My Forever Friend

Thanks so much for stopping by today to say hello.  It's your friend, Karen Letchworth here today sharing another super FUN card that I made using a few of my favorite products from Really Reasonable Ribbon.  I can honestly say that this card came together using a whole lot of scraps.  The red card base was a pre-cut scrap, as were the small piece of corrugated cardboard, the left-over piece of red gaffer tape, and the scrap of patterned paper.  So, I literally used a few random items that I had laying around on my craft table to create the base of this card.  The secret is.......Scor-Tape.

It's all held together securely using strips of Scor-Tape.  I wrapped the card in Natural Burlap String and also attached a piece of lovely Crochet Lace to this card giving it lots of fabulous texture.  That's what Really Reasonable Ribbon helps you do.  I cut a length of Solid Ivory Baker's Twine, lengths of Solid Wheat Baker's Twine and Solid Red Baker's Twine, and I attached those as well.  Yes, lots of great layers.

I added an antique milk cap, a torn scrap of Burlap Ribbon, a miniature paperclip, a sentiment sticker, and the small doily and little house(s) are from old PTI die-cut sets.  The patterned paper scrap and sentiment sticker are from October Afternoon 5 & Dime.  Lots of vintage stash items here, and Really Reasonable Ribbon helps to make it all so much more exciting.

Any time you need some amazing inspiration, you're welcome to stop by the Really Reasonable Ribbon Blog to see what my fabulous teammates are up to using ribbons, trims and twine.  There's always a great bargain at RRR, reasonable shipping, and.......every type and width of trim, lace, ribbon, twine, mulberry flowers and adhesive you could ever imagine.  Don't miss out on ALL there is at Really Reasonable Ribbon.

Blessings,

Karen

Watercolor Ornament

With Christmas just around the corner, I wanted to share an easy watercolor ornament that you can create.  Grab some beautiful lace and ribbon from Really Reasonable Ribbon, a flat wooden ornament, buttons, old hymnal page, gesso and your favorite watercolors.

 I trimmed the hymnal to fit wooden ornament and glued it.  Next I applied gesso, letting it dry.  Next I added my holiday scene using watercolor and black pens. 

Then I add the Arianna Natural Crochet Lace and added a hanger with the Sheer Iridescent Champagne Ribbon.

These are so quick and easy... created a few for you and some to share.

Happy crafting!

Sheila

What's the Buzz? Queen Bee Mixed Media Card

Hello, Ribbon Lovers!  Spring must well and truly be coming, because I spotted my first buzzing bumblebee yesterday! He was just hanging out on the deck, catching some rays.  It did my heart good to see him, and it also inspired me to make this Queen Bee Mixed Media Card with beautiful Really Reasonable Ribbon.

I happen to love bees, so any time I see bee themed crafting goodies, they have a tendency to wind up in the Closet of Shame. This 5" x 7" mixed media card features a digital image from our very own Ginny along with some bee themed papers I found a while back. 

Maize Taffeta Ribbon and 3/8" Black Quatrefoil Print Satin add just the right pop of color and texture to this collage.

Pockets filled with sweet treat can be found inside the card.

I've topped this Staples Square tag with more of the Black Quatrefoil Print Satin ribbon, Burlap String Bow and some sweet WOC Open Roses. Crocheted lace adds another textural element to this mixed media collage tag.

Then I created a little tea wallet to tuck in the upper pocket.  This darling journal card is another digital image from Polly's Paper. 

Here's a great way to use up those little leftover pieces of ribbon.  I've hot glued them under the vintage button!  It adds such a nice finishing touch, and gives a ribbon scrap a new life. And if you're making a bee themed card, you'd better include a honey stick to go with the tea, right?

All this talk of bees and honey and tea has caused me to crave a cuppa!  Thanks for stopping by!

Cheerio,
kathy

Natural Colors in Scrapbook Layout

Hello fellow ribbon lovers!  

Do you love adding ribbons and lace to your scrapbook layouts?  I know I do!  

For this layout, I choose to use natural colors to compliment the beautiful photo of our vacation to Colorado.  I used the Autumn Sheer with Satin Center Assortment, the Melissa Natural Crochet Lace and the Jute String- Natural.

It is easy to add beautiful ribbons and lace to your layouts.  I hope you schedule some creative time.

Wishing you a creative day.

Sheila

A Wish for Peace

  Hello, friends.  I hope your preparations for the holidays are going smoothly.  It's going to be a quiet Christmas for hubbie and me, which, it turns out, will be OK for us. As I'm sure it is for you, my thoughts and feelings often influence my art and craft.     

  This holiday, I'm wishing and praying for peace in the world and healing for all those that suffer.  Using 1/2 in. Natural Crochet Lace from the Really Reasonable Ribbon shop helped me create this quiet, comforting card project.

I'll be seeing you back here on the RRR blog in the new year.  Until then, I wish you all the best this holiday season.

-Vivian

SUPPLIES: Natural Crochet Lace - Really Reasonable Ribbon
Self-adhesive Pearls in "Snow" from Kaisercraft - Really Reasonable Ribbon "Flowers and Butterflies" Stamp and Framelit Set - Sizzix "Indigo Bleu" Patterned Papers - Pink Paislee
Snowflake Stamp - Kaisercraft Sentiment Stamp - Fiskars
Decorative Brad - Teresa Collins