I can’t believe it is December already! Are you getting ready for Christmas? We only have 26 days from Thanksgiving to Christmas this year, not much time to get all the decorating done, cookies baked and presents purchased and wrapped. So I made these cute Countdown to Christmas Frames to help keep track of how many days until we Celebrate.
I thought this would be a creative way to have a countdown or advent calendar without taking up a lot of space.
The first step is to find the paper that you will be using for your background. Once you have your paper, cut it to fit the size frame you are using. Once you cut your paper then you can decide where you will be placing the chalkboard square for the number. I speak of this from experience, since each background of mine were different, I placed the chalkboard square in different places.
I used my graph lined cutting mat to line up where to place the tape so I could make sure that my lines were straight.
Cover up the remaining glass so you don’t get the over-spray all over the glass.
I used Cameron ( my Silhouette Cameo) and vinyl to make my letters.
I made 3 different frames since these are going to my shop to sell for the Christmas season.
Which one do you like?
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Susan@organized31 says
The silver one is my favorite, it’s so sophisticated.
DesignedByBH says
Thanks for linking this up to Twirl & Take a Bow!!!! 🙂
Antonella says
Very cute project, love the way you created this and the chalkboard paint for the countdown!
I saw your project on the Inspire Us Thursday where I am also partying with my
Quilled Christmas Tree
Santa Gift Card Tutorial
I’d love it if you stopped by.
Hugs, Antonella 🙂
Designed Decor says
Antonella, Thanks for coming over. I stopped by your blog and love the Quilled Christmas tree. This must take a lot of time a patience to roll all of that paper? Have a great evening!
Denise... On a Whim says
This is a really cute idea! My kids are constantly asking me how many days until Christmas (or any special event for that matter! lol). I may need to make one of these!
Designed Decor says
Denise, you can use the same frame and change out the paper to count down for other fun dates like vacation, or days until the end of school etc. it doesn’t take up space so it is a great way to keep a count down, you can even hang it on a wall!
DesignedByBH says
These are such a great idea! I think my favorite part, though, might be the fact that you named your Cameo… 🙂
Pinning!
– Brooke –
Designed Decor says
Brooke, I figured I was going to use my Cameo often so I wanted to name it. I chose to name it a mans name as they are not as emotional as women so now I know my Cameo will work when I need it to not when it wants too. Lol!
Linda says
This is darling!! Great work. Have a wonderful week. Linda
Crystal says
Super cute!! I love the snowflakes!! Love it!!
Designed Decor says
Thanks Crystal! Have a great day!