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Friday Fun
I've been toying with the idea of purchasing a new ironing board cover (the one I have now has seen better days and is ready to retire) and discovered a fabulous etsy shop and blog, City Chic Country Mouse. They are a mother-daughter team who love to sew and create fun things, from ironing board covers to oven mitts to make household chores more fun. Check out their blog for fun ideas, adventures and beautiful fabric creations. Looks like they're getting ready to update their shop early next week with some fun goodies!
Image from City Chic Country Mouse
Today is the last day to enter the giveaway for a fun decorative pillow or Le Creuset baking dishes! Leave a comment on that post to be entered to win!
Winner will be chosen at random on Saturday morning (tomorrow) and posted shortly after. Unfortunately, due to shipping costs this giveaway is only open to readers in the U.S. and Canada.
Have a great weekend! :)
Image from City Chic Country MouseToday is the last day to enter the giveaway for a fun decorative pillow or Le Creuset baking dishes! Leave a comment on that post to be entered to win!
Winner will be chosen at random on Saturday morning (tomorrow) and posted shortly after. Unfortunately, due to shipping costs this giveaway is only open to readers in the U.S. and Canada.Have a great weekend! :)
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I loved the comments some of you left the other day about what to do (or what you are going to do! :)) with paper rounds! Thanks for the great inspiration! One idea I decided to explore was:mustangkayla said...If you did a couple different sized rounds you could distress (rough up) the edges and layer them into flowers! You could use them for a funky collage too!
So here is my layered paper flower. I crumpled each piece of paper to give it a 3D effect, and then punched a 1/16" hole (or you could use a pushpin) to put a mini brad through to hold it all together. I decided to use it on a greeting card, so I ran a blank 5.5" x 8.5" piece cardstock through my printer and printed "Just Wanted to Say Hi..." on it. I then sewed a couple of wavy lines below the text and adhered the flower with glue dots. The whole card took me about 15-20 minutes start to finish. Thanks for the inspiration Kayla!
I don't have a circle cutter, so I made a template for cutting out circles on my computer, printed it and cut them out. I then traced the template pieces on different sheets of paper and cut them out. Feel free to click to enlarge, save and print your own!
If you make your own, I'd love to see it! Email me a picture or a link to your blog with the picture and I'd love to link it or show it on my blog. Any other ideas out there with what to do with paper rounds or layered paper flowers?Have a great day :)
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This yummy brunch recipe is great in the morning or as a dessert :)French Apple Bread Pudding
3 eggs
1-14oz. can sweetened condensed milk
3 apples, pared, cored and finely chopped
1-3/4 cups hot water
� cup butter, melted
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
1 tsp. vanilla extract
4 cups French bread cubes
� cup raisins
Preheat oven to 350� F. In a large bowl, add sweetened condensed milk, apples, water, butter, cinnamon and vanilla.
Stir in bread and raisins, moistening completely. Turn into buttered 9-inch square baking pan.
Bake 1 hour or until knife inserted near center comes out clean. Cool. Serve warm with ice cream if desired. Refrigerate leftovers.
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Happy Tuesday! :) My mother-in-law's birthday is today (Happy Birthday Katie!) and I wanted to send her a fun and unique card. So I thought about making a ribbon card, but decided I wanted to somehow incorporate a few bright and beautiful fabrics that she loves. I had heard of fabric postcards being done before, so I surfed around a bunch of different sites about fabric postcards. I found many different ways to do it, as well as different specifications and such that is required by the USPS. I put a bunch of different suggestions and thoughts together and came up with this way to make a fabric postcard. Yay!
Regulations and tips with sending a fabric postcard via USPS (found on a bunch of different sites):
+ Postcard must be 4" x 6" and no thicker than 1/8" *EDITED: Postcards can also be 5" x 7" - which means more room to write :) Thanks Elisa!!
+ It is probably a good idea to pay a little extra to have your postcard hand-canceled instead of risking it getting stuck in the machine that cancels them
+ A regular stamp will stick just fine in the corner, no glue or extra adhesive necessary
+ Put "POSTCARD" on the back at the top, to clarify, I guess :)
+ You can place the postcard in a clear envelope if you have embellishments that may fall off during transit (I have not tried this)
Supplies:
+ 2 pieces of heavyweight fusible interfacing - each 4" x 6"
+ 1 piece of white cotton fabric (I used heavy cotton quilting fabric) - 4.25" x 6.25" - I made the front and back pieces a little bigger to be able to trim down rough edges once the postcard was near finished
+ Fabric for the front of your postcard - I made a patchwork front! 4.25" x 6.25"
+ Iron-on transfer paper with your postcard back (message) printed onto it
- When making the back of the postcard on your computer document, be sure to make your document size 4"x6" and also be sure to set up your message on the left side and the address on the right side. I also put my return address in the upper left corner and put "POSTCARD" across the top.
