Sometimes the challenges I come up with for LESSology are really set for myself...to "force" myself to use items that I own but have neglected for a really long time. Like my musical notes stamp. Which was buried in a sea of other "oooh I have to have it" stamps. [Can you relate?*LOL*]
I started with a Kikki K box [let's not count how many planners I actually have..*winks*] and a sheet of Fancy Pants patterned paper. I cut the paper to size and ran it through my Xyron Creative Station before adhering it to my box cover. I did a little subtle stamping at the edges so that they blend in with the patterned paper design.
Then I decorated with my fave Maya Road embellishments at the bottom...
And also at the top. I recycled the plastic birthday token that came with the purchase of a cake.
Happy weekend friends!
Your post had me nodding in agreement. Yes, I have a three tier rolling cart of stuff I "had to have" and yet still remain in the cart of 'not used yet'. But I do eventually get to (mostly) everything and try to challenge myself to use items in new ways. That's why I love your blog because you show me so many beautiful possibilities. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI have a million of those stamps that haven't even had ink laid on them yet! LOL!! I loveeeeeeeeeeeeeee this! FABULOUS! I started my Lessology project last weekend, and hoping I will finish it this weekend! It's been tooooooooooo long since I played along with my old friends!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteSuch a gorgeous box! You have altered it so beautifully & totally agree with you on the stamps part. I have so many stamps which have not been inked for years. :P
ReplyDeleteSo lovely, Yvonne! I've been good at purging the things I've let pile up lately, thank goodness, and finding new homes for them! Lovely project! I hope you have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteMelissa
What an awesome altered box! Love the paper you used, and your music note stamping along the edges is such a great touch. Really pulls together the collage-style look you've got going. I love the bird and deer and all the fun embellies you added. I really love how you combine elements, my friend!
ReplyDeleteIt looks great! My stamps are fairly neglected as well.
ReplyDeletehappy dance! that stamp got out and got inky...have the same problem here! Love that you used that gold happy birthday! Hugs!
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous box!! The colors are beautiful!! I love the details you added!! It looks amazing!! Have a great day!! Big hugs :)
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