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DIY Bright, Cheery Cards for Mothers Day and Any Occasion

 

 DIY Bright, Cheery, Happy Cards

Jennifer Snyder here to share some cards.  After a long and dull, cold winter, I need a big dose of bold, bright, happy color.  Thus I set off to make myself happy.  Happiness is easy to achieve when I use my favorite  Petaloo products.

 

 

I created two cards using the same background stamp, just applying different colors and different coloring techniques to complete the project.  

 

My background stamp is from JustRite Papercraft and is great for experimenting with technique.  The large floral pattern is great for pairing with any Petaloo flower.    The possibilities are limitless. 

Below is a closer look at the Petaloo florals that adorn this card.

 

 

Here's How I made this

 

Step. 1 - I stamped the image onto " Specialty Stamping Paper for Inks"  using Clear Embossing Ink .   This helps provide a clear and crisp image.  I am not looking for a distressed image - I really am desiring a crisp clean image.   For this reason, I also did not choose to use distress embossing ink. 

 

Step. 2 -  I coated the specialty paper with clear  super fine embossing powder (white embossing powder works nicely as well).   Heat and set with a heat embossing tool/heat gun. 

 

Bonus Tip - With products like embossing powders, glitter and beads, I find that clean up is much easier when using a craft tray to help catch all the extra product.  I'm not really great at sweeping and vacuuming so I like to avoid that one task when possible. 

  

Step. 3 -  Pick some Distress inks and start blending.   I was able to blend gorgeous color combinations on the specialty stamping paper using various Distress Inks and blending tools.   

  

Step. 4 -  Moving on to the embellishing phase.   I die cut two decorative ovals and scored them at the center so they could be crisply folded and used as flaps to hide a surprise sentiment. 

 

 

Step. 5 -  Secure the decorative ovals  to the stamped card .  To do this, align the fold against the side of the card.  Once in place, they will act like "flaps" to hide a surprise sentiment when closed.  

 

Here is an image of the front and back of the card once the ovals are attached.  

 

Step. 6 -  Embellish as desired with coordinating and colorful Petaloo flowers.  After you are done embellishing, add a Velcro dot to each side of the flap so the card stays closed.  I purchased the Velcro dots in the notions section of a big box store. 

 

These are the gorgeous flowers I used: 

Petaloo - Darjeeling Collection - Pink Dahlias 

Petaloo - Textured Elements Collection - Yellow Burlap 

 

Important Tip - as you add flowers, trims, bows and various embellishments to the flaps, make sure the flaps still open.  Do not make the mistake I made of gluing this and that to the flap without a care, then assume it will open like it should.  I was thankful my glue had not set up and could still move the products around.  phew!  

 

Here are a few more close shots to help understand and see the dimension of the card.  

Here is the sweet surprise you find once the card is opened.  The  "hello" sentiment is a die from JustRite PaperCraft  called "Hello Decorative Oval Frame".

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This is my second card - made using the same background cling stamp from JustRite, called Succulent  but with a different technique applied  in coloring the background.

Just as in the first card, I  used Clear Embossing Ink  and Clear Super Fine Embossing Powder  but stamped on Cardstock  for Watercolors .   I did not use the specialty paper for stamping  which was used on the first card.  That specialty paper for stamping is not good to use with watercolor paints.  

 

 

 At that point, I cracked out my watercolors and water brush and had some fun.  I knew Petaloo flowers would be perfect matches for my watercolor choices.  

 

The flowers used on this card were:

Petaloo Darjeeling - Garden Rosette Mini- Purple 

Petaloo Penny Lane - Forget me nots - Robin Egg Blue 

Petaloo Penny Lane - Forget me nots - Purple (Soft Lavender) 

 There is a lot of color, movement and bold pattern happening on this card so I added some die cut circles to help provide a place for the eye to settle - an "anchor' for the eye.   The circles also help draw the eye to the Petaloo flowers.  

 

Thanks for stopping here to look and share your time with me.  I appreciate this a great deal.  

