I need a creative idea for a gift. My mom's birthday is coming up and she loves the beach, so I want to do something with sand so she can enjoy it wherever we are. I have the sand, but I need help fast because this craft has to be finished by Thursday!!
Please help somebody!!
http://www.google.com/search?q=make+sand+pictures&rls=com.microsoft:en-us:IE-SearchBox&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&sourceid=ie7&rlz=1I7SUNA
There are several ideas here that might work.
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Well, one of the main things my Mom likes about the beach is the white sand, so I don't really want to color it. Thanks for the ideas though.
How about a miniature Zen garden? Although these sites are trying to sell these miniature gardens, I'm sure you can get several ideas for making your own.
http://www.garden-gifts.com/zen.htm
http://www.zengarden.co.za/
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Sure! Here's a creative idea for a gift using the sand that your mom will love. You can create a personalized beach-themed photo frame using the sand. Here's how you can do it:
1. First, find a plain wooden or cardboard photo frame. You can either buy one from a craft store or use an old one that you already have.
2. Clean the frame and remove any dust or dirt.
3. Apply a layer of glue or decoupage medium to one side of the frame. Make sure to cover the entire surface evenly.
4. Sprinkle the sand onto the glued area and gently press it down to make sure it sticks. You can pour the sand over a paper plate or a plastic tray to make it easier to collect the excess sand.
5. Let the glue dry for a few hours or according to the instructions of the adhesive you are using.
6. Once the first layer is dry, you can repeat the process on the other sides of the frame.
7. After all the sides are covered in sand and dried, you can add some decorative elements to the frame. You can glue seashells, starfish, or small pebbles onto the sand-covered surface to enhance the beach theme.
8. Lastly, insert a special photo of your mom or your family into the frame, and your personalized beach-themed photo frame gift is ready.
Remember, you can personalize the frame even more by using sand from a beach that your mom loves or adding a handwritten note or quote about the beach.
I hope this idea helps you create a unique and meaningful gift for your mom's birthday. Enjoy crafting and have a great celebration!