Article 3 : Mr & Mrs Just/Married Decor With wedding season fast approaching any brides to be will be thrilled to see the sunshine finally making an appearance!  At this point in your preparation you may also be thinking of those special final touches that will make your day extra special and unique. We have noted the demand for Mr and Mrs/Just Married signs has not wavered this wedding season, and with good reason!  The popular décor is quirky and versatile, with many wedding planners using them for a number of reasons  such as a photo props, gift and cake table decoration, cake toppers and mostly top table decoration. It is worth noting that basic Mr & Mrs/Just Married signs are available to hire at a cost of anywhere up to £25 for the day! However, here at Calico Laine we know that you talented crafters would rather get creative!  Basic wooden signs are available for purchase online for as little as £2.99 (check out online auction sites for the best deals!) and of course everything you need to decorate and embellish is available on our website.  When your special day is over bring an element of love to your home by proudly displaying your creation as a reminder of the commitment you have made to each other. Equipment needed: Mr & Mrs letters or sign Flat back gems - any flat back gems will do however, we recommend Acrylic Jewels  or smaller size Swarovski Stones Good quality glue, we suggest using Gem Tac Glue Precise Tweezers such as XCut Precision Tweezers A bottle cap (to hold your glue) A plastic bag or cardboard to protect your surface 15mm ribbon Step 1 - Organisation With projects of this nature it is important to be organised.  Lay your plastic or cardboard onto your work surface and place your item on top of this.  Have your glue in your bottle cap and tweezers at the ready. Step 2 Using your tweezers, pick up a gem and dab into the glue.  Carefully place your stone into the desired position.  The glue we have suggested is a strong glue so you do not need a lot but as it dries clear don't worry if you have put on too much! Step 3 - Positioning In order to create an extra sparkly we recommend adding the gems in an irregular pattern rather than using uniform lines however for easier gemming do follow the outside line of each letter.  The glue does not dry instantly so you are able to reposition the gems if necessary.  Be careful not to play around too much as the glue will lose its stickiness. Step 4 If you wish to use your sign as a hanging decoration you can add some ribbon however, your decoration will also work just as well as a free standing item. All tools and fabric can be purchased from Calico Laine, either on our website or by calling 0151 336 3939 where one of our friendly sales team will be happy to assist you.  Don’t forget to post pictures of your project to our Facebook page!