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Beneath My Heart

Look what I made! I love it!

DIY projects

22 Jul

I have been dying to share this cute little project with you.

I got the inspiration from Ballard Designs magazine when I saw these cute little magnetic boards hanging above a desk.

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I thought they definitely looked like a project I could create without the expensive $39.00 a piece price tag! (That’s $120.00 for the set, ladies, ouch!)

So I stored the idea in the back of my head.

This past week at work, my sweet boss, Mandy, asked me to help her re-do her office.

I teach music for a wonderful Mom’s Day Out program 2 days a week. My boys are there with me, and I absolutely love the chance to get out of the house and do something “different”. I have been blessed to work there for 4 years. It is at a wonderful church, and I truly love working in God’s house. I have never considered it “work”, but an honor to serve those precious little children and their families!

So when Mandy asked for my help, I was thrilled. Of course, she was thinking I could help her organize her materials and supplies, but I was thinking of painting the walls, hanging pictures, lamps, rugs, etc.! Oh the places my mind goes…

Well, I did talk her into painting the walls (since 3 of the walls were beige, one was blue, and there was a hideous flower border on top!)

Now I immediately thought about those Ballard’s Designs magnetic boards for her walls. It was a great opportunity to try out my idea.

I went out and got my materials and look at the result…

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I LOVE THEM! And so does Mandy!

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I’m going to add a cute little monogrammed “M” to the middle board.

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What do you think?

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They’re magnetic, so you can hang cards, notes, or pictures on them!

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I had so much fun making them, that I decided to add these to my Etsy store. Do you think they will sell?

So I will be making lots of different kinds for my store in the next couple of weeks. Of course I will have to find some great PINK material for little girls (or big girls!) to add to my shop. I also want to make one covered in burlap! Love it!

Wouldn’t these be great for offices and dorm rooms?

I will let you know when I get them on Etsy to sell.

I will be selling them for less than HALF of what they sell for at Ballard Designs!

Leave a comment today and your name will be entered in my 4th Christmas in July giveaway for one of these…

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Click on my “Christmas in July” button in my sidebar for more information about how to win.

***I am linking this post to DIY at A Soft Place to Land. Go over there to check out other great projects.

Have a blessed day!

Traci

40 Comments

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Comments

  1. Chele says

    July 22, 2009 at 9:40 am

    That is an awesome idea! They turned out really good! Now I've got something added to my many wish lists! LOL. Have a blessed day and thank you for sharing this! :)

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  2. southerninspiration says

    July 22, 2009 at 9:59 am

    Yes, those are indeed adorable!! Great job…they look so nice!

    Suzanne

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  3. Anita@Theycallmejammi says

    July 22, 2009 at 10:05 am

    Cute idea…I think they are very marketable. Good job on recreating them.

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  4. frillsfluffandtrucks says

    July 22, 2009 at 10:37 am

    Those are really cute! Great job!

    ~ Sarah

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  5. Pat @ My Tattered Elegance says

    July 22, 2009 at 11:11 am

    I love the idea and they look so sweet on the wall. You should do good with them. Best of luck.
    Smiles,
    Pat

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  6. Blondie's Journal says

    July 22, 2009 at 11:50 am

    It is so great when you can take an idea and run with it, especially if you add your own little "mark". These boards are great! What did you use for the magnetic part? Duh, sounds like a dumb question, but I am curious!!

    And hey!! Thanks for your visit! :-)

    xoxo
    Jane

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  7. Jen Gillespie says

    July 22, 2009 at 12:28 pm

    Super cute! And I love that they are magnetic instead of say cork board, so the fabric isn't ruined. I definitely think they will sell!

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  8. Imitating Irene/Ethnic Girl says

    July 22, 2009 at 12:41 pm

    I love these. I think they will sell. Very impressive.

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  9. Deanna says

    July 22, 2009 at 2:38 pm

    DARLING!
    DARLING!
    DARLING!

    Way to go,
    D

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  10. Lisa says

    July 22, 2009 at 2:40 pm

    These are great! Have I told you about my GIVEAWAY? If I did, I'm sorry to repeat it. But if not, visit my blog and enter! Great boards–you did a nice job!

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  11. Its So Very Cheri says

    July 22, 2009 at 2:50 pm

    I linked to you today: http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zxD_fl1uzgU/SmWjRnILZtI/AAAAAAAACmI/ChgtdBTIIZs/s320/Bird+Nest+3.jpg

    Cheri

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  12. Julia says

    July 22, 2009 at 3:02 pm

    That's a lovely idea brought to fruition Traci! Very cute!

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  13. Michelle says

    July 22, 2009 at 3:30 pm

    Cute and clever, too. Yeah, I think they'll sell. :)

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  14. Rhonda says

    July 22, 2009 at 4:48 pm

    Hey Traci! I love them all! Yes, they will sale! Very nice! Have a wonderful day!

