A New Way Of Using Placemats You Never Knew About

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  • Опубликовано: 1 май 2017
  • Do you love Z Gallarie? I'll show you how to easily make your own Makati Plaque using placemats. These pieces are for sale for $140 at Z Gallerie. Checkout how easy and inexpensive it is to make.
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    Project Supplies: (Check for supplies in Amazon store link above) ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
    - 1 Frame (@Dollar Tree)
    - 1 Placemat (@Walmart, At Home or Any Home Decor Store)
    - Small Block - 5"x5" (@Michaels, Hobby Lobby or Walmart)
    - Large Block - 6.5" x 6.5" (@Michaels, Hobby Lobby or Walmart)
    - Hot Glue Gun & Glue Sticks (@Craft Store)
    - Spray Paint Of Your Choice
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  • @treshaja
    @treshaja  7 лет назад +128

    Hi Guys! I want to say how AMAZED I am of all of the wonderful ideas you have shared. If you are interesting in making this project, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND checking out the ideas mentioned below. I wish I had used these when I first started the project. This is truly a testament of how great of a community we have. XOXO

    • @sharonwalia4162
      @sharonwalia4162 7 лет назад +3

      treshaja u

    • @maurinemiller8839
      @maurinemiller8839 7 лет назад +1

      treshaja

    • @hyacinthcross6729
      @hyacinthcross6729 7 лет назад +2

      I enjoyed watching this project. It is so simple to do. Surely would try it! Thanks for sharing.

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +1

      I'm so glad to hear that, Hyacinth! 😊

    • @funbrandi449
      @funbrandi449 7 лет назад +7

      treshaja I love how open you are to others ideas and you're not threatened. Everyone loves this placemat art and suggested making it clear and you praise them? Definitely a new subscriber now. Btw you are soooooo beautiful!!

  • @brandiflores7428
    @brandiflores7428 7 лет назад +554

    Either leave the back off altogether, or put another piece of glass or plexiglass behind so you can see through the placemat. Maybe one or two of those battery operated tea lights behind it so it illuminates the art. Great job!!

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +14

      +Brandi Flores Love that idea!! Thanks Brandi for sharing 💕🤗

    • @carriebecker1097
      @carriebecker1097 7 лет назад +10

      I was going to say the same thing :)

    • @armandopina739
      @armandopina739 7 лет назад +7

      Brandi Flores. that was ny idea as well

    • @georgiagardengirlshomestea1560
      @georgiagardengirlshomestea1560 7 лет назад +8

      or maybe a rope light?

    • @bkliin
      @bkliin 7 лет назад +6

      I was thinking the same! Awesome :)

  • @jonibee2995
    @jonibee2995 7 лет назад +131

    I would use the glass from two frames and two mats so it's see through and two sided. This is a great idea!!!!! I love it.

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +6

      +Joan brodie Love that idea, Joan! Thanks for sharing 🤗

    • @toniellsworth8103
      @toniellsworth8103 7 лет назад +8

      Thought of that myself but, the problem is that when you try to line the placemats up, they are opposites to each other. Better to just get some of the Krylon paint for plastic to match the color on the front and paint the back to match. These are beautiful!!!

  • @slny1208
    @slny1208 7 лет назад +75

    This would be nice as a nightlight. The light would cast some nice shapes through the placemats.

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +3

      +S. Y. I love that idea!! 💡 Very pretty! Thanks for sharing 🤗

    • @SistaSistaLifestyleBeauty
      @SistaSistaLifestyleBeauty 7 лет назад +4

      S. Y. I would love to do this idea with blinking lights!👍 I'll give credit to you ladies!

    • @diannemurff4386
      @diannemurff4386 7 лет назад +2

      Sista Sista k

    • @mddell58
      @mddell58 7 лет назад +2

      S. Y.
      Curious
      Where is the best place to put the tea light so it's not seen?

  • @marlenemarken976
    @marlenemarken976 7 лет назад +1

    I just watched this again. the atmosphere of you letting others share their ideas is terrific. I feel like you're our friend. thanks for creating such a loving exchange ideas. It's nice you don't feel threatened.💕😃

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +1

      +Marlene Marken Aww Marlene!!! 🤗 I feel the same way. I absolutely love and encourage exchanging ideas on my channel. Two heads are definitely better than one. Thanks for sharing that.

