Thoughts of Snow

So far this season, we've only had a dusting of snow or some flurries.  I love me some snow, although I don't want to drive around in it!  With these thoughts, I had to create my own "snow."  I found a pad of My Mind's Eye Christmas papers in my stash from who knows how long ago, but I wish I had looked at it sooner.  The papers are all so gorgeous! 

I decided to alter another makeup container and make a matching card.

The papers already have a nice glittered texture.  I used a Martha Stewart snowflake border punch and a snowflake punch.  I adhered the patterned papers to Bazzill teal cardstock.  I also used some shabby seam binding from Deb's Simple Treasures, pom-pom trim and twine from AC Moore, a teal button, the snowflake and a tag stamped with "let it snow" from Belinda Landtroop.

The container was difficult to work with as it is so tiny.  I used more of the same paper and trims but also added an Anna Griffin snowflake sticker, snowflake button and a tiny silver bell.  Of course, both the card and the box received a coating of Martha Stewart glitter.

Thanks so much for stopping by.  We'll see if my thoughts of snow bring me some soon!!

My First Altered Shabby Container

A couple of blogs I frequently stalk such as Melissa Phillips, Anabelle O'Malley, Audrey Pettit and Cherry's Jubilee (see links on sidebar) show the most gorgeous altered items.  I decided to try to give it a try myself.  I love that vintage, shabby look.  I have a whole new appreciation for the work it takes to make these.  I also realized that when working with hot glue you need to work fast!  Here is what I made.  It is by no means perfect, but I know what not to do the next time. 

The container I used was an empty Philosophy facial moisturizer pads box.  I covered in with K&Co Life's Journey papers and a Martha Stewart adhesive diecut on top.  The flower is Prima and the tag is stamped with a PTI sentiment.  The seam binding came from a vendor at the CK Valley Forge Convention and the pearls are from Joann Fabrics.  The lace, buttons, and metal tags were a birthday gift for me.  I used several shades of Tim Holtz alcohol ink to tone down the gold edge around the pearl button in the center of the flower.  Spray adhesive and Martha Stewart coarse glitter finished it off.

Thanks for stopping by.  Have a great weekend!

Happy 2012

Happy 2012! I wish the best for everyone in this new year.  I hope you had a happy break.  We had a wonderful, relaxing holiday.  The first couple of days were busy but so enjoyable with family and friends.  Some time was spent crafting a couple of things I never tried before--tags and containers.  It was so much fun!

Today, I have a card and tag set that I made for a sweet friend.  This is the first time I ever tried decorating a tag.  I've seen some beautiful ones on various blogs and wanted to give it a try.

Papers used here are K&Co Julianne line.  I bought the 6x6 size pad that had 96 sheets--I think it is going to last a lifetime! 

I used a Martha Stewart punch to make the decorative strip of paper.  I love this flower that was given to me as well as the trim.  A PTI stamp was used on the tag.

I handcut the flowers from the paper, attached them with foam adhesive and added a touch of Ranger Stickles.  The cream flower is from Recollections and the stamp from PTI.  Finished it off with a hemp bow and a piece of twill.  The edges were inked with antique linen Distress Ink.

It is a bit overcast here, so I haven't had a chance to photograph the container I made.  Hopefully, I'll be able to share it over the weekend.  Thanks so much for stopping by and for your sweet comments!

Christmas Joy

I can hardly believe it is almost the new year!  We've had a wonderful holiday.  Today, I have one last Christmas card to share and a winter-themed card.

This card uses a lot of the Sweet Season line from Webster's Pages such as the paper, journaling card, bloomer, fabric trim, stickers and sparkler.  I added a Martha Stewart doiley that I glittered and put behind the journaling card.  I also added some Liquid Pearls around the frame on the journaling card.

Unfortunately, there was no white Christmas for us this year.  I do love snow (not particularly driving in it but from the comfort of home)!  This next card conveys my feelings!

