I have some exciting news to share ... you can find my embellished wood houses in the current issue of Simply Handmade Decor Magazine! I'm over the moon thrilled to be published. It's a first for me and I feel like I've won a big prize! This magazine and other Simply Handmade publications are filled with fabulous ideas. If you want to try this fun project for yourself, there are sets of wood house forms in my ETSY shop.
Here are a couple cards and crocheted projects to share with you today.
The crocheted piece along the bottom of this card is absolutely gorgeous. It almost hesitated to cover it up but it's just as sweet peeking out from under layers of shabby goodness. I found the pattern in a book and had to try it. I'm sure you'll see more of these lacy appliqués on future posts. The papers are from my scrap drawer, the pear is chipboard as is the frame ... painted and distressed. You'll find our stamp set Four Frames on both of today's cards.
I ADORE our new polka dot printed papers! Each package of Polka Dot Parade includes 2 sheets of 6 colors ... Daffodil Delight, Marina Mist, Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie, Real Red, and Rich Razzleberry. I paired Real Red with a simple check above and layered on a stamped frame image, chipboard butterfly, and other shapes including an old sewing machine. The flower is created from an old sewing pattern from my dear mom - topped with a crocheted flower and bright red button. The fringe is white and red crepe paper - LOVE IT!
Before I go I want to point out that our new catalog is available and filled with loads of goodies and inspiration. Check it out - there's a link on the left. I hope you enjoyed your visit ... thanks for stopping by!
I do love your cards Joanne. They are so imaginative and include so many things to look at.
ReplyDeleteBoth cards are layer upon layer of dreaminess Joanne!! Your new crocheted piece is gorgeous...WOW and red polka dots ~ my fav 😊
ReplyDeleteHello my friend. Sounds like your having a blast this summer already. And Congrats on getting published.. That is so cool. Your work is awesome. I just love your cards. Lots of yummy layers.
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CONGRATULATIONS on being published. That is so awesome. And of course, 2 more fabulous cards! Love them both. Do tell what publication you are using to get your awesome crochet creations from. I was looking at some books yesterday, and didn't know which to choose, so I didn't get any. But I am so itching to give the crochet thread another try and I have loved all of your pieces.
ReplyDeleteGood to hear you are enjoying summer and spend time with your family. Your cards...ahhh....red is not my go-to color to work with but you created a beauty. I really love it; my fave on this post:). Also congrats on being published. Your wooden houses are stunning. A lovely way to put your talent into the spotlight!
ReplyDeleteOh your cards are so beautiful ... I just love looking at them ...
ReplyDeleteIsn't publication news fun, Joanne!?! Congratulations to you!! Love both of your cards...you ALWAYS do the classic red so well, and I love the pretty colors on the first, too, along with your beautiful embellishments!!
ReplyDeleteWhat perfect use of the 'pear'. So clever! And, I love those red polka dots.
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