Thursday, September 22, 2016

An Eerie Tale Halloween Wreath


I made this Halloween Wreath for Graphic 45's September Challenge (#DarkSidewithG45) using paper from An Eerie Tale and a bit from Raining Cats and Dogs. I did a lot of fussy cutting and machine cutting as well. I was trying to think of a good way to add dimension to a very flat project when I saw Olga Heldwein's guide to making crumpled autumn leaves on the G45 blog - there was my answer! I used the technique to make flowers and leaves and they added so much to the wreath! You can see them in closeups below. I also took a photo from the side to give a better idea of the dimension. 






Tuesday, September 13, 2016

Thank You (Spring/Summer)


This is third of three cards I made for My Favorite Things' 
The three represent different seasons and different themes,
but all use the same MFT dies and stamps, Peaceful Wildflowers,
and they are heat embossed on each card.
I wanted to use them in three different ways, 
so this one features a row of flowers with happy Spring/Summer colors.
Sparkle is provided by jewels, sequins, and shiny paper! 

May You Find Peace This Day (Winter)


This is second of three cards I made for My Favorite Things' 
The three represent different seasons and different themes,
but all use the same MFT dies and stamps, Peaceful Wildflowers,
and they are heat embossed on each card.
I wanted to use them in three different ways, 
so this one features a frame of flowers with my favorite Winter colors.
Sparkle is provided by jewels and silver pen dots. 


Thinking of You (Autumn)


This is first of three cards I made for My Favorite Things' 
The three represent different seasons and different themes,
but all use the same MFT dies and stamps, Peaceful Wildflowers,
and they are heat embossed on each card.
I wanted to use them in three different ways, 
so this one features a wreath with lovely Autumn colors.
The golden netting and burlap provide texture,
while the glitter paper, golden leaf, and sequins provide the sparkle!