Cutting Edge Magaine DT Project - Money Envelope Project

Hi All,

As i was going through a list of al the projects that I have created blogs for I came across some posts that I had not shared.  This is one of them...


Hi Everyone,

Yes I know it has been a bit over a week since I have posted but a lot has transpired.  First, I GOT A GAZELLE!!!!  I am super excited!  And it is up and running.  It took a minute to do because I was facing opposition I needed a new/used computer so that it would not interferre with the main PC that Hubs uses to work on.  So got that squared away, finally, and I AM IN LOVE.. This is a beautiful machine and I am looking for things to cut.  :D  I have been working on projects in the meantime though.

Today I am showing a project with a wedding theme.  Being that wedding season is upon us.  I love everything about weddings except for the family drama ;).  Never the less, after purchasing the engagement present or bridal shower gift or the wedding gift for the happy couple, we tend to also give the newlyweds a bit of cash to help them start their new life.  And that is where the money holder comes in.  Instead of just giving a card I used my beautiful Gazelle, a phrase from Ms Kate Cuttables and a file from My Grafico to create this Money Envelope.  I love how this came out.  The file is set to be used as a vertical pocket.

I wanted to add a BIG sentiment so I cut the flap down just a bit so it matched the other side, glued it all together and viola!  I adore this project. Quick and easy and perfect.  This can be used for other occasions than just a wedding day but I just love how it came out.

I added some Distress ink to the letters to help them stand out and not blend into that beautiful lace.

What I used...

Cut Files: (envelope) My Grafico, (sentiment) Miss Kate Cuttables
Patterned Paper: (Autumn Leaves) Bellisimo
Ink: (Tim Holtz) Victorian Velvet
Embellishments:  (Trico) Burgundy and Ivory Mulberry roses, Fabric roses
(Recollections) Metal key 
(Ebay) Flat-back pearls
(Dress-It-Up) Vintage buttons 
(Bridal) Stamens 
(Offray) ribbon
(Luv Unlimited) Antique Style Lace

Practical Scrapper DT Project - Scallops

Hi Everybody,

I am really pumped to show you my first project as a member for the Design Team of Practical Scrappers (PS)!!

The challenge was to use scallops in a creative way.  So I thought and thought and thought and while thinking I came up with several ways to use a scallop shape and decided on using two of them on a card.  Among the many thoughts for scallop use I created a butterfly and a dress form.

So here are some pic of the scallop butterfly, the dress form and some other close ups of the card.

For the butterfly I snipped off two opposing scallops from a Fiskar's punch (I think it is the medium 1" poppy punch) and used some baker's twine for the body.  For the dress form I cut two slits toward the center to create the top half and them folded the scallop down to create the dress.  This worked out really well since I don't have a dress form die.  This technique would work great on double sided paper. I punched out two scallops and glued them together.

Oh, and that gorgeous lace you see is from my Etsy store.

I definitely recommend this technique, quick and easy - a crafter's dream.

So there you have it everybody.  I want to thank you all for stopping by and give a big shout out to the new subbies!!!  All I will see you all next time.


Kelli

What I used...
~Glitz Hello Friend 6x6 Paper pack
~Ranger Adirondack paint dabber
~Wooden Heart shape
~Miss Elizabeth's adhesive paper lace
~Twinery Carribean Twine
~Mulberry flowers
~Offray Ribbon
~Fiskar's Scallop and Poppy punches
~Sentiment from Tiddly Inks
~Antique Ivory Floral lace

Gorgeous Inexpensive Laces For Sale

Hi Everybody.

I wanted to share with you a place to get some really gorgeous quality laces and super inexpensive prices, LuvUnlim8d (Love Unlimited).  In all my years of crafty I have come to the conclusion that though our hobby CAN be an expensive one, it DOESN'T HAVE TO be.  There are fabulous quality products out there that wont cost your first born or the monetary equivalent.

LuvUnlim8d (Love Unlimited) is a store that I have started to get beautiful laces and trims and won't lead you to the poor house after your purchases.  You may even see some projects I have made but that is another story.

Shipping is a flat rate fee of $5.95 and sent via the USPS. So domestically, you should receive your order within 3 days and internationally within 7.

Here is a sample of some if the laces you will see in the store.  Clicking on the images will take you right to the Etsy listing.

Black Floral Lace

White Crocheted Lace

Cream Antique Lace

Ivory Floral Lace

I will add more laces, trim and other goodies that I find so there will be something for everyone.  If you are looking for a particular item, buttons, pearls, paper, etc. Let me know so that I can add it to the store.

Thanks Everyone!!

Love you all and thank you for your support!!

Kelli