  • @Catherine3385
    @Catherine3385 7 лет назад +41

    Those are really great looking! You could also put colored paper behind the placemat
    That would make a wonderful tray with candles on it Thanks for the idea - very clever

  • @candiceturner8951
    @candiceturner8951 7 лет назад +134

    Love it Tresh. I think I might try this. I was also thinking that maybe it could be tried using a mirrored frame which I think would take it to the next level. Also if that doesn't work then maybe take the mirrored frame from the dollar store and add that to the back so you could see the mirror through the placemat. I think this would look fabuolus, adding the mirror to it, especially on the black & gold one you did. Thanks for sharing this Tresh, God bless.

    • @traybaytreasures1906
      @traybaytreasures1906 7 лет назад +2

      Candice Turner love that idea!!

    • @Heygirlitspearl
      @Heygirlitspearl 7 лет назад +14

      I agree with the mirrored frame. Elegant!!!!

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +12

      +Candice Turner Hey Candice!! Girl, that's a great idea 😱!! I totally love this. Thank you for sharing! Many Blessings 🤗🤗🤗

    • @twsdmind04
      @twsdmind04 7 лет назад +14

      Candice Turner great minds think alike that's what I was thinking.... Also if you did the same thing with smaller frame maybe 5x7 or 3x5 and add numbers.... It would make nice table markers... And if you don't glue the place mat you could trade out with different colors to match changing decor

    • @starsackaney4996
      @starsackaney4996 7 лет назад +4

      LaToya White That is one heckuva cool idea --- especially the trading different colours to match changing decor! SWEET. ||~_~|| Leona

  • @d.michelemartinez3256
    @d.michelemartinez3256 6 лет назад +21

    You could also leave off the glass and use it as a place to hang earrings by just hanging the hook earrings directly on it or by adhering hooks to the backing and having the hooks come thru the openings in the place mat would work also for necklaces on a vanity

  • @beauty2c978
    @beauty2c978 7 лет назад +126

    Is it possible to move the frame to the beginning of the block instead of middle. Take off backing, so that it's clear. Then with more surface room, add a candle

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +23

      Absolutely! Girl, this is such a great idea! Where were you when I was making this LOL!!! You Rock!

    • @keyslife629
      @keyslife629 6 лет назад +1

      Lovely lovesya that sounds pretty

  • @TabletalkwithRobin
    @TabletalkwithRobin 7 лет назад +14

    So flipping creative. Next project after the other10, 15, 100 ones on my way home my list! You ladies have just lit my creative spark exponentially and I love it!!

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +1

      +R.M. Railey Thank you!! Sounds like your plate is full of projects. These ladies are definitely amazing!!! Happy Crafting! 💕🙌🏽

  • @TammyBJones
    @TammyBJones 7 лет назад +22

    loved it. I used place mats on a canvas for wall art. loved this diy.

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +2

      Place mats as wall art is a fabulous idea!! I think I'm going to do that too. LOL! Thanks Tammy!

  • @carolsharma1310
    @carolsharma1310 7 лет назад

    i just wanted to say that you have such a wonderful attitude. I can tell by scrolling through all of the comments that you really care about your subscribers/us fans! You always comment back to people, and thank them for their praise & their new ideas. Even when someone was not so nice w/the way they worded their comment, you still thanked them for their idea. It's really nice to see such a positive person.
    Also, to everyone, you are all so talented and crafty! I loved not only this video, but everyone else's amazing ideas for changing it up a bit, adding their own style, and how it could be done differently, but w/ the same basic design principles. You are all such talented people. I love doing DIY crafts, but I don't think up fabulous ideas like you all do. So thank you all for sharing w/me (and all the others who love your ideas)!

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +1

      +Carol Sharma Thank you so much, Carol!! I love what I do and strive to help as many people as I can. It means a lot that you observed this and took the time to share it. I truly appreciate that!! I'm in agreement with you...everyone is so talented and creative!! You can't help but be inspired! What a blessing! 😘🤗

  • @cynthiaroberson1753
    @cynthiaroberson1753 7 лет назад +2

    I purchased those placemats from Walmart a year ago and they're on my dining room table, I'm looking to replace them with others because I wanted a new look for my table, I was trying to figure what to do with them and this has given me a great idea to square them off and I might use the scraps to make something else, but thank you so much for sharing....it's amazing how other ideas pops in your head when looking at someone else creative ideas.
    Love the plaque I'll be checking out more of your videos 🙂

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад

      +Cynthia Roberson That's awesome, Cynthia!! I completely agree. I'm always inspired but just the simplest things. Thanks for watching!

