Here’s another idea for setting your tabletops.  By layering your plates and colors you will  instantly inspire your table plus add a lot of depth.  In this place setting I used 5 colors including pink, black, white, silver and grey.  I stenciled the tablecloth using my Kathy Peterson Inspired Vine Stencil.  I also added a stenciled backdrop using my Fleur inspired stencil just to give you another idea for serving horderves or drinks.  Notice how the black and silver fleur stenciled background really adds even more depth.  The flower I made using Faber-Castell Gelato’s on circles of canvas which becomes the guest party favor.

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I made this tote bag about 4 years ago on the fly—no pattern–no plan–I just made it up mixing and matching fabric pieces.  Unfortunately, I did not make a pattern nor did I take any notes on how I made it.   Now I wish I had as I get so many compliments on this bag.

 In any event, this was such a fun bag to make so now I guess I’ll have to remember to keep notes on how I construct my next tote bag!    P.S  Let me know what you like best about this bag.

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It’s “sew” easy to make this vintage style pin cushion for that special seamstress in your life! Just gather up a jar lid, some fringe,, lace, vintage fabric,  cording, embroidery floss, poly-fill, string pearls, seed beads an various vintage buttons.  Simply glue (in order) batting to lid, then glue the fabric, lace, fringe and cording using the photo as a guide.  Next stitch in some embroidery floss, pearls, beads and buttons.    Although I made this pin cushion more than 15 years ago, it’s still timeless and on trend!

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This Christmas add a little “charm” and sparkle to your table glass!  All it takes is just a few minutes using wire, beads and a charm!  Stay inspired!  www.KathyPeterson.com

 This is a great project if  you have some leftover white scrapbook paper.  And if you have a small space, this little Christmas tree will make a festive statement!

Supply List:

• Pitt Artist Pen big brush Stampers pen (Black 199*** , Magenta 133*** & May Green 170***)
• Pitt Artist Pen “s” (Magenta 133***)
• scissors
• white glue
• stick pins
• Faber-Castell stamp
• Floral Craft Styrofoam Stack Tree
• White scrapbook paper 12 x12
• Gems in various colors

Step 1:

For this Faber-Castell Design Memory Craft Mix & Match design team project, I gathered several Pitt Artist pens and randomly drew multi-color lines to create the tree fringe.  Then to add a bit more dimension to the tree, I stamped the lines using a contrasting color (black).

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Step 2:

This little tree used about 1 and a half pieces of 12×12 scrap paper.  When you have all your lines colored in, simply gauge the size of the strip to the size of the Styrofoam cone piece.  Once you have your strips cut to size, snip the edges almost to the top of strip using your scissors. Glue each strip to each cone and secure with stick pins if necessary.  Allow to dry then assemble the cones to create the tree.  If any bare space show, simply fill in with some more fringed paper strips and gems.

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Here a quick and easy way to customize a tote bag just in time for Mothers Day.   I used both the large and small  lattice designs from  my new stencil collection to create a fun look.  You can purchase canvas bags like these at your local craft store as well as 2 bottles of craft paint.   For a little more embellishment, I painted little stitch marks on the larger scale stencil design.

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This months Duetica Font project is all about chalk!    Say what?  Yes chalk!   I printed out the words:   Love is all you need.

By using several of Duetica’s Mandolyn font styles I added some of the swirls on a few of the letters for a little bit more pizzaz.  I then rubbed chalk onto the back side of the paper and traced it onto one of my new favorites finds “Chalkboard China”.    

 This dinner ware is so darn cute and comes in a variety of styles from plates, glasses, vases, etc.   For the Chalkboard vase, I doodled some half circles to create a different look although you could always write another love note on it!

What a clever way to tell someone you love them in a very special way.  More love notes coming your way  on V-Day!

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It doesn’t get any easier than this simple little flower.  This time I shaped the crimped wire into mini flower and then attached some small pearls to add even more depth.  Now you can wear this as a corsage or use it as an accessory for your table decor! 

Maybe you know someone who’s getting married on Valentine’s Day and wouldn’t this make a romantic touch for a boutonniere!  Take it one step further by using artificial flowers and turn this into a gift box topper!  On this little cutie, I spiraled the wire at the bottom and to the left I wrapped the the wire around a small dowel then added some beads!

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So your husband calls you up to say we have a party to go to “tonight”.  It’s 5 pm and you need a hostess gift and oh by the way—–hubby forgot the name of the wife of his buddy who’s hosting the party.  

Well here’s a simple and fast way to wow your hostess (even if you don’t know her name)  with a quick and simple customized label (even if you don’t know her name).

I always like to keep an “emergency” bottle of nice wine for a hostess gift  just in case we get a last minute invite.  So all I did was use Duetica’s  Mandolyn font system—and jazzed up the “H” in hostess for a eye catching label any “H”ostess would love.   Then to top it off, I adhered some pretty ribbons to give it a finished look!

And now I have a wonderful gift I’m sure she won’t forget (even if it’s just another bottle of wine).

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