Tonic Studios - Fall Banner

I can't believe Thanksgiving is this week (for all of us in the States)!  It seems like after Halloween the time just flies by with Thanksgiving and Christmas.  If you are looking for some last minute Fall home decor that won't take to long to whip up I have a pretty Fall banner to share with you.  

You can click on the photos to enlarge them and see all of the details. 

Here is a close up of one of the letters.

If you would like to see more photos and find out all of the details for how I created this banner you can click HERE to visit the Tonic Studios Blog.  I have a full step-by-step tutorial on the blog.

Thanks so much for stopping by today!

Heidi

Supplies
 DuoCap Initials Pretoria A-N Die Set 608e 
Jubilant Jubilee Beautiful Bunting Die Set 1798e 
Autumnal Oat Die Set 1431e 
Fallen Leaves Die Set 1433e 
Pinecone Season Die Set 1430e 
Nuvo Deluxe Adhesive 200N 
Nuvo Glitter Markers Ember Glow 170N (Gold) 
Nuvo Crystal Drops - Autumn Red 683N 
Essentials Easy Clean Mat 1514e 
Tim Holtz – 8″ Guillotine – 160e 
Tim Holtz – 5 inch/ 12.3cm Mini Snips – 816e 
Tangerine Die Cutting Machine with Plates 138e 
Lawn Fawn Perfectly Plaid Paper 
Cardstock - Brown, Black 
Tim Holtz Distress Oxide Inks - Spiced Marmalade, Vintage Photo, Cracked Pistachio, Walnut Stain Mini Ink Blending Tools with Sponges 
Seam Binding - Brown, Tan, Yellow, Orange, Sea Green, Burgundy 

Quick DIY Fall Jar Candle Holder - Tonic Studios

Hello everyone!  I have very quick DIY Fall home decor project to share with you.  This project is fast, inexpensive and would also make a great gift if you are going to someone else's house to celebrate Thanksgiving.  I also have a great tip to share with you over on the Tonic Studios Blog. :) 

If you would like to find out all of the details and see a step-by-step tutorial on how to create this Fall jar candle holder you can click HERE to visit the Tonic Studios Blog.

Thanks so much for stopping by today!

Happy Crafting!

Heidi

Supplies

Nuvo Embellishment Mousse Cosmic Brown 810N 

Nuvo Embellishment Mousse Orange Blush 812N 

Nuvo Embellishment Mousse Persian Red 818N 

Nuvo Glitter Drops Golden Sunset 757N 

Nuvo Crystal Drops Autumn Red 683N 

Essentials Easy Clean Mat 1514e 

Tangerine Die Cutting Machine with Plates 138e 

Ball Mason Jar (or you could use a recycled jar) 

Ranger Cut-N-Dry Sponge 

Post-It Tape 

Post-It Notes (full adhesive) 

Twine 

Battery Operated Candle 

Gilded Trinket Box - Tonic Studios USA

Hello blogging friends!  Today, I have a post up on the Tonic Studio USA Blog sharing how I designed this gilded trinket box.  This is one of those projects that just makes me happy.  I have seen several mixed media and modern art canvas done with this same technique and I wanted to give it a try on a smaller level.  Now that I have tried this and I am very happy with the results I see some canvases in my future. :)

If you would like to find out more about this technique please visit the Tonic Studios USA Blog.  

I share the step-by-step instructions and also more photos.

Thanks so much for stopping by today!

Hugs & Smiles,

Heidi

Supplies used
 Nuvo Embellishment Mousse - Aquamarine 807N
Nuvo Embellishment Mousse - Indian Gold 802N
Nuvo Pure Sheen Glitter - Aqua 714N
Nuvo Pure Sheen Glitter - Turquoise 712N
Nuvo Gilding Flakes - Radiant Gold 850N
Nuvo Glitter Drops - Blue Lagoon 753N
Craft Tacky Glue 120 ml. 419E
Martha Stewart Mother of Pearl Acrylic Paint
ButterBeeScraps - Metal Feet, Small Filigrees
B'Sue Boutiques - Large Metal Filigree
Ranger Multi Medium Matte (to glue metal)
Large Round Crystal Bead
Wood Box
Silicone Spatula
Paint Brush
Scoochy Sponge (rough or textured sponge)

Creating Crystal Like Flowers with ICE Resin® - Video

Hello blogging friends!  Today, I am sharing the video I made for ICE Resin® showing how you can add resin to paper flowers to give then a crystal or glass like look.  ICE Resin® looks so beautiful on paper!  So just remember it's not just for jewelry making you can use it on your paper crafting and mixed media projects.