  • @genalanders2833
    @genalanders2833 7 лет назад +13

    You did it again! I will try this, but I will use 2 frames, and only use the frame glass to replace the cardboard backing with the second frames glass so you can see through it!

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +3

      +Gena Landers Hi Gena!! That is a great idea!! Wish I had thought of that but will do it again as a gift for someone. Love it ❤️

    • @kbs8586
      @kbs8586 7 лет назад +1

      Gena Landers you could do that but a clear plastic sheet protector (not the cheap ones) will save your glass for another project

  • @kittyewing9063
    @kittyewing9063 5 лет назад +3

    Ideas;
    A raw edge would be amazing, especially on the first placemat. It would make for a larger statement piece as well as make it more visually interesting
    A round moment would be great, with no frame , it would look more like a free standing sculpture than a photo in the frame.
    Filling in certain spots with a stained glass see-thru glue would be so pretty and make a great light catcher ❣️

  • @tealblues2723
    @tealblues2723 7 лет назад +1

    This is so beautiful! I was a picture framer for 20 yrs and I never thought of doing this:) You are not only beautiful, but highly creative, too--Thank you thank you for this great idea!

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +1

      +Miss M It was my pleasure! Thank you so much for the lovely compliment and for watching!! I truly appreciate it. 🤗🤗🤗

    • @tealblues2723
      @tealblues2723 7 лет назад

      You're so welcome and now I'm subbing to your channel--You inspired me today:)

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад

      So awesome!! Thank you so much 😊

  • @Bloquita5
    @Bloquita5 7 лет назад +2

    Treshaja,
    I really like it!
    Will do this for my bedroom. Thank you for the well made video and for sharing your thoughts. Clear and simple instructions and a beautiful final product. I loved it! Hugs. ❤️

  • @americanwoman6124
    @americanwoman6124 7 лет назад +3

    Beautiful!!! You inspired me to make one. I used a precut mat for the backer board and illuminated it from behind with battery operated pillar candles on stands, you could probably also use fairy lights.

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +1

      That's wonderful! Thanks for sharing. I bet it's gorgeous!

  • @NiesWorld
    @NiesWorld 7 лет назад +50

    I like yours better than the $400 one... GO GIRL !

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +3

      +Nie's World LOL!! Thanks, girly!!

  • @joannclapacs6881
    @joannclapacs6881 7 лет назад

    I love this idea!!!! You could put fabric behind your place mat - even an old T-shirt - black - pink whatever color you have in your room. I am making one for my desk for sure. Thanks!

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад

      That's awesome, JoAnn! Great idea 💡

  • @honibear6478
    @honibear6478 7 лет назад

    I like the way you think!! One of my own DIy projects is a wrought iron bench that I found at a garage sale for about $10. It came with a white seat cover. Using my handy screwdriver and different fabric that I had and changed that $10 garage purchase into a beautiful bench that I had at the foot of my bed where I can sit while I put on my shoes!! Since I do a lot of sewing I have loads of fabric so I can change the fabric whenever I feel like it!

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад

      +Brenda Davenport That's wonderful, Brenda!! I love hearing stories like this. It's empowering to fix, convert and make things that are beautiful, as well as, functional. Thanks for sharing! It's amazing what you can do.

  • @Dezinefun
    @Dezinefun 7 лет назад +30

    I love this project and I have the same place mats! You just gave me a great idea for my front entry table. Great job sis! 😉

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад

      +Dezinefun Thanks sis!!! I appreciate you! 💕

    • @dannybartlett1822
      @dannybartlett1822 7 лет назад +1

      Where did you find the place mats? They are so gorgeous!

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +5

      Thanks! The gold one is from Walmart. The silver is from At Home.

  • @EPRecordsbyEntertainersPlus
    @EPRecordsbyEntertainersPlus 7 лет назад +14

    Putting deep blue velvet behind the mat came to my mind ;-)

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +1

      Thanks for sharing! The darker would bring out the placemat, for sure.

  • @39butchy1
    @39butchy1 5 лет назад +1

    Turned out beautiful. I loved them both. I also really like Z Gallerie's look, but the prices can just be plain stupid at times.
    So, make it yourself! 😀
    Thank you for the ideas and thank you for the video.

  • @MrLassylady
    @MrLassylady 7 лет назад

    That's a great way to display my beautiful crocheted doilies. No one uses doilies like Grandma use to and mine have unique techniques like a triple crochet added to a previous row. Thank you

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад

      +Linda Sullivan You're welcome! That's definitely something to cherish.

