DIY Fabric Wall Decal

My oldest daughter is obsessed with Tinker Bell.  So much so that Tinker Bell out ranks Elsa from Frozen *gasp*

 A year ago she asked if she could have a Tinker Bell room and being the awesome mom that I am (really I just love any excuse to take on a big project) I said ok.

I couldn't find any affordable Tinker Bell decals so I found a tutorial to make my own.

Fabric Wall Decals
You Will Need:
Heat n Bond Ultra Hold
Cotton Fabric
Iron
Scissors

Directions:

Now that you have your image, let’s get started by ironing your fabric. It needs to be completely wrinkle free. Then, lay the fabric face down and lay down the Heat n Bond on top of it, with the paper side facing up. Iron on top of the paper to adhere it to the fabric - See more at: http://www.madebymarzipan.com/?tutorial=fabric-wall-decals#sthash.OWipEX7M.dpuf

Now that you have your image, let’s get started by ironing your fabric. It needs to be completely wrinkle free. Then, lay the fabric face down and lay down the Heat n Bond on top of it, with the paper side facing up. Iron on top of the paper to adhere it to the fabric - See more at: http://www.madebymarzipan.com/?tutorial=fabric-wall-decals#sthash.OWipEX7M.dpuf

 Iron your fabric, It needs to be completely wrinkle free. Then, lay the fabric face down and lay down the Heat n Bond on top of it, with the paper side facing up. Iron on top of the paper to adhere it to the fabric

Now that you have your image, let’s get started by ironing your fabric. It needs to be completely wrinkle free. Then, lay the fabric face down and lay down the Heat n Bond on top of it, with the paper side facing up. Iron on top of the paper to adhere it to the fabric - See more at: http://www.madebymarzipan.com/?tutorial=fabric-wall-decals#sthash.OWipEX7M.dpuf

Now that you have your image, let’s get started by ironing your fabric. It needs to be completely wrinkle free. Then, lay the fabric face down and lay down the Heat n Bond on top of it, with the paper side facing up. Iron on top of the paper to adhere it to the fabric - See more at: http://www.madebymarzipan.com/?tutorial=fabric-wall-decals#sthash.OWipEX7M.dpuf

Now that you have your image, let’s get started by ironing your fabric. It needs to be completely wrinkle free. Then, lay the fabric face down and lay down the Heat n Bond on top of it, with the paper side facing up. Iron on top of the paper to adhere it to the fabric - See more at: http://www.madebymarzipan.com/?tutorial=fabric-wall-decals#sthash.OWipEX7M.dpuf

Now that you have your image, let’s get started by ironing your fabric. It needs to be completely wrinkle free. Then, lay the fabric face down and lay down the Heat n Bond on top of it, with the paper side facing up. Iron on top of the paper to adhere it to the fabric - See more at: http://www.madebymarzipan.com/?tutorial=fabric-wall-decals#sthash.OWipEX7M.dpuf

Now that you have your image, let’s get started by ironing your fabric. It needs to be completely wrinkle free. Then, lay the fabric face down and lay down the Heat n Bond on top of it, with the paper side facing up. Iron on top of the paper to adhere it to the fabric - See more at: http://www.madebymarzipan.com/?tutorial=fabric-wall-decals#sthash.OWipEX7M.dpuf

Now that you have your image, let’s get started by ironing your fabric. It needs to be completely wrinkle free. Then, lay the fabric face down and lay down the Heat n Bond on top of it, with the paper side facing up. Iron on top of the paper to adhere it to the fabric - See more at: http://www.madebymarzipan.com/?tutorial=fabric-wall-decals#sthash.OWipEX7M.dpuf

Now that you have your image, let’s get started by ironing your fabric. It needs to be completely wrinkle free. Then, lay the fabric face down and lay down the Heat n Bond on top of it, with the paper side facing up. Iron on top of the paper to adhere it to the fabric - See more at: http://www.madebymarzipan.com/?tutorial=fabric-wall-decals#sthash.OWipEX7M.dpuf

Now that you have your image, let’s get started by ironing your fabric. It needs to be completely wrinkle free. Then, lay the fabric face down and lay down the Heat n Bond on top of it, with the paper side facing up. Iron on top of the paper to adhere it to the fabric - See more at: http://www.madebymarzipan.com/?tutorial=fabric-wall-decals#sthash.OWipEX7M.dpuf

Now that you have your image, let’s get started by ironing your fabric. It needs to be completely wrinkle free. Then, lay the fabric face down and lay down the Heat n Bond on top of it, with the paper side facing up. Iron on top of the paper to adhere it to the fabric - See more at: http://www.madebymarzipan.com/?tutorial=fabric-wall-decals#sthash.OWipEX7M.dpuf

Now that you have your image, let’s get started by ironing your fabric. It needs to be completely wrinkle free. Then, lay the fabric face down and lay down the Heat n Bond on top of it, with the paper side facing up. Iron on top of the paper to adhere it to the fabric - See more at: http://www.madebymarzipan.com/?tutorial=fabric-wall-decals#sthash.OWipEX7M.dpuf

Now that you have your image, let’s get started by ironing your fabric. It needs to be completely wrinkle free. Then, lay the fabric face down and lay down the Heat n Bond on top of it, with the paper side facing up. Iron on top of the paper to adhere it to the fabric - See more at: http://www.madebymarzipan.com/?tutorial=fabric-wall-decals#sthash.OWipEX7M.dpuf

Draw your image directly on top of the paper backing. Remember that you are drawing on the BACK of your decal, so your image will be reversed when you cut it out. 

