Sweet trees

The second generation (started by friends, completed by family):

Table numbers

I struggled for some inspiration for the table numbers. Then I saw something I really liked and set about making my own version.

A long plank of wood was cut into blocks and sanded:

The blocks were painted:

Each number was drawn on paper and placed on top of each block. This provided a template for the nails:

The paper was ripped off leaving the nails in the wood:

Wool was wrapped around each nail to provide definition. Voila:

Letterbox

Who wants an ivory letterbox when you could have an orange one? Two coats of paint later:

Plywood letters were covered with gold glitter and attached to the front of my box with a hot glue gun:

In hindsight, I think the 'D' is back-to-front but it just provides a bit of added character :-)

There are a few finishing touches to be made but this project is nearly finished.