Petaloo Products: 
Petaloo - Darjeeling Collection - Pink Dahlias 1467110
Petaloo - Textured Elements Collection - Yellow Burlap RS1208-203/6
Petaloo Darjeeling - Garden Rosette Mini- Purple 1491104
Petaloo Penny Lane - Forget me nots - Robin Egg Blue 1837-056
Petaloo Penny Lane - Forget me nots - Purple (Soft Lavender) -0837-057

Other Products:
JustRite PaperCraft - Stamps and Dies
Tim Holtz Distress Inks -Various
Clearsnap Colorbox Fingertip Daubers ( Blending Tools)
Tsukineko Fantastix Blending Tools
Specialty Paper for Stamping
Watercolor Brushes
Ranger Specialty Cardstock  for Watercolors
Watercolor paints
Watercolor Paper
Cardstock
Pink Gingham Ribbon

Preparing for Easter with Petaloo

 

Easter is on it's Way at Petaloo

Hello.  Jennifer Snyder here to share my Easter decorations. Easter is fast approaching and I've been busy creating for the occasion.  Petaloo flowers are an essential part of my decorations adding cheer, pops of color and that extra gorgeous Spring touch. 

 

This is a table centerpiece created for the season.  It features some of Petaloo's exquisite fabric flowers in fabulous, festive purple and teal.  I think of those as wonderful Easter colors. 

 

 

Aren't the Petaloo flowers gorgeous resting around the bunny's neck?  Those flowers are:

Petaloo Mixed Textured Blossoms - Teal 

Petaloo Velvet Pansies - Purple 

 

The sweet little butterfly located near the bunny ears rests atop a bit of lace.  The butterfly,  

Petaloo Darjeeling Mini Butterflies in Purple , adds a darling little touch. 

 

I also embellished the bunny with some painted chipboard pieces from Creative Embellishments.  You can see more wonderful chipboard creations on their blog, here. I wanted the chipboard to be soft and subtle so they are simply painted white with a dab of green green distress ink. 

 

In the image above, you will also find the same Petaloo flowers as I have at it's neck.  I have provided  a side view to show some dimension.  

Petaloo Mixed Textured Blossoms - Teal 

Petaloo Velvet Pansies - Purple 

 

As for the bunny shape- I purchased an unfinished wooden Easter bunny shape.  I painted with  white acrylic paint and added a layer of crackle medium to it after it dried.  This process took a few days since the crackle medium had to be thoroughly dry before I moved on to the fun embellishing phase.  Since this is a dimensional project to be placed on a tabletop, I needed to address both sides of the bunny and  could only do one side of the bunny at a time.  

You can find more Petaloo products listed here, and I invite you to join and LIKE Petaloo on Facebook right here.      

Happiness is crafting with Petaloo.  

Thanks for stopping to visit.

Petaloo Products:

Petaloo Mixed Textured Blossoms - Teal 1256-205
Petaloo Velvet Pansies - Purple - 1110-205
Petaloo Darjeeling Mini Butterflies - Purple 1486-104

 

Other Products:

Wooden Bunny Shape - Joann Fabric's Fab Lab
White Acrylic Paint
DecoArt Crackle Medium
Creative Embellishments Chipboard
Lace

What's Up, Doc? Quick and Easy Easter Treats with Petaloo!

Hello, Friends!  Easter will soon be here!  I had a little chat with the Easter Bunny, and he gave me the greatest idea for quick and easy Easter Treats using Petaloo flowers.  This is such a cute idea, and takes just minutes to make.  

I found these Reese's Pieces candy Carrots in the seasonal aisle at our Kroger Grocery Store.  I don't know what happened, but the next thing I knew, they'd hopped right into my shopping cart!  Since they came home with me, I figured I might as well dress them up as an Easter treat for the Littles .  I added some bright spring ribbon and a frilly Ruffled Peony to each treat bag.  Bam!  Done!

If you are like me, you love to make the holidays special.  But time is of the essence.  Having a quick idea like this can be a life saver.  These would make darling place cards or table decor.  My grandgirls will love them, and I think big kids would love them, too!

