We are a BIG fan of this next new feature–Minimally Made. Sometimes, there are only a few minutes in a day to dedicate to crafting/scrapbooking. Our CP Gals want to help you make the most of those minutes. Here with a 'minimal' concept for creating your own pre-made embellishments is CP Gal, Stephanie Bryan.
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I love everything handmade and I love embellishments, so I can't think of anything better than handmade embellishments. Simple layered papers and punched shapes can create the most beautiful additions to a project.
These pretties are not only easy to make, they are fun, carefree and rather addicting. Once you get started, I guarantee you won't be able to stop! They are as easy as 1, 2, 3.
Let's take a look!!
Start by punching out your base shape. For the example above, I'm using a pinked circle.
Next, layer on a smaller punched shape, scrap of fabric or ribbon. Be sure to get creative here! Anything goes with these layers. I like to create a contrast in this step, so I usually alternate between lighter and darker colors. The greens and pinks from the new Notes & Things collection really pop when you place them against the warm cork and woodgrain papers!! The final step is to add on some type of dimensional element (butterflies, wood veneer, flair, sequins). Be sure to curl up the edges to give your lovely a little dimension! I always finish my embellishments with a quick run through my sewing machine. This helps to bind all the little bits together!
As you can see, once I got started, I couldn't stop! I was inspired by the butterfly paper {HONEST} from Notes & Things and actually punched out those butterflies with my American Crafts butterfly punch. The punch almost fits those butterflies perfectly and those little butterflies definitely sparked my creativity!!
I placed all of these pretty embellishments in a candy jar on my desk and now I have them ready and waiting for me whenever I need to add a special little touch to my projects!
These embellishments would be perfect in mini albums, Project Life cards, layouts and even gifts!
Here, I've used one of the lovelies to dress up a vellum gift bag! They add the perfect pop of color and dimension to the bag! I can't wait to send this pretty gift to my sweet friend!
Beautiful!
Posted by: Becky Williams | August 27, 2014 at 05:25 AM
These are awesome Steph!
Posted by: Stephanie Buice | August 27, 2014 at 07:43 AM
Ack! I love this!
Posted by: wida | August 27, 2014 at 09:25 AM
I so love these!! You inspired me to make my own embellishments! Yesterday I got out my pack of vellum shapes from the last Maggie Holmes collection and put them to good use!
Posted by: Kathleen | August 28, 2014 at 03:36 AM
WOW these are so precious ♥
Posted by: Bernii Miller | August 28, 2014 at 08:09 PM
Thanks so much for this tutorial ;) Now I have a bunch of amazing embellishments made using scraps of paper and my cameo :) http://instagram.com/p/spQRdynxQV/?modal=true
Posted by: Antilight | September 07, 2014 at 05:51 AM