If you have followed me on my blog, Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest you might know that I have a wee obsession with monograms. Ok, you got me, it’s more like a really large obsession with monograms. The number one thing I usually make with my Silhouette CAMEO – monograms. The number one thing I love to give as gifts – monograms. In the spirit of #MonogramMonday I’ve rounded up some of my favorite DIY Monogram Gifts posts from around my blog, Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest feeds!
One of my favorite, and most popular, monogram tutorials is on how to make these ridiculously awesome ring dishes. Perfect for almost any lady on your gift list!
Another very popular post is my DIY Ornaments for Boys and Tweens. I think all girls, no matter their age, would adore these monogrammed ornaments and they are super simple to make.
In keeping with the gold monogram trend I made this monogrammed clipboard for myself last year and I am still using it! I couldn’t think of any of my daughters’ teachers who wouldn’t love a chic monogrammed clipboard.
This is one of my all time most used and favorite pins in the (relatively short) history of Pinterest. It teaches you how to use free files to make an endless array of monogrammed stickers and labels. I couldn’t believe how easy they were to make and they came out amazingly professional looking.
I made this serving tray two years ago from a $15 tray I found at Target! The great news for you is that they brought these amazing serving trays back again this year AND they added a new size as you can see from the gold tray I posted on my Instagram account!
Another one of my favorites from my Instagram feed is this Charming Charlie necklace that I personalized. For help on how to cut and apply a monogram you can check out my Vinyl 101 tutorial.
And last, but certainly not least, monogram gifts don’t always have to come in the physical form. A personalized digital monogram that can be used as a phone, tablet, or laptop screen image is also a wonderful way to show someone that you are thinking about them. I LOVE Monogram App available in the Apple App Store.
So those are just some of many DIY monogram holiday gifts that you can make this year. And monogrammed gifts are just for the holidays they are the perfect gift for any occasion. You can turn a plain jane mason jar, tumbler, coffee cup, frame, or clipboard and turn it into a one of kind, from the heart gift with just a little vinyl decal or a carefully painted set of three letters. If you don’t have a Silhouette CAMEO or Portrait, now is a wonderful time to get one. Black Friday deals are happening at Silhouette until December 8, 2014.
Happy holiday gift making!!
Yay for the new site (welcome to wordpress?)! You have me wanting to make every single one of these monogram ideas. Seriously. Off to Target this afternoon!!! xoxo
Do you mind telling me what font that is you used on the gold tray? Love it!!! TIA
Hi Charlotte,
Thanks! The name is in a font called Rochester, the flourish was added by me to the design, it’s not part of any font.
I have a cricket. What programs would I purchase to make the monograms you have made . I also have a vagabond. Thank you. sse6@juno.com
Hi Sue, I don’t have a cricket (nor do I know what a vagabond is) so I am not exactly sure what you’d need to purchase to make vinyl monograms. Sorry I can’t be of more assistance.
Stacy
Stacy,,, I enjoyed your post so much that I took the plunge and the great deal that you had on you facebook page and order a silhouette cameo……. that was on Dec 6th….
I’ve checked my order status on line several times and it has no tracking # . I’ve called the support at Silhouette and had to leave messages… no replies yet…
I was really looking forward to receiving this and now it seems that my order is in limbo… my account was charged and I am at a loss as to what to do next… very disappointing..
Donna, I am so sorry for your frustrations. I have emailed your comment to Silhouette so hopefully someone will get back to you soon.
Hello-
where do you normally buy all of your vinyl?
I like craftvinyl.com
Do you know the style name for the necklace! I have to have one!!! 🙂
I don’t know, it was on clearance at Charming Charlie, so maybe it’s not there anymore? Maybe they have something like it now? I would look through their website or better yet, their store!
Hello, I have just stumbled upon your gorgeous page. LOVE your work. We have nothing like this in Australia! Would you mind sharing what fonts you have used on these gifts? Thanks so much.
especially the danielle piece
I don’t want to purchase a sillouette for the few things I might want to make would you sell you decals. I would love one for the gold tray?
I ABSOLUTELY LOVE EVERYTHING YOU MADE, I JUST BOUGHT A Silhouette and I love it….I’m still a rookie though!!!!
Where is the link to download the free printable monogram stickers?
I have updated the link that was taking you in a circle. Here is the correct link for you!
http://www.prepavenue.com/2013/07/how-to-make-monogrammed-stickers.html
Do you use just regular vinyl on the trays? Can you wipe it off (I’m new and have found this post so helpful!)
I only use outdoor grade vinyl on all my projects. It’s super easy to wipe up!