  • @elizabethandersen6009
    @elizabethandersen6009 6 лет назад +5

    You my friend are genius!!! Love this project. Like you said, so customizable, easy, nice execution with a beautiful, artistic result.
    Well done lovie!!
    Envious from Las Vegas ♤♡◇♧

  • @pattiejune
    @pattiejune 7 лет назад +1

    Great idea, add a flameless candle behind it, especially around holidays use theme placemats.

  • @kathypalmer5265
    @kathypalmer5265 7 лет назад

    What a great idea! This would make such a wonderful wedding or baby gift. Simply slip in colored paper behind the placemat that coordinates with the color scheme of the event, then center the wedding invitation or baby announcement on the placemat. 👍👍👍

  • @Aisucks
    @Aisucks 7 лет назад +4

    Love it for foyer table decor. Love it coastwise as well. Thought of cutting a couple pieces off of a dowel(1-2-inch pieces) spray paint metallic color,glue to wood block & bottom of pic frame to add some height to it. Also leave see thru no backing. Thx for idea. Keep 'em coming

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +3

      +Ruth P Ruth, I really love your ideas!! Thank you for sharing 😊🙋🏽

    • @leeannbryant6285
      @leeannbryant6285 7 лет назад +1

      treshaja ml

  • @Sharonshesofabulous
    @Sharonshesofabulous 7 лет назад +55

    im.totally Stealing this idea...YUP.
    thanksss ❤👏🌻👏🌸love it love it

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +9

      LOL! That's so awesome, Sharon!! I'm flattered! Love your channel. Thanks for stopping by!

  • @samariana16
    @samariana16 5 лет назад

    I have seen the At Home stores in my city. I’ve never gone in though. I gave been using the placemat from Walmart for my projects. Thanks to you I know where to go for more options! Your project turned out lovely. I really loved the black one.

  • @brittneya9683
    @brittneya9683 7 лет назад +1

    I absolutely love this idea and can't wait to try it! I think I will get some thick/short wooden dowels, paint them and put them between the frame and wood blocks to give it a floating look! 👌🏾

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +1

      Thanks Brittney!! Great idea 😊

  • @AMATEURDECORATINGLIKEAPRO
    @AMATEURDECORATINGLIKEAPRO 7 лет назад +3

    STUNNING! A must!!!Cathryn

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +1

      +AMATEUR DECORATING LIKE A PRO Thank you so much!!! I appreciate you! 💕

  • @kellymolette8573
    @kellymolette8573 7 лет назад +11

    Very cute. I was thinking about the possibility of instead of the back that came with the frame use another piece of glass. I think that would be nice also.

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +4

      AMAZING!!!! Kelly, where have you been all my life! Why in the world did I not think of that. Geese! Thank you so much for sharing that! Something so simple but is so great! 😱😀

  • @lledford471
    @lledford471 6 лет назад

    Hi,
    Instead of spending time at Michael's, I'm not sure if you have lumber yards, or furniture factories, but here in N.C. we do. I go to them in their dump sites and get all the FREE scraps I need! The wood you was using is considered to be scraps. We also heat with that size wood in our wood heater. I really enjoy your diy videos, you get right to it! Keep up the good work!

  • @catgirldo7646
    @catgirldo7646 7 лет назад

    Absolutely beautiful...well done and thank you for being articulate and crisp with your instructions. I have also used placemats as stencils.

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад

      Thank you very much!! I appreciate the compliment. That's a wonderful idea to use it as a stencil. I love that.

  • @mommygarcia9137
    @mommygarcia9137 7 лет назад +6

    Looks very elegant !!!

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад

      +Mommy Garcia Thank you!!

  • @PetroicaRodinogaster264
    @PetroicaRodinogaster264 7 лет назад +3

    I am thinking I will make a variation on this. I have a window which has no privacy but I do not want to cover it
    with curtains or blinds. So I am going to get some of the placemats and make a frame that I can attach to my window so that light can come in, and I can see out but people passing cannot easily see in.
    Thanks for the idea.

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад

      Awesome Robyn! That's a great idea. Love that!

    • @talacocheta9001
      @talacocheta9001 6 лет назад

      Robyn Jones, that's a good idea. Also check out using lace or other cloth to keep people from seeing in, and liquid starch to affix it to the window. It washes right off if you move or want to change the look.

