DIY: Mouse Pad

We've all had those requisite generic mousepads we didn't want to throw out.  The solution?  Cover them with a pretty fabric with a project that won't take more than 5 minutes!

What you'll need:

• glue gun
• glue sticks
• mouse pad
• fabric
• scissors
• cardboard

First: Gather materials, cut out fabric and leave a little room to fold

Next, place mouse pad upside down and glue around the edges(I added a layer of linen fabric for a bit of extra padding)

Place desired fabric(I used a piece of beautiful kimono remnant fabric) and repeat gluing step.  Finish by gluing a piece of hard cardstock or cardboard for backing.

Voila!  A beautiful "new" mousepad.  Easy piecy.

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What's Your Style?: Home Decor

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Wow.  This house is cool.  Not totally my style, but still.  Now this is more up my alley.  A mix of vintage, thrift, and modern finds.   Very feminine and oh so pretty...