Baby Shower Rosettes

Soon, one of my co-workers is expecting her first baby.

We recently threw her a surprise shower at work.

I volunteered to make some decorations.

I made these large rosettes in shades of blue.

I was not sure how they will be displayed at the shower and maybe later at her home.

I did not want to punch any holes in them.

I also wanted to leave the centers so my friend could personalize them any way she wanted.

Maybe with the baby's name.

Or pictures of the baby.

Or pictures of the family or parents...

Or maybe with images that will fit the nursery theme.

So I used these teeny tiny clothespins to hang them.

Each rosette uses two 12" x 12" sheets of scrapbook paper.

I cut each sheet in half and then made marks to fold every 1/2 inch with my Stampin' Up Simply Scored Board.

 Then I accordian folded all 4 pieces and glued them end to end for one long strip.

Then I glued the ends of the strip together and pushed the circle down firmly until the rosette forms.

I use 2 large circles that I punched from coordinating card stock and glued one to the front and one to the back.

Easy Peasy.

My friend really liked them.

They were very festive and helped to dress up our location for the shower.

I think I will make some other sets for upcoming celebrations as well.

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Craft Lightning 15 Minute Craft..Sweet Pocket Treat Tags

I have long been a fan of Angie at  Country Chic Cottage.

So when I had the chance to sign up to participate in Craft Lightning 15 Minute Halloween crafts with her and Carolina at 30 Minute Crafts, I signed up before I knew what I would be doing.

I had several ideas and finally decided on quick Sweet Pocket Treat Tags.

Start with some cool Halloween papers.

I bought a sweet scrap pack at A.C. Moore last year so I pulled out a few different designs.

I also used my paper cutter and an awesome Tag Punch from Stampin' Up.

Trim your paper into 2 inch wide strips so they will fit in the tag punch.

You can vary the length depending on how deep you would like your pocket.

Punch the tops of your tags.

To be sure everything is straight, be sure to flip it over and check the window on the back.

How cool is that?

One punch and the tag top is ready.

I did several quickly.

I would always rather make multiples of something in a few extra minutes, rather than having to go back and redo steps.

I used my Stampin' Up Simply Scored Scoring board.

I love that thing....

I marked some tags at 2 inches and scored across the bottom there.

Longer strips got scored a little longer.

That way the pocket will be deeper.

I folded over the bottom tab.

I used My Darice Double Sided Permanent Tape roller next.

I carefully ran the tape right along the edge of the tab.

Remember, you want the pocket to be wide enough to actually hold a goodie...

Next is the fun part.

Add whatever stickers or embellishments you love.

I had a handful of old three dimensional Halloween stickers that were perfect.

Stick them on.

Again, I did several in a minute or so.

This next part is fun too...

Find any fun fibers, ribbons and yarns you may have.

This pile has all been picked up this summer while thrifting....

Cut your fibers and add one or more to each tag.

I am loving the brown craft group.

Lastly, add a few treats and goodies.

Air Heads fit.

So do Jolly Rancher sticks.

Even Andes Mints.

For family and people you really like....

Cash might be the best gift of all.

You can easily make several in 15 minutes, just gather supplies first.

I hope you are inspired to make some of your own.

Head over to Craft Lightning for a whole week's worth of fast Halloween crafts.

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A Wooden Tote Makeover...

This spring my in laws came to visit. 

 They brought all sorts of treasures.

One of their friends is moving and she is getting rid of a lot of stuff.

Among the goodies was this broken tote.

Actually the tote is good.

The handle is broken.

I like the lettering on this side.

I love the weathered look of the wood.

Then there is this side.

I was not-so-much loving this side.

No worries...

DecoArt Chalkboard Paint to the rescue!

Just add two coats brushed in different directions.

Allow it to dry in between.

Then rub with chalk to condition.

Wipe it off and you are ready!

I also replaced the broken handle a branch from a tree that needed to be trimmed anyway.

White Stampin' Chalk Markers from Stampin' Up are such a great way to add chalkboard art or lettering.

They do wipe off with a damp rag but do not wipe off if you brush against it.

Plus I like having more control with the pen tip since chalk does not leave a crisp line.

Now it is all ready for my herb collection for the fair....

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 I received  free products to use in my designs from both DecoArt and Stampin' Up.

My designs and opinions are purely my own...

You will always hear my honest assessment of the products I use.

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