I guess if I were to be describe by a toy, a yo-yo would be a good description. I can be a bit of a fruitcake, but in a very good way, I promise. I’m an Aquarius – you have to forgive me! We have our heads in the clouds. So the yo-yos. When I spotted these at Michaels, I squealed. Can I tell you that a large part of my childhood was spent practicing with my Duncan? The funny thing is that I had more than one. These were competition quality yo-yos, my friends. My brothers and I had them and learned all sorts of tricks. I could walk the dog, do the sleeper and more.
I even watched the Yo-Yo Man (on the Smothers Brothers). And know I’m realizing that I’m an enormous dork, so I should probably move onto the tutorial before I embarrass myself further. I blame my mom, since she’s the one who bought us the yo-yos. If you want to do the same to your children, then follow these instructions.
Gather These Supplies
Wood yo-yos – Creatology at Michaels. Yes, these actually work!
FolkArt Acrylic Paint – Ballet Pink and Blue Ink
FolkArt Extreme Glitter – Hologram and Royal Blue
Mod Podge Gloss
Scrapbook paper – I used American Crafts Everyday and DCWV Animal Crackers
Pencil
Scissors
Paintbrush
As I’ve written this entry, I’ve become intrigued by yo-yo’ing again, and I might have to take it back up.
I think I’m going into a “state of yo.” Peel the stickers off.
Trace the yo-yos onto your scrapbook paper. I used two different scrapbook papers, as you saw. Obviously you’ll need two circles – so do it twice.
Cut the circles out carefully. Set the paper aside.
Paint your yo-yos. If your papers are thick enough, just paint the edges. I didn’t worry about painting down into where the string was. Allow to dry.
Put a medium layer of Mod Podge down onto the yo-yo and spread out – put the paper down and smooth thoroughly. Wipe away any Mod Podge that comes out the edges when you are spreading. Allow to dry for 15 – 20 minutes and then repeat with the other side.
Coat the entire yo-yo with Mod Podge. Allow to dry and then put on another coat. Be careful not to get the Mod Podge down onto the string! If you do, your yo-yo won’t actually “yo.”
I wanted a little “schwing” added to the outside rim of both yos, so I added FolkArt Extreme Glitter. I added Royal Blue (which I have a “pre-release jar” of) to the Blue Ink and Hologram to the Ballet Pink. I allowed to dry and gave two coats.
I even went “wild and crazy” with the pink yo-yo – I did flowers one side and dots on the other. Now time to show all my friends and family my amazing yo-yo tricks!
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Those newfangled yoyos are so sweet, Amy! A great little gift for kids, too. You could mod podge their name or even a photo right on there and make it super-personalized, or even have a decorate-your-own-yoyo-craft at a birthday party! so many ways to use this idea… hmmm…. thanks for the inspiration!
haha, how cool! Great idea for yo-yo enthusiasts, a custom yoyo!
Love,
The Creative Muslimah @ http://www.thecreativemuslimah.blogspot.com
Dang, those are too cute.
I have no idea how to yo-yo as i always seem to knock myself in the head with it. Trying to be too fancy with my moves, LOL…
What a fun project!! You are so not alone in your dorkiness!! I owned several myself. YoYo Man ruled! How awesome that Michael’s has these, I would love to see them make a big comeback. *deep sigh* Thinking there’s probably an app for that, and that people wouldn’t be interested anymore.
Kicking it “old school” with the yo-yos–nice! They are so much fun Amy! {Ummm, kind of love the extreme glitter too
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Love that Yo-Man! Tommy Smothers qualifies as the best!
Fun idea, as usual!
Rose
Your so cute Amy!….and your yo-yos turned out so pretty! xo
These are so sweet. Ahh the memories of walking the dog with the Smothers brothers. Thanks for the trip down memory lane.
I’ve totally podged yoyo’s in the past, too!
here’s a tattoo one I made….
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Such a fun little project!
What a cute idea. I have not seen a yo-yo in forever. I’m your newest follower. I’m throwing my first link party today (Monday) it would be great if you would stop by and share your project.
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so cute, love the pink one! thanx so much for sharing on Craft schooling Sunday! xoxoxSara
adorable!
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fun fun yo-yo’s!!! very cool idea!
omg I remember how I use to hurt myself w/them as a child, talk about being a klutz…
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This is such a cute idea. These would make great favors!
What a great idea for a unique gift! I love it! I am a new follower.
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So cute! These would make great party favors!
My little guy’s upcoming b-day party needs to have these as favors.
Fabulous!
So cute… I am going to try this with my kids!
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love it! believe it or not, I just bought mod podge for the first time this weekend!
megan
craftycpa.blogspot.com
It is cool! Very nice!
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