paper flags: what a bangin' Tuesday.

Happy Valentine's Day, to all of the weirdos who celebrate this holiday!

If you don't... Happy Tuesday, February 14th!

I don't *think* I need to worry about any friends joining the flood of engagement announcements on Facebook, so that's a plus.

Boys, never propose on Valentine's Day. Just... don't. Choose a unique, unpredictable day. Don't make us talk about you behind your back.

Anyway... today, I cut my own bangs. My friends are probably cringing as they read this because they have vivid memories of the last time I cut my own hair.

1.) What is this face? No seductive pose could have made this haircut look any better.
2.) Short bangs and black hair. I was trying to emulate Shannyn Sossamon's hair in "Wristcutters." It clearly did not work.
3.) Let's not talk about this time in my life ever again.

I had an appointment to get my bangs cut by a professional this time. However, I wasn't feeling well so I decided to skip and cut my own. It turned out much better than the last attempt. (I think?)

I really am this pale. No illusion.

On to the projects....

A co-worker really liked this print that Kelly posted a few days ago-

via happydeliveries on Etsy

He asked if I could make something similar for his girlfriend, so I worked on my idea last night & this morning.

It's nowhere near the quality or perfection of the above print, but I think it turned out just fine.

I painted the canvas a dark red.

I used 2" vinyl letters and positioned the quote. I then painted over the entire canvas with white paint.

After the paint had dried, I peeled off the letters using my X-Acto knife. Some letters required a little tracing of the knife to avoid peeling paint.

Touch-ups were definitely necessary.

The final product!

I've made a couple of these in the past:

a romantic, personalized note to a stranger I found in an old book

I love the imperfections and I actually prefer them that way.
My friend found something similar in Hobby Lobby, so I told her I would make it instead. She actually doesn't know I made this back in December. I have yet to see her to hand it over!

Remember this necklace from a few posts back? I made one for Kelly today! I think I might just make one for myself, too.

I ordered the copper-plated steel pieces from Etsy. I purchased the chain, jump rings (regular & heavy gauge,) and lobster clasps at Hobby Lobby.

Finished!

I actually ordered several different pieces of steel from the same site, so I plan on making additional necklaces & earrings. I'll let everyone know when those are complete. I'm sure I wouldn't mind selling a few :)

Now... some Valentine's Day love for all my single ladies & gentlemen out there --