May 3, 2009

Spring Notebook and Cards

I had some leftover patterned paper from THIS PROJECT so I decided to use up my scraps before cleaning up my area. I noticed that this photo from my Inspiration File has lots of the fun colors I used on my projects so I thought I would share. Using my scraps, I made two square cards that I'll probably use for Mother's Day, and a little idea book to keep in my tote.
By making my cards 4.25" square, I was able to place my sentiment circle off the top of the card. The cards still fit in regular A2 size envelopes.
For my notebook, I created a round embellishment by using the *Absolutely Fabulous* sentiment from Mixed Messages and then spelling out *ideas* using small alphabet stamps. I also reach for more of those big honkin' Vintage Buttons that I love so much. I just scattered them on my notebook along the strips of ribbon. Notebook from Target.
Here's a little closeup shot of the buttons and the circle embellishment.

Supplies used for this project:
Paper: Bitty Dots Basics patterned paper, Kraft Cardstock
Buttons: Vintage Buttons in White, Aqua Mist, Hibiscus Burst, Ripe Avocado
Other: twine string

Tip: Use up all supplies from one project before moving to the next project. If you think *I'll save these little pieces for another project*.....they'll most likely end up cluttering your space. Use it all up now, clean up.....then move on to your next project. It's a good thing. Enjoy your Sunday everyone!!

12 comments:

Michelle said...

LOVE the notebook, Michelle - I need to crank out an easy-enough giftable today and I think this is it! I always love that you remember to make things for yourself too! Have a great day!

Elaine said...

Love your tip today - that's what I really SHOULD do...and great cards to use up the scraps! Your projects are always sooo cute, Mish!

Melissa said...

So lovely!

Many Blessings,
M.

Katy @ Live Laugh Love Craft said...

Ooh, I used todays tip before you even told me to, lol! I made your Rib-n-Strips today and I only wanted to do one card at first but I still had 3 more Rib-n-Strips so I figured i'd better use them while all of my supplies were out. :) I'm posting the cards on my blog-o later. Hope you're enjoying your weekend!

Unknown said...

I need to follow your tip for today! I always end up saving my scraps, especially from papers that I "love" at the time. After a while, the newness wears off and I don't "love" them snymore!!

Karen said...

That little notebook is so cute. I try hard to use it before I move on but with 12 X 12 papers, I get tired of using it before it is gone. I am throwing away little pieces of cardstock now (thanks to you). Have a fun day.

MichelleY said...

Boy Mish....you clean up REAL GOOD! ;)

I love your hand stamped background paper. The colors are truly marvelous and look fantatic together!

Debbie Fisher (debbiedee) said...

Great tip and I love the cards you made as well as the notebook. I esp love how you used the buttons down the side.

Dana Gustafson said...

So cute and SO smart! You are right...use it now or months later you could still be pushing the same scrap around! TFS

DeeDee said...

YUMMY stuff girlie! I love your little notebook. I just received some of those Papertrey buttons and I LOVE THEM! I think everything I made over the weekend got buttons on it! LOL! HUGS!

Katy @ Live Laugh Love Craft said...

Just letting you know that I posted the cards that I made with Rib-N-Strips. :)

Renee said...

Gorgeous! I so love you work!! I wish I could do how what you do by looking at things!

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