Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Circa 1934 Blog Hop and Tutorial

The SRM Stickers Crew is featuring Cosmo Cricket's Circa 1934 Collection today. This paper collection is perhaps my favorite of the Cosmo Cricket lines. The color combo is something I use often: red, black, aqua and a hint of straw.

If you're coming from Tobi Crawford, then you're on the right spot. If not, check out the SRM Stickers blog for a list of participants, including the info for today's prize giveaways: Cosmo Cricket Circa 1934 Crafting Kit and SRM Stickers Prize Package!

I made a family photo ornament for today's hop. This would make a great gift, esp for the grandparents. I used the SRM Sticker Sentiments Happy Holidays and A Year of Memories 2010 for my project.

Cosmo Cricket Circa 1934 Ornament
I shared a similar ornament a week ago and I promised to give you a tutorial, so here it is:

Supplies used:
  • Cosmo Cricket Circa 1934 paper collection
  • SRM Stickers Sentiments Happy Holidays and A Year of Memories 2010
  • Spellbinders Label 15, Circle Large, Heirloom Ornament Dies
  • GinaK Designs Heirloom Ornament stamps
  • Thick cardstock
  • Fibers: cream ribbon and red baker's twine
  • Accents: buttons and paper flowers
  • Tools: hole puncher and ScorPal, Scortape
Step 1: Die cut the following:
  • 1 of the largest Labels 15 dies from cardstock and another from patterned paper
  • 2 of the 2nd largest Labels 15 from cardstock and one from patterned paper
  • stamp ornament four times, then die cut
  • four of the smallest ornament die from patterned paper
Step 2: Score middle of the ornament die cuts, then fold. Glue sides together to make a 3-D ornament.

Step 3: Adhere patterned papers to corresponding die cut cardstocks. Layer the smaller label frames using foam tape. Punch holes on the frames and 3D ornaments as shown above. Adhere "merry christmas" sticker to cardstock, then adhere to label frame using foam tape in the middle and Scortape on the sides as shown above.

Step 4: String twine and make a knot through hole on the ornaments and ribbon on top of the ornament.

Step 5: Tie a knot to attach hanging ornaments as shown above.

Step 6: Thread twine through button and wrap around twine attached to the ornament as shown above. Tie into a bow. For better placement, adhere stringed button with a glue dot.

Cosmo Cricket Circa 1934 Ornament Detail

Step 7: Repeat Step 6 for the second ornament. Adhere paper flower and stringed button with ScorTape.

I hope you found that helpful. Now your next stop is the very talented Kathy Racoosin.

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54 comments:

  1. Gorgeous! And an even more GORGEOUS family!

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  2. Beautiful photo ornament, Nina! Thanks for the great tutorial on how you made it!

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  3. HI Nina, You are a tough act to follow ! !I LOVE your ornament...genius and thanks for the tutorial. Love your new stamps too..Is there anything that you can't do??HUgs,Kathy

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  4. Very beautiful and great instructions.

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  5. Oh my goodness! I'm not sure what's cuter...the ornament or that family photo! Sooooooo darling!

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  6. beautiful ornament and thanks for the tutorial.

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  7. Just love this and thanks for the tutorial!!!

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  8. SOOOOOOO creative, Nina! Love this photo ornament! It has every lovely element!--precious photo, details, colors, movement...YUM! Thanks for dropping by my blog! xo

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  9. Hi Nina, wow what a great idea for an ornament!! Really love this!! Greetz, Frea

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  10. Great ornament Nina!! Love the paper and the stamps!!

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  11. Nina, love what you created. Stunning. Neat idea too. TFS!

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  12. OH MY, NINA! This is gorgeous!! I love it!! I think i need that ornament die! ;)

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  13. thank you for the tutorial too-some of us are challenged! Awesome project!!!!!

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  14. Nina, this is absolutely STUNNING . . .

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  15. this is the cutest thing, nina! love the family pic, too!

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  16. Oooooo this is AMAZING!!! I want one! :) Just so adorable and beautiful all at the same time!

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  17. Gorgeous...wow, this is an amazing ornament! thanks for the tutorial and your wonderful inspiration!!
    blessings!

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  18. Absolutely beautiful Nina! And what an amazing tutorial!
    I just love the photo you used. So fun :)

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  19. This ornament project is so beautiful! Keep up the good work.

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  20. Great idea for an ornament. Love the family pic. Thanks for a chance to win this fab kit.

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  21. Fabulous ornament! Thanks for the tutorial too. Love the color combo.
    DeniseB

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  22. Stunning and that goes for the family also! This is beautiful! Thank you for sharing!

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  23. Great tutorial and beautiful project! what a wonderful way to showcase the family!

    Great Job!
    Hugs,
    Sandra P

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  24. Thank you for sharing how you made that gorgeous ornament! These papers are making me swoon and all of your beautiful projects are not helping! hehe..

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  25. This is spectacular! Thank you for the tutorial too!

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  26. What a gorgeous ornament! I love it!

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  27. Such a wonderfully creative and beautiful ornament!

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  28. this ornament is so beautiful and meaningful! thank you for the tutorial and inspiration! You are one amazing crafter!

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  29. Beautiful Christmas ornament, and thanks for the tutorial!

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  30. Such a beautiful keepsake for your Christmas tree! Thanks for the tutorial - very inspiring!

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  31. WOW, I never would have thought of putting a photo in the hole. Great job.

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  32. Fabulous ornament and tutorial! LOVE it!!
    I recognize that family photo from your visit here! Ah, brings back such sweet memories!

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  33. BEAUTIFUL! I am jumping along on this "Hop", but I'll be back to take notes on your great tutorial on making this sweet ornament! Thanks!

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  34. I love a handmade ornament and this one with Cosmo and SRM is just gorgeous! Thanks! cjdempsey9 at msn dot com

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  35. Such a beautiful family! Congratulations on everything! Love your work!

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  36. Gorgeous ornaments. Love them!
    http://pammejo-scrapbookflair.blogspot.com/

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  37. Beautiful ornament and great tutorial!

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  38. i think i made one ...great!!!

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  39. fabulous project, so so pretty! love it! thanks for the tutorial!

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  40. Nina-
    This is AMAZING and such a fantastic idea!!! Thank you so much for the inspiration and the tutorial.

    Calypso

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