- I left about 1/4" around the edges of the postcard back to be able to sew around the postcard at the end
- Make sure you print it mirror image so it will transfer correctly!
+ Or you can use a fabric pen to write your message (I wrote on one of my other postcards - see the pink patchwork postcard below)
+ Rotary cutter & mat or scissors
+ Ruler
+ 2 sewing pins
+ Sewing machine & thread
Following the directions included in the iron-on sheets package, iron the postcard back transfer onto the white piece of fabric. Be sure that it is positioned correctly and that text is not falling off the edge (I almost did that, oops). Probably also a good idea to trim around your text area (I didn't do that so I could reuse the rest of the sheet later on), so you don't iron on extra transfer material stuff (which I did, oops).
It will now look something like this:
Next, iron one sheet of the heavyweight fusible interfacing to the back of the postcard front.
It will look something like this:
Now, iron on the other piece of heavyweight fusible interfacing to the back of the postcard back. I used a scrap piece of material to cover it while ironing to be sure I wouldn't mess up the transfer I had just ironed on.
The back of the postcard is under the polka dot fabric. :)
If you also printed out a message to go on the front, go ahead and stitch that to the front (you can also do this before ironing the interfacing on).
Now you have two pieces like this:
Pin the two pieces together with right sides facing out.
Trim off excess.
Now you're almost finished! Stitch around the edges to finish. You can use a zigzag stitch or a decorative stitch. I used a straight stitch and went around the postcard 3 times to add a decorative feel.
Voil�! A fabric postcard!
What a fun way to send snail mail! :)
*Don't forget to enter the giveaway for a chance to win a decorative pillow or Le Creuset Baking Dishes!
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Monday Faves
Hi! I hope you had a fabulous weekend. Faves for today: Vintage or Vintage-Inspired. I've been out antiquing and consignment shopping lately trying to find some more vintage/vintage inspired paper items to restock my stash... It's so fun to see so many beautiful vintage items - I found a new shop and I wish I had had my camera on me, the displays were absolutely gorgeous. Considering going back soon to take some pictures to share... So about vintage and vintage-inspired, here are a few I found on etsy. Enjoy!
1. Vintage Fabric Monogram Eco Notecard Set B by exlibrishandmade
2. Vintage Layaway Tags from emmylucy
3. Vintage Wood Game Markers from emmylucy
4. Vintage Buttons in Indian Basket from emmylucy
5. Flat Wood Beads from Decadence2artbar
6. Crazy Quilt Pillow - Creme Caramel from homespuninireland
7. Vintage Cookie Jar from leVintageMaison
8. Korean Book Pages from magpiemary
9. Assorted Vintage Buttons from magpiemary
* If you haven't already, don't forget to enter the giveaway for a chance to win a decorative pillow or Le Creuset Baking Dishes!
1. Vintage Fabric Monogram Eco Notecard Set B by exlibrishandmade2. Vintage Layaway Tags from emmylucy
3. Vintage Wood Game Markers from emmylucy
4. Vintage Buttons in Indian Basket from emmylucy
5. Flat Wood Beads from Decadence2artbar
6. Crazy Quilt Pillow - Creme Caramel from homespuninireland
7. Vintage Cookie Jar from leVintageMaison
8. Korean Book Pages from magpiemary
9. Assorted Vintage Buttons from magpiemary
* If you haven't already, don't forget to enter the giveaway for a chance to win a decorative pillow or Le Creuset Baking Dishes!
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Friday Fun: Another Giveaway!
Happy Friday! :) I was recently contacted by an online shopping company that sells a ton of fabulous stuff. Everything from kids bedding to cookware to home d�cor and a lot more! They have graciously offered to do a giveaway to all of you awesome readers - YAY! So, what's up for grabs here? The choice is yours :) The winner gets to choose one of the below items. Ok, am I allowed to enter too? ;)
A Glenna Jean McKenzie Floral Pillow or A DwellStudio Sparrow Boudoir Pillow or A set of Le Creuset Baking Dishes! (9" Square Baking Dish with Bonus 5" Baking Dish in Cobalt)
To enter: Leave a comment here in the comments section saying which prize you would like to win by next Friday night, February 26. Winner will be chosen at random on Saturday morning and posted shortly after. Unfortunately, due to shipping costs this giveaway is only open to readers in the U.S. and Canada.
