Introducing 'Love Never Fails' in Large Format // Low-cost Decorating, Big Impact {Engineer Print}

Sometimes you just have to go big! I mean, there's one room in my house with vaulted ceilings and anything standard sized on the walls or mantle just looks teeny tiny. Yet I just can't bring myself to commit to pricey oversized pieces, especially for seasonal decor.

Recently, a friend introduced me to engineer prints and I'm loving this easy large format option! So I decided to give it a try with my new LOVE NEVER FAILS Design.

This 24x36 print is the perfect size to make a big statement on my mantel. And the best part is is cost is just about $4 to print in BW at Staples! I've ordered engineer prints twice now from Staples and I do have to say that the print didn't come out perfectly, because it's meant for architect plans and not photos. But for $4, I didn't really mind! Staples offers 3 sizes: 18x24, 24x36, 36x48. A color version runs around $25.

The instant download in my shop includes BOTH the 18x24 and 24x36 PDF files. Woohoo!!

I picked up the frame at Michael's recently on sale. Another option would be to mount the print to foam core with spray adhesive. I haven't tried this yet because I love just being able to switch out prints quickly with the frame.

Every time I look at this print the lyrics to the Jesus Culture song One Thing Remains go through my head:

Your Love Never Fails, It Never GIves Up, It Never Runs Out On Me

Your Love Never Fails, It Never GIves Up, It Never Runs Out On Me

Because On and On and On and On it Goes

For It Overwhelms and Satisfies My Soul

And I Never Ever Have to Be Afraid

One Thing Remains ....

And we sometimes always need the reminder of His never-ending, overwhelming,

satisfying love for us! I sure do!

Here are a few more views:

 I'm trying to decide what I think of my felt heart wreath.

You can always count on Target for some holiday banners.

Topiary idea from My Blessed Life.

Hers looks better. I needed about 10 more cupcake liners or to not do it in such a hurry!

And fresh tulips from Trader Joe's are always a must!

So, what do you think of my first Valentine's engineer print design?  Go try it and let me know what you think! Instant download in my Etsy shop.

Happy Valentine's Day!

Valentine's Freebies {Part 1, DIY Love iPhone Cover}

I'm so excited about Part 1 of my series of "Love" Freebies for Valentine's Day!

Back in November I upgraded my smartphone to an iPhone and began searching for a nice looking cover. I wanted something fun and stylish but didn't really want to commit to anything expensive as my tastes tend to change on a whim. So I opted for a clear cover that was on sale at Staples for $10 — with the intention of putting my own design inside the cover.

Fast-forward to February and I finally got around to giving it a try! It literally took me 10 minutes or less. I found a tutorial and template online, printed it out, trimmed it, cut a hole for the camera and inserted it into my case. When my husband saw it, he asked me when I bought a new iPhone case. Score!! He thought I spent money on it!

My gift to you is a template to create a Love-themed cover for your iPhone 4s, iPhone 5 or Android phone. All you need is a color printer, a sheet of card stock or matte photo paper (that's what I used), and a clear phone cover. Then follow the directions on the PDF. It's really as simple as trimming and inserting it inside your case.

Download your templates for iPhone 4s, iPhone 5 or Android.

If you aren't into making a custom phone case, don't worry! I've have some more freebies and printables lined up for this week. Please subscribe to my blog by typing your email address into the box to the right so these goodies will show up in your inbox!

Enjoy!
Erin

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Take 25% off any print in my shop. (LOVE25) Offer ends Wednesday, February 5 at 12 a.m.