Sew Perfect!!!

Onions have layers, ogres have layers...I think of that line in Shrek everytime I see these fun little cards I created for a swap with a few of my craftiest gal pals :)

I wanted to create my cards without breaking into any new product, so I decide to rifle through my scrap paper bin. I knew just what I was going to create when I came across my stash of Graphic 45 scraps!!! Here's what I came up with...



I layered my scraps and a printed sentiment and did some machine sewing around the edges. Two rotations gave me the messy stitching I was going for. I have to say, I LOVE sewing paper!!! Not much work for such a big effect---and I'm all about "give a little, get a lot"! I found that cute butterfly in the Michael's $1 bin :)



For my second card, I used the same technique with shimmery and glossy cardstock. I added a printed image and a few Glimmer Misted mini roses. I left this card without a sentiment so I can personalize it later.

I will definately be using this layered look again. Talk about using your scraps to their fullest potential! Until next time, my crafty friends!!!

Soft Green Charm Swap

Hi Everyone!

Here's a little "sneaky-peeky" of the charms I've created for a swap with my FABULOUS Marie Antoinette Mail Art group :) When the posting for this swap went out, I just couldn't resist!!!



I absolutely cannot wait to see what the other ladies have done! I'm going to make a pretty little charm bracelet with my returns :) I'll be sure to post pictures when I'm done.

Until next time!!!

WISH

Hello All!!!

Well...it's official. I've been bitten by the Copic bug! I buttered my Honey up and he finally consented to letting me buy a small assortment of these wonderfully addictive and completely AWESOME markers :)

I've spent the last few weeks gathering my supplies and can now proudly say, I've colored my first image!!! Now, what to do with her...

Why, Priscillastyles Midnight Madness Sketch Challenge #72, of course!!! It's also my first time playing along with the Midnight Madness crew (quite the week of firsts, eh?).

Here's my take on this weeks sketch...



I just LOVE how this card turned out! It's my take on a fairy godmother---wearing combat boots, a tutu and tiara and rockin' some super-cool, totally blinged-out wings!!!

I see many more Copic-ly colored cards in my future :) Until next time!!!

Faux Embossing Technique (LOVE IT!!!)

Here's a little tutorial on how to create a faux embossed look. This is such a versatile technique! From colorful and distressed (like my RockS Altered Journal!), to vintage "pressed tin", to whatever you can think up!



Did I mention I love this technique???

Until next time :)

Dressform Double-Slider Card

Here's a little card I created using some vintage sewing pattern, a lovely dressform die-cut, and a plastic grocery bag. Yes, I did say a plastic grocery bag!




To create this standard, double-slider card from an 8 1/2 x 11 inch paper...

Cut your card base to 5 1/2 x 11 inches.
Score at 3 1/2, 7 1/8 and 10 5/5.
You will also need 2 pieces of cardstock measuring 3 1/4 x 5 1/2 inches.

To create this card from a 12 x 12 inch paper...

Cut your cardbase to 5 1/2 x 12 inches.
Score at 3 3/4, 7 5/8, and 11 3/8.
You will also need 2 pieces of cardstock measuring 3 3/4 x 5 1/2 inches.

Both of these cards will fit a standard envelope.

If you are unfamiliar with the double-slider card, get the "How To" HERE!!!

Eggs Not Included...

Hello my fellow Blog Stalkers! Long time, no see, heh??? Well, I'm planning a triumphant return from the rabbit hole that I fell into over the summer, so...stay tuned (project foreshadowing was definately intended!!!)!

This summer has been a very busy and absolutely insane! I threw myself into work, family and TONS of swapping :) Here's a little sneaky-peaky into one of my fave's!

I created this little egg carton for a swap with a few of my favorite crafty gal pals. I was charged with creating a carton for Kasey (She's a Newby Blogger, so go check her out!). I tried to include as many of her favorite things into the design as I could. Here's what I came up with...

Marie...

The Eiffel Tower...

A little personalization...

Peacocks...

And then I filled it with lots of fun goodies. Each of the flowers hide another secret surprise.

Try as I might, I just couldn't fit some of the items into the little "egg cubbies", so I added a corsette pocket. I love how it turned out!!! Although, I have to admit, I feel a bit voyeuristic peeking down into the top of a corsette, lol!


Here's a few pics of my BEAUTIFUL carton from Dara. It has a lovely homespun feel with just a bit of Paris chic!



Until next time!