been so excited about this day for you! The time has finally arrived! Hurray!!!  


Last week I showed you my very first project using my new Silhouette SD!  This week I’m more acquainted with it. I think I could use it every day – getting crafty with vinyl, heat transfers, printable tattoos, sketches, fabric, printable magnets, card stock, glass etching and more!  There are so MANY fun things to DIY!  I’ve been having so much fun getting familiar with it, sticking to easy fun projects until I learn all of the tricks.  It’s addicting!  Here are some of the easy things I’ve created so far:


Chalkboard Wall {TODAY} label (white vinyl) – our spot for writing appointments, to-do, love notes, reminders and grocery lists. The Silhouette SD machine cuts any font on your computer. No cartridges needed!



Numbered Planters (black vinyl).  I used different fonts I already had and alternated the sizes. 



Frosted Monogrammed Apothecary Jar (frosted vinyl).  Monogram B design purchased for .99 at the Silhouette online store. The frosted vinyl looks beautiful in person.  



(Cat Proof) Antique Doily (Silhouette online store .99) on glass end table (white vinyl) Apply to the underside of the glass.

Monogrammed Mirror (white vinyl) 

Personalized Pet Treat Jar



Valentine Doily T-shirt


Now Silhouette is giving away a Silhouette SD to one lucky DIY Show Off reader! 

The prize will be a Silhouette SD, 1 roll of black vinyl, 1 roll of frosted vinyl, 1 roll of transfer paper, and a Home Décor CD of images (retail $375+).


But there’s more! Silhouette is offering DIY Show Off readers a special discount on that same Silhouette and premium vinyl bundle with a unique code “SHOWOFF“ usable at silhouetteamerica.com.  That promo code will get you the Silhouette bundle for $225 ($375+ retail) and/or 25% off premium vinyl if you’re looking to show off.  SHOWOFF code is active from the 23rd through March 1st (if you don’t win – you still get a great deal!).


You’ll find TONS of ideas, tips and tutorials at the Silhouette Blog.

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Giveaway Rules:
It only takes 1 chance to be entered to win but enter all 5 ways to increase your chances!
Leave 1 comment for each of the following:

1) Leave a comment sharing the first thing you’d create if you won a Silhouette machine. 
2) I need your help spreading the word! Share a link to this giveaway on Facebook or Twitter (convenient buttons at bottom of this post) – 1 entry. 
2) Become a follower or email subscriber to The DIY Show Off – 1 entry.
3) Comment that you follow the Silhouette Blog (tell ’em I sent ya!) – 1 entry.
5) Blog about this giveaway with a link back to this post – 1 entry.

Remember to leave your email address in your comment if you can’t be reached via your blog!  Giveaway starts 2/23/11 and ends 2/27/11 at midnight EST.  Winner will be drawn using random.org and announced shortly after. Good luck!


Maximize your chances of winning EVEN MORE by visiting the Silhouette Giveaways going on right now with these blog friends too (please tell them ‘hello’ from me)!

myrepurposedlife.blogspot.com
vintagerevivals.blogspot.com


*Disclaimer:  I received a Silhouette SD and accessories to review and share projects/tutorials and one lucky DIY Show Off reader will receive the above listed prize but my opinion is honest and is my own.  
Coming soon – in order to fix the feed, the DIY Show Off will soon have a new look. Unsuccessful attempts have pushed me to switch to my own domain. Thanks for your patience and sticking with it while I work out the bugs. 🙂

DIY Sunburst Mirrors

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sun·burst

 [suhn-burst]  

–noun

1.

a burst  of sunlight; a sudden shining of the sun  throughrifted clouds.

We’re in the midst of a winter weather warning (AGAIN), an unexpected snow storm (AGAIN).  Last week it was near 60 degrees then BAM (teaser!) – yesterday afternoon at least 6 inches of snow fell within a few hours. It took Mr. DIY an extra hour and 15 minutes to get home weaving in and out of fender benders, dodging stopped vehicles and sliding around on the icy un-treated roads in the blizzard.  All while I waited nervously at home, biting my nails, praying for his safe return dodging a bat flying around my living room (he must of thought it was spring too – where is that darn ground hog?  Last week I wanted to hug the little guy, this week … well, no hugs!).  

So, I’m in the mood for something warm and DIY sunbursts feel HOT to me. Sunny = smiley.  Here are some great ideas and tutorials to help you thaw. Click the links for more pictures, details and the full tutorial from some very talented DIY divas! 
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Do you have a DIY sunburst mirror?  I’d love to see you link in the comments!  
Stay warm!
Coming soon – in order to fix the feed, the DIY Show Off will soon have a new look. Unsuccessful attempts have pushed me to switch to my own domain. Thanks for your patience and sticking with it while I work out the bugs. 🙂

Mirrored Windows – Chic & Lovely

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Another beautiful old window project. This one isn’t quite old but it’s a DIY inspiration for those old windows lying around – from Holly at Chic & Lovely. 


Chic and Lovely

Holly had old windows with plans to add a DIY mirror something easily done now with Krylon’s Looking Glass spray paint or adding a mirror to the back yourself (see Holly’s inspiration here) but she scored mirrored windows at Hobby Lobby for a great price, no work and the same effect.  The mirrors add so much more interest and light and at first glance, look like an architectural design:


Before:




And After!!

Beautiful living room!




Holly even sent over a complete before picture too:


Again, her after. So pretty with warm neutral tones and so much character (adding the mirrors was less than $100!)


There’s LOTS more to see at Chic & Lovely including…

SO MUCH BEFORE/AFTER FURNITURE – you’ll be inspired to dig around in your basement for something old and forgotten! Or to visit her shop – she gives old furniture a new look!

Before
After

Thanks so much for sharing your beautiful transformations, Holly!
Coming soon – in order to fix the feed, the DIY Show Off will soon have a new look. Unsuccessful attempts have pushed me to switch to my own domain. Thanks for your patience and sticking with it while I work out the bugs. 🙂