Just Getting Started- A little FALL Decor

Hi friends,

I was at the Dollar tree 

getting something else when

I saw these Maple leaf stems.

I know I could spend more and get better quality

floral at Hobby Lobby or just about anywhere else.

I had an idea and I wanted to see if it would work.  

I love the brown and beige tones.

I bought 2 stems for $1.25 each, so not a big investment .

Found some old book pages in my paper stash.

I used one of the leaves to make a pattern.

Then cut some Maple leaves from the book pages.

You could even stain your pages 

with coffee, tea or watercolor paints.

I folded the leaves down the center.

Then glued the leaves to a center piece that 

did not have a leaf...

but looked like it needed one.

It made the stems nice and full !

I put one stem in an old cider jug...

It works for me-

nothing fancy!

Here's a close up of the leaves.

I put the other stem in a white pitcher.

This year

I plan to decorate with my brown transferware, 

lots of browns and neutrals.

It turned out like I was thinking....I like it-

Okay... tell me what you think. 

Are you thinking about Fall?

Or are you 'enjoying' 105 degree weather like I am ???

Have a great week!

xo Lisa S

Faux Cinnamon Roll

 Hello!

I found air-dry clay at the Dollar Tree.

It looks like it's a terra cotta color

I wanted to test it out-

I immediately thought about cinnamon rolls....

Who doesn't love cinnamon rolls year-round ?

I cut the moist slab of clay

 in half lengthwise and rolled it out

 with a rolling bin wrapped in parchment paper.

I rolled it into one large cinnamon roll.

It was easy to roll.

The edges were smoothed out 

with a little water and fingertips.

It dried overnight-

The clay is dense and weighty-

No cracking.

I painted the swirls with Matte Mod Podge and real cinnamon.

I decided to paint the clay with acrylic paint.

I used white paint for the icing and let it drip over the sides.

After the paint dried, I went over just the icing with

GLOSSY Mod Podge.

The icing stayed glossy.

It looked real to me-

A delicious paper weight!

I enjoy making faux foods- it really fools the eye!

This clay was a win!

Definitely worth a try.

An 8 oz. package made 1 extra large roll or

 could easily make

4 mini rolls.

Have a great week!

xo Lisa S

Just takes a Minute - Campfire Marshmallow Candle

Hi there!

I purchased this candle at the DOLLAR TREE.

I always love white candles.

This candle has a wonderful Vanilla scent and will work for my plan-

Print a label-

Cut and re-check size and placement.

Here's my label-

size to fit

                                                    I cut and removed the original vinyl label.

I used Mod Podge to adhere the label.

First I painted the front of the label with mod podge

and then allowed it to dry.

After the front is dry. Paint the back side of the label with Mod Podge

and attach to the jar.

Press down well, to remove any air bubbles.

A nice gift for a 'Vintage Loving' friend!

Thank you!

xo Lisa S

No Bake Faux Gingerbread Cookies

Hello!

Let's make some C O O K I E S ! 

I used Air Dry clay for this project.

Crayola- Model Magic is available at most craft stores,

usually with the crafts for kids.

It comes in many colors.

I purchased the EARTHTONE-

it's paintable but not necessary.

The clay dries in 24 hours.

I worked with half the package at a time.

Kneed with your hands to soften up a little.

I used a rolling pin to flatten out the clay.

Roll between two sheets of parchment paper.

My rolling pin is just for crafts ( not for food )

They look so cute already!

After I rolled out all the clay- there was just a bit left over.

So I pressed the remainder of the clay into the cutter,

This way I had no scraps!

Half of the package made 10 cookies

Yes, there is a Chicken in the mix!

My Mom loves to decorate with chickens 

so I made one just for her!

This clay is sponge-like and lightweight.

When the cookies were completely dry,

I decorated them with white puff paint.

The puff paint was from HOBBY LOBBY about $1.30

Easy to decorate !

See how they look on a plate ?

I put them in the kitchen, tucked inside a sifter.

For fun I added a book.

My children loved the story of The Gingerbread Man.

So glad you were able to stop by!

I tried to make our visit short and SWEET!

XO Lisa S

Shaker Cards, Tags and Ornaments

 Hello my friend,

Christmas is coming sooner than I would like.

I don't know where the time goes.

I've been shopping and decorating-

Going to parties!

One of my favorite parts of the season is

WRAPPING GIFTS!

I wanted to make some unique tags this year.

This is a photo copy of one of my own Shiny Brite boxes.

I printed out some labels and

cut out the center to create a window.

I save scraps of cellophane packaging.

You can use envelopes, cracker and cookie bags.

I found a piece to cover the window.

It was trimmed and glued to the back side.

I like to used Fabric Tac.

I found these sequins at the Dollar Tree !

Just $1.25 each.

The are a beautiful assortment of colors.

You can make your mix of colors as you go-

I did a little at a time.

Mixed in a small bowl -

Leave one side open to fill- then glue closed.

For this box lid I added a small piece of tinsel garland

behind the cellophane.

I glued an old photo inside.

The boy has on a winter hat and coat.

These photos are from an old friend who passed away.

I helped her clean her home when she moved to assisted living.

Her family did not want them, I didn't have the heart to

toss them.

On the back of the photo -

1st xmas 1938

I used a silver

 chenille stem behind the cellophane window,

to create a mini sparkling tinsel icicle package.

To create a tag I add an eyelet and ribbon.

I used Distress ink along some of the edges.

The box of cookies had such adorable graphics....

I held on to it until I got inspired!

I used small scissors to cut out the mini Gingerbread Babies,

I just knew they would look good in the window

along with some small seed beads.

I cut this one below a bit shorter and filled it with sequins.

I also wanted to make a see-through window.

I used a poly bag used for postcards.

The window was cut and than a pattern cut for the back.

It made a nice ornament for the tree.

These can be tucked in a card or package.

The tags with the sequins are fun to shake!

I just couldn't stop- I was having so much fun!

So I'll be using these for Christmas gift tags this year.

I will probably tuck a few inside Christmas cards.

They are just the right to make a pocket for a gift card.

Thanks for the visit!!!

xo Lisa S

I even made a couple of Birthday cards!

Tip-

Do you dislike glitter?

Try emptying your paper punch.