Create Lasting Memories for Mom

Make time stand still for mom this Mother's Day with a gift from the heart created especially for her. Capture a snapshot of a special time and showcase favourite childhood artifacts she will cherish forever.

MEMORABLE ART
Display icons of life's special memories in a simple shadow box: from coveted seashells, exotic postcards or earned badges; to rare stamps, unique coins or her first rose. The inspiration is endless for art that is priceless.

What you'll need

Tools

• mitre saw 1038-273 or 1347-890
• measuring tape 1048-967
• hammer 1030-308
• hot glue gun 2047-144
• paint brush 1614-462

Materials

• 1" x 2" pine (6')
• 1/8" hardboard (14" x 14")
• 1 1/2" finishing nails 2130-134
• picture hanging kit 2352-723
• carpenter's glue 2020-173
• sanding block 1061-406
• Beauti-Tone flat black paint 946 mL 1835-447
• hot glue sticks 2047-234

Here's how

1. Cut the pine with mitred corners to fit the outside dimension of the hardboard. Glue and nail the corners to assemble the frame.
2. Glue and nail the hardboard backing to the frame.
3. Sand smooth and paint with flat black paint. Let dry.
4. Attach the hanger hardware on the back.
5. Secure your mementos in position on the frame with hot glue.
   
   

MAKE A GREAT IMPRESSION!
Cast a one of a kind original art

What you'll need

• plaster of Paris 1626-333
• sanding block 1061-406
• Play-Doh 7242-340
• parchment paper 4411-292
• white spray lacquer 1730-121
• cooking spray

Here's how

1. Flatten the Play-Doh to form a pancake shape on parchment paper.
2. To make a mould, press the child's hand or foot into the Play-Doh, leaving a good impression.
3. Spray the Play-Doh mould with spray paint. Let dry.
4. Spray the painted mould with cooking spray. Mix the plaster of Paris to the package directions and pour to cover the entire mould. Let harden.
5. Remove the plaster cast from the parchment paper. Pull out the Play-Doh mould. Sand or cut excess plaster to desired shape.
6. Secure the cast in position on the frame (frame instructions above) with hot glue.