WOW!
This project was quite the undertaking... I really enjoyed making it, but sheesh, it was a lot of work! I got my inspiration from Suzanne Surgi's blog, when I saw these blocks I immediately went out and bought supplies to make them. She got her inspiration from My Minds Eye's newsletter.
Make sure you start following both!
I wanted them to be different but still be tied together- hmmm, did that make sense?
I decided to use the paper from the Bo Bunny "Crazy Love" Collection. Since the canvas blocks are 4x4, I just bought the 6x6 paperpack and the sticker sheet.
I bought acrylic paint and painted the tops and sides of the blocks. Then while the second coat was wet, I put a heavy dusting of Martha Stewart's fine glitter on the top.
Then my creative juices started to flow to come up with each block.
I did try to do a cut from my Cricut/ Gypsy combo on every block. I mainly used the Sweethearts and Birthday Bash cartridges for the cuts.
This is my favorite one! I just love everything about it. The feathers add a lot of dimension and I love the way the flowers turned out when I spritzed them with "Iridescent Pearl Mist" from Maya Road. I cut the banner out using Birthday Bash and strung it with some baker's twine.
All of the glittery hearts are Recollections from Micheal's
and the great thing is that the 2 packages were inexpensive.
The silver heart charm is from the jewelry clearance section (bargain!). It is hard to tell how much dimension this one has. I used so many pop dots, it's just hard to tell in the picture.
Isn't the rhinestone heart gorgeous!?!? It's Martha Stewart. For the ribbon, I made individual loops and glued them individually to the canvas block, and then tied the knot and glued it- simple idea that I actually got from another one of Suzanne's creations.
I do really like this block, too! Aimee, my scrappin' buddy over at Scrappin' With the Princess, gave me the queen card. So I inked it with Tim Holtz distress ink, and- wow- what a difference! I recently got into stamping and Copics, so the 'love' is stamped and colored in my new Copics!
I LOVED these pink flowers! They are metal (cool), and made by Making Memories. Do you see the glitter on the top?? It is so pretty in person!
I really wish you could see the dimension on each block, but the pictures aren't doing them justice- bummer! I hope you enjoy this project, and Happy Valentine's Day!!!
I am going to display these in my living room and hopefully we can enjoy these for a few years.
Happy Scrappin' and Cricuting and Crafting!!!
--Ash
Your valentine canvas blocks are beautiful! love all the details. Suzanne's projects are amazing and so inspiring. Now I want to create some!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! TFS!
ReplyDeleteYour blocks are absolutely gorgeous!!! I love the paper you chose, and all the gorgeous details.
ReplyDeleteThe feathers, and the playing card are perfect! You really did a wonderful job of tying them all together!!! Fabulous job my friend!
Hugs
Also just a BIG thank you for the mention(; So sweet of you!!!
ReplyDeleteHugs
They turned out just gorgeous!!! Love them all, it's hard to pick a favorite. All your hard work paid off greatly! Thanks for the shout-out too :)
ReplyDeleteAimee
http://scrappingwiththeprincess.blogspot.com
Love the projects!!
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Karey
Love your blog, and as a result, I've awarded it the "Stylish Blog Award." Please stop by my blog @ www.cardmonkey-business.blogspot.com to claim your award. ♥ Kisses! ♥
ReplyDeleteEllen
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Beautiful project! I love the Queen of Hearts Block! I'm looking forward to participating in the Motions & Folds Blog Hop with you!
ReplyDeleteI'm a new follower!
http://www.mudpiereality.blogspot.com
wow, love them all!
ReplyDeleteand yup I think the first one is my fav
Love your projects!
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to doing the Motions & Folds hop with you:)
ExpressionsByElaine.blogspot.com
I love all of your projects
ReplyDeleteTeri
OMG, I love all of your cards that you created for this challenge, they are beautiful, just adorable. I am already a follower and look forward to seeing more of your projects along the way. TFS Dee:)
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WOW...these are t-riffic. TFS
ReplyDeletenana5604@gmail.com
Beautiful projects! I am passing on a blog award to you, just pick it up here - http://craftyfulgardens.blogspot.com/2011/02/liebster-award-3.html :)
ReplyDeleteJust found you from the Motions and Folds Hop. LOVE the Valentine Blocks!! Super stinkin' cute! Thanks for Sharing.
ReplyDeleteLife is beautiful,
Amy
smoochesstampin.blogspot.com
beautiful ashley! love the blocks :) love you!
ReplyDeleteWow - these are just absolutely beautiful!! I love every unique one of them! Thanks so much for stopping by my blog...I am now following you as well :)
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