Spring Photo Frame

Show off those beautiful spring memories in this fun photo frame!

Spring brings lots of photo worthy events: Easter, spring break, Mother's Day, and prom. This spring-themed frame will let you show off those beautiful photos!

You will need:

• Joy® Iron-On Embroidered Numbers - White, or colored
• Acrylic photo frame
• Ready-made felt embellishments
• Buttons
• Extra-strength craft tape or hot glue

1. Arrange then apply the numbers and embellishments to the frame using hot glue or extra-strength craft tape for a frame that is ready for your closeup!
2. Option: Look for matching, Joy letter shop sheets to add a month to your frame!

Look for Joy iron-on embroidered number sheets at your local craft stores.

Herb Pots that Bring JOY!

Trying to eat healthier is a whole lot easier when you can cook with fresh herbs!

Herbs bring a bright finishing touch to any home-cooked meal. I like to keep my favorite herbs in pots in the kitchen, so they are within easy reach to use in recipes. These herb pots labeled with JOY Embroidered Letters are the perfect accent. 

You will need:

• Joy® Iron-on embroidered Classic Monograms - Black
• Tombow MONO Multi Liquid Glue
• Terra Cotta Pots and Saucers - Rose Pots 4" (3)
• White Acrylic Craft Paint
• Paper Towels, Water and your favorite Herbs

Instructions:

1. Wet the pots and saucers under a running faucet. Apply white craft paint with a damp paper towel in a random and streaky fashion. Set aside to dry.

2. Peel the letters from the JOY Classic Monograms sheet to spell the name of each herb. Since the terra cotta cannot be ironed on, I used the fine tip of the MONO Multi Liquid Glue to apply a small amount to the back of each letter and then set them in place by hand on each pot.

Here is a close-up photo.

These Herb Pots will bring Joy and deliciousness to your kitchen!

Look for Joy® iron-on embroidered letters at your local craft. There are lots of different fonts, sizes and colors.  White letters can easily be colored using dye, markers, paint, etc.

Cute Kitty Slippers

Make cute kitty slippers even cuter with some Joy® Iron-on Embroidered Letters!

You will need:

• Joy® Iron-on Embroidered Letter sheet - Turquoise
• Character Slippers
• Iron, or
• Fabric glue

Ironing letters onto a soft surface like the cuff of a slipper can be a little tricky.  To make it a little easier, wrap a towel around an empty cardboard roll, then insert into each sock. Iron the letters onto one sock at a time referring to the directions on the back of the packaging, but you may find it easier to use fabric glue to adhere the letters when making this project.

Joy® iron-on, embroidered letters and numbers are available in a variety of sizes, colors, and fonts at your local craft stores.

The Boss's Bag

My daughter recently got a wonderful promotion at work and I wanted to get her something to carry her files back and forth from the office. I thought that "The Boss" would be a great slogan for her new bag. I ordered a fun bag then grabbed some Joy embroidered Letters.

You will need:

• Joy Embroidered Letters in white
• Bag 
• Iron and pressing cloth
• Tombow brush marker to color the letters if desired

This project was super simple!

1. Select the letters then color with a brush marker to contrast with the colors of the bag.
2. Place your letters on the bag and press in place following the directions on the JOY blog.
3. Fill with your favorite supplies! 

For small projects like this I love using my ironing pad. It is small enough to tuck away when I am done and perfect for protecting my counter top.

White letters can be colored/dyed using pretty much anything. I think I have tried them all!  For this project I grabbed a brush marker and colored the letters before adding the to the project. Be sure you pressing cloth is something you don't mind getting dirty because sometimes inks can transfer.

You can find Joy® iron-on embroidered letters in a variety of fonts at your local craft stores.

Little Soccer Fan

Soccer Season is upon us...  Do you have your shirt ready?

With Joy® Iron-on Embroidered Letters you'll be ready for Game Day in no time.

 To make the "Little Soccer Fan" shirt you will need:

• Iron On Embroidered Letters - Cooper White
• Iron On Embroidered Letters - LetterShop White
• Cotton T-Shirt

1. Set iron to cotton setting, approx. 350°, or follow garment care label.
2. Remove letters from sheet.  
3. Remove protective covering from the Cooper White letters then position on the t-shirt.
4. Cover letters with a fine cloth.  With firm pressure, iron over the letters for 30 seconds.
5. Turn t-shirt inside out and iron the back of the letters for 30 seconds.
6. Allow to cool for 1 minute before handling.
   

   
   

   Play Ball!

You can find Joy iron-on embroidered letters and letter sheets at your local craft store. They're available in different colors and sizes and the white ones can be colored!

My Garden Book

No matter the size, big or small...everyone loves to plant in the garden!