  • @celiamadrid8310
    @celiamadrid8310 7 лет назад

    I love this project. it's simple, functional and pretty. I was thinking of making one for my 16 yr. old grandaughter with a collage of photos for her birthday.

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +1

      That would be so nice as a birthday gift!!!

  • @susysun6958
    @susysun6958 6 лет назад

    This is amazing, Treshaja. Beautifully done and I love all the comments with different variations. Awesome!

  • @debrawhite6374
    @debrawhite6374 7 лет назад +31

    what about painting the cardboard in frame a color that would stand out and give the placemat some more dimension

  • @junehelafine
    @junehelafine 7 лет назад +10

    OMG!!! I can now use this as a wall decor your the best TFS

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +4

      Yes!! That's such a great idea! I think I'm going to do that too LOL!

    • @TheFilamom30
      @TheFilamom30 7 лет назад +2

      June Faleafine
      Yes! Wall art using different sizes & patterns...what a wow that would be!

    • @kimbeauxs
      @kimbeauxs 6 лет назад +1

      treshaja I think combining the idea of moving the frame forward to the front of the block and replace the backing with colored glass or even thin, stiffened tissue paper would look great hung on the wall with some sort of light behind it (like a battery operated votive candle). I can picture this looking really nice on the wall on both sides of a fireplace.

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  6 лет назад +2

      Thanks Kim for sharing!! That's a great idea!

    • @kimbeauxs
      @kimbeauxs 6 лет назад +1

      treshaja thank you! I LOVE your channel by the way! I've shared several of your videos with friends and on fb and folks always enjoy them too 😃

  • @marytabler644
    @marytabler644 7 лет назад

    What a sharp easy project! I love it & will use it as a gift-making project. Usually, easy is tacky to me... I know you know. This is fabulous! Thx so much. Mary

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад

      LOL! I know what you mean, Mary. Thank you so much for watching. These will definitely make wonderful gifts.

  • @cindyb3028
    @cindyb3028 6 лет назад

    Great idea! I have the gold placemat so I will be doing this. You can also paint the cardboard black or white and add a light coat of irredescent glitter to make it pop more. The possibilities are endless!

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  6 лет назад

      That would be so pretty! I love that idea. 🤗

  • @memeetto
    @memeetto 7 лет назад +4

    This is a beautiful easy diy, The only thing I might add is buying two of the same size picture frame. I will use only the glass of the second frame to place it at the back of the placement mat to make it a see through but still looks finished

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +1

      That's a great idea, May!

  • @tickpr3y977
    @tickpr3y977 7 лет назад +9

    I love. Will make a few tweeks, but will definitely do. I swear I need to have a YT channel because all I do is diy

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +5

      I say go for it!!! You never know who you will help! Thanks for watching 😀

    • @tungucraver636
      @tungucraver636 7 лет назад +2

      Kenisha Patton do it 👍🏽

  • @shikhalemuel6802
    @shikhalemuel6802 7 лет назад

    I love this idea! I may try it using black behind the placemat.

  • @teresahaven9222
    @teresahaven9222 7 лет назад

    You gave me such an awesome idea!!! Thank you!!!! I crochet and tat doilies. the frames and stands will always be complimenting colors. I could do 1 frame but enclose the doily in 2 panes of glass that way it would be visible from both sides. I'm so freaking excited to do this!!!! omg and super inexpensive gifts, Christmas, birthday, HOUSEWARMING!!!

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +1

      +Teresa Haven That's awesome, Teresa!! I'm excited for you to try it. It's a great way to show off your work. Love that idea! So many possibilities.

  • @brendamarine1694
    @brendamarine1694 7 лет назад +4

    Construction paper could be used, if you want it to sparkle underneath you can spray the paper with adhesive spray then sprinkle glitter of you color choice let dry then finish. Have a great time.

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +1

      +Brenda Marine Thanks Brenda!! Love the idea! 😊

    • @jazzmartin7918
      @jazzmartin7918 7 лет назад +1

      Brenda Marine or use a glittered sheet that are used for scrapbooking. those sheets alone can be decorations lol.

  • @soniacheek6768
    @soniacheek6768 7 лет назад +7

    I would have used a dollar tree candle holder for the base painted silver or maybe a little bling

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +2

      +Sonia Cheek Thanks Sonia!

  • @now22207
    @now22207 7 лет назад

    Thanks for sharing this cool project. I think a sheer colored vellum behind the place mat, would also be nice, especially when the light shines through it.

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +1

      You're welcome!! Thanks for sharing your wonderful idea.

