I've seen these string art maps on Pinterest, so decided to make one for a good friend for Christmas this year.
I started out on eBay buying a map of Oregon.
I then copied it (so I could use the original more than once). I had to copy it in two pieces, then tape it together. I cut the copy right up to the edge of the state line. My husband made a board and stained it dark.
I then nailed these #18 3/4" Escutcheon Pins right along the edge of the paper. I hit each nail about 5 times so it stayed, but still stuck out enough to hold the string.
I used a popsicle stick to keep the distance of each nail equal.
Once I got done with the outline, I found a heart online and taped it to the middle of the board. I nailed around it. I didn't use a stick in between these nails, as I needed to get them close together. I just eyed it.
I started in the upper left corner. I then wrapped string from the edge of the state to the heart. I did one wrap along the state lines and about 4-5 on each heart nail.
When I got back to the upper left corner, I tied the string in a couple of knots then applied some Krazy glue to the knots. I cut the string as close as I could and called the job done!
I love the way it turned out and my friend who received it loves it too!
Thanks for your visit!
Pam
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