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Connect Four Photo Framer

October 24, 2007 by Alissa

connect4.jpgSteven James, owner of macaroni and glitter, created a charming Connect Four Photo Frame and Calendar for Craftster’s monthly challenge of transforming an old board game into something new. (Alas, this wasn’t the winning entry, but it is in my book!) He writes:

“When my dog turned the checkers of a Connect Four game into several little chew toys, instead of throwing the game out I decided to modify the frame for use as a two-sided desk accessory – using one side as a mini gallery of photos and the other as a calendar. It’s a relatively easy project to complete and an excellent solution when dealing with the lack of wall space. Yup, those are friends, family, former lovers and more all encased under resin FOREVER.”

Oh, and the winning challenge entry is certainly worth a look: an entire dress crocheted with black yarn and UNO cards.

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A Swoon for a Spoon: My Thoughts on Sadie Seasongoods’ Cameo Pendants

Okay, so let me just say, I’m obsessed with these spoon cameo pendants from Sadie Seasongoods! If you’re into unique jewelry that has a vintage vibe, but with a modern twist, then you have to check these out. Seriously, I’ve been wearing mine non-stop, and every time I do, someone asks where I got it from. It’s definitely become one of those signature pieces for me.

If you’re wondering what exactly a spoon cameo pendant is, let me explain. Sadie Seasongoods takes actual spoons and transforms them into these beautiful pendants. Yes, you read that right—spoons! They’re upcycled, which is such a cool idea, and the designs feature intricate cameos. The mix of the shiny metal and the detailed artwork gives it such a timeless, charming look. Plus, each one feels totally one-of-a-kind.

I don’t know about you, but I love accessories that can make a statement. These spoons have this vintage charm to them—think retro with a little bit of modern edge. The cameos on the spoons range from cute florals to more abstract patterns. Each pendant feels like a piece of art, and you can tell a lot of care went into crafting them. You can see the full tutorial here. 

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