Wishing you a blessed and Happy Easter!

Cheerio,

kathy

Product Links

Textured Elements Ruffled Peony x 4 5006-100

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Cat Day at PET-aloo

Petaloo loves Pets!  We're celebrating by giving away a 10 pc Petaloo Prize package, enter here!

 

 

 

 

It's Cat Day at PET-aloo 

Petaloo  is celebrating pet days. It's part of their nature after all...being a company named for pets... PET-aloo.  

 

   Jennifer Snyder here to share in the pet fun.  Yesterday I posted my dog cards.  Today the cats get their day in the spotlight.  I had to separate the two because if I didn't, I'd have tails and fur a'flyin.  Let's just say my cats aren't the best at sharing space with dogs. 

 

You can find the dog post right here, complete with a quick step-by-step for one of  the dog cards. 

 

This is a pop-up card I created for my husband.  I added gorgeous Petaloo flowers to the front of the card but left the inside unadorned because I wanted it to close flatly to surprise him.  This is the first pop-up card I have made so he was most certainly surprised.  

 

 

The front of this card features the
Petaloo Botanica Collection - Chantilly Mixed Blooms - Mauve.  Aren't they just spectacular?
I used a super old collection for this card - My Minds Eye - Lost & Found Collection.  

 

And look at all these darlin's staring at you. 

 

 

 

Here is my next card.  

This card features a new flower -Fairy Blossom Branch (code 5016-101).  They are sweet delicate velvet flowers with a little sparkle to them.  Look for them to ship  soon!

I also used the  Petaloo Textured Elements -  Briar Rose Canvas in Red  though I chose a flower with a bit more pink from the package. 

 

 

This is my next card.  Sweet and simple.  I let the Petaloo flowers and cat silhouettes stand out on this card.  The cat silhouettes were made using the Tim Holtz -Crazy Cats and Dogs dies and accompanying stamps. 

I punched some cats out and really loved the negative space creating a delightful silhouette. 

The soft Petaloo flowers on this card include  the newly released -Fairy Blossom Branch  (code 5016-101), the green flowers from the package of  Petaloo Chantilly Hydrangea in Red  and some delicate Petaloo lace trim, Petaloo Crochet Lace Fancy Trim -White .

 I used the Petaloo Crochet Lace Fancy Trim -White as a border strip.  

This is the last card and a simple but graphically fun card.  It's a shaker card with  washi tape used as a background. This card also has the Petaloo Crochet Lace Fancy Trim  used as a border.  

I decided to use some of Petaloo's Jeweled Florettes in pastel colors - they are flat flowers that resemble the flowers on the patterned paper.  

I felt the shaker card was bulky enough to send through the mail - the flat flowers were a great alternative and still added a bedazzled element to the card.  

 

 

Look for the new releases like the Fairy Blossom Branch (code 5016-101) I shared on the blue kitty "I Love You" card in this post.  

You can find more Petaloo products listed here, and I invite you to join and LIKE Petaloo on Facebook right here.      

 

Thanks for stopping by and have a wonderful Day filled with love from your family, friends and Petaloo!

Petaloo Supplies:
Petaloo Botanica Collection - Chantilly Mixed Blooms - Mauve 1279-161
Petaloo Textured Elements -  Briar Rose Canvas in Red- RS5208-011/4
Petaloo Jeweled Florettes - Pink Blue Yellow White - Baby's Coming 1350230D
Petaloo Fairy Blossom Branch  -5016-101 ( NEW release)
Petaloo Chantilly Hydrangea Red 1272-192
Petaloo Crochet Lace Fancy Trim -White - 1482-000


