The Letter S

My husband is starting to feel like I think everyone has the inability to recall the letters of the alphabet, and what certain objects are - as I'm labeling everything! He joked the other day (actually, I think he was serious), about how he was so glad I put the sign on the laundry room door, as he'd forgotten what room that was! I should clarify that this is the room that he passes through each and every day on the way out the door in the morning and on the way in the door in the evening, from the garage. So, I was on to him - I knew he was poking some fun at me! Still, having the very coveted Cricut machine in my possession makes me "itchy" to label, label, and label some more! 

To calm my husband's nerves a bit, I decided I'd switch things up a bit - and put away the Cricut (for a little while), pack up my chalkboard labels and work with something new - not sure if it'll work! I have seen many times before, large letters covered in moss or vines, draped in ribbons, and flowers and just plain beautiful in my mind. So, I decided I needed one! I purchased the letter S from Hobby Lobby, searched the aisles for moss and my other favorite - Eileen's Tacky Spray, and off to create I went!

Had I known how "sticky" this project was going to be, I would have certainly picked up some rubber gloves in my outing! Nevertheless, I forged forward. Here's how I started.....

Next time, I will cover the letter in florist tape, so there's a bit of green there to begin with. 

I sprayed the letter with the Tacky Spray and starting spreading the moss on top. I used a bit of both packages as it gave a little dimension. After peeling the glue from my fingers, I set the letter in the sun to dry.

The finalized product just needed to be "dressed" a bit. Next time, I think the letter should be the larger size. 

Have a great weekend!

Michelle