Stamped Key Organizer

Back with another quick, inexpensive and easy to make gift for Dad!

Today I have a fun stamped key organizer to share with you...

I found a plain wood frame at the Dollar Tree...yes, for just $1.00!

Stamped Key Organizer

Supplies:

Wood Frame
Glimmer Mist
Archival Ink
Distress Ink
Glossy Multi-Medium - Ranger
Vintage Map
Chipboard
Sheet Cork (hardware store)
Stamps - Sentiment & Ruler - Stampers Anonymous; Ink Stain - Unknown; Remainder - Just For Fun
Screw Hooks

Instructions:

1. Stain the wood frame with Glimmer Mist or other dye ink.

2. Stamp desired images on the frame using Archival Ink and/or Distress Ink.

3. Apply map piece (or other vintage ephemera) to your frame using Glossy Multi-Medium (or other collage medium). Let dry completely.

4. After the frame has dried, apply a protective layer of Multi-Medium to the entire frame and let dry.

5. Determine how many hooks you want to add to your organizer. Measure and mark hook placement. I'm using 3 for my organizer but you can always add more if desired!

6. Screw the hooks in to the frame where you marked. Since most screw hooks have a nice sharp point pre-drilling is not necessary.

7. Cut a piece of heavy duty chipboard to fit into the frame opening. Measure and cut sheet cork to fit the chipboard piece. The cork I had was adhesive backed which made mounting very easy. If your cork doesn't already have adhesive, a medium duty liquid glue will do the trick!

8. Fit the chipboard/cork into the frame opening and close the prongs.
Your key organizer is ready to go!

A handy dandy little key organizer

AND

bonus mini cork board!

Add a few matching push pins and you're set to go!

Another fun, quick and inexpensive gift idea for the man in your life :)