If you would like to see a full step-by-step tutorial on how I designed the project you can 

click HERE to visit the ICE Resin® Blog.

I hope you enjoy the video!  Thanks so much for stopping by today!

Hugs and Smiles,

Heidi

Learn more about Heidi Blankenship

Blog:  embellished-dreams.blogspot.com/

Facebook:  HeidiBlankenshipEmbellishedDreamsDesigns

Instagram:  heidimblankenship

Pinterest:  heidimb

ICE Resin®/Ranger™ Supplies:

ICE Resin® 

ICE Resin® ICED Enamels™ Relique Powder Raspberry

ICE Resin® ICED Enamels™ Relique Glitz Gold Glitter

ICE Resin® ICED Enamels™ Medium

Paper Sealer

Brushes

Cups and Stir Sticks

Ranger Perfect Pearls™ - Pink Gumball, Sour Apple, Turquoise

Ranger - Multi Medium Matte

Other Supplies Used

Small Fancy Wood Frame, ArtCult.etsy.com - Vintage Style Image Bingo Butterfly Girl, Vintage Sheet Music, Wild Orchid Crafts Paper Flowers and Leaves, Vintage Book Paper, Ivory Flat Back Pearls, Sequins, Rhinestones, Craft Foam, Heat Tool, Hot Glue, Scor-Tape™

DIY Plush Peony and Bunny Spring Wall Hanging - Tonic Studios

Hello everyone!  Heidi, here and today I have a fun Spring DIY  home decor project to share with you using the Entwining Trellis Plush Peony Die Set from Tonic Studios and also some of the NUVO products.

Here is a picture of the plush peony and bunny wall hanging I created for Spring.  Since there is no Easter sentiment on the wall hanging you could have this piece hanging up in your home all throughout the Spring season.  I started with a small 6 x 6 wood frame.  I used a combination of white gesso, Gathered Twigs Distress Ink and NUVO Indian Gold Embellishment Mousse to paint the frame.  Then I rubbed a little more of the NUVO Indian Gold Embellishment Mousse on the frame.  I also added some water to the mousse to create gold paint splatters on the frame.  To finish the frame I applied Gathered Twigs Distress Ink around the outer and inside edges of the frame.  Next I die cut the large Entwining  Trellis border with one of the decorative edges using kraft cardstock.  I inked the edges of the cardstock using Gathered Twigs Distress Ink,  I placed the die cut in the upper corner of the frame and used some low tack tape to hold the die cut in place and trimmed the excess.  Then I used Crafty Tacky Glue to adhere the die cuts to the frame.  I did the same thing in the bottom corner of the frame.  

Here is a close up of the upper corner where you can see one of the peonies I created.  I used old book pages (without print) to die cut several of the flower shapes.  Then I shaped all of the flower petals and layered the flowers by off setting each layer to create a fuller flower.  I used Crafty Tacky Glue to adhere the flowers.  Then I used Worn Lipstick and Old Paper Distress Inks to color the flowers and I added pearl stamens to the center of each flower.

Here is a close up of the bottom corner.  I also added some NUVO Golden Sunset Glitter Drops to the Entwining Trellis border.  I just dabbed the glitter drops on with my finger to is would just leave a hint of sparkle.  I also added a couple pieces of some vintage tatting lace to the top and bottom of the frame and placed an ivory flat back pearl in the center of each lace scallop.  To finish off the flower clusters I added a couple of AB ivory and pink resin roses.

Here is a close up of the paint splatters using the NUVO Indian Gold Embellishment Mousse.

I added this sweet bunny image from ArtCult to the center of the frame.  To create the hanger I added baby pink, leather tan, and rose beige seam binding.  I frayed the edges of the seam binding to give it a more aged look.

Thank you so much for stopping by the blog today and I hope you enjoyed the project!  All supplies will be listed below.  :)

Happy crafting!

