Sunday, November 6, 2011

Welcome Gypsies to the Handmade Holidays Blog Hop!!!


Calling all crafters! We’ve gathered designers from some of our favorite manufacturers to show you ways to create something from the heart this holiday season. This 3 day Hop includes over 60 stops with inspiration brimming from every corner. Explore all thoughtful and frugal handmade gifts you could make for the holidays, all in one place on this Hop!
To sweeten to Hop, we’re offering a gift for you! How does one of the 6x6 Bundles from EACH of Authentique Paper's current 7 collections sound?
For every comment you leave on the blogs in the Hop, you'’ll be entered to win a prize pack from one of the participating manufacturer sponsors (including the fabulous prize pack from Authentique Paper)!
Visit the list of blogs below and leave a comment on each by Nov 7, 2011 at 11:59 PM {PST}. Each day we will be sharing a brand new list of blogs with brand new projects for you to explore, be inspired by, and create from! 
You've probably just visited the amazing Karen Clark. Be sure to visit the blogs of some more design team members from all over the industry. What a privilege to see my name on this list of fabulous artists!

Clearsnap
Spellbinders
Hampton Art
Zutter
Graphic45
Donna Salazar Designs
The Twinery
Authentique Paper
Glue Arts
Sabrina Alery – Clearsnap
Laura Denison – Graphic 45
Karen Taylor – Donna Salazar Designs
Beverly Sizemore – Hampton Art
Kazan Clark – Spellbinders
Janeen Shember – Authentique Paper
Charlotte Jenkins – Clearsnap
Grace Hester – The Twinery
Nicole Eccles – Graphic45
Audrey Pettit – Donna Salazar Designs
Nan Paturzo – Zutter
Jeannie DeGruccio – Authentique Paper
Tamara Tripodi – Glue Arts
Cheers to creating gifts from the heart this holiday season!
Happy Hopping and now for my handmade holiday madness! 

Part 1 - the great frame-up!
We're starting with a simple pine frame from the local craft supply store, Authentique Paper's "Gathering" collection, and some Glue n Seal.
First I cut the paper into thin strips - less than 1/4" is best. Starting in the top corner, I applied a thin layer of Glue n Seal to a small section, and place strips in random order, side by side. I left the edges hanging over both sides of the frame.
After allowing a little dry time for the front, I applied Glue n Seal to the sides, wrapped the strips and trimmed to fit.
 
Keep going until the entire frame is covered. Go for randomness, don't try to create a repeating pattern. The charm is in the spontaneity.
Part 2 - And now it's time for flowers
I started by hand cutting 5 circles, each about 2". It's easiest if you cut 2" squares with a trimmer, then hand cut the circles from them.
Next, I misted 4 circles and crumpled them into balls. Then I pulled them open and folded them each in half, and in half again. Then I scrunched and shaped each piece into a flower bud shape.
Finally, I glued the 4 flower bud shapes onto that fifth circle, scrunching and shaping to achieve a carnation-style flower. I also made additional buds by misting, scrunching and folding circles, but not gluing them into a flower form.
Part 3 - time to get it all together!
I like edginess. So I used a Ranger Ink Acrylic Paint Dabber and dabbed Espresso around the inside and outside edges of the frame. Then I hot glue gunned the flower and buds onto the frame. 
And finally I added some special touches. Prima's "Say it in crystals", trinkets from Maya Road, Authentique "Elements" and some felt leaves from my special drawer combined quite nicely, giving the frame the look of a page layout.
Thank you for stopping by the gypsy caravan. I hope you join the caravan and become a gypsy yourself! Make sure you keep hopping along to get more inspiration for a handmade holidays!

Materials:
Authentique Paper "Gathering" collection papers and elements
Pine frame from Michael's craft store
Adirondack Acrylic Paint Dabber in "Espresso"
Glue n Seal
Prima "Say It In Crystals"
Maya Road lace doilies and cameo roses

And if you're just joining the hop today, take a look at what's been going on all weekend!
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190 comments:

  1. Jennifer PriestNovember 6, 2011 at 12:37 AM

    wow--such an amazing frame! TFS!

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  2. Leslie KileyNovember 6, 2011 at 12:57 AM

    Such a great frame!This blog hop is so much fun! Love all the inspiration and great projects I am seeing!