Other Supplies ( All Cards):
Tim Holtz - Distress Ink Vintage Photo
Sizzix Framelits - Mini Crazy Cats & Dogs by Tim Holtz - 661594
Stampers Anonymous - Tim Holtz - Mini Cats and Dogs Stamps CMS272
Watercolor paper, Watercolor Paints and Water Pen
2Crafty Chipboard- Tiny Hearts and Stars ATC041
2Crafty Chipboard - Valentine's Hearts m00475
JustRite Paper crafts - Large Oval Sympathy CR-05055
My Minds Eye - Lost & Found Collection  6x6 paper MAD
Spellbinders Dies D-Lites Vines of Passion Heart Die S2-022
JustRite Papercrafts Vintage Labels Eleven Die 05066
DoodleBug Design Paper - Smitten Kitten Collection 6x6 52698
Spellbinders Dies D-Lites Vines of Passion Heart Die S2-022
Doodlebug Washi Tape - Cats Meow
Prima Finnabair Art Ingredients - Glass Beads in Licorice 961688
Foam Tape and Acrylic sheet

Pink Cheery and Festive Cards For Valentine's Day

 

 

 

 

Jennifer Snyder here sharing some Valentine's cards for February, the month of sweetness.  I have two cards adorned in pink - both gussied up with Petaloo's gorgeous pink flowers.   I think the happy cheery pink is a perfect balance to the dull chill of winter.  

 

This is a sweet dainty card showing the flirty side of Petaloo.  Along with the pretty Petaloo crocheted trims in white and fuchsia, I used the following Petaloo flowers to embellish this card: 

Petaloo Textured Elements -  Briar Rose Canvas in Red 

 and the new Petaloo Ranunculus flowers in pink ( aren't they fabulous!)

Creating this card was easier than you think.  Here are a few simple steps I took to make this card: 

 

I stamped an image onto watercolor paper so that I could paint the dress. 

I used watercolor paper because it is heavy and will absorb the water from the paints.  Regular cardstock or patterned paper is not as durable when water is applied and tends to get mushy and disintegrate.  

I selected an ink that would not bleed or run when water is applied.  

 

After my image was stamped, I simply blotted watercolors onto the paper.  Easy!  No real skill needed.  

 

Here is another close up of the Petaloo Textured Elements -  Briar Rose Canvas in Red 

 and the new Petaloo Ranunculus flowers.  The new collections are just gorgeous and shipping soon. 

 

My second card is equally bright and cheery.  It's a shaker card.  Who wouldn't love to receive a shaker card in the mail?  

 

 I used the following Petaloo flowers to embellish this card: 

Petaloo Textured Elements -  Briar Rose Canvas in Red 

Petaloo Botanica Baby Blooms in White - RS5007-100/4

The flowers make quite a statement on this card I think.  

 

Thanks for stopping here. Have a wonderful Valentine's Day filled with love from your friends and family.  

 

 You can find more Petaloo products listed here, and we invite you to join and LIKE us on Facebook right here.      

 

The new collections will be available soon.  

You can see the Magniola sneaks here,   the Garden Rose collections here, and the darling Glittered Bugs and Butterflies here. 

 

 

 

Petaloo Products: 

Petaloo Textured Elements -  Briar Rose Canvas in Red- RS5208-011/4

Petaloo Botanica Baby Blooms in White - RS5007-100/4

Petaloo Crochet Lace Fancy Trim -White - 1482-000 

Petaloo Crochet Lace Fancy Trim - Fuchsia -1482-127 

Petaloo Ranunculus flowers in pink RS5017-102

 

Other Products:

Lawn Fawn Paper - Perfectly Plaid 

Brutus Monroe - Detail Ink in Raven

Spellbinders Nestabilites: Victorian Bow 

Spellbinders Nestabilites Oval - Large 

Memory Box Dies - Oriel Butterfly 98740, Lunette Butterfly

Prima - Julie Nutting Love Day Doll Stamp

Watercolor Paints and Paper

Stickles Glitter Glue- Icicle

 

Off to the Races Honey Do List for Your Honey

Hello, Friends!  Valentine's Day is one of my favorite holidays and it's just around the corner!  Women tend to love Valentine's Day, but often find it hard to come up with a card or a design for the men in their lives.  So I thought I would share another fun Valentine's Day idea design with guys in mind.  