Tonic Studios Supplies:

Dies:  769E Entwining Trellis Plus Peony Die Set

NUVO:  802N Embellishment Mousse - Indian Gold, 757N US Glitter Drops - Golden Sunset

Adhesive: 419E Crafty Tacky Glue 120ml

Tools:  Tangerine Die Cutting Machine, 550 -114 E US Decoupage Scissors, 160E US Tim Holtz Trimmer, 371-254E Tim Holtz Retractable Craft Knife

Other Supplies Used:

Paper:  Kraft Cardstock, Vintage Book Paper; Ink:  Distress Inks - Worn Lipstick, Old Paper, Gathered Twigs; Ribbon/Trims:  Vintage Tatted Lace Trim; Accessories:  Ranger - White Gesso, Pearl Stamens, Fine Mist Water Bottle, Old Makeup Brush, 4mm Ivory Flat Back Pearls, Resin Roses - AB Ivory, Pink, ArtCult - Bunny Image, Seam Binding - Baby Pink, Leather Tan, Rose Beige, 6 x 6 Wood Frame, Paint Brush

ButterBeeScraps - Spooky Vintage Halloween Couple - Home Decor

Hello everyone!  It's almost the end of September so Halloween will be here before we know it.  So I figured I better get started on my Halloween crafts.  Today, I have a fun Halloween home decor piece to share with you.  I used some charms, filigree, resin flowers, and rhinestones from 

ButterBeeScraps to create my projects and then I used some bits and pieces from my own stash too.

I had a couple of small 4 x 4 black frames and I thought these would be great for some framed Halloween home decor pieces.  The background paper and the images of the man and woman are from the Tim Holtz Regions Beyond 8 x 8 Paper Pad.  I also used some black cardstock.  To create the oval die cut shapes I used  Spellbinders Classic Ovals Small and Large.  Then I added all the bits and pieces to embellish each frame.

I wanted to use charms from both the PARISIAN TIBETAN CHARMS COLLECTION (candles) and HAUNTED HALLOWS TIBETAN CHARMS COLLECTION (spiderweb).  One was silver and one bronze.  Anything with gold is so on trend right now and I wanted to accent the frames with gold so I decided to spray paint both of the charms.

For the most part I usually buy Krylon spray paint (it's just a personal fave) but I picked up this Metallic Gold from Rust-Oleum because out of all the bottles of gold metallic spray paint this was the only one that said bright gold on the label and that is exactly what I was looking for.

Here is a closer look at the frame with the man.  I love the images of the vintage photos in the paper pad--they are great for creating small home decor pieces like this.

Here is a close up of the spider on the web.  This charm is from the HAUNTED HALLOWS TIBETAN CHARMS COLLECTION.  I added a SS12 SIAM FLAT BACK GLASS RHINESTONES for the body of the spider.  Then I used a black safety pin to attach the charm to the gold metallic bow.

I added BRASS VINE FLOURISH METAL FILIGREE EMBELLISHMENT (#006-G) to accent to ovals and the vintage photo.  Then I added SS16 JET FLAT BACK GLASS RHINESTONES to the center of each piece.  I used Ranger Multi Medium Matte to adhere all of the bling and metal pieces.

Here is a close up of the frame with the woman.  The frames are basically the same except for the images and the charms.

Here is a close up of the candles.  This charm is part of the PARISIAN TIBETAN CHARMS COLLECTION.  I added a SS20 SIAM FLAT BACK GLASS RHINESTONES to the center of the candles.  Then I added a black safety pin to attach the charm to the gold metallic bow.  I used May Arts Gold Metallic String to create the bows.  To finish the piece off I added a black RESIN FLOWER CABOCHONS (#RES612-BK) to the center of the bow.

Then I added the  BRASS VINE FLOURISH METAL FILIGREE EMBELLISHMENT (#006-G) around the photos and added SS16 JET FLAT BACK GLASS RHINESTONES to the center of the filigree pieces.

I hope you enjoyed this fun framed Halloween home decor piece.  These are so quick and easy to make for the holiday.

Don't forget to check out ButterBeeScraps Online Store and Blog!

Thank you so much for stopping by today!  

Hugs,

Heidi

ButterBeeScraps Supplies
Charms - PARISIAN TIBETAN CHARMS COLLECTION (candles), HAUNTED HALLOWS TIBETAN CHARMS COLLECTION (spiderweb)
Gold Filigree - BRASS VINE FLOURISH METAL FILIGREE EMBELLISHMENT (#006-G)
Resin Flower - RESIN FLOWER CABOCHONS (#RES612-BK)
Black Safety Pin
Flat Back Rhinestones - SS16 JET FLAT BACK GLASS RHINESTONES,  SS12 SIAM FLAT BACK GLASS RHINESTONES, SS20 SIAM FLAT BACK GLASS RHINESTONES
Other Supplies
4 x 4 Black Frames
Paper - Tim Holtz Regions Beyond 8 x 8 Paper Pad, Black Cardstock
Dies - Spellbinders Classic Ovals Small and Large
Paint - Metallic Gold Spray Paint
May Arts Metallic Gold String
Ranger Multi Medium Matte
Foam Tape
Hot Glue

JustRite Papercraft - Day Two April New Release - DIY Hope Frame

Hello everyone!  It's day two of the JustRite Papercraft April New Releaase!  Today, I have a fun DIY home decor piece to share with you.