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  3. AnonymousNovember 6, 2011 at 1:01 AM

    This has been a very creative hop. I enjoy these types of project filled hops. Thank you so much for sharing. G45 & Clearsnap sent me. Good luck everyone.

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  4. Dawn B.November 6, 2011 at 1:06 AM

    This frame is stunning!! Love it! Shafts hop jt has been!

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  5. MelissaNovember 6, 2011 at 1:08 AM

    Great frame! Love all the inking!!

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  6. LyneenNovember 6, 2011 at 1:26 AM

    LOVE YOUR FRAME... so much detail... I keep looking and see more and more... really like your flower!!! THANKS FOR SHARING... Great HOP!

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  7. LarisaNovember 6, 2011 at 1:58 AM

    What a great job did you do!!!! Gorgeous frame with beautiful flowers!!! Love . Larisa

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  8. Anita WellsNovember 6, 2011 at 2:17 AM

    What a coincidence, I have just found a frame and was wondering what to do with it. Thanks for the fabulous idea, you are an inspiration. x

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  9. MarilizeNovember 6, 2011 at 2:25 AM

    Such a great gift idea and a clever way to use up all those strips of unused papers. TFS :)

    Loving this hop and all the inspiration along the way.

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  10. Kelly MassmanNovember 6, 2011 at 2:48 AM

    This has been such a FABULOUS hop! Thanks for the tutorial today-your frame is so pretty!!!!! and for the chance to win! kmassmanATgmailDOTcom

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  11. UnknownNovember 6, 2011 at 2:55 AM

    Georgeous frame. Love the colors of the paper. Thanks for sharing.

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  12. paperpapierNovember 6, 2011 at 3:10 AM

    love the frame especially the handmade paper flower decorating it!

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  13. Jan HenningsNovember 6, 2011 at 3:58 AM

    so cute and a great gift idea~ :) Lovin' this fun Handmade Holiday Blog Hop!

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  14. AnonymousNovember 6, 2011 at 4:14 AM

    Thanks for the fun inspiration, Mary Werner

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  15. LyndaKayNovember 6, 2011 at 4:20 AM

    Beautiful frame...great directions.

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  16. Chris DringNovember 6, 2011 at 4:58 AM

    Love this frame! Thanks for sharing!
    cdring@comcast.net

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  17. newbieNovember 6, 2011 at 5:04 AM

    wow this is such a great idea, I am going to use the same technique for a brag book that I'm making, thanks for the inspiration

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  18. DeloNovember 6, 2011 at 5:16 AM

    Love this picture frame, what a great gift idea for the teens on your list. Going to have to make a trip to the craft store for some frames. I love the flowers on this, I can think of lots of uses for these.

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  19. Sharon Field / Inky A*Muse-mentNovember 6, 2011 at 5:23 AM

    Wow, what a great project for paper scraps as well as coordinated paper packs! Love the idea, thanks for sharing, love the flowers too! Thanks for the chance to win!

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  20. Cassie_luNovember 6, 2011 at 5:46 AM

    love how you used strips to create the base of the frame

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  21. JennieNovember 6, 2011 at 5:47 AM

    Love this frame with the strips of dp!!

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  22. BasiljenNovember 6, 2011 at 5:47 AM

    Lovely project - thanks for sharing!

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  23. UnknownNovember 6, 2011 at 5:49 AM

    Thanks for the tutorial love to find new ways to alter everyday things. TFS
    Debbie
    debbie_craine at hot mail dot com
    http://craftywizard.blogspot.com

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  24. Jeannette aka JnettNovember 6, 2011 at 5:50 AM

    Pretty frame, you did a nice job.

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  25. RobinNovember 6, 2011 at 5:52 AM

    Thanks for sharing. I have lots of pictures of grand daughter, know I can decorate frames to match photos.

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  26. laineyNovember 6, 2011 at 6:00 AM

    Great frame! This has been such a fun blog hop!

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  27. JPScrapsNovember 6, 2011 at 6:11 AM

    Gorgeous frame! So many wonderful details.

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  28. AnitaNovember 6, 2011 at 6:18 AM

    Thank you for the inspiration! Loved it!!!

