As Easy as 1-2-3

Create a whimsical and welcoming nursery for baby filled with bright colors and featuring a counting and numbers theme….all as easy as 1-2-3! These fun paper craft projects perfectly match our snuggly crib quilt and pillows and carry our theme onto walls and accessories.

All paper craft projects use scrapbook materials from the Debbie Mumm® for Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores Collection.

Easy as 1-2-3 Frame

• The hardest thing about this project was drilling the holes for the screw eyehooks! Hang pretty painted numbers decorated with brightly patterned scrapbook paper from the frame by inserting screw eyes into the bottom of the frame and the top of each number. Tie the frame and numbers together for a cute “swinging” addition to your frame.
• Colorful brads are used to embellish the center image.
• Decorative center image can be replaced with child's photo.
• Glossy decoupage adds shiny brightness to this project.  

Frame Instructions

Instructions based on using a wood blank. If altering a papier-mâché blank, prime it first by coating entire surface with Gesso. Use these same techniques to alter numbers and letters.

1. Trace the frame shape onto the reverse side of patterned paper. Cut out and set paper aside.
2. Prepare the back and sides of the frame by lightly sanding and painting with a base color. Let dry thoroughly.
3. Lightly coat the front of the frame with Mod Podge®.
4. Adhere the paper cut-out to the front of the frame. With your finger, lightly smooth out any wrinkles or bubbles.
5. Let dry thoroughly.
6. Coat entire frame with Mod Podge. (Coat one side first, let dry, then coat second side.)
7. Let dry thoroughly.
8. Adhere a variety of embellishments (tags, stickers (both epoxy & paper stickers), buttons, brads, appliqué, ribbons, etc.) according to personal preference.

Note: Iron-on appliqués and buttons can be adhered using either foam mounting tape or liquid glue.

Website visitors have permission to print this project for personal use only. This project may not be copied or otherwise reproduced without the express written permission of Debbie Mumm®.