Same Flat, New Flair - Part 2

I've got lots of crafty projects underway to dress up the "new" place. So far I've completed only two - although I'm nearly finished with a few others - but I'm quite excited about how well they turned out!

Exhibit A: Crafty Coasters
I found this idea on a great craft blog I've been reading (access it here). I bought six plain 4x4 ceramic tiles at a hardware store and some felt and scrapbook paper at a craft store. Then it was just a matter of putting felt squares on the bottom of the tiles, cutting paper to fit the top, and sticking it on. I used a product called Modge Podge, also from the craft store, that acts as a glue and a varnish so they're water proof - a rather important feature in a coaster. I'm very pleased with the way they turned out!

Exhibit B: Leaf Sculpture
Found this idea on another craft blog I stumbled across and thought it was quite pretty. It's made from, believe it or not, toilet paper rolls! You just paint them, flatten them, cut them into pieces, and glue them together. While it's too small to solve the problem I'm having with blank walls in the living room, I think it's an awesome addition to my kitchen.

Stay tuned for updates on other projects I've got in the works to spruce up the joint on a budget!