I altered a simple wood frame to create this pretty frame using some of the stamps from  JustRite Papercraft.  To start I painted the frame with white acrylic paint and then lightly sanded the frame to give it an aged look.  Then I used the CR-04620 Let Your Soul Sing Clear Stamps with the matching SVG File to stamp the branches and flowwers and cut images of the birds and butterflies.  Then I used the new CR-02171 Grunge Alphabet Clear Stamp Set and SVG Grunge Alphabet Digital Cut File Download for CR-02171 to stamp and cut the letters for the word Hope.

Here is a close up.  I used a piece of twine and black mini clothespins to attach the letters.

Here is a close up of the butterflies.

I also used the CL-02157 Script Cling Background Stamp for the background piece in the frame.

I picked this frame up at Michael's for just a couple of dollars and with just a little paint and stamps I was able to create this fun DIY home decor piece in less than an hour.

JustRite Inspiration

Marisa Job 

Darsie Bruno

Eva Dobilas 

Sheri Holt

Heidi Blankenship

Thanks so much for stopping by today!

Hugs & Smiles,

Heidi

Supplies
Stamps:  JustRite Papercraft CR-02171 Grunge Alphabet Clear Stamp Set,  CR-04620 Let Your Soul Sing Clear Stamps, CL-02157 Script Cling Background Stamp
Paper:  White
Ink:  Imagine Crafts/Tsukineko StazOn Jet Black, Memento Tuxedo Black
SVG Cut Files:  JustRite Papercraft SVG Grunge Alphabet Digital Cut File Download for CR-02171, Let Your Soul Sing SVG
Accessories:  Frame, White Acrylic Paint, Sand Paper, Mini Clothespins, Twine, Hot Glue

Tutorial Tuesday for JustRite Papercraft - DIY Distress Spray Stains Autumn Centerpiece

Hello everyone!  It is time for another Tutorial Tuesday with JustRite® Papercraft and today I have a beautiful DIY Autumn Centerpiece to share with you.

To create this centerpiece I used three background stamps from JustRite® Papercraft - JustRite® Papercraft CL-02027 Burlap Cling Background Stamp, CL-02127 Crackle Cling Background Stamp, CL-04430 Floral Flourishes Cling Background Stamp.  I also used the  JustRite® SVG-03850 Shabby Chic Autumn Leaves EXACT File and  Distress Spray Stains.  This is a very quick, easy and inexpensive way create a centerpiece for the upcoming holiday.

If you would like to see the full step-by-step tutorial you can click HERE or if you would like to watch the video click HERE.

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GIVEAWAY 

*ON THE JUSTRITE INSPIRATION BLOG!*

Please Read

For this week's Tutorial Tuesday Giveaway one lucky winner will receive a $50.00 Gift Card to the JustRite Store. 

Simply tell us what your Thanksgiving/Fall Family Traditions are--*ON THE JUSTRITE BLOG!* What is your favorite Fall Holiday Food and does the celebration include any handmade projects or homemade treats? 

Remember that you can double your chances of winning by leaving comments on the JustRite Blog and on Heidi's Video. Don't forget to show Heidi a little love when you watch her video - give her a thumbs up.

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Thank you so much for stopping by today!

Hugs & Smiles,

Heidi

Supplies
Stamps:  JustRite® Papercraft CL-02027 Burlap Cling Background Stamp, CL-02127 Crackle Cling Background Stamp, CL-04430 Floral Flourishes Cling Background Stamp
Paper:  Ivory Cardstock
Ink/Sprays:  Imagine/Crafts Tsukineko Memento Espresso Truffle; Distress Spray Stain-Mustard Seed, Spiced Marmalade, Peeled Paint, Fired Brick, Rusty Hinge, Vintage Photo
SVG Cut Files:  JustRite® SVG-03850 Shabby Chic Autumn Leaves EXACT File
Accessories:  Silhouette Cameo, Grapevine Basket, Filler Flower, Acorns, Hydrangea Flowers, Votive Cup, Votive Candle, Hot Glue, Heat Tool

DYI Infinity Band Candle Holder

Hello everyone!  Today, I have a quick and easy DIY project to share with you using Julianna's Jewel Loom™ and it's sure to bring a little beauty to any room in your home.

I made an infinity band using the Jewel Loom™ and two hole Czech Glass Tile Beads in Light Purple and Pink Peacock with Vitrail finish.  Then I wrapped the band around a votive candle holder and glued in place.   Then I added some flower with a little sparkle of glitter, some tiny acrylic pearl flowers and purple crystals for the center.