To increase your chances of winning: Same as the last giveaway except with another added way to win... Blog about these giveaways with a link to this post (feel free to use the pictures from this post), put it on Facebook, MySpace, Twitter, or however else you can get the word out! You can then leave a comment for each time you have posted somewhere online about these giveaways. So, say you leave a comment, then blog about it, then put a link of Facebook and MySpace, you can enter 4 different comments in the comments section and you would have FOUR (!!) chances to win! Additionally, become a Follower of The Creative Place and leave an extra comment for that as well. If you are already a Follower, you can leave an extra comment also. :)
Have a fabulous weekend!
A Glenna Jean McKenzie Floral Pillow or A DwellStudio Sparrow Boudoir Pillow or A set of Le Creuset Baking Dishes! (9" Square Baking Dish with Bonus 5" Baking Dish in Cobalt)To enter: Leave a comment here in the comments section saying which prize you would like to win by next Friday night, February 26. Winner will be chosen at random on Saturday morning and posted shortly after. Unfortunately, due to shipping costs this giveaway is only open to readers in the U.S. and Canada.
To increase your chances of winning: Same as the last giveaway except with another added way to win... Blog about these giveaways with a link to this post (feel free to use the pictures from this post), put it on Facebook, MySpace, Twitter, or however else you can get the word out! You can then leave a comment for each time you have posted somewhere online about these giveaways. So, say you leave a comment, then blog about it, then put a link of Facebook and MySpace, you can enter 4 different comments in the comments section and you would have FOUR (!!) chances to win! Additionally, become a Follower of The Creative Place and leave an extra comment for that as well. If you are already a Follower, you can leave an extra comment also. :)
Have a fabulous weekend!
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Ok all you fabulous fabric gurus out there-- what is the name of this fabric? I have absolutely no idea and I need to order some for a project! I received a random assortment of fabrics from an order I placed on etsy several months ago, and thus, don't know the name of it. I've tried looking for it on etsy but with no luck (I searched "pink fabric" and it came up with 790 pages. I got to about page 15.)-- so, if you are the first to respond in the comments section of this post with the correct answer, I'll send you a cute little fabric scrap pack - about 10 random pieces from my stash. Thanks!*EDITED: Messy Karen said...it's Joel Dewberry for Westminster. it comes in other colors and i love it! Thank you Karen!! Please email me your shipping info and I will send you a fun fabric stash - thecreativeplace@gmail.com :)
+ Julia- I use an EK Success Paper Shaper 1.5" Circle punch - I have been very happy with all of my EK Success punches! :) Thank you for your kind words! :)
I've been punching a ton of these fun paper rounds lately. It's nice to be able to use up those little I-don't-know-what-to-do-with-these-paper-scraps in my scrap bin instead of just chucking them into the recycle basket. It's also quite therapeutic to watch t.v. in the evenings and punch rounds out- relaxing, yet being productive :)
So what can you do with these paper rounds? Make a garland, decorate a card, a scrapbook layout, add to mini albums as embellishments or tiny journaling spaces, or include a few in outgoing orders to your customers. I always include several of these to my customers :) Any other ideas or projects you can use (or have used) these rounds for?Be on the lookout either tomorrow or early next week for another fabulous giveaway. Have a great day!
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My mouth is watering just thinking about these cute little cheese puffs. These are a great appetizer or party snack, but could also be used as bread for a meal. Yum!Asiago Cheese Puffs
1 cup Asiago cheese, grated
1 tsp. minced fresh garlic
1/3 mayonnaise
1 tsp. dried oregano
1 tsp. dried thyme
1 tsp. dried parsley
1 pinch salt
1 pinch ground black pepper
1 French baguette, thinly sliced
Preheat oven to broil. In a mixing bowl, combine the Asiago cheese, garlic, mayonnaise, oregano, thyme, parsley, salt and pepper. If the mixture does not hold together well, add more mayonnaise, a little at a time.
On a baking sheet, arrange the baguette slices in a single layer. Spread the Asiago mixture on the slices. Broil for 3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and lightly browned. Serve immediately.
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I found this great tutorial awhile back over at Design*Sponge for making Vintage Sheet File Folders. I was a little skeptical at first about using spray adhesive (I used spray adhesive all throughout undergrad for art projects- it was a love/hate relationship). I was worried the sheets would get all wrinkly while trying to glue them to the file folders, but I was pleasantly surprised at how easy it was!What a cute and inexpensive way to dress up boring file folders! All you need is a fat quarter of fabric (any fabric will do, it doesn't have to be a vintage sheet!) and a folder, spray adhesive, a credit card (to smooth the wrinkles out) and scissors or a rotary cutter and mat.
