Wednesday, March 24, 2010

The Dollar Store Challenge

The Dollar Store Challenge was certainly a challenge. But I was committed to make something and posting it. I chose an Easter theme and made a cross. I used a glass from a picture frame $1, flat glass marbles $1, a napkin holder to hold up the glass $1 and a miniture plaque $1. I didn't have any hot glue sticks so I used doube sided tape I had on hand.I taped the vertcal part of the cross with three 3 in a column and 12 rows. There are 9 in the row for the horizontal part of the cross with 3 in each column. I taped a few accent pieces on each side of the cross and I taped the plaque at the top which reads "Prayer is how I'll make it through Lord, these prayers I give to you."

Accepting this challenge took me out of my comfort zone which is designing jewelry. I will certainly try another challenge again so I can continue to stretch myself. I'm looking forward to seeing what everyone else came up with.






God bless,
Designs by Jenean

8 comments:

Grace @ Ruby Moon Designs said...

Wasn't it fun to be challenged and have creativity "forced" upon you?!! I had fun too! Great job!


Blessings, Grace

Decor To Adore said...

What a great project! You are a clever and crafty girl. Happy Spring!

KimMalk said...

I like the idea of using the glass - smart, as well as those pretty marbles.

Stephanie Lynn @Under the Table and Dreaming said...

What a beautiful project - Love the marbles - Gorgeous!

Designs by Jenean said...

I'd like to thank everyone for the compliments and yes Grace it is fun to have creativity "forced" upon you ;-) After viewing everyone else's work I'll be right back at the dollar store trying out new projects. How fun!!!

Judi said...

What a clever idea ~ I'm sure the light reflects beautifully through the marbles too :) Judi

Jess @ Just a Blink said...

What a nice way to have a decorator style cross. I hope your project brings your eyes to the Lord on many occasions!

Designs by Jenean said...

Thanks for the continued compliments and I like you tsbe setting Jess, very creative.