Here is a close up of the band.  These beads are so pretty and they work perfectly for a project like this because they lay flat.  Did you know that Julianna recently opened an Etsy store?  Her store is filled will beautiful beads like this, wire, crystals, and the Jewel Loom kit -- it's even signed by Julianna!

You can click HERE to visit  Julianna Casa de Jewels Etsy Shop.

Thank you so much for stopping by today!

Don't forget to check out Juianna's Jewel Loom Facebook Page and the Positively Me Blog!

Hugs & Smiles,

Heidi

Supplies:  Julianna Casa de Jewels Etsy Shop
Signature Jewel Loom kit signed by Julianna, Select Two Hole Czech Glass Tile Bead in Light Purple Matte, Select Two Hole Czech Glass Tile Bead in Pink Peacock with Vitrail finish, Wildfire Thermally Bonded Bead Weaving Thread, Jewel Loom Replacement Needles 6-pack 
Other supplies: Flowers, glitter, acrylic pearl flowers, ButterBeeScraps-SS12 Amethyst Flat Back Crystals, acrylic green leaves

Tutorial Tuesday - 4th of July Celebration - JustRite Papercraft New June Release

Hello everyone!  Today, is my day to post for the Tutorial Tuesday for JustRite® Papercraft and it is also Day Two of the New June Release.  If you missed all of the beautiful projects from day one you can click HERE to visit the JustRite® Inspiration Blog.

Here is the 4th of July Celebration ensemble that I designed using the CR-02081 Let Freedom Ring Clear Stamp Set, CL-02077 Shooting Star Stitched Background Cling Stamp, and  JustRite® Papercraft SVG-02081 Let Freedom Ring Digital Cut File Download for CR-02081 (Used Offset File for projects) all from JustRite® Papercraft.  These projects are fun, easy and inexpensive to create.  

Framed art--home decor piece with paper star garland, hemp cord, and burlap.

Inexpensive 4th of July centerpiece.  Red metal bucket and red foil stars came from the dollar store.  The red foil stars with sprigs is part of a balloon weight.  

Mason Jar for a drinking glass.

Ring Pop--banner was fussy cut for hot air balloon image and hot glued to the ring.

**Inspired by Pinterest

Napkin--stamping on napkin with StazOn ink.

It wouldn't be 4th of July without a box of Sparklers!

**Please use caution!!

I have a YouTube video, instructions, supply list and more photos over on the JustRite Inspiration Blog.

GIVEAWAY on the JUSTRITE INSPIRATION BLOG!!!

This week's Tutorial Tuesday Giveaway.  

For your chance to win leave a comment HERE or on Heidi's Video telling us if you have created a home decor piece or a holiday table setting using papercrafting supplies.  One lucky winner will win the two Americana stamp sets that Heidi used in this video and one 6 pc Spectrum Noir set of your choice.  We love reading your comments and getting to know our readers.

Please be sure to visit all of the Designers in the link list below to see what they have created to share with you using the new CR-02081 Let Freedom Ring Clear Stamp Set, CL-02077 Shooting Star Stitched Background Cling Stamp and SVG-02081 Let Freedom Ring Digital Cut File Download for CR-02081.

JustRite Inspiration

Heidi Blankenship

Debbie Olson

Angela Barkhouse

Darsie Bruno

Eva Dobilas

Michele Kovack

Kristi Schurr

Margie Higuchi

Thanks so much for stopping by today and I hope you enjoy Tutorial Tuesday and the New June Release!

Hugs & Smiles,

Heidi

Supplies
Stamps:  JustRite® Papercraft CR-02081 Let Freedom Ring Clear Stamp Set, CL-02077 Shooting Star Stitched Background Cling Stamp
SVG Files:  JustRite® Papercraft SVG-02081 Let Freedom Ring Digital Cut File Download for CR-02081 (Used Offset File for projects)
Inks:  Imagine Crafts/Tsukineko Memento Espresso Truffle, Lady Bug, Nautical Blue, StazOn Ink Black Cherry, Ranger Antique Linen Distress Ink
Markers:  Spectrum Noir CR8,EB1, EB2, TB9, EB7
Accessories:  Burlap, Hemp Cord, Rustic Barn Wood Frame, Red Metal Bucket, Red Foil Stars Balloon Weight, White Roses, Silver Wire, Sparklers, Mason Jar, Plate, Napkin, Plastic Tableware, Ring Pop, Hot Glue