Cut out the decal. Iron once more, being sure that all of the edges are secure. Allow to cool completely, then peel off the paper backing.

  
Iron it directly onto the wall.


To remove the decal, simply peel off. It won’t take off the paint or leave any marks– BUT– you probably won’t be able to reuse the decal once it’s been removed, it loses most of its “stick.”  

I found the Heat n Bond in the sewing aisle at Walmart. It was right next to the sewing machines and was pretty inexpensive.

 I wasn't about to draw Tinker Bell free hand, so I found a silhouette my daughter liked on the computer and I printed it and cut it out.  I was really worried about the wand working because it was so thin, but here's hoping. 

After I ironed the Heat n Bond to a piece of fabric, I put the silhouette on the back of the Heat n Bond and traced it.  Then I cut that out.

This was my final product.  It turned out a lot better then I thought it would. 

I didn't want to leave any marks on the wall with the iron, so I got some scrap fabric and put it over the Tinker Bell to protect the wall. 

I ironed for about 45 seconds on high and Tinker Bell was fully stuck to the wall. 

 9 months later it was time to move again.  I gently wiggled my fingernail under Tinker Bell's foot and she came right off.  It was easier then peeling off a posted note.  

 There was a faint mark left behind, but I could only see it from a certain angle. 

The Verdict: If you actually took the time to read the post and not just skip to the end (I'm guilty of doing that) then you'll have noticed that this worked very well.  The whole project only took me 30 minutes. The only complaint I have was the small mark left behind.  Looking back I wish I had taken the time to try and wash it off, to see if I could.  But I was in moving mode and washing a wall that was going to be repainted was just extra work.

But wait! There's more!

After I got Tinker Bell off the wall, I gently put her into a scrapbook as a loving memento for my daughter..... hahaha yeah right. 

Tinker Bell was wadded up and shoved into a drawer. Apparently this will always be her fate.

 Why did she end up there?  Let me tell you.  When I took her off the wall I couldn't find any trash cans so I shoved her in a drawer thinking "the movers can deal with this." Yep, that's how I roll.  Ok, normally I'm not that lazy, but I was 7 months pregnant and moving to a new state. I was a bit tired.

Anyways..... 3 months later I found Tinker Bell and wanted to see if she would go back on the wall.  

TaaDaa!  She stuck right on good as new. 

 Now I'm off to Never Land, and by that I mean the laundry room with the never ending pile of clothes.

Postpartum Padsicles

I'm back.  Did you miss me?  I sure missed you and this blog.

I originally planned on taking a 3 month break, but I greatly miss-calculated how much of my time would be consumed by moving to a new state and having a baby. 

But we are more settled now so I figure it's time to jump back into my projects.

I saw a pin for these padsicles long before I even got pregnant.  This was my third pregnancy and the hospitals never give me enough of those cold pads that they have. And it doesn't help that they are MASSIVE.  I feel like I have a pillow in my pants. 

Postpartum Padsicles

You Will Need:
Aloe Vera
Witch Hazel
Lavender essential oil

Directions: 
Mix equal parts of aloe vera and witch hazel.  Add a few drops of lavender.  Spread a thin layer of the mixture onto a maxi pad.  Wrap the maxi pad up and place it in the freezer. 

I mixed everything up in a bowl and used 1 drop of lavender oil per tablespoon.  I added a bit more aloe vera to keep it a thick mixture, so it would be easier to spread.   I then opened up several pads and spread a layer of the mixture onto it. It was thick enough that I could see the mixture, but thin enough that it wouldn't clump. 

 I folded them back up in the same wrapper and put them in the freezer until I needed them.

The Verdict:  My first day home from the hospital I grabbed one of those babies right from the freezer and put it in my oh so attractive granny panties.

Within a few minutes I was in immense pain.  I think my sprint to the bathroom to get my pants off broke some records.

The best way I can describe it was a brain freeze on my butt.  Lesson learned, don't use the pads directly from the freezer.

I tried again, but this time I let the pad sit out for several minutes. When I put it in, awwwwwww sweet relief.

I LOVED these.  They were so soothing. They didn't stay cold very long, but the mixture on it was still very soothing. It could be coincidence, but my recovery was faster this time then my previous two pregnancy's. 

The only downside is that they were a bit messy.  Not horrible, but they did leave some residue when I changed them out. 

A little mess for immense relief?  Worth it!

A Little See Ya Later

In the next few months my family and I are going to face two very large life changes.  They are going to be time consuming and keep things a bit crazy until we can settle into our new life and adjust accordingly.

DIY projects are not going to be a priority for awhile.  So for now I bid you all a so long.  But not to worry, I will be back with crazy new adventures.

Thank you everyone for your support so far with this blog.  I appreciate every comment and every page viewed.

See you in a few months.