I want to make more things.
Sometimes it's hard to find the time for "unnecessary" projects. When I do make the time, though, I find it to be a relaxing, creative (and usually cost-saving) pursuit.
As a kid, I was a little obsessed with the idea of personalization (it was lucky for my parents that they gave me a common name - otherwise I can imagine minor tantrums amidst gift-shop displays of personalized pens and keychains).
While there's an age at which personalized pens no longer seem appropriate, we never seem to outgrow the joys of giving (or receiving) a gift made "just for us". My goal here is to collect and share fairly simple ideas - whether borrowed or my own - for giving that gift to loved ones (or ourselves).
Up first: Scrabble coasters.
I borrowed this idea from a website targeted toward men interested in DIY projects (interesting, huh?):
It's unclear who thought of this idea first, though, as similar versions appear throughout the blogosphere, Pinterest, etsy...
I created my version using sheets of cork, super glue, Scrabble pieces (via ebay), and mod podge. My mom received the first set (as pictured above), and I'm currently making a second set for a close friend who is about to get married. Obviously a great gift for Scrabble enthusiasts, I think these also work well as a housewarming gift or for fans of food/drink/entertaining. By hiding words amongst the letters, it's easy to add that personal touch.
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