Photo Blocks

This year I made photo blocks for Christmas gifts for my family. I ended up making 5 sets in all.





I started out with a blank block kit from DigitalScrapbookPlace.com. DH and I took the photos, I cropped in Photo Impact and printed out on regular cardstock. I used a square punch or just trimmed the photos to 1 1/2" sq. I adhered the photos to the blocks with decoupage. I also used the following papers by Crossed Paths on all five projects: Faith Collection: Stained Glass, Faith verses, Peace verses, Glory verses, Thankful Heart verses, and Family verses. My oldest daughter, Katlynn, painted the bases. I inked and stamped them to give them a distressed look. the metal plate is by Making Memories. I put 2 decoupage layers over the photos and papers and sanded the edges. I really enjoyed creating these keepsakes for my family. I think they enjoy receiving them as well.