Thursday, October 25, 2012

PTI October Blog Hop


How about a home decor project for the PTI October Blog Hop? A self-standing, antique frame came up from the basement and helped showcase the beautiful snowflakes that I'll never tire of.


This is inspired by the following color scheme:



Initially I was going to use the phrase "Let It Snow" but then I challenged myself to use something a little more interesting. "Silently the Snow Falls," is the title of a Christmas CD. Perfect! I love thinking about those silent, snowy winter nights. I popped the "the" on the edge for some extra dimension. The paper is hammered silver with some texture that you can't see here.


The centers are glittered with Martha Stewart glitter and double sided stickers. I hung the large snowflakes on the silver wire so I could maintain their straight position, but the smaller snowflakes I didn't care about as much so those are on invisible thread. It's a good combination, because the big ones stay put so you can always see them, but the smaller ones have some movement (like snow!)


The snow collected on the frame is made from layering some cardboard, a couple layers of batting, and some fantastic, vintage, fuzzy-edged, chevron fabric. Because of the batting it's got some soft dimension.


Keeping it real, here's a shot of the back. Scotch tape works pretty well!

Now, I'll put the evergreen branches back in the basement and return all the Halloween decorations to their normal positions : ) But come December I'll really look forward to getting this out again!

Thanks for looking!
-Kelly


Supplies used: 
dies:  PTI Snowflake, PTI upper case letters, PTI block lower case letters
other: Martha Stewart Snowflake Punch, Martha Stewart Glitter, Martha Stewart Double Sided Stickers, wire, invisible thread

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25 comments:

  1. As usual Kelly you amaze me, this project is stunning. A handmade heirloom for sure. This will be in your family forever. :)

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  2. Wow!!!! Kelly this is so beautiful! Such a wonderful idea and so pretty to look at. The snowflakes are each so beautiful! The material is perfect too!

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  3. Kelly, this is awesome!!! Love that frame and your clever saying, OH that fabric, you are so creative and the perfect colors!!! Great inspiration!!

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  4. GASP!!! Kelly this is brilliant. What a creative way to use this drop dead gorgeous frame. LOVE the fabric too....GREAT JOB ;)

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  5. Kelly - This is lovely will look great in your home all winter since it is not really Christmas. thanks for sharing your idea.

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  6. Wow! What a pretty display! You always think outside the box! Love your creativity!

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  7. I thought that was your inspiration photo - I went looking for the card! Wow this is so beautiful - you're so creative! I'm sure it looks so pretty, with those little snowflakes twinkling as they move!

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  8. What a great winter decor item. Beautiful job.

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  9. WOW!! This is Beautiful Kelly!!! Love it!

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  10. WOW! I am amazed! THis is stunning and so beautiful I want one!!!

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  11. Beautiful and very creative! I bet this would be beautiful with white lights on the greens after dark!

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  12. Great project. And thanks for the tutorial. The fabric snowy hill is a super idea. Good staging!

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  13. WOW! Beautiful home decor? Did you submit any projects to PC's call for home decors back then?

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  14. I LOVE that frame - great way to use it for the holidays!

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  15. Just GORGEOUS Kelly - LOVE your snowflakes :)

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  16. How wonderfully your frame showcases those beautiful snowflakes and the extraordinary fabric "snow." A true home decor winner, Kelly!!

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  17. How clever are you?! this is awesome!

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  18. This is such a great idea Kelly~a wonderful addition to your decorations!

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  19. Awesome project idea! Just beautiful :)

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  20. Absolutely stunning! Such a wonderful use of the vintage frame! And hanging the glittery snowflakes is just perfect!!!

    [Note to self: go antique shopping with Kelly! LOL]

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I absolutely love reading comments. Thanks so much for stopping by and taking the time to leave one! - Kelly