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  15. Marie says

    July 22, 2009 at 6:05 pm

    Hello Traci – what a great job you did on these! I saw them in the catalog too and admired them. I would love one of yours! I think my fave is the plaid one. Thank you for sharing!

    Blessings,
    Marie
    http://emmacallsmemama.com

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  16. Sandi (Meme) says

    July 22, 2009 at 7:15 pm

    Those are great. You are too creative!

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  17. Victoria says

    July 22, 2009 at 7:42 pm

    Love these! Are you going to be sharing a tutorial? ;)

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  18. fallingforwinter says

    July 22, 2009 at 8:35 pm

    So cute. What a wonderful idea. They look beautiful.

    http://fallingforwinter.blogspot.com/

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  19. Leann says

    July 22, 2009 at 9:38 pm

    They are terrific! I'd like to see how you did it too?!

    Please stop by The Old Parsonage anytime, I love company!

    Enjoy!
    Leann

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  20. VintageCrafter says

    July 22, 2009 at 10:24 pm

    These are too cute! What a great project!

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  21. Sara says

    July 22, 2009 at 10:52 pm

    Stopping by via ASPTL. Love these! I don't have an office, but you could make them for me anyway. ;-)

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  22. Its So Very Cheri says

    July 22, 2009 at 10:55 pm

    If you do a link back to me, let me know and I will be sure to do a post about everyone who did a link back (more coverage for you).

    Cheri

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  23. Funky Junk Interiors says

    July 23, 2009 at 12:37 am

    Adorable!!!

    Donna

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  24. Katie says

    July 23, 2009 at 1:07 am

    These are really great! I love that you can go whatever style route you like just by swapping out the fabric.

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  25. Kath' says

    July 23, 2009 at 9:16 am

    Tutorial please… They are adorable.. I didnt see them for sale yet.. ttys Kath'

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  26. Laurel @ Ducks in a Row says

    July 23, 2009 at 9:23 am

    These are so cute – great idea.

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  27. Kristi says

    July 23, 2009 at 10:34 am

    Wow! They are incredible. I'm thinking about making some for my classroom! Thank you for sharing this today!!!

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  28. Kim says

    July 23, 2009 at 11:42 am

    Nice! They look just as great as Ballard's! Yes, OUCH – $120?!

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  29. Stephanie says

    July 23, 2009 at 12:44 pm

    LOL, I have these on my try to recreate list too. LOVE how yours turned out! :)

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  30. Judy says

    July 23, 2009 at 3:42 pm

    I'm thinking these are tooooo cute! I saw them in the Ballards catalog too and thought maybe I'd try my hand at making one (or a couple) but let me know when you get them on your etsy site.

    Hugs!
    Judy

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  31. Nicole @ BugaBoos says

    July 23, 2009 at 6:39 pm

    So pretty and what a great idea! Love it!

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  32. Cindy (Applestone Cottage) says

    July 23, 2009 at 8:02 pm

    Traci,
    These are so wonderful! I love how you did them, the material you chose is just the cutest! You are one talented girl and I love my gingerbread family ! Hugs, Cindy

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  33. lil mama says

    July 23, 2009 at 10:40 pm

    So super cute!!! Don't you just love when you see something that's way overpriced and automatically know you can make it yourself? :) Love 'em!

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  34. Country Wings in Phoenix says

    July 23, 2009 at 11:11 pm

    Oh Traci!
    These are just beautiful. You did such a wonderful job. The colors are so beautiful, and they just look to pretty to be functional. Thank you for stopping by. I just love to meet new friends. I'll definitely be watching your blog as you have so many beautiful crafty and fun things to do. Country hugs and love, Sherry

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  35. Queenmothermamaw says

    July 23, 2009 at 11:34 pm

    I am a Kentucky blogger and found you on Sherry's blog. I only have one other blog buddy from Ky. Stop by my neck of the woods and I would love to take a better look at your blog and I love that idea. Blessings
    QMM

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  36. HouseMama says

    September 1, 2009 at 1:08 am

    Those are the cutest!!!

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  37. Barbara Jean says

    September 19, 2009 at 11:02 am

    A D O R A B L E!!!

    Thanks for sharing the idea.

    blessings
    barbara jean

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  38. Amy@OCD: Obsessive Creative Disorder says

    September 20, 2009 at 12:14 pm

    I LOVE these! I came across your blog when I was reading the feature from "The DIY Show Off". I'm so excited! I LOVE every single craft you've done! Now I have a renewed itch to go craft myself!

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  39. CC says

    September 20, 2009 at 3:11 pm

    Best of luck with your selling project. They should do really well…they're simply wonderful and would look great anywhere.

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  40. Cathy says

    September 21, 2009 at 12:30 pm

    I'm loving those! They are so cute!

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