Here is a fun Mother’s Day gift I made a few years ago for my Mother In Law- a Block Puzzle with photos of all her kids and their families!
Me and my “long lost friend” (who used to live a mile away from me that now lives 15 miles away whom I NEVER see anymore) got together one afternoon and made these wooden block puzzles. They are simple and cute and sure to please all of the moms out there!
MATERIALS NEEDED:
9 wooden cubes, Mod Podge, sponge brush, scissors, distress ink (though I ended up not using it) and 6 pictures that are the size of 9 blocks put together, about 4″ x 4″. Supplies not shown: Ruler & Pencil
*First off, thanks to my sister in laws for keeping up awesome blogs and facebook pages so I could copy the pictures I needed. Secondly, shame on my own sisters who choose not to stay current with pictures of their families thus making me think of something else to make for mom!
DIRECTIONS:
1. On the back of your pictures, measure with a ruler the size of each block and make a grid with your pencil.Ā 2. Cut each square so your picture is now 9 separate pieces.Ā 3. Mod Podge each piece of the picture to one cube. Repeat for all other 5 pictures on the 5 other sides of each cube.4. Tie it up with some Tulle and you’re done!
So easy, even my kids helped me with it!!!
This is also a super great toy for kids, seeing as though my kids all couldn’t keep their hands off of it!
(This idea originally published on Somewhat Simple in April 2010)
This is a cute, simple idea sure to please any mom!
If I were to get HD to cut the wood for me, how big would each block be or need to be?
Ours were 2 inches squared.
Yay! Thanks Steph! I'm going to practice. Can't wait!
Thanita
Thanita-
Check out Amy's site:
http://modpodgerocks.blogspot.com/
She has instructions and tips and explains it way better than I can!
Good luck and HAVE FUN WITH IT!!!
This is too cute. I have a seemingly stupid question. How does one "Mod Podge"? I bought the stuff but the most I've done with it is get it through my front door. It intimidates me. Not sure how to use it. Help! This would make a great father's day gift!
Thanita
yes, I did mod podge the top too.
Great idea! I was at a lose for what to do for my mom and m-i-l this year. Quick question, did you mod podge on top of the photos too?
Wow – I feel like a celebrity being mentioned on your blog! š I'm looking forward to our next crafting get together!
I love this idea! It turned out great! I just posted about my MIL's gift as well, hope she doesn't see it either š
Love this idea… and I think my kids would love it too. Thanks for the HD tip!
So cute! And fun. I want a craft day twise a month with a friend. Maybe I need to start that up!
So cute Stephanie! I love it!
Hi I just found your blog and BlogFrog group today, and am so glad I did! Love your ideas…I think I might even try my hand at your photo cubes for a Mother's Day gift! I hope you're having a wonderful day, and again, nice to meet you!
love it! would be a great gift for a kid too!
So cute. My MIL would love that too.
That is a darling idea and it's going to be a hit with your MIL!
Nancy
What a great idea!!! So stinkin' cute!!!
The HD for blocks is a great idea. Much cheaper than buying a bag of pre-made blocks!
Super cute idea. She's gonna love it!
God's blessings,
Sarah š
Such a cute idea. I'm sure your mother in law will love it!
Love being a Nonny-
You can buy the wood at Michaels, Hobby Lobby, and other craft stores- but their cubes are about a buck a piece. Best thing to do is go to Home Depot, buy a long piece of wood for a couple bucks and have them cut it for you. You'll have a ton of blocks for a lot of other fun projects!
What a fun idea! Thanks for sharing.
Great idea!
I want to make this for my granddaughter…where do I get the wooden cubes? Michaels? Hobby Lobby?
This is a great idea! Thanks for sharing