A Sweet Bite of {Watermelon}

Please tell me I'm not the only one that buys things and has them sit around for a year before I finally get to them, I know I can't be the only one who does this.  I bought this watermelon from The Wood Connection last year, and I finally finished it yesterday.  It seems like lately when I sit down to create it takes me longer than it used to.  It's that or I just don't have the time to create like I want to anymore. :)  I'm just glad to get the time to create when I do!
I was excited to get started on this watermelon.  I started by painting the rind edges green, and then painting the inside red along with the beadboard.  I used this fun striped paper for the rind on the front. 

I used some black polka dot paper to put on my seeds.  Then I glued the beadboard, seeds and rind all together.  

I knew I wanted to tie some ribbon around this somewhere, and when I went to get ribbon out, this giant ric rac was calling my name!  I also added the smaller black ric rac as well.  I love the fun look the ric rac gives the watermelon to finish it off.

I love how this turned out and I'm excited to have it up in my house!  My little boys are loving it too. :)

Have you started decorating for summer yet, or are you still enjoying spring?  I'm still enjoying spring, and I haven't taken my spring stuff down yet, but I'm sure glad to have started on the summer decor already. :)

Linking to:
Someday Crafts, Seven Thirty Three, Sew Much Ado, Lil' Luna, Oopsey Daisy, Ginger Snap Crafts, Mommy by day Crafter by night, Newlyweds on a Budget, Not JUST A Housewife, Somewhat Simple, Pincushion Creations, House of Hepworths, Sassy Sites, Grits & Giggles, Flamingo Toes, Positively Spendid, I ♥ Nap Time , Be Different...Act Normal

This wood design is copyright of The Wood Connection. I purchased this item unfinished. If you live in Utah and would like to purchase your own, head to The Wood Connection! They have very reasonable prices.