Creating with Joy

I love the beach!  I'm fortunate to live close enough to the beach to visit often, so the shells and sea glass used in this project are from my many walks along the shore.  Enjoy! You will need: Joy® iron-on letter sheet. Thin canvas panel or thick cardboard. White gesso. Acrylic paint in blues and […]

 Keep your sewing needles organized with this quick and easy to sew needle case. You will need:  Joy® Classic Monogram Iron-On Letters Kunin® felt - 3.5" x 3.5" squares Embroidery floss and needle Instructions: Spell out the word, STITCH with the Joy Classic Monogram Letters. Position the letters on the felt then press with a […]

When your little princess needs a boost, make her a small step stool and personalize it with Joy letters and embroidered, floral embellishments. You will need: Joy® iron-on letter sheet - dark pink; 1"  Joy® embroidered iron-on floral appliqué   wooden step stool - unfinished chalk paints: pink, light gray, cream, varnish acrylic paint:  medium […]

Turn your travel ephemera into a gorgeous canvas! You will need: Joy Embroidered Letters - Metallic Gold or Silver 8.5 x 11" canvas texture paste stencil  palette tool spray ink clear liquid glue or glue gun paper flowers, sea shells, art stones, and other embellishments travel ephemera (ticket stubs, wristbands, etc.) Instructions:  Apply texture paste […]

Ready for some super hero fun?  Let's make some super hero masks to bash those summer days away! You will need: Joy® Iron-on Embroidered Letters - bright & gold colors Kunin® Felt Iron Mask template Elastic Scissors Glue Instructions: 1. Trace out the shape of the mask on the felt and cut it out. 2.  […]

Moving into a new house is so exciting, especially when it's your daughter's first one.   Personal touches are a must, so I created a floral door sign for my granddaughter's room using the new, floral embroidered iron-ons from Joy®.   Look how pretty they are! There are several new varieties in different colors and designs […]

Create a custom coffee cozy with a fun saying as a gift or for yourself. You will need: Joy® Iron-on Embroidered Letter sheet - Baby Monogram Black Cozy Iron Arrange the  Joy® iron-on embroidered letters on the cozy then iron in place following the instructions on the back of the package.  It's so easy!   […]

HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY!!   Well, almost, but this Flip Flop Freedom sign can be made in under 30 minutes, with Joy® embroidered iron-on Letters.  So, even if you've waited until the last minute, greeting your guests for the Fourth of July is handled! You will need: Joy® embroidered, iron-on 3" Varsity Letters - Red F & R; Blue […]

Take your July 4th BBQ up a notch with these cute napkins! You will need: Joy® Iron-On Baby Monogram Letters and Numbers in blue Cloth Napkins.  Make your own by hemming a 12" x 12" piece of fabric or use cloth napkins. Ribbon Mini-flag Instructions: 1. Iron the napkin to smooth out any creases and/or […]

Show off your love of the 4th of July holiday with a patriotic banner to decorate your front door!  These large, iron-on letters are perfect for this project - and they come in the best colors! You will need: Joy® Iron-on letters - U S A Felt - red, white, blue Decorative ribbon Glue gun […]

Make this quick and easy burlap pillow to add to your summer celebrations! You will need: Joy® iron-on letters and stars - 3" blue and white Red burlap - Two, 14" squares Dark blue or white embroidery thread A blunt tapestry needle and scissors 12" pillow form Instructions: 1.  Arrange the letters and stars on […]

Make over a thrift store jacket with a cool monogram! Want to jazz up your wardrobe for just a few dollars? With Joy Iron-On Embroidered Letters and a thrift store jacket, you will be looking stylish in no time! You will need: black jacket Joy® Iron-On Embroidered Letters - 3" and 1 1/2" Script Monogram […]