I used DCWV cardstock here.  It is hard to see but I sprayed Dazzling Diamonds Glimmer Mist over a Tattered Angels snowflake mask onto the green cardstock.  I cut the snowflakes from a Brenda Walton snowflake silhouette, attached it with foam squares, and embellished it with Recollection rhinestones, ribbon, bells, and a Let it Snow tag.  I then added some random K&Co snowflakes stickers to the card.

Now, I am hoping you can help me with a problem I have with losing my photos on my camera card once I upload them.  I cannot figure out why.  Does anyone have a solution for me?  It never happened before but now is all of a sudden.

I do hope everyone has had a happy Christmas holiday and wish you all the best in the new year!  Thanks for stopping by.

It's Beginning to Look A Lot Like Christmas

Decorations are done, some cookies are made, some presents are wrapped, and some cards have been mailed.  Still need to finish wrapping, addressing cards and do  a bit more baking.  I'm a bit behind in these preparations, but it will all be done by Christmas Eve. 

I did manage to take some time to create a couple of cards.  I hope to squeeze in some cardmaking time over these next couple of days to make a few more.  My son has asked me to make a card for him to give to a girl he likes--I'm flattered!

Up first are two cards I made using some older Brenda Walton papers, snow globe sticker and chipboard. 

It was difficult to photograph this card without getting some glare on the snow globe.  I used an EK scallop punch on the paper to form a frame for the globe.  I then put some Recollections gold beads around the globe as well as some red rhinestones on the tiny stars and added some glittered star stickers from K&Company.  The globe is topped off with a red bow, baker's twine and two tiny gold bells.

Here, I layered the Noel chipboard on top of another scalloped circle I punched from the Brenda Walton paper and put that on top of a gold Wilton doily.  I used pop-up dots by 3M to give it some dimension and then finished it off with some gold Recollections beads.

My final card uses some old Melissa Frances papers I found in my stash.  I also used a Martha Stewart embossed snowflake punch, lace, buttons, twine and a little gold bell.  The tag is stamped with a PTI sentiment--I love those tiny-sized stamps.

Well, that's it for today.  I hope to be back again before Christmas with a few more creations.  I do want to take the time to thank everyone for their sweet comments.  I appreciate each and every one!

December Birthdays

I have two cards to share today.  I will be in Williamsburg this weekend to see the holiday decorations with some of my family.  I have a dear cousin who will be turning 40 while we are there, so I plan to give this first card to her.

I used K&Co Julianne paper, Martha Stewart doily spritzed with Smooch Sprtiz vanilla shimmer, Jolee's boutique satin flower, PTI stamp, Recollection pearls, and Making Memories stickers.

 This next card is for a good friend of mine whose birthday is just before Christmas.

This card also uses K&Co Julianne papers, Martha Stewart punch, PTI stamp, stickpin made by me, and a Recollection pearl swirl.

Thanks for stopping by!  I hope to have some Christmas cards to post after I get back from Williamsburg.  Have a great week!

It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year

Happy December!  I just love this time of the year!  We spent a good bit of time over the weekend decorating for Christmas.  And I spent a good bit of time today finishing it up while baking cookies. 

I have a project to share today.  I bought these wooden snowflakes at Michael's to give as gifts (or keep for myself!).  First, I painted both sides white and then used VersaMagic chalk ink in Jumbo Java to distress the edges.  I then applied Martha Stewart coarse glitter to each and added K&Co stickers to the centers.  I gave a coat of Glossy Accents to the vintage images to add some dimension. 

Here are the unfinished snowflakes.

This one I added some Recollections rhinestones, silver-wired ribbon, and a little silver bell attached with twine.

I love the delicate shape of this one so kept the embellishing to a minimum.

And this one was finished off with a little red bow, gold and silver jingle bells and red and white twine.

I apologize for the poor quality of the photos.  I had a difficult time photographing the glitter.  Thanks for stopping by!