I wanted to share a little happy place on my desk and a recent post I created for Bind-It-All. This just makes me smile to look at it. I’ve seen some really fancy washi tape holders and didn’t want to pay the fancy price tag for a few I’ve seen; so, I went through my stash to see what I had to make one myself. I just happened to have some Zutter Clipboard Wood in my supplies as well as The Zutter Kutter in my tool arsenal. I’m finding more and more uses for this tool and loved that I didn’t have to find the electric power tools to cut this Zutter Clipboard Wood. I was also looking for an unconventional way to use the Zutter Clipboard Wood and figured this would do the trick.
I started with 3×4 and 6×6 Zutter Clipboard Wood. I cut the 3×4 wood into two pieces 2×4.
I cut 1” off the 6×6 Zutter Clipboard Wood and then scored at 3” by only cutting to the 3rd dial on The Zutter Kutter.
After my pieces were cut, I used Helmar 450 Quick Dry Adhesive to glue the sides together. I loved that the Helmar 450 Quick Dry Adhesive dried quick enough that I only had to old it for a minute or two and I didn’t have to clamp anything. Love my Helmar! Helmar 450 Quick Dry Adhesive works on so many different surfaces; wood, paper, fabric, metal, acrylic, etc.
I used an adhesive eraser to remove any glue seepage from my wood joints because you know I just have to be messy.
I love working with the Zutter Clipboard Wood because it is strong and yet so easy to sand and work with. I sanded down the edges and joints without a lot of effort.
I’ve had some very special Washi Tape that was gifted to me by sister designer Jasmine Low. I’ve used a little of it, but have been hoarding it. I don’t think that is what Jasmine really meant for me to do with it, so I have decided to really use it and enjoy using it. After wiping all the sanding dust off by box, I covered it with random strips of Washi tape. I did add a few small pieces from a retro collection I found at Paper Source too for a little contrast.
To further protect my tape holder, I coated the taped box with Helmar Decoupage and then sealed it with Helmar Krystal Kote Gloss. Anyone that has seen my desk in the middle of a project knows that I mist, ink, paint, and basically make a mess of anything in, on, and around my desk when I’m working. I am a messy artist (and I am embracing that)! Now I know my little happy tape holder will be protected and can easily be wiped off. I was quite happy that the Helmar Krystal Kote Gloss did not have a lingering odor. I did take it outside to spray, but it dried super fast and did not stink up my room for hours afterwards.
Here is a picture of the backside. I love that these tapes all fit perfectly in my Zutter Clipboard Wood box.
So, I hope you will take away some life lessons from my project. #1. Use what you have. Go through your stash and see what you may already have before buying something new. #2. Look at products in your stash in a new light. How can I take that product and alter, cut, or modify it to be something new. Instead of trying to find the right size wood at a lumbar store or my husband’s tool shed, I was able to find a perfectly good product right in my studio. I was able to create something I wanted for my desk out of two Zutter Clipboard Wood covers. While these make great album covers, they make a great wood base too. Please share with us if you find a unique way to use the Zutter Clipboard Wood.
And a very special Thank You to my friend, Jasmine Low. I will not continue to hoard my tape. I have been using it in canvases and my art journal. I think of you every time I use some of it and I appreciate it. I can’t wait to see you again soon.
Thanks for stopping by today,
Wow this is so cool! I love it.. Great idea.
Thank you, Monica. Congrats for making it to the Heartfelt Creations semifinals!! Good luck
It looks really cool!
Great way to use your supplies. I have heard of that cutter but I haven’t checked it out I might have to now! Love the washi tape that you used for your box!
It is the only thing to use when cutting heavy duty chipboard! It is one of those tools that I do not use every day, but when I need it, I am SO glad that I have it. Thank you for your comment, Beth.
Wow!! this is so cool!!
Thank you so much, Lenny! Glad you liked it.
What an amazing project Cheryl! How resourceful of you- love that cutter… hmmm- looks like anotyher tool I need!
How beautiful! Such fun tape, great way to display it while not in use.
It was a fun project and looks so cute on my desk. I have a lot more thrown in a basket, but I wanted these to be separate.
Like this idea Cheryl…See what ‘s in my office…Thanks for sharing…Judith, Texas
Thank you, Judith. If you make something similar, I’d love for you to share with me.
Fab idea…I think I need that Zutter Cutter!
Martha, it is one tool I am thankful I have when I need it. I don’t use it for everyday paper trimming, but when I need to do chipboard or multiple pages at once (think water color paper for a journal), this is a lifesaver!
Oh my goodness, Cheryl. You are so creative!
That is so stinkin’ cute.
Why thank you! 🙂