Welcome to the October challenge for the Crafty Secrets' DT!
This project was SO FUN!!! Let me show you ....
Each of the DT members used a tutorial that you can find HERE to create a paper sack from an envelope. And we each got to pick a theme, so I chose "Thank you" and then made this sack using a brown envelope, burlap, satin wings, cameo setting, lace trims, and these goodies from Crafty Secrets:
- Mini Frames stamp set (chain stamp)
- Grand Greetings stamp set (sentiment stamp)
and as part of the assignment, I made a card to go with the gift bag.
Another cute sentiment from Grand Greetings, and a cameo setting with an image from Mini Vintage creative scraps. the background pattern is from Love Mail. I used some bits of trim and a burlap scrap salvaged from the bin ;) ...
Take a minute and see the great stuff the rest of the DT has come up with:
- Vicki Chrisman Team Leader
- Pam Hooten
- Heidi Blankenship
- Linda Duke
- Michele Kovack
- Julie Campbell
- Amy Teets
- Debbie Marcinkiewicz
- Fauve van Maanen
- Gini Cagle
- Jan Hennings
- Tammy Roberts
- Victoria Warren Mears
And I just totally shocked myself by looking back at the archives........... I've been blogging for a YEAR already? how amazing is that. I've gotten bad at updating recently. I'mso busy with classes, practice, work, and so many other things. As time permits, I will keep this blog updated if anyone wants to read still (raise your hand if you do).
Last week my family took a vacation up in Cameron Highlands (Malaysia).Here's a few I have handy to show you.
We saw loads of pretty flowers...
Gorgeous scenery...
STRAWBERRIES!! at the strawberry farm! ...
Ok that's all for now...
Vio
p/s ... For those of you who asked, the little felt flower on the card in my last post was sent to me by my friend Annette. I bet she made them on her own, so if you want some of your own, go and bug her :D (sorry Annette) ....... I think she used to sell them in her etsy shop.
ovin' your little gift bags! congrats on 1 year of blogging, too :)
Posted by: Jan Hennings | Monday, 24 October 2011 at 11:11 PM
Adorable as always Vio... sure do miss your blogging!!!
Posted by: Tammy Roberts | Monday, 24 October 2011 at 11:20 PM
So, so very sweet!!
Posted by: Geri | Monday, 24 October 2011 at 11:50 PM
Oh-so-shabby and sweet, Vi -- LOVE it :)
Posted by: Debbie Marcinkiewicz | Monday, 24 October 2011 at 11:50 PM
Adorable! I love the burlap embellishments, I need to get some of that!
Posted by: pam hooten | Tuesday, 25 October 2011 at 12:45 AM
Great bag and card. I really like the burlap you used.
Posted by: Joanne O'Brien | Tuesday, 25 October 2011 at 01:04 AM
These are so so so gorgeous,i love these colors together!
Posted by: Fauve | Tuesday, 25 October 2011 at 01:22 AM
Your little creations are so adorable. Love the colors and that lace gives them a bit of a Vintage feel. Thanks for sharing the great pictures too. Enjoy
Posted by: Sylvia/Little Treasures | Tuesday, 25 October 2011 at 02:27 AM
Wow! One year is a long time - congratulations! As always, your work is delightful! Please don't die from stress - breathe a little, relax - it'll all work out!
Posted by: Tricia | Tuesday, 25 October 2011 at 02:30 AM
The paper sack and card are both so lovely !!!
And so are the pictures of your vacation .
Congratulations to your one year blogging !
I am so glad to hear from you again, I really missed your blogging, but essential time consuming things in life have priority. Nevertheless I'm looking forward to your next post !!!
Hugs, Rosa
Posted by: Philippe Rosa | Tuesday, 25 October 2011 at 02:32 AM
*stretches hand high in the air* I want to read more on your blogo:)
Congrats on one year of inspiring the masses with your gorgeous creations. Such talent!!
Pretty set here today, but we wouldn't expect to see anything less :)
Have a great week!
Posted by: rebekah f | Tuesday, 25 October 2011 at 03:24 AM
So sweet! just darling!
Posted by: Vicki Chrisman | Tuesday, 25 October 2011 at 04:22 AM
Dearest Vio, please don't stop blogging! My hand is up high! I love your art, your photos, everything! ♥♥♥
Posted by: VickieLH | Tuesday, 25 October 2011 at 05:14 AM
Fabulous bag and card, Vio! So glad to see you back. I do check your blog everyday to see if you've posted anything.
Posted by: Patty O'Malley | Tuesday, 25 October 2011 at 07:01 AM
my hand's up, viola! just look at your card and bag here--precious:)
Posted by: lynn | Tuesday, 25 October 2011 at 07:06 AM
Fabulous Vio! I love ALL of your art... My hand is up as high as I can get it LOL!!
Posted by: Linda Duke | Tuesday, 25 October 2011 at 09:03 AM
This turned out lovely!
hugs,
Gini
Posted by: Gini Cagle | Tuesday, 25 October 2011 at 10:42 AM
My hands are raised and waving madly! Love your blog posts and so appreciate you sharing your talent. Thanks for all the inspiration!
Posted by: Julia Diane | Tuesday, 25 October 2011 at 08:15 PM
Oh Miss Vio you are so sweet! Please bug me, I love to make flowers! Love your gift bag, so shabby and beautiful! Congrats on the one year mark on your blog and yes, I am raising both hands!! Your photos are absolutely gorgeous, what a beautiful place to visit, can't wait to see more photos!!
Posted by: Annette | Tuesday, 25 October 2011 at 08:56 PM
Such a beautiful bag. love the papers and trim...
Posted by: Regina aka Mrs. Ham | Wednesday, 26 October 2011 at 12:30 AM
Love your work...would never want you to stop! My hands are up and I'll take the once in a while post rather than none! We'd all miss you too much!
Posted by: Kaylene | Wednesday, 26 October 2011 at 12:34 AM
Beautiful!
Posted by: B. Leonard | Wednesday, 26 October 2011 at 07:47 AM
So pretty. I just love it. Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful creation.
Posted by: Kristina M. Anderson | Saturday, 29 October 2011 at 03:15 AM
Viola: I adore your work. I am wondering if you can email me (karen.mycuprunnethover@gmail.com) and tell me where to purchase this better quality burlap you use. It doesn't seem to fray like normal burlap, and makes such great leaves, etc. I appreciate your help so much. I've bought pins from you in the past, and figured you would know where I can purchase this awesome burlap. Thanks so much!
Karen
Posted by: Karen Letchworth | Tuesday, 10 January 2012 at 03:05 PM