In honor of this joyous season we're having a "Deck the Halls" Crawl in which each Design Team member will be showcasing a Christmas or holiday themed home decor project - all made using a Cricut of coarse! I'm the first stop on the crawl, and I'm so glad that you have found your way here.
I have been using these glass blocks for about 3-4 years now, but this is the first year that I have been able to decorate one using a Cricut! I have to say, it's so much easier! If you are looking for a quick and easy project with maximum "ooohh, aaahhh" factor, this is the project for you. I made these for a boutique that I participated in recently - hence the price tags. Incidentally, don't mind the price. I know, I know - I was practically giving them away. I was mostly looking to use up some supplies that I had on hand.
I bought these blocks at Home Depot and my husband was good enough to drill the hole in the back so I could put the Christmas lights in. In order to do that you have to have a diamond tip drill bit, and quite honestly, it's a bit of a pain. Thankfully, a lot of craft stores sell these blocks with the holes already in them, and some even with slits in them so you can use the blocks as a piggy bank. Isn't that a good idea? I might have to try that...
Cricut Cartridge: Create a Critter (Peace), Beyond Birthdays (Peace on Earth), Winter Frolic (Merry & Bright and Frosty)
Ribbon: Costco
Battery operated LED lights: IKEA (go after Christmas and stock up when they're 75% off)
Vinyl: Roberts Crafts
And now it's your turn. We would love to see your Christmas/holiday themed home decor projects that you have made using your Cricut. And when you're done, make sure to link up your project to FCCB's Fantabulous Cricut Crawl post to be entered into the contest!
If you just happened upon my blog today - welcome! If you would like to join in with the Fantabulous Cricut Crawl, you can here. Make sure to check out each DT member's blog for some awesome inspiration! Some DT members will have PRIZES along the way, AND there will be a Grand Prize up for grabs at FCCB for one participant that submits a "Deck The Halls" project at FCCB!
The next step on the crawl is Angela at Simple Creations Paper Crafts!
72 comments:
What an adorable idea! I love the fact that they light up and all the different cartridge you used. I love the ribbons as well!!
Such a fabulous idea.......with lights too, how cool is that!
Love this idea!
Beautiful way to light up your home! Great idea!
This is so pretty.. I am going to have to check out home depot...
lauraleed48atlivedotca
What a great idea!
I love your blocks. TFS!
Christel
onescrappinsista.blogspot.com
What a cute idea! This is now a new project on my list of many! :) Thank you.
Beautiful blocks. I will have to try this. TFS
love it. my project list keeps getting bigger and bigger...lol
they are so cute!
rmini@satx.rr.com
hmm, cute... aLWAYS WONDERED WHAT TO DO WITH THOSE BLOCKS. Dawn RI
abosoffit@hotmail.com
These are so pretty! I love that they have lights in them too!
Incredible, i love your blocks. i have seen these before but none compare to these. They are so classy looking. Thanks for sharing. Dee
Oh pretty, pretty I have a block with lights already but never even thought to put a cutout onto it. Now gotta go create. LOL Hugs Alesia
Love those blocks! TFS!
pam_lash at yahoo dot com
Love your blocks they are a great idea.
I did this one year but I think I'll go re visit the decoration part of it and do something with my ricut. I really like the way yours turned out!
This is my first time visiting your blog. Love it here.
Cute idea! I need to go get me a few of those blocks!
Those are beautiful, great job.
Beautiful! TFS!!!
qtme2003 at yahoo dot ca
I love the fact that they light up
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Rebecca Minor
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What a great project. Thank you for sharing
I loved the blocks what a cool simple, beautiful idea
Perderg@q.com
Love these blocks! yours are Fantabulous! :)
Jill (aka The Scrapoholic) FCCB DT Memeber
These are all super cute. My favorite one has to be the frosty one! The layering is beautiful!
Olivia
ojdorman@gmail.com
what a cute idea! Thanks for sharing :-)
calbekah@aol.com
These turned out fabulous. LOVE them especially the "FROSTY" one. It's probably because of the different shape.
TFS,
Erin
Love your blocks, they all look great.
wow those are awsome. you really did a great job!
angie
http://scrappindiva-angie.blogspot.com/
THese are so beautiful and so creative! Thank you so much for sharing! Such a great gift idea!
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These are gorgeous!! You (and your husband!) have done such a fantastic job!
I totally love these! What a great gift to give someone!
These are adorable! It's a cool idea for then we move into our new house. And you can make a few to go with each season!
I love these. I helped my sister make one last year. Would love to recieve one as a gift.Love them all!
I love your projects! I've been wanting to create one of my own! Thanks for the inspiration!
I love the glass blocks decorated like this. thanks for sharing
motherloves3 at hotmail dot com
Wow, this is cool. I can't believe the glass didn't crack when you used a drill, even with the right bit and care:) Love it:) I think I will look for ones with the holes already!!! TFS:)
~Madison www.funkycards.blogspot.com
Lovely idea!! Would make a great gift! thanks for sharing!!!
I've always wanted to try one of those, thanks for the inspiration!
I love your blocks!! I made one too--Fellow DT :)
The lighted blocks are wonderful. I think I'll make a couple for my windows.
i havent attempted one of these yet, but they are gorgeous..i especially like the blue frosty one :) thanks fr the inspiration :)
Cute. I am etching blocks as Christmas gifts. Maybe I will try vinyl once I get my cricut for Christmas.
vndlewis at rocketmail dot com
I really love these blocks very pretty
Love your blocks, they are so fun to do:)
Tanya
phenis2031 at yahoo dot com
Love your blocks, they are so fun to do:)
Tanya
phenis2031 at yahoo dot com
Love those blocks. So pretty. I have one and love it. Wish I had more (if I didn't have to store them.
Very cute!!!! Thanks for the inspiration. I'm gonna have to be on the look out for these blocks.
Absolutely beautiful, and oh so fun!
These glass blocks are so pretty.
Fellow FCCB DT
OMGOSH I love these! I so want to make some or a BUNCH! I wish I had a craft store nearby... that could be bad ;)
These glass blocks are awesome!!!
Love your lighted block!!!Great for a kids room.Love your blog.TFS
Rosebud222222222@aol.com
Oh this looks wonderful, Great idea!!
miller896042atbellsouth.net
I keep saying I'm going to make some of these. You just made me want to again. Very pretty.
This is such a great idea! TFS!
ra6352 (at) gmail (dot) com
Very pretty lighted blocks! TFS!
Glenda http://glendascards.blogspot.com/
I love those glass blocks! I need to try some myself!
What a great idea, I will have to see if we have a diamond bit to drill rhe block. Your project is simple but elegant.
Kathy
Katsews at gmail dotcom
What a great idea! Love the different cuts you used!
awesome projects they look so cool! tfs.
-jamie
babyblueangel_30@yahoo.com
Just love the way you did these glass blocks. TFS
I really love the blocks -- esp the Frosty one. TFS
stacy at mycraftingtime dot com
This is such a great idea! They look amazing!! I love how you decorated and the bows are too cute!!
Happy Holidays!
Fellow FCCB DT member
Great idea!
These are all so very pretty, makes me want to run out to Home Depot and get some blocks. TFS
jennyplace26@gmail.com
These are adorable decorative items, love that they actually light up.
Kim xXx
very cute blocks !!! I did some for halloween and love the idea !
www.scrappinwithmybug.com
What a bright idea! I'll be headed to Ikea after Christmas any way.
This turned out super dooper cute.
Hugs,
Raven
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