Tuesday, June 4, 2013

Make A Pocket Shrine

Create a mini shrine for your pocket.


A pocket shrine is a small pocket-sized box that is filled with personal treasures and artwork. You can create a shrine from a variety of containers, including matchboxes or small tins. Use basic craft supplies and paper cut outs to design these memento boxes any way you like. Store trinkets, photos and other keepsakes in the compartment and keep it in your pocket as a thoughtful reminder.


Instructions


1. Clean, dry and empty the tin.


2. Cut out pictures from magazines, newspapers or photographs that you want place on your shrine. Arrange the pictures both inside and outside the tin.


3. Apply a thin layer of Mod Podge on the outside of the tin, using a foam brush. Place a picture on the tin and coat it with a layer of the glue. Continue applying pictures until your entire surface is covered. Let dry.


4. Open the tin and repeat picture application. You can also paint or use glitter to decorate. Let dry.


5. Fill the tin with photographs, trinkets or other mementos. Keep it or give it to a friend.