Women of Life {Project 2}
You ladies are all simply WONDERFUL! I have sat and read all the comments on my blog and the ones left on Nichole's blog and all I can say is WOW! The support and warm welcome you have given me is so appreciated!! I can never say thank you enough. I look forward to sharing this adventure with you all!!
Are you ready for project 2 using 'Women of Life'? I wanted to do something a little different to show that not only can a stamp set be used just for cards but also as home decor. I started with your basic white wooden frame. The front I covered with paper from Making Memories Chelsea collection. For the inside of the frame I stamped the flower stems onto Stampers Select White Cardstock. If you notice the stems on this project are a bit longer than the ones on my last one. AHA...you say!! All I did to create that is placed a scrap piece of paper on either side of the stem I wanted to make longer that way only that one stem would stamp and the others would stamp onto the scrap. ( I should have taken a picture for you all....if anyone needs a visual just let me know and I'll post one.)
After the stems were stamped I moved onto the flowers. I stamped the two smaller flowers and then used my ticket punch from SU! on each corner. I then adhered it to a strip of Bazzill cardstock and then that on top of another piece of the Making Memories patterned paper. I added a tiny rhinestone to each corner and then placed that behind the glass along with a photo of my beautiful daughter!
I cut three flowers out and placed them on the outside of the glass for a different, more 3D look. For the centers I used Liquid Applique and heat set it so it would 'puff' out. I stamped 'Daughter' onto stampers select and then used one of the circle stamps from the Borders and Corners set and made a border around. I then placed it inside a Making Memories Circle Rim Tag. That was then placed in the center of a Mega Scalloped Circle I punched out. I added a tiny rhinestone in each scallop and added a strip of ric rac for a final touch! You could create this using a photo of any of the women in your life!
I have another project to share with you tomorrow so be sure to stop by!
Stamps: Women of Life & Borders & Corners (circle) from Papertrey Ink
Cardstock: Stampers Select from Papertrey Ink, coral from Bazzill
Patterned Paper: Making Memories Chelsea's Place
Ink: Boudoir Blush & Toile Pink Palette ink, Old Olive from SU!
Tools: SU! ticket corner punch, Marvy Mega Scalloped Circle Punch, Making Memories Tag Rim
Accessories: rhinestones from The Paper Studio, Stickles from Ranger, Liquid Applique from Marvy Uchida, ric rac
This is soooo cute. I am really loving those flowers. Can't wait to see what else you have coming! -Molly B
Posted by: tylersmum05 | February 05, 2008 at 05:41 AM
This is beautiful! I am anxious to see the whole set. I love it when I'm able to use stamps for more than just cards, so thank you! By the way, I added you onto my blog for inspiration! :)
have a wonderful day!
Posted by: Kelsey Forester | February 05, 2008 at 07:13 AM
Good idea. The projects and cards is what gets me!
It's a good life!
Terri E.
Posted by: Terri E. | February 05, 2008 at 07:41 AM
Beautiful!! I can't wait to add that set to my collection - and it will not be one that gathers dust!
Posted by: Jackie | February 05, 2008 at 07:46 AM
Wow! This is gorgeous!! I love the idea of putting the flowers outside of the glass -makes it sooooo much prettier! Can't wait to see all of the sets!
Posted by: Katherine McKamey | February 05, 2008 at 07:51 AM
This is an amazing project, I just knew it would be a great set for more than cards. I must have this set and I think your creativity is inspiring!
Can't wait 'til the 15th!
Victoria
Posted by: Victoria | February 05, 2008 at 08:26 AM
Wow! Fantastic blog..
Great refreshing take..
You have inspired me..
Have a superb fantabulous day...
loooooove all your samples..Thank you for sharing your tutorials..
Hugs.
Posted by: kalila | February 05, 2008 at 09:04 AM
Vey pretty. I'm more of a scrapbooker than a cardmaker, so I LOVE to see "non-card" uses. This is great.
Posted by: Lisa Carter | February 05, 2008 at 10:32 AM
OMG, I can't wait to get my hands on this set...your work is beautiful!!! Thank you for creating an awesome set and sharing your awesome work.
Posted by: Juanita | February 05, 2008 at 10:56 AM
Your work is amazing. I cannot wait to get this set. The flowers are great ...
Posted by: niccole-k | February 05, 2008 at 12:25 PM
This is a beautiful project, I can't wait to see more. I am really enjoying your blog as well!
Posted by: Anya | February 05, 2008 at 02:10 PM
To be honest I had never heard of you until PTI (sorry, I don't get out much!) But I just am falling in love with this set. Every project you make, makes it come to life even more. I can't wait to get it in my hot little hands. =) I hope they make plenty for the slowpokes like me. =)
Posted by: Alisa | February 05, 2008 at 02:21 PM
What a great frame! Your daughter is darling!
Posted by: CherylQuilts | February 05, 2008 at 03:36 PM
Beautiful! Love the shadow box, love the trick with extending the stems, and I am loving this set more and more with every project!! I can't wait to order...I feel like the lady in that old Mervyn's commercials saying 'open, open, open...' ;o)
~Michelle
Posted by: Michelle Shuman | February 05, 2008 at 04:32 PM
Gorgeous!
Posted by: Joan B | February 05, 2008 at 06:03 PM
Wow.....I am speechless. This is so beautiful. I can't wait to order this set, your work is so inspiring.
Posted by: Jennifer N | February 05, 2008 at 07:44 PM
This is a great project and I love your tip about extending the stem - what an innovative idea.
Posted by: Heather J. | February 06, 2008 at 12:04 AM
This is so gorgeous! What a treasure!
Posted by: Travelingmama | February 06, 2008 at 04:48 AM
Oh on the close up you can see it is 3-D because you popped up the flower. What a great idea! Looks so fresh and dainty.
Posted by: peggysue | February 06, 2008 at 07:40 AM
Beautiful project! Really gorgeous♥. Your daughter looks like you BTW, but you know that, LOL!
Posted by: Bee | February 06, 2008 at 08:52 AM
I love what you did with this. such a beautiful way to showcase your daughter.
Posted by: Lisa Henke | February 06, 2008 at 09:01 AM
This is spectacular! I love the colors, patterned paper & the 3D flowers! Your daughter is adorable! Can't wait to see more!
Posted by: Stephanie (steffie1027) | February 06, 2008 at 09:09 AM
Melissa, I can see that I'm really going to love your creations! You are a woman after my own heart, flowers and frills, how girly! I may dress in jeans and comfy flannel shirts, but in my heart, I'm all lace and frills. Thanks again for such wonderful ideas!
Posted by: catlover6 | February 06, 2008 at 03:51 PM
How precious, such a wonderful project!
Posted by: sara Paschal | February 06, 2008 at 04:43 PM
WOW! That is beautiful! I can't wait to play with your stamps!!
Posted by: Denean | February 06, 2008 at 07:07 PM