Wednesday, 30 May 2012

"Family in the Window" Building Blocks


*I must add an apology to those family members whose photos have been used. Many are not flattering, but all are loved by my kids! :)*

This was an idea I had, and made for Ethan's birthday (I realise that was nearly two months ago, I suck). I thought having people he knew in the "windows" of his towers would be cool. 


He loves pointing out everyone, I still have a few more to add too!


I started out with a box of wooden blocks and gathered the cube ones. Printed out photos and cut to size. I actually guessed the size by holding up a block next to the page and making sure it was 100% on the laptop! I know, accurate! 


I mod podged them on and did a clear coat over the top.


I cut some white vinyl out for the shape of the windows, but you could just as easily paint it white.

Then let your littlie play! 


Okay, I did this one...

Also I may have gotten a little sharpie happy one some of the other blocks...


Ethan actually really likes the one with the cat in the top window! And Izzy likes the Tangled style pillar. I was really impressed that both she and my husband spotted it without prompting!

So much fun! And I LOVE my new sharpies, I just need some more projects to do with them, I'm thinking a fathers day tee? Any ideas?
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15 comments:

  1. Anonymous30 May 2012 at 23:12

    GREAT idea!!! I love the ivy block, too!!! Very creative!

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    1. Rhiannon2 June 2012 at 10:14

      Thank you, I just love to doodle! You should have seen my books in high school :)

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  2. Cassidy31 May 2012 at 01:37

    Love LOVE the picture block idea! My two year old would love this too! Seriously a fabulous idea!!

    BTW i am doing a giveaway feel free to stop by and check it out :)

    http://fitcraftystylishandhappy.blogspot.com/

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    1. Rhiannon2 June 2012 at 10:16

      Thanks Cassidy! Bet he would, mine got so excited when he realised there was people on them he knew :)

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  3. Mary Abbott31 May 2012 at 16:56

    Brill idea! Kids are always going through lists of who they know! Lizzie would love this..

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    1. Rhiannon2 June 2012 at 10:17

      And it's realy simple too, the longest part is choosing the photos, but you could just as easily take photos especially for this at a get together!

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  4. Seaweed and Raine1 June 2012 at 11:53

    Very clever! I think both of my boys would love it. And how cool would it be to give as a gift to a niece or nephew!!! :) Thanks for sharing your idea! :)

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    1. Rhiannon2 June 2012 at 10:18

      That is a great idea, I have one niece and she would like something like this. Think I'll be doing another set soon, thanks!

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  5. Debra Kapellakis1 June 2012 at 15:35

    Extra special blocks. BRAVO!

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    1. Rhiannon2 June 2012 at 10:18

      As always thanks Debra, you're so sweet.

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  6. Unknown1 June 2012 at 20:25

    Love the photos (I have seen these in real life, so will not gush)... BUT HAVE NOT SEEN THE SHARPIE ONES!!! Love!!! Such a cute idea!

    I think maybe I'd like to do some rectangular ones with animals in zoo-style (...jailed / caged... whichev)

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    1. Rhiannon4 June 2012 at 20:15

      Um, that would be awesome! May be doing that very soon! :)

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  7. Jessi @ Practically Functional2 June 2012 at 18:43

    What an awesome idea!!! Thanks so much for linking it up to The Fun In Functional!

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    1. Rhiannon4 June 2012 at 20:15

      Thanks Jessie! And thanks for the invite over :)

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  8. Linda Jordan10 June 2012 at 15:27

    This is a super cute project!! Thanks so much for sharing, what an awesome idea. Visiting from 30 Handmade Days :)

    Linda
    http://lasteve1.blogspot.com

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