  • @roseperrin7596
    @roseperrin7596 6 лет назад

    I love it! I have these same exact mats on my glass dining table. I'm going to attempt to do this project and place it on my room divider between the dining room and the apartment entrance door. Hope I can find these mats again.
    By the way, I purchased my mats at Family Dollar.

  • @sunflowerwilleatursoul8404
    @sunflowerwilleatursoul8404 7 лет назад +3

    this is my next project.. but in copper

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +1

      +latoya laidley Love copper!!! Happy Crafting 😊

  • @texasgemtree
    @texasgemtree 7 лет назад +6

    I would leave it completely open to make an earring holder. Hot glue in the mat. No glass, no back. And maybe put epoxy into the edges of the frame where it is glued in for stronger hold.

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +2

      I like that idea!! Thanks for sharing

    • @purplepixie274
      @purplepixie274 7 лет назад +2

      TexasGemTree I thought that too x

    • @lolaelena4135
      @lolaelena4135 6 лет назад

      I had the same idea! Perfect to display all those earrings as art! 😄

  • @twolittlegirls2
    @twolittlegirls2 7 лет назад +1

    Wow! How nice, easy and affordable is that ? I'm glad for crafters like you that I can learn from. Thanks.

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад

      Aww..thanks Celia!!

  • @elid.b.551
    @elid.b.551 7 лет назад

    Very clever, I always see beautiful things in ZGallery, but seriously, I would not pay that much for what it is. This was an awesome way to replicate that look, I would have glued another glass on the back, like some of the comments before me mentioned. I loved this idea. Great job!!!

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад

      +Elizabeth Duque-Buckham Thanks Elizabeth for sharing that. I'm glad I'm not alone. The glass on the back is such a great idea! 😊

  • @missnyc8621
    @missnyc8621 7 лет назад +15

    Great recreation! I really like the black one. 👍🏾👍🏾

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +3

      +Caulette Nicole Yes! The black one is so sleek!! Thanks Caulette!!

  • @yamaksy
    @yamaksy 7 лет назад +4

    Make it into a charging pot for a device, like the iPad! It is a pity for the back to stay unused!

  • @angelawhite7590
    @angelawhite7590 6 лет назад

    Really gorgeous. I think I would place a glass on the back side instead of the cardboard backing to see right through. Thanks for sharing. I love it!!!!

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  6 лет назад

      Thanks, Angela! That's a great idea!!

  • @ruthmanna-giacin3940
    @ruthmanna-giacin3940 7 лет назад

    I really enjoyed this video, "New way of using placemats".
    I was even thinking for a teenager/college student (although my teens are old now), maybe using a solid color mat so to be able to use
    wet/dry markers for notes!
    I'm gonna do this for me and if I remember I'll send you a pic of how I did. Thank you for the treat!

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад

      Thanks Ruth! That's a great idea. Can't wait to see a pic of it!!

  • @albertasulik8617
    @albertasulik8617 7 лет назад +6

    very pretty how about add scripture wording to enhance the look!

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +2

      +Alberta Sulik That's a great idea! I like that a lot! 😊 Thanks for sharing!

    • @jeandiehl5074
      @jeandiehl5074 7 лет назад +2

      Alberta Sulik How were you thinking of doing the lettering?

    • @toniellsworth8103
      @toniellsworth8103 7 лет назад +2

      I would either print the scripture on a clear sheet like for an overhead projector. This has to be done with a laser printer, NOT an ink jet. They use different types of ink and the ink jet won't dry on the plastic. The other way is to use the very small script, stick-on letters and place them on the front of the glass. Good luck.

  • @rosacoria5629
    @rosacoria5629 5 лет назад

    I really like this, to mimic the original I would have used a long door handle.. but girl I really like your version too..I'm definitely trying this project. Thank you 😊

  • @hawneebee
    @hawneebee 7 лет назад

    Thank you for posting....we have so many talented people on RUclips....Shout out to all the commenters for giving such great variety to the project too... will be using some of those ideas as well.

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад

      +hawneebee You're welcome!! Yes I completely agree with you. There's so many talented and creative individuals on here. There's so much to learn!

  • @ashack09
    @ashack09 7 лет назад

    i love this . you can always hang it up for wall decor too .

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад

      +ashack09 Thank you!! I love that idea 💕

  • @lightbright6970
    @lightbright6970 7 лет назад

    Put it between two pieces of glass would have been nice to see. I appreciate your effort it's inspiring me. Going to add this to my list of projects when my daughter moves out. Fabulous on a budget. Thanks for sharing!