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  29. bethann dNovember 6, 2011 at 6:19 AM

    colorful. lively and unique

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  30. KellyGNovember 6, 2011 at 6:21 AM

    Very cool, love that frame!

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  31. KathyNovember 6, 2011 at 6:33 AM

    Great hop. Love the frame!

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  32. LorisNovember 6, 2011 at 6:36 AM

    Fun project. Thanks for the flower instructions. Another good one Janeen.

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  33. AnonymousNovember 6, 2011 at 6:47 AM

    Beautiful frame. I love how it came together. Thanks for the tips and for sharing your talent with us.

    kim
    k1i2m3@cox.net

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  34. Maryann LaursenNovember 6, 2011 at 6:48 AM

    What a great hop here and so many awesome ideas, and so is your frame, I really love this one a lot. Thanks soo much for sharing your wonderful work with us here. Can´t wait to try this out soon.

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  35. debbNovember 6, 2011 at 6:51 AM

    love this frame!

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  36. Sunny Skye CreationsNovember 6, 2011 at 6:55 AM

    Such a fun idea covering the frame with strips of paper! Love it, Super Cute!!

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  37. JanetNovember 6, 2011 at 6:58 AM

    This is just lovely!

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  38. tootwo222November 6, 2011 at 7:05 AM

    Great Frame for xmas pictures

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  39. LaurieNovember 6, 2011 at 7:06 AM

    Wow! Awesome frame!

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  40. UnknownNovember 6, 2011 at 7:11 AM

    Very, very pretty! What a great gift idea!

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  41. SuepupNovember 6, 2011 at 7:14 AM

    Super awesome frame! Love the colors!

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  42. tallulah1November 6, 2011 at 7:17 AM

    Awesome frame. Love the strip idea - a great way to use some of those scraps and end up with an unique gift! This is going on my to-do list. I have to try those flowers as well! Thanks so much for sharing!

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  43. Cindy :)November 6, 2011 at 7:18 AM

    wow love your frame, and oh my goodness I would absolutely love to win these papers, they are so gorgeous each of them and if I was shopping I wouldn't be able to choose just one or two, I would have to have the set....I'm a "sets" kinda girl, ahhhh that explains why I'm broke! ty so much for the chance to win

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  44. AnonymousNovember 6, 2011 at 7:24 AM

    I love the paper lines. Pick a page and it will match with the paper color and pattern you are working on. Like the idea that you can make a frame to your colors and patterns of your home or the picture. Thank You. Margaret Ann

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  45. MargeNovember 6, 2011 at 7:25 AM

    Amazing project and it would be such a treasured gift to give!!! TFS your process!!!

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  46. AnonymousNovember 6, 2011 at 7:31 AM

    Love this hop. Your frame is awesome...love the handmade flowers - great detail! TFS :)

    Shari
    slaw.3@hotmail.com

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  47. ChrissyNovember 6, 2011 at 7:35 AM

    Wow! I love the rich colors and those flowers are awesome! Gorgeous frame!!

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  48. BethNovember 6, 2011 at 7:38 AM

    This is an amazing project. The strips on the frame are so different and the embelishments are perfect.

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  49. Marcia Dehn-NixNovember 6, 2011 at 7:40 AM

    Beautiful frame!

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  50. handmade_cassNovember 6, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    This reminds me of a crazy quilt. So beautiful and unique. I will absolutely be making some of these for gifts.

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  51. PeggyNovember 6, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    What an amazing project!! Love the papers you used on the frame and I learned a couple of new techniques. TFS!

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  52. Lisa PNovember 6, 2011 at 7:50 AM

    I love the strips of paper and how awesome the frame looks with them. Your flowers are beautiful and I am looking forward to trying some myself.

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  53. MommyManderzNovember 6, 2011 at 7:57 AM

    wonderful tutorial! i love how you made those flowers! i just adore gathering!! tfs!

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  54. Rhonda MillerNovember 6, 2011 at 8:04 AM

    Oh, I love how you made the frame. TFS.

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  55. MissScrapAlotNovember 6, 2011 at 8:10 AM

    This project ROCKS!!! LOVE IT!!
    wyme98@yahoo.com

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  56. Christina CollinsNovember 6, 2011 at 8:31 AM

    This is so cute and would make such a great gift! I especially love the little sentiments that are sticking off of the side. :) Thank you for sharing this wonderful project!

