{custom baby blocks}

A good friend of mine is expecting her eighth child (I know--she's superwoman), and in the weeks before she delivers, has been busy finishing up the cutest baby announcement cross stitch project for the new baby.  It has been a tradition for each of her children, and they are proudly on display in her home.

I love the idea of having a child's birth information displayed, so I created these darling baby blocks--perfect as a baby gift for a new mom, or for your own child's nursery or room. This is a simple project with a fabulous finish! 

I totally love them, and can't wait to make them for my own kids' rooms.

SUPPLIES:

• 4x4 post, cut into perfect squares
• spray paint
• vinyl lettering
• ribbon
• sander

DIRECTIONS:

1.  Cut the 4x4 post into four perfect square blocks.  Make sure to measure the width of the post first--they aren't actually 4 inches across, and can vary in size.  Once you know the width, you can cut the length accordingly, to be a perfect square.  Remember, most large home improvement stores will cut these for you, and it's worth asking a smaller, local store as well. I've also had a lot of questions about only being able to find treated posts, which are kind of a green color.  Those are fine, and that's what I use, since it's typically the only kind that hardware stores carry.  It's worth asking your store, just in case, but if not, you can still use them.  Once you paint them, you won't even know!  Occasionally they might be a little damp, so putting them out for a day or so to dry is helpful.

2.  Spray paint your blocks, and let dry completely.  You can use craft paint, but I highly recommend using pray paint.  It is MUCH faster, and requires less coats--craft paint tends to absorb very quickly. Once the paint has dried, use your sander to distress the edges of your blocks.

3.  I used my Silhouette to cut out my vinyl, but you could use another type of cutting machine, or order it from a company who sells vinyl. (Font = Typewriter)

4. Tie ribbon around one of the blocks, ta-da, you're done!

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