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад

      Thanks for sharing!

  • @lollypop6155
    @lollypop6155 7 лет назад +2

    Tresha, I love this project, especially the black and gold Makati plaque. Great job! ♡♡♡

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад

      +Lolly Pop Thank you so much!! 💕

  • @1homemademom
    @1homemademom 7 лет назад

    Really glad you hit it out of the ball park with this one!!! its nice to know you can make a lot of things a lot cheaper then paying almost and arm and a leg good job and thanks for sharing ...awesome video.

  • @sherryoliver152
    @sherryoliver152 7 лет назад

    You are a girl after my own heart. Light and mirror idea priceless!

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад

      +Sherry Oliver Thanks Sherry!!

  • @Skymelo1
    @Skymelo1 6 лет назад

    I'm sooooo happy I found your channel! I love to do things like this. You have sparked a ton of ideas for me! Thanks girl!

  • @anapando3449
    @anapando3449 7 лет назад

    Such a simple idea and it turned out so beautiful. Thanks

  • @nancypeters3108
    @nancypeters3108 7 лет назад

    Love it Tresha, I'll be doing one, leaving the glass off and buying a battery clock set and hands from Michael's. I might use is for the wall....great!! I've been wanting a new wall clock. I'm gonna make another for the table without the clock. Thanks babe..

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад

      +Nancy Peters Very pretty, Nancy!! 🤗

  • @rubymimosa
    @rubymimosa 7 лет назад

    What an elegant way to create a dry erase marker to coordinate in the kitchen!
    I think I'm going to make it (my background under the placemat will be Hunter Green) and use chalk paint (antique white over hunter green again then light sanding to let the green peek through the white) to 'shabby' the frame then the glass can be the dry erase surface. Oh it's going to be perfect for grocery list on the fridge (I'll glue magnets to the back of the frame). Great inspiration, thank you!

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад

      Oh wow! What a great idea, Ruby. That's going to be nice!

  • @symphytumtribe1582
    @symphytumtribe1582 7 лет назад +2

    Like what you came up with as a idea to replicate that expensive one in store.
    I was thinking it might be nice with a mirror behind it as another take on that idea.
    Thanks for the fun ideas you come up with.

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад

      Thank you for sharing!! I like the mirror idea 🤗

  • @beautifulmess3707
    @beautifulmess3707 6 лет назад

    I love your ideas!!!!! I would have used glass on the back as well, then use an adhesive strip at the bottom to secure it to a table, ect so you could leave sticky notes to your loved ones, little ones for example. But it is amazing!

  • @dianadivadiamond
    @dianadivadiamond 7 лет назад

    Hi there. I'm in awe at the results of your project. Loveeeee it. Very beautiful.

  • @robinright825
    @robinright825 7 лет назад +1

    Wow! What a great DIY version of the expensive version!

  • @veeziegirl
    @veeziegirl 7 лет назад

    DOLLAR STORE TO THE RESCUE!!!
    Love this piece. The placemats are an excellent idea. This looks as if it could blend into so many places for that extra touch of elegance. Tfs!!!!! (I can tea lights dancing behind this. )

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад

      +veeziegirl Yes indeed!! That's a great idea using tea lights. 💡 Thanks again!

  • @ThePHYL
    @ThePHYL 7 лет назад

    You do amazing job of narration, some folks talk and talk, I get bored and turn it off.....wonderful idea using place mats

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад

      Aww thank you!! I appreciate that. 💕

  • @ninaishida8453
    @ninaishida8453 7 лет назад

    I love it! Looks expensive this will be something I will be making. Beautiful accent piece! Funny I was looking at the round natural placemats and thinking what can you do with these besides a placemat. I really like your idea . I think someone would love to receive as a gift and you could make it to match the colors in their home. Maybe white frame with the placemat spray painted the very popular blue/turquoise leaving it transparent or with a white background. So many options!!!

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад

      Thanks Nina!! I'm so happy you're going to make it. These are great gifts and totally customizable. Love your idea.

  • @patricialawaon2665
    @patricialawaon2665 7 лет назад

    I like the photo frame place mat project super easy and super cheap. I might be making some of theses items very soon as gifts.