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  57. CarolNovember 6, 2011 at 8:38 AM

    Thanks for the wonderful gift idea. Just found a box of old frames. I think this is a must try project.

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  58. stickNovember 6, 2011 at 8:48 AM

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  59. stickNovember 6, 2011 at 8:48 AM

    Awesome, and what a great way to use up scraps!

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  60. DawnllNovember 6, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    Fun idea with this frame-great colors and details.
    Thanks for sharing

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  61. AnonymousNovember 6, 2011 at 9:01 AM

    This is a fabulous frame . Thank you for sharing . France

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  62. Lisa R.November 6, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    love the flowers you created!!!

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  63. bevybNovember 6, 2011 at 9:09 AM

    What a great way to use all those strips of paper I have. Love it...thanks for sharing

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  64. NoreenNovember 6, 2011 at 9:12 AM

    A great way to use your favorite paper scraps! I like the interesting way you made the flower.

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  65. Mary MatthysNovember 6, 2011 at 9:16 AM

    So many fun ideas on this blog hop! Thanks!

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  66. JennyNovember 6, 2011 at 9:23 AM

    Wow, very pretty, I love that paper!

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  67. TanyaNovember 6, 2011 at 9:29 AM

    wow, this is gorgeous! And that paper is just beautiful!

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  68. rushNovember 6, 2011 at 9:33 AM

    nice project. love the flower. thank you for sharing.

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  69. Auntie EmNovember 6, 2011 at 9:39 AM

    Your frame is gorgeous and your instructions are great and easy to follow. The most difficult part for me would be actually cutting those pretty papers up. Love the designs but they work well together and the flowers are sweet.
    Thanks for sharing! :)

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  70. BastNovember 6, 2011 at 9:40 AM

    Love the frame. The colors are great. Thanx for sharing and for the tutorial!

    KimMJ
    bast830@comcast.net

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  71. Lillian ChildNovember 6, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    Simply adore your "holiday madness" project! Thanks for sharing!

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  72. CraftyJoNovember 6, 2011 at 9:55 AM

    Beautiful frame, looks like it should take ages to make but well worth the effort!

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  73. Eileen DoaneNovember 6, 2011 at 9:57 AM

    I love this frame what talent you have!!!

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  74. littlenNovember 6, 2011 at 10:05 AM

    very nice frames. thanks for the instructions.
    littlen44 at gmail dot com

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  75. Linh C.November 6, 2011 at 10:12 AM

    Great frame! Very pretty!

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  76. MaggieNovember 6, 2011 at 10:23 AM

    beautiful flame! Great idea!

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  77. DenisePNovember 6, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    This is awesome! But that's probably not that difficult to do because Gathering is to die for! Thanks for the project and making me drool over that fantastic line! Thanks for the chance to win!

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  78. Crafting With FriendsNovember 6, 2011 at 10:29 AM

    I LOVE this frame!!!! I love the paper!!! What a great project idea!!!

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  79. Jeannie from PolkaCabana.wordpress.comNovember 6, 2011 at 10:32 AM

    Wonderful frame! Love those flowers soo much!

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  80. Maggy_TroncheNovember 6, 2011 at 10:44 AM

    So cute frame! Thabks a lot for the inspiration! Hugs.. Maggy :)

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  81. Miriam PrantnerNovember 6, 2011 at 10:47 AM

    Love the frame and how you used all the strips. Really looks great!

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  82. GinnyNovember 6, 2011 at 10:52 AM

    beautiful frame. Love this blog hop. It is the greatest. Thank you!

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  83. AnonymousNovember 6, 2011 at 10:55 AM

    Beautiful frame, thanks for the tutorial and sharing it.

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  84. cindyNovember 6, 2011 at 11:18 AM

    Amazing.

