I simply adore Target's dollar section. My target had these fabulous $1 boxes last week. The options are endless! Welcome to Love is in the Air Blog Hop.
I started by layering my ribbon and lace. The lace is from Hobby Lobby and the ribbon is from Joann. I used Terrificall Tacky Tape to secire the two layers together.
My next step was to apply my ribbon to the box.
Once I had the ribbon on the box, I used some gliitered ribbon to hand pleat.
Next I applied a layered cut from Love Struck Cricut cartridge at 4.76 inches.
Then I cut this banner form Heritage at 1.94 inches. I inked with white chalk ink and then stamped this sentiment from Pink By Design Here Comes The Bride Set.
I then folded the edges and hot glued the banner to the box with some rhinestones.
Here are some close ups to see the details.
And of course . . .
A GIVEAWAY for one lucky reader.
Several pieces of ribbon, Tutu Pink Glitter Glam, and flocking jars in bright colors for spring.
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One of my "Goals" this year is to do more layouts. I am super proud of this one. I even did some journaling (I don't like my handwriting so it makes me nervous). All the paper is from My Mind's Eye Oh La La collection. I love this collection. It is masculine yet sophisticated. All the cuts were inked with Walnut Stain Distress Ink. I added lots of details so let's get started.
First I used a 12 by 12 sheet for my base of the layout. Then I added this half cut of a top note shape from Art Philosophy. To save on paper, I always hang these large images off the edge of my mat in either Gypsy or CCR. It is cut at 11.47 inches.
Next I started on the tab shape this is also from Art Philosophy. It is cut at 6.72 inches. I also cut a ribbon slide at 1.59 inches. I slid layered ribbon through the slots. Awhile back I made a video on how I layer ribbon. So I will add it here for those who may have not seen it.
It's a great way to use scraps and create dimension with trims and ribbons. How to Layer Ribbon Video I add this link for my readers who may not be able to see the video
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Next I added this half scallop cut at 3.12 inches to my tab cut and then added the pictures. I created this photo strip in Photobucket. I also used a little creative editing to change the color of the picture to look more retro.
Next I mounted my tab shape to the layout and used pop dots to raise it up. I also create this border from Art Philosophy at .93 inches by welding two borders together.
If you don't know how to weld a border here is another video. How to Weld Borders in Gypsy I add this link for my readers who may not be able to see the video embedded into the post. If you are on my blog you should not have to click the link unless you want to subscribe to my YouTube Channel.
I then created this Olive shape by altering some cuts from the Cricut cartridge "From My Kitchen". I could not find an olive on any of my cartridges, so I did a little playing on the Gypsy and finally got what I think is a great looking olive. I used the new stamp set from Pink By Design called Plum Perfect for the "Olive You". I gave my stamp a slight curve to give shape to the stamped image.
Finally I added my olive to the layout and few strips of pom pom trim to the bottom of the layout.
Now for the scary part. I added some journaling. This made me so nervous but I did it! I wrote "Nick loves his olives! One for each finger!". I also used my Smash date stamp to add a date to the layout. I am slowly learning that my layouts don't always have to be about technique or art but rather the idea of sharing our families memories for years to come.
I love making "romantic" cards. I have 3 boys so I don't get to play with flowers and such very often but this paper from Webster's Pages was too gorgeous to hide away in my stash.
I started by cutting a damask and its shadow from Damask Decor. They were cut real size off at 4.76 inches. I inked the edges of all the cuts.
Next I assembled the cuts.
Then I cut the doves layer from the same cut at 4.76 inches real size off. By leaving the real size off my layers will fit, regardless if they were cut at different times. I gave each of the wings a bit of a lift to add dimension.
Next i cut this banner from Heritage Cricut cartridge. It was cut at inches. I then stamped this sentiment from Pink By Design "Here Comes The Bride". To make the sentiment fit the banner, I placed it on my block with a slight curve. I then folded the edges back under each other to make the banner look 3D. I added a rhinestone to the cut.
Finally I tied my ribbon and mounted my cuts to my card base. This card is larger at 6 by 6. But I think it has an elegance that anyone would love to receive.
Here are some more shots so you can see how all the details made this card so beautiful.
Today I have a quick goodie box to share. My son's Paras have been transferred to a new school. They work so hard to take care of him, so I knew I needed to squeeze in a quick favor this week.
I used the new Imagine Notebook Doodles for the container. (I bought mine from Terrikrafts at Stampsalive.blogspot.com) I set the image to fit to page and I changed the default pattern. When I changed the pattern, the scoremarks vanished off the cut!
I was in too much of a rush to fiddle with cutting the original, so I used my Martha Stewart Scoreboard estimated where the scoremarks would be. I finsihed folding the box and added my candy.
The last step was to cut a "quotation" shape from the built in Imagine Shapes and filled it with a pattern from Notebook Doodles. I stamped with Pink By Design "Big Thoughts" for the sentiment.
I am going to find time this weekend to make a video for you on how to fold this box when the scoremarks vanish. Have a Happy Friday!
I finally got to play with the new Cricut Imagine cartridge The Good Old Days. I am so in love with this cartridge. The colors and patterns are awesome and full of year round images. As soon as I saw this image, I had the perfect stamp set from Pink By Design to use.
I started by cutting the boy image at 3.5 inches in layers. I inked the edges with Frayed Burlap Distress Ink. To add dimension to the sand I stamped with Pink By Design Canvas Background stamp with Antique Linen Distress Ink and then sprinkled sandy colored embossing powder. I also cut my matting paper by using the built in Imagine shape rectangle 5 by 7. I sized the red to 5.o inches and the blue to 4.5 inches.
Next I cut the label shape from the built in Imagine shapes. They are sized at 1.9, 2.1, 2.3 inches. The sentiment is from Pink By Design Sandy Toes set. It reads "May the waves kiss your feet, the sand be your seat, and your friends outnumber the stars". LOVE IT!
Next I began assembling. I stated by cutting and mounting to an A7 base. I added some white shiny ribbon and a button with twine to the card before placing the blue mat. I then added my sentiment.
Finally I added the image.
I truly have anew favorite cartridge.
This card so many deatils but still has a nice balanced simplicity. I hope you enjoyed my project. As always thank you for commenting and of course following me. Have a creative day!
