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Wednesday, September 1, 2010

Birthday Girl Party Favors

Happy 1st of September everyone! Today kick starts the beginning of my favorite season. Speaking of seasons, you know what I love about birthdays? They know no season. The more people you know, the more reasons for celebration throughout the year. In honor of all birthdays all year long, I've created a set of party favors.

I covered a paper mache box with pattern paper, resin frame, glitter chipboard star and crepe paper, all from Melissa Frances. Vintage "Glamour Post" images from Artchix Studio

                        
Embellish with buttons, sliver twisty star thingies (what ARE those things called??) add some pom pom trim around the edge of the box.



Goodie bags! These are just  your basic brown paper bags embellished with pattern paper and stick-on pearls, . I made ribbon rosettes, glued them on clothespins and attached images of vintage lovelies on top. I stuck a feather plume to the clothespin as well.
Of course, the party hat. No party is complete without the crowning glory of the party hat. I used the same supplies throughout the entire set. Pattern paper, feathers, stick on pearls, crepe paper, ribbon rosettes and pom pom trim.

                                       
Happy Birthday and Happy Fall! 

Thursday, August 26, 2010

CRESCENDoh

Thank you SO much to the beautiful and talented Jenny Doh for inviting me to be a Guest Curator on CRESCENDoh for this past week. What an incredible experience it has been. Thank you, Jenny, it has truly been an honor.

Thursday, August 19, 2010

Vintage Inspired Corsage

I love vintage corsages.
 I love that they have a history. Perhaps worn for a high school prom, an Easter Sunday or Mother's Day.
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A quick and simple tutorial on how to make your own vintage inspired corsage.
Supplies: 
 Flower- Prima
Patterned ribbon, paper -Melissa Frances
Vintage Glamour Post-Artchix Studio
Heart Mirror- Heidi Swapp
Feathers, buttons, sheer ribbon- craft supply

Cut out a  piece of paper to fit the back of the flower
Cut a piece of sheer ribbon and glue to the back of the paper. Make this as long or short as you'd like. Corsages look beautiful around the wrist, neck, waist or ankle.
Cut out a couple pieces of paper and ribbon. They're each about 2" long.
Now just stick in your embellishments wherever you please! I used  Zip Dry to glue everything in and it holds like a charm.
Finished product! Now, don't you look lovely? :)

Thursday, August 12, 2010

Somerset Home

Alright ladies, time to pick up another issue of Somerset! This time, it's Somerset Home! I'm so excited and honored to have my vintage baby wall hang featured in this issue. 

I am absolutely in love with Lesley Morgan's crystal mobile on the cover. So sweet!

Monday, July 26, 2010

Lazy Days of Summer..


Summer so far..

~Visiting the farmer's market
~Bike rides
~ Outdoor live music
~ Lime popsicles
~ Picnics
~ Hiking
~Mountains
~Lakes
~ Road trips
~Thunderstorms
~Red ripe cherries
~Listening to evening insect songs




A sunny, bathing beauty card inspired by those lazy days of summer. Pattern paper, rub-on, chipboard sun and starfish from Melissa Frances. Vintage image by Cosmo Cricket.
Also, if you haven't seen the new Kitschy Kitchen line from Melissa Frances click here. I was drooling at the last CHA when the prototypes were out and now they're FINALLY here! Weeeee!! These stickers might be the cutest things ever!

Monday, July 19, 2010

Somerset Life

If you haven't already picked up the latest issue of Somerset Life, do it! Because, well, I'm in it! I'm incredibly honored to be a part of this gorgeous publication. 

From Stampington's website-
 ~Embrace the art of creative living with the Summer issue of Somerset Life. This 144-page captivating issue is filled to the brim with inspired ideas for infusing beauty into everyday life. Learn easy ways to elevate the inside of your purse; enjoy a baking day inspired by the film Julie and Julia; or find a number of ways to keep cherished recipes safe. Gorgeous photography coupled with powerful words make this an issue you won’t want to miss.~

As you're devouring this issue, be sure to check out the vintage inspired party decorations I made using simple things like brown paper bags and clothespins.

Wednesday, July 14, 2010

Fairy Tussie-Mussie

Just a quick tutorial on how to create a different kind of  tussie-mussie. Usually they're filled with flowers, but I thought I'd put a  twist on one by topping it with a clear glass ornament filled with a little winged cutie.

Supplies used-
Pattern paper -Melissa Frances
Flowers and pearl embellishment - Prima
Fairy-Art chix Studio
Clear ornaments- I picked some up at Michael's
Instructions-

Use a cone template to trace your paper. I just googled  "cone template" and a ton came up.
Next, cut out your paper and roll it into the shape of a cone. Glue edges together and let dry.
Take the clear ornament, unscrew the cap and place the fairy inside, screw the cap back on.You may need to put a little glue on the bottom of her feet to help her stand up in the globe. Glue around the bottom edge of the ornament and place inside the cone.

Now the fun part! Embellish the cone as you wish. Add some flowers, ribbon, pearls, anything you like!