Halloween Boo Banner

I just adore the fall season.  There is something about the crispness of the air, the spectacular Michigan color show and the perfect temperature that really inspires me.  Making fall and Halloween inspired crafts is always fun too.  I made this "Boo Banner" for Alpha Stamps and it certainly has a fall feel.

Using the mini Halloween kit paper as the background, I layered medallions to create what I would consider a classic banner look.

 

 

Instead of using my typical inks to darken the edges, this time I used black acrylic paint.  I wanted to get an extra grungy look and I feel this was a good tactic to achieve this.

Each medallion was backed with some old lace. I simply bundled it up in a pleasing fashion and then added a few staples before hot gluing.

 

 

I was also pleased to be able to use an old piece of chain to extend my piece. I am always happy to be able to use up something in my stash.

 

I hope you enjoyed this simple project that can really be made for any season.

 

Cheers,

 

Rhea



 

 

Bunting Love

I have wanted to make one of these trendy little buntings for a while.  I took inspiration from the upcoming season of Love, Valentine's Day. 

I had to do some problem solving to get everything to hang right.  I had a few versions of this before I ever added the pennants that were unsuccessful.  I love the use of eyelets, jump rings and simple twine for hanging. 



On this set the backing is a tag from Martha Stewart.  I wish I picked up more of these when I was recently at a discount store, as they fit perfectly behind the rosettes.  I also did something unusual for me, I kept it simple!

I am sending these off to a little shop, where hopefully they will find a new home.

Cheers,

Rhea