Whatever "Clock"

Tuesday, January 31, 2012

I've had this cool looking clock pinned on my board for awhile now. When I saw it I knew it would be pretty simple to make and with some trial and error I can say it was for the most part. After many failed tests I found this technique to be the easiest for me.While trying to attempt to make rub decals and wasting all 5 out of my 6 papers, I  gave up and came up with my own solution that actually worked.

Supplies- I got everything at Hobby Lobby except the power drill of course.

cork board 14X14
transparency paper
access to printer
black permanent marky
clock parts
clock hands (optional)
power drill

Directions-

1. Print  jpeg. file on transfer paper. For this specific brand (Grafix) it says to print on the rough side not the filmy side.

2. Next cut each number and word out.

3.  Remove glossy film and place sticky side over the paper.There is 2 sides to a transfer paper (I did not know this).  Becareful not to rub it in or you will smudge your ink. Repeat this step for all your numbers and word phrase.

4.Take your film and stamp it onto your cork board. Scratch it on with your finger nails or if you don't have any like I do use a spoon. Gently remove the film or you will take off some cork excess. Repeat this step for all your numbers and word phrase.


5. Trace numbers with a black sharp point tip permanent marker. I used Prismacolor and it works perfect. Repeat this step for all  your numbers and word phrase.

6. After you have traced your numbers you can now add the phrase "whatever I'm late anyways".

7. Now it's about that time to add your clock. I got mine at Hobby Lobby and also got an extra pair of hands because I didn't care for the ones that it came with.

8. Turn over corkboard, measure, mark the center and drill.

9. Now your ready to put your clock parts starting thru the back. Follow the directions that came with the package.


10. Last step, your clock is now ready for batteries. Your done now admire your work!



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10 comments:

  1. What a fun idea!! Thank you so much for joining the blog hop...I'm following you via RSS :)

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  2. Welcomw Lacee! It's always nice to meet other bloggers. Off to check your blog.

    Mandy

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  3. Love it! And it's so very perfect for me! :)

    I've just started a link party devoted to projects inspired by pinterest.
    Very Pinteresting Party

    I'd love for you to come by and check it out!

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  4. Hi Kimberly, that sounds like so much fun. I love linky parties.

    I'll be sure to check it out.

    Mandy

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  5. Love this, Mandy! Been wanting one of these clocks for years, but too cheap to buy one - ha! Much more fun to make my own - thanks!

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  6. I agree June, it is a bit on the pricy side which is why we have to find ways to make our own knock offs. ;)

    Mandy

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  7. This is awesome! I'm a new Linky Follower from the blog hop!

    Taylor
    Domestic8d

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  8. Definevely a most try! Greetings from knowhowshedoesit.tumblr.com and new Linky Follower.

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  9. Hi Mandy (from another Mandy) - I love this clock! How fun and sooo easy.

    I found you via the LF Blog Hop. I'm your newest follower.

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