The Journey

This is my 3rd sassy lady post for Sheila aka Sassy Ladys blog. I have found that my favorite projects are altering items. I have a passion for picture frames. Over the past few months I have acquired quite a collection to alter. Today's project is a frame that I bought for just a couple of dollars because the mat inside the frame was damaged. Here is a picture of the damaged mat:

I covered the damaged mat with pink paisley paper by The Paper Studio and then inked the edges and around the corners of the paper for added shading.

Around the inside edge of the frame I added my favorite "Spare Parts" by The Paper Studio as embellishments. These diamond shaped gemstones are my absolute favorite. I think I could add them to every project and never get tired of them.

I wanted the frame to have some dimension to it so on the outside of the glass I added my lettering "the Journey". I cut the letters using the gypsy font on vinyl that I picked up from Wal-Mart.


I cut a corner scroll using the Home Accents cartridge, covered it with Glossy Accents and added pop-dots to the bottom of it so that it would be slightly raised off of the mat board.




The frame was all pretty and white but I favor the distressed look. Sanding down the inside and outside edges gave the frame exactly the look I wanted.


I decided to use the frame in my craft room so using the Forever Young cartridge I cut the dress form using Best Occasions card stock and added it to contrasting green card stock also by Best Occasions. I love the way this card stock cuts in my cricut and how the final project turned out.


I hope I was able to provide you with some inspiration. I would love to hear how you will take this idea and make it your own. Before I close, I would like to thank Sheila aka Sassy Lady for allowing me to be a part of an AMAZING TEAM of designers she has put together. Until next time, enjoy the Journey.

Baby Wreath

A young lady that I know is having her first little one. It's a girl. She is decorating her baby's room in pink, green and brown, flowers and butterflies. I went outside the norm and decided to use brown feathers instead of pink.

I made the flowers using Forever Young cartridge. I made 4 layers of the daisy and alternately used a solid color and a patterned color paper. I curled the petals using my finger.


I made the butterflies using Home Accents cartridge and embellished them with stickles.


I made the baby carriage with "It's a Girl" on it using the New Arrivals cartridge.


So that the wreath can be interchangeable I used mini cloths pins to attach the flowers and butterflies to the wreath.


I then added a bow with flowers on it and here is my gift:


I hope you all had a great weekend. Check back on the 19th and see my 2nd Sassy Lady post. I hope you leave a comment, it keeps me inspired. I love to hear what you think of my projects and how you will alter them to fit your needs.