Hi everyone! I'm sorry for the sporadic posting lately....truthfully, I've had a rough little spell and am doing my best to pull myself up and out. We all have our moments, our ups and downs, joys and sorrows...some a little more difficult to deal with than others. It's Spring Break here and we're taking things nice and easy. Today I have a fun idea for you, minus the tutorial, but something you could very easily whip up on your own. As you've probably gathered by now, tutorials are a rarity for me as it seems I don't have the time to prepare them, but hopefully you'll be able to grasp what this little project embodies and create your own.
My mom and I are always sharing our crafting supplies. She often slips a few of her latest findings in the mail to me and I love to surprise her with a fat envelope full of treats once in a while as well. This project just makes the gift-giving part of a crafty care package even more fun. I've taken 3 A2 Kraft envelopes from Papertrey Ink and stitched them together across the bottom edge. I've lined each one with coordinating patterned paper using the A2 Envelope Liner from Papertrey Ink. This is such a fun die....a perfect way to dress up an ordinary envelope very simply.
I've stuffed each envelope with things I love such as: doilies, tea stained fabric, tea stained twill, buttons, trinket pins, die cuts, trims, handmade embellishments, etc.
Papertrey Ink glassine bags are the perfect place to tuck buttons, trinket pins, ribbons, etc.
Anyway, please let me know if you have any questions. I'll get back to you as quickly as I can. The label stickers, dies, and paper are from Pink Paislee. The pretty, tiny rosebud paper used on the last envelope is from GCD Studios.
I love the saying on this Mother's Day card....most definitely close to my heart. It is a Homespun Cotton Scrap from Crafty Secrets Family collection.
The die and stamps are from Pink Paislee, paper from Pink Paislee and Made by Janet, and Peach Blossom Cabbage Roses Ribbon from Memrie Mare.
The "Mom" stamp is from Papertrey Ink's Tiny Tags stamp set.
Lastly, another card for Mother's Day created with Papertrey Ink's Tags for Spring, Fancy Flourishes, and Little Bitty Bird stamp sets.
The resin heart and die cut ticket are from Melissa Frances.
Night.
Melis
Hope all is well again in your world...sending you lots of hugs and well wishes. And I love this project, perfect!
Posted by: Geny | April 19, 2011 at 08:08 PM
How awesome it would be for he to find this package in the mailbox!! It has fun and creativity written all over it! Love all the details!!
Hugs, Wendy
Posted by: Wendy ten Hove | April 20, 2011 at 12:15 AM
Gorgeous as usual Melis - your Mum will love to receive this and a great idea for us to follow. Take care of yourself - sending you lots of hugs. x
Posted by: margie davidson | April 20, 2011 at 12:18 AM
As usual, I just love your creations. I am always inspired when I visit your blog.
Posted by: rose c. | April 20, 2011 at 05:15 AM
Melissa, you are such a blessing to me with your wonderful art...and I bet your mom feels very fortunate to have such a sweet, thoughtful, and lovely daughter too! I hope you are feeling better soon!
Posted by: Lynda Marquez | April 20, 2011 at 10:38 AM
WOW - I just love those cards. thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Karen Duncan | April 20, 2011 at 11:09 AM
Sorry to hear you have hit a rough patch. Those aren't fun. Sending big hugs your way. I hope you enjoy Spring break and have a wonderful Easter.
Your Mom is lucky to be getting such a beautiful care package!
Posted by: Carole E. | April 20, 2011 at 02:52 PM
such a sweet package full with wonderful goodies! such a beautiful project!
Posted by: Alice W. | April 20, 2011 at 11:07 PM
It's not only the beauy of your creations but also the stories you are sharing with us. You must have a wonderful mother. ( And I think you're a wonderful mother for Sierra)
Breathtaking; it's always lovely to be here....
Posted by: Stella | April 22, 2011 at 12:17 PM
Melissa- I understand those rough patches, as it seems I've had my share lately also! Keep your chin up and cuddle with your little one as I know she brings you such joy and happiness! Those bumps in the road are no fun-but know your kind spirit and creative craftiness bring such joy to all! Thanks for being you and sharing with us!
Posted by: Heidi Gonzales | April 22, 2011 at 09:05 PM
Melissa: I am wondering if you can please help me identify the following papers: Happiness is Knowing You Mother card - white w/pink polka dots, and the Merci card - Aqua w/white polka dots. I greatly appreciate your help.
Karen
Posted by: Karen Letchworth | April 23, 2011 at 03:06 PM
I just stumbled onto your site and am going to try and make one of your cards today. I am new to stamping so it takes me a little while. As far as the rough times go, and I've been there, losing a daughter...there is a scripture in the Bible that goes like this...it came to pass. Hang in there and the sun will come out!
Posted by: Lorrie Smith | April 30, 2011 at 08:42 AM