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Monday Faves
Happy Monday :) I hope you had a lovely weekend. Here are today's faves: A Shabby Chic theme. Have a great day! :)
1. Linen and Cotton Flowers by JolieMarche
2. Hobo Bag, Green by MomoTrees
3. Duet - Stackable Rings by kellyssima
4. Large Wood Letter A from SignsofVintage
5. Freedom. White bysilverlining11
6. Thank You Tags by PaperEclectiques
7. Pale Blue Blooms Vase from CeramicBotanica
8. Jewelry Hook Romantic Collection by postroadvintage
1. Linen and Cotton Flowers by JolieMarche2. Hobo Bag, Green by MomoTrees
3. Duet - Stackable Rings by kellyssima
4. Large Wood Letter A from SignsofVintage
5. Freedom. White bysilverlining11
6. Thank You Tags by PaperEclectiques
7. Pale Blue Blooms Vase from CeramicBotanica
8. Jewelry Hook Romantic Collection by postroadvintage
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An Alphabet Find
I was out and about yesterday and found these fun little abc cards - aren't they adorable? I am always on the lookout for anything alphabet, as my son is learning his abc's. These will definitely be going into paper packs soon, and if you'd like a whole set, you can grab it here. These would be great on a scrapbooking page, or in a mini album about going to school, or as a wall hanging or a collage. Maybe even make a mini album of the abc's as a learning tool for your toddler! :)
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This casserole is a yummy, warm comfort food. Perfect for a cold winter day :)Chicken Cobbler Casserole
6 Tbsp. butter, melted, divided
4 cups cubed sourdough rolls
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
2 medium sweet onions, sliced
1 cup buttermilk
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1/2 cup drained and chopped jarred roasted red bell peppers
2� cups cooked chicken, shredded
Toss 4 Tbsp. melted butter with next 3 ingredients; set aside.
Saut� onions in remaining 2 Tbsp. butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until golden brown. Stir in buttermilk and next 3 ingredients; cook, stirring constantly - about 5 minutes or until bubbly. Spoon mixture into a lightly greased 9-inch square or 11x7-inch baking dish; top evenly with bread mixture.
Bake at 400 degrees F for 15 minutes or until casserole is golden brown.
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DIY :: Button and String Mini Journal
First, gather your supplies:
- Cover paper - cut to 11" x 6"
- Inside pages (however many you prefer- I used 7 sheets) cut to 4.25" x 8"
- 2 eyelets (1/8")
- 11" of baker's twine or string
- 2 paper round die cuts - 1" each
- Eyelet punch (1/8"), eyelet setter, hammer and pad
- Stapler and staples
- Scissors
- Ruler
- Paper scorer (if you don't have one you can use a dull object - like a bone folder edge, a pen with the top still on, a butter knife- pressing lightly so as not to rip the paper)
Take your cover sheet and score a line 1.5" in from the right side (see below).
Then score a line 4.75" in from the left side (see below).
Fold your inside pages in half. Now your book cover and pages should look like this:
Next, center one of the paper round die cuts on the outside flap (not sure how to explain that, lol- see picture below). Using your eyelet punch and hammer, punch through the die cut and cover sheet at the same time (hole punched should be in the middle of the die cut). Set one of the eyelets through this hole.
Now, fold your cover closed and line up the other paper round die cut about 1" from the other die cut you just set. I made pencil marks as a guide on where to place it once I lined it up.
Using the tutorial over at Erinzam, tie your string or twine around the eyelet (AFTER punching the 1/8" hole in the die cut paper round and putting it on the eyelet), set this eyelet and paper round punch where you just made your pencil marks as a guide.
Now it should look something like this. Trim off the extra string after setting the eyelet. *EDITED* Ok. So somehow my string ended up on TOP of the paper round die cut. I think I just got so excited about making it that I got carried away and forgot to put it UNDER the die cut before setting it. Haha :) So don't make that mistake ;)
Ok, now you need to attach the inside pages. I don't have a super huge stapler punch thing, so I had to get creative. So here's a picture to make you giggle: I stapled the pages to the cover by stapling them to my bulletin board, pulling the book off gently and then folding the staple prongs down carefully inside. If you choose to have a bunch of pages and it's getting all wonky when you try and staple it, you could try hand sewing it with a needle and embroidery thread.
Voila! A string and button mini journal! Now you can decorate and embellish the cover (or leave it blank with a simple title).... add pictures, journaling, mementos. :)
I changed my header up top... still trying to decide if it's too "busy".... what do you think? Any thoughts or suggestions? *EDITED* Thank you for the suggestions! I changed it again so that the title was more legible... still trying to decide. Maybe it will grow on me. :)Views:
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