My husband loves to make lists.  In fact, he keeps a little list pad right beside his place at the breakfast table and writes down everything that needs to be tended to.  Sometimes, when we have a very long errand list on Saturday, we will look at one another and say, "Aaaaaaaand, they're off!"  This is just one of those silly things that makes a relationship so much fun, but it got me to thinking that making a handsome Honey Do List Notepad from Graphic 45's Off to the Races Collection would make a great Valentine's Day Card. 

This collection is loaded with patterns and images that work well on masculine projects.  To mimic the boutonnieres sported by these dapper gents, I created a mini boutonniere embellishment using Petaloo flowers and a snippet of ribbon.

 

 

This White Baby's Breath Pick serves as the base for the boutonniere.  It's topped off with a couple of Black Mixed Textured Blossoms. The black and white combo is classic and looks really handsome with the papers.

 

 

The front cover flips up to reveal a 4x6 sticky note pad and a tag/gift pocket.

I added an ephemera tag and some simple paper elements to the tag, but was sure to leave plenty of room for a mushy (more likely silly) Valentine note.  There's plenty of room in the pocket to tuck in a gift card or some yummy chocolate.

 

I hope this gave you an idea you can "run with" for Valentine's Day.

Thanks for stopping by!

Cheerio,

kathy

Product Links

Petaloo Mixed Textured Mini Blossoms, Black x9 1263-209

Petaloo White Baby's Breath Pick x 3 1650-017

Graphic 45 Off to the Races paper collection

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Petaloo and Authentique Blog Hop - Home Decor and Card Set

Day 7....Christmas Hop

 

The Petaloo designers are

"Blog Hopping" with

the designers from Authentique!

 

 featuring...

The "Classic Christmas" paper collection

 

 

What a gorgeous mix of red, green and ivory for the Holidays...

  

 the "Retro Christmas" paper collection

 

 

How fun is this paper full of 1950's Santas with red & teal accents?!

 

PLUS ...coordinating Holiday flowers, picks & berries from Petaloo!

 

  

 

How to win PRIZES?

scroll to the bottom of the post...

 

 Authentique blog  - see  their designers' projects...here

 

Let's get this party started with Petaloo designer,

Jennifer Snyder

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Welcome to the Christmas Blog Hop with Authentique and Petaloo

 

  I'm Jennifer Snyder, and I chose to create with the Authentique Classic Christmas collection.  I was drawn to the sweet prints and gorgeously classic patterns.   I also know that the Petaloo flowers I selected for my project were absolutely perfect accents.  What a fun pairing.

 

I created a home decor piece with an accompanying card.   The wooden tree form was purchased at a big box craft store.  My job was to gussy it up.   Below is the table top festive tree decorated with strips of Classic Christmas 6x6 paper  and embellished with some holiday releases from Petaloo:  

Petaloo Flowers - Pine Pick w/Cones and Berries

 Petaloo Vintage Velvet Holly Leaves 

Petaloo Red Burlap Textured Poinsettia 

The image below features a flower collection that isn't traditionally a holiday release.  The  Petaloo Botanica Vintage Velvet Dogwood in Red  and by simply adding   Petaloo Vintage Velvet Holly Leaves , it's instantly transformed into a Christmas flower.

 

I do love how you can combination everyday Petaloo flowers thoughtfully and have them look perfect for a holiday card, project, gift or layout -endless possibilities.  

 

 

Here's a close up of the main floral cluster featuring the Petaloo Flowers - Pine Pick w/Cones and Berries , Petaloo Vintage Velvet Holly Leaves  and Petaloo Red Burlap Textured Poinsettia  once again.  I added a sweet little ephermera to the cluster from the Authentique paper collection.

 

  

 

 

 

This is the matching card I made for a gift set.  I used the same papers and the same Petaloo flowers for a cohesive look.   The wonderful patterns of the paper are so much fun to use.  