There is just something so  rewarding to see what you planted, come to life! I created this garden journal to help me remember what and when I planted, as well as to illustrate my garden as it comes to life..

You will need:

• Joy® Embroidered Iron-On Letter Sheet- in Aqua or White (if you want to color your own).
• Tacky Glue
• Notebook with pages and pockets
• Floral Washi tape

The front of the notebook had a embossed floral design which I accented with watercolors.

I then glued the embroidered letters in place down the left side.

Washi tape can be used to create the page tabs as well as decorative accents.

Joy® Iron-on, embroidered letters are available in a variety of sizes, colors and fonts at your local craft stores.

Signs of SPRING!

Spring is a beautiful time of year!  Time for some new decor!

To make the Spring mini signs you'll need:

• Joy® iron-on letter sheet - white
• mini sign holders:  1.5 x 2"; package of 10  
• coordinating memory papers (this is a good project to use up scraps)
• mulberry paper flowers:  1.5", multiple colors
• Adhesive
• paper trimmer
• wire cutter

1.  Cut one 1-1/2" x 2" rectangle of one memory paper.  Slide the paper between the panels of one mini sign with the pattern showing through the front of the frame.  Repeat with each of the selected papers.

2.  Pick the embroidered letters out of the package to spell SPRING.  Adhere one letter at the center of each frame. 

3.  Cut the excess wire off each of the paper flowers. Arrange and adhere to the frames.  I thought they needed a little more so I added some tiny berry sprigs to finish the project.

4.  These letters can be colored with dye, paint, markers and more.  Check out the instructions on the package to find out how.  You can also add glitter by covering each letter with tacky glue then sprinkling with glitter.  Shake off excess glitter and let dry.

Look for Joy® iron-on embroidered alphabet letter sheets at your local craft store.

DIY Monogram Wedding Plaque

Wedding season is almost here! 

This quick and easy wood plaque would make a great gift for a wedding or anniversary gift. Or, have it do double duty as party decor! You can change out the colors of the plaque and the style of flowers to match any wedding or anniversary theme or color.

Supplies:

• Joy® Iron-on Embroidered Letters - large monogram and silver letters sheet. 
• Wood plaque
• Faux flowers and greenery
• Craft glue
• Ribbon

Instructions:

1. Glue large monogram to the center of the wood plaque.

2. Glue embroidered letters beneath the large monogram, establishing the date of the wedding or anniversary.

3. Glue embellishments (faux flowers and greenery) around the monogram and date.
4. Thread decorative ribbon through holes at top of plaque and hang in a place of honor.

Look for Joy® iron-on embroidered letters at your local craft stores.

Personalized Cowgirl Hat

Ready for the rodeo - every little girl needs a personalized cowgirl hat!

This is so easy to make. All you have to do is to add you favorite Joy® iron-on letters and a hat and you are ready to enjoy the rodeo!

You will need:

• Joy® Iron-on Baby Monogram Letters - Pink
• Coyboy hat
• Burlap flower
• Fabric strip for a band
• Glue

1. Following directions on the back of the package, iron the letters in place on the strip of fabric.
2. Glue the strip of fabric around the brim of the hat then glue the flower to one side.

3. Enjoy dressing up as a cowgirl!

     Enjoy this short video on how to make this adorable hat for this special little lady.

Look for Joy® iron-on embroidered letters and numbers at your favorite craft store. They're available in different sizes, colors and fonts, suitable for every occasion.

Tropical Birthday Banner

My youngest granddaughter is turning one this month. The theme is flamingos, so I created this bright tropical banner to tie onto her high chair.

You will need:
Joy® Iron-on letters, 3" script

Fabric Paint and stiff nylon fabric brush
Kunin® Friendly felt - green
Kunin® Classic felt - 2-4 bright colors
Fabric in bright colors for the strips
Burlap ribbon or string
Die cut machine - flower and leaf dies
Hot glue and glue gun
Brush, scissors

Instructions:

1.  Paint the letters while still on the backing, using a pouncing motion with a stiff brush.

2.  Cut 3 leaves and 6 or more flowers from felt.  To create a tropical leaf pattern draw a heart-shaped leaf, then draw around your finger to create the indentations.

3. Cut the string to desired length. Tear 1" strips of fabric then tie onto the string (or ribbon) with either a lark's head, or simple knot.
4. Iron or glue one letter to each leaf.  Use hot glue to adhere the leaves to the garland.  Add flowers as desired.
5. Tie around the front of a high chair or display on a table or wall.  Enjoy the party!

Joy® Iron-on letters are available individually, or in sheets in a variety of colors, sizes and fonts at your local craft stores.