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад

      +Patricia lawaon Thanks Patricia!! They make great gifts 😊

  • @MoonBunny69
    @MoonBunny69 7 лет назад

    I would've loved to see a vibrant spring color behind the floral place mat. I think that would've been super cute 🤗❤

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад

      Thanks Mona!! A vibrant color would look great!!! I only had these two colors at home. 😊

  • @jacquelinetvelgara6762
    @jacquelinetvelgara6762 7 лет назад

    love it and enjoyed the idea

  • @claudiaholmes9086
    @claudiaholmes9086 7 лет назад

    So simple yet so pretty! How clever of you!
    Thank you for this video, I am going to do a few of varying sizes!
    Have a blessed day!

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад

      My pleasure!! Have a blessed day too!!😃

  • @kimpfew
    @kimpfew 7 лет назад

    Great idea! I'll use this as a background filler on my bedside tables. You know that gap between the lamp, candle and decorative flower. Thanks 💚

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +1

      +kimpfew Absolutely!! Love that idea 💕

  • @joane5777
    @joane5777 7 лет назад

    Beautiful easy decor project!! I loved the one you made in black. It looks very high end~ Gorgeous!!

  • @ebonygoddess4642
    @ebonygoddess4642 7 лет назад

    Wow. so pretty, crafty, creative, and budget friendly!! I'm thinking tons of stuff that can go in those frames...Dollar tree....gift bags or 3d spoon decor (w/glass left out). TFS...we love your tips...keep up the inspirations!!👍

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +1

      AMAZING!!! I see your wheels are turning LOL. These are wonderful ideas!!! I made 2 of them so that I could give one as a gift. Thanks for sharing!

  • @CaraMalmrose
    @CaraMalmrose 7 лет назад

    This is really a fun idea! Thinking this would also make an awesome holiday piece for a fireplace mantle or hearth.

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +1

      Thanks Cara!! Love that idea 💡😊

  • @duvanahwilkins
    @duvanahwilkins 6 лет назад

    Love it,I would make an art project trace and paint then replace the flower print ..... 🔥 place center piece. Great job
    sis

  • @nancystripling4320
    @nancystripling4320 7 лет назад

    I would have glued cork to the back to have a message board for my desk. Might come in handy!! Great look!!!!

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад

      Great idea. Thanks Nancy!!

  • @dianejohanson98
    @dianejohanson98 7 лет назад

    Love the mirror backing idea too! Great idea!

  • @elharaaddison
    @elharaaddison 7 лет назад

    Very clever.
    You could colour coordinate the backing to match decor. Another idea is to paint/apply an iridescent pearl "unicorn - like" to the placemat maybe adding a few hidden pearls.
    Lots of diy customizing possibilities.
    Cheers
    Susan 🐾

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад

      +Susan May Wow!! Love your ideas! The possibilities are endless. Thanks for sharing 💡

  • @pamh.5705
    @pamh.5705 7 лет назад

    That is way cool!!! My mind is whirring with all the possibilities!!! Thanks for an awesome idea!

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад

      That's awesome, Pam!!!

  • @Shalisha24
    @Shalisha24 7 лет назад

    This is a very good idea! I will be trying this soon. probably for my mom house. I was thinking, in the original piece I see there are two chrome looking poles between the block and the actual art work. I'm going to spray paint two cork skrews in the place of the poles and see how that looks.

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад

      +Sha Finally Natural That's a very creative idea! I would to love to know how that worked for you. Very interesting. Are you on Instagram?

  • @MsLotusBlooms
    @MsLotusBlooms 5 лет назад

    Beautiful.

  • @mariacortez8475
    @mariacortez8475 7 лет назад

    love your idea I'm going to make it and I don't think I'm changing anything thanks...love it

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад

      Aww..thanks Maria!! Happy Crafting 🤗🤗🤗

  • @pamelaleonard71
    @pamelaleonard71 7 лет назад

    This was so amazing, I loved it.

  • @karennicoll2044
    @karennicoll2044 7 лет назад

    I love the black with no backing!! You're so talented!! I could watch n listen to you all day!!! ❤

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад +1

      Aww...Thanks Karen!! 💕

  • @sallygardner7718
    @sallygardner7718 6 лет назад

    This is such a great idea. Thanks so much for sharing.

  • @horrisajones6736
    @horrisajones6736 7 лет назад

    Absolutely beautiful!!

    • @treshaja
      @treshaja  7 лет назад

      +Horrisa Jones Thank you, Horrisa!! 💕

  • @CatherineSTodd
    @CatherineSTodd 7 лет назад

    Without the glass, you could use it for an earring stand, or add a light behind it! Great idea here. Thanks!