 

Products:
Petaloo Botanica Vintage Velvet Dogwood Red 1145-005
Petaloo Flowers - Pine Pick w/Cones and Berries - RS1146-000/6
Petaloo Vintage Velvet Holly Leaves RS1164-001/6 
Petaloo Red Burlap Textured Poinsettia - RS1224-224/6
Authentique Paper - Classic Christmas 6x6 CLC014

Other Products:
Wooden Tree Table Decor - FabLab by JoannFabrics - 1515-5211
Red Plaid Christmas Ribbon

 

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I hope you've enjoyed today's projects that were created just for this fabulous hop!  Be sure to take some "me" time during this busy month and get creative!

 

Now, about those prizes...

 

PRIZES ... 2 WINNERS !!!!

 

What's in the prize?

Classic Christmas PRIZE of 6x6 paper & 6 packs of flowers to match  ...

Retro Christmas PRIZE of 6 x 6 paper & 6 packs of flowers to match ...

 

 

FIVE WAYS TO ENTER :

 

1. Leave us a message ...

each day on the Petaloo Blog ... (scroll to the bottom of each days post)

 

2. LIKE US & enter our FB contest ...

on our Petaloo FB page here

 

3. Post our Giveaway on ... your FB page

& let us know you have done so

 

4. Follow us on ... Instagram   here

 

5. Re pin a Christmas project from Pinterest  here

 

BONUS:

Authentique will be giving away prizes too ... here

  

 

Good luck, have fun & enjoy the HOP!

Your Friends at Petaloo

xxxooo

 

Dashing Through the Snow with Petaloo & Authentique Classic Christmas

Day 3....Christmas Hop

 

The Petaloo designers are "Blog Hopping" with

the designers from Authentique!

 

 featuring...

The "Classic Christmas" paper collection

 

 

What a gorgeous mix of red, green and ivory for the Holidays...

 

 

 the "Retro Christmas" paper collection

 

 

How fun is this paper full of 1950's Santas with red & teal accents?!

 

PLUS ...coordinating Holiday flowers, picks & berries from Petaloo!

 

  

 

How to win PRIZES?

scroll to the bottom of the post...

 

 Authentique blog  - see  their designers' projects...here

 

Let's get this party started with Petaloo designer,

Kathy Clement

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Hello, Friends!  Kathy here with another holiday project for the Petaloo/Authentique Holiday Blog Hop.  All this week the Petaloo designers have teamed up with the fine folk at Authentique to share ideas for holiday gifts, cards and tags.  I'm crushing on Authentique's gorgeous Classic Christmas collection. The vintage images and elegant patterns inspired me to get my craft on.  While rummaging in the Closet of Shame, I found a wooden sled that I'd picked up at a yard sale a while back.  It was dark brown and very plain.  A few mixed media techniques, pretty papers and lovely Petaloo blooms completely transformed it. Now it's ready to go dashing through the snow with Jolly Old Saint Nick.

I began the transformation by brushing a light coat of white gesso all over the sled surface.  This was followed by a fairly thick (and random) coat of DecoArt Crackle Texture Medium.  I wanted to create a snow covered appearance for the sled.  I dusted on Perfect Pearls Medium in both Pearly White and Antique Gold to add some shimmer and to enhance the crackled surface.  I just love the way it turned out!

After distressing the gorgeous Authentique papers, I layered them up to create a sweet Christmas Vignette.  The icing on top are these glorious Petaloo holiday blooms.  This would make a wonderful Christmas gift under the tree, dontcha think?

While I had my Elf hat on, I decided to create a small Christmas wreath using a foam core from Floracraft.  This is one of those "quick and easy" holiday projects that we all love.  It was sooo easy!  I just wrapped wired ribbon and trim around the wreath base and added beautiful white Petaloo Poinsettia, Sugared Berry Clusters, Velvet Holly Leaves and ribbon.  As a finishing touch, I added the lovely sentiment tag from Classic Christmas along with a tiny image from the 6x6 paper pad. 

And what is Christmas without Christmas cards? Classic Christmas is overflowing with gorgeous images like this one. I treated the image with UTEE to make it look like old glass.  Antique Gold Ribbon, an altered Idea-Ology deer, frosty jingle bells,  and beautiful florals make this card one that will go in the "keep" pile for sure!

To make this fancy flower, I layered a Briar Canvas Rose from the Holiday Mix on top of a white poinsettia, then added a pearl to the center. 

Gift cards are such a popular thing now, so I created a special little gift card envelope that slips behind the belly band on the left hand side of the card.  I used the stickers from Classic Christmas to spell out a greeting, and tucked a chocolate inside the envelope.  I love it when a card does double duty as a gift, don't you?

I hope I've shared some ideas for holiday gifts and cards that inspire your creativity.  I think handmade holidays are the best!

Thanks for stopping by!

Cheerio,

kathy

Product Links

Botanica Sugared Berry Clusters/Peach

Regal Velvet Poinsettia/White

Vintage Velvet Holly Leaves Pack x36

Gold Glitter Star Pick

Pine Pick/Cones & Berries

Vintage Velvet Holly Leaf Pick

Briar Rose Canvas/Holiday Mix

Ivory Burlap Poinsettia x 4

Floracraft foam wreath form

Petaloo Red Crochet Trim

Authentique Classic Christmas Collection

Classic Christmas 6x6 papers 

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I hope you've enjoyed today's projects that were created just for this fabulous hop!  Be sure to take some "me" time during this busy month and get creative!

 

Now, about those prizes...

 

PRIZES ... 2 WINNERS !!!!

 

What's in the prize?

Classic Christmas PRIZE of 6x6 paper & 6 packs of flowers to match  ...

Retro Christmas PRIZE of 6 x 6 paper & 6 packs of flowers to match ...

 

 

FIVE WAYS TO ENTER :

 

1. Leave us a message ...

each day on the Petaloo Blog ... (scroll to the bottom of each days post)

 

2. LIKE US & enter our FB contest ...

on our Petaloo FB page here

 

3. Post our Giveaway on ... your FB page

& let us know you have done so

 

4. Follow us on ... Instagram   here

 

5. Re pin a Christmas project from Pinterest  here

 

BONUS:

Authentique will be giving away prizes too ... here

  

 

Good luck, have fun & enjoy the HOP!

Your Friends at Petaloo

xxxooo

 

Count your blessings

Helllllo paper peeps!  Cherry here again today to share some Fall creations....I just love this time of year.  The colors turning into darker warmer tones.  Being inside my house nesting and baking.  Nothing better!  Also add crafting to that list.  With all the rain I have been lucky to steal snatches of time back in the craft room.  Here is one of my projects using gorgeous Petaloo blooms.  A couple of Thanksgiving cards....using textured blooms, burlap leaves, ribbons and more!

 

Lots of textures....warm colors and a sweet image!

 

Here is my next card using my flowers to frame around my sentiment and image.

 

 

Here they are together already to give as a hostess gift this Thanksgiving season! Thanks for visiting!  Cherry

 

Petaloo Supplies:

SKU: 1650-012 DIY-Mixed Textured Layers x 12

SKU: RS5002-200/4 Canvas Sunflower Mini - Ivory

SKU: RS5001-300/4 Burlap Leaves - Fall Mix

SKU: 1211-200 Dogwood x 24 CANVAS - ivory

Please Welcome Jennifer Snyder!

I am so thrilled to announce that Jennifer Snyder has joined the Petaloo family!  We are so delighted that Jen has joined our design team and will be sharing her unique paper arts style with us and her so fun quirky sense of humor.  Welcome aboard Jen.

My name is Jennifer Snyder.  I live in NY with my husband, college age boys and my cats. I love paper crafting because it has a calming effect on me and helps clear my mind from the day's stress.  I have a full time job outside the home analyzing natural gas and electricity.  It is a technical job  so by day's end, a little creativity is needed.   I used to prefer making layouts but lately I have really enjoyed altered art, home decor and card making.  It gives me great joy to be able to use my cards to cheer others.

Here are some of Jen's favorite projects, I can't wait to see what she has for us in the future!

 

 

 

 

Stop by Jen's blog, Scrap Escape. to see more of her beautiful work.

We've got some really great things happening in November so be sure to stop by and see what our design team has for you.  I'm pretty sure you won't be disappointed!