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  85. CarlaNovember 6, 2011 at 11:23 AM

    I love the frame... The colors you used are awesome. Thanks so much for sharing.


    http://racincrafts.blogspot.com/ or
    racincrafts at aim dot com

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  86. Becky DunhamNovember 6, 2011 at 11:28 AM

    Oh my goodness Janeen - this is absolutely breathtaking! Every time I see one of these frames dressed up, I kick myself for not buying a bunch of them :) I swear I am going to Michaels as soon as this hop is over! Thanks so much for sharing this beautiful project!

    rebeccadunham at hotmail dot com

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  87. FleursbydesignNovember 6, 2011 at 11:29 AM

    Beautiful frame love the colors and the flowers :)

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  88. RoxieNovember 6, 2011 at 11:31 AM

    Wow, what a great frame. Very pretty.

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  89. UnknownNovember 6, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    Stunning altered frame. Those flowers are beautiful, and the papers are stunning,,,

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  90. SheilaNovember 6, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    I've got some of the wood frames liked you used, so now I have an idea of how to decorate it. Thank you!

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  91. Peggy SNovember 6, 2011 at 11:52 AM

    Wonderful tutorial. Thanks for creating such a beautiful frame!

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  92. slbt17November 6, 2011 at 12:04 PM

    love the flower - lovely frame - wonderful paper!
    Sandra ltb

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  93. KarenladdNovember 6, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    This is so beautiful and I love the unique colors and patterns!

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  94. jazy1mNovember 6, 2011 at 12:51 PM

    Awesome project. Thanks for sharing.

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  95. StevenNovember 6, 2011 at 12:56 PM

    such a fun way to get new ideas and discover new products

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  96. Karen DieboltNovember 6, 2011 at 12:56 PM

    Nice work.

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  97. AnonymousNovember 6, 2011 at 12:59 PM

    Love the colors and papers you used. Thanks for the tips on how to make the flowers.

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  98. AnonymousNovember 6, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    It's all about the bling...fantastic frame

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  99. KristenNovember 6, 2011 at 1:14 PM

    I need to try that glue seal stuff!
    Thanks for the chance to win!
    xx
    Kristina
    www.pearlgateway.com

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  100. StacyCNovember 6, 2011 at 1:16 PM

    Love the frame.... Great job!!

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  101. PeggyNovember 6, 2011 at 1:21 PM

    Great project.
    Peggy Allen

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  102. TrishaNovember 6, 2011 at 1:24 PM

    Love, love, love your fabulous frame. Stunning. Thanks for the great inspiration. patnbobcuddy at gmail dot com

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  103. meemee48November 6, 2011 at 1:28 PM

    The frame has such a retro look! I love all of these papers.

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  104. Clare GNovember 6, 2011 at 1:30 PM

    Great frame, I love how you used the paper strips! Thanks for sharing it!

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  105. Stephanie UNovember 6, 2011 at 1:37 PM

    Love the strip idea!

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  106. Chris - Creations in BloomNovember 6, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    What a great frame! Thanks for the tutorial too. I might be able to try this. : ) Thanks for sharing.

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  107. Kim HNovember 6, 2011 at 1:53 PM

    Great frame, love that you added the tutorial for the flowers. wonderful way to use little bits of papers you have in your scraps box. thank you for sharing.

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  108. DebbieNovember 6, 2011 at 2:00 PM

    this is a beautiful altered frame thanks for everything this has been such a wonderful 3 days i am thoroughly enjoying all the ideas, inspiration and tips

    upnurse at aol dot com

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  109. JanetintheJawNovember 6, 2011 at 2:06 PM

    Great frame... TFS!

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  110. Y.CNovember 6, 2011 at 2:10 PM

    I love all the detail you used on the frame! I would have never thought of that.

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  111. AnonymousNovember 6, 2011 at 2:14 PM

    Very cool frame. Thanks for the inspiration.

    Barb A
    stlbarb52@gmail.com

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  112. LageneNovember 6, 2011 at 2:20 PM

    Great frame & I Love your flowers!

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  113. KimNovember 6, 2011 at 2:32 PM

    Learning so much from this blog hop. As someone who has so many photos (all in the family have the bug), a homemade frame would be a good gift and thank you for the directions. I am also glad to now know how to make flowers!

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  114. MistyNovember 6, 2011 at 2:34 PM

    Janeen, this frame is so gorgeous!!! Thanks.

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  115. VictoriaNovember 6, 2011 at 2:41 PM

    I love this frame - so beautiful! Btw your copyright message made me laugh a lot!!!

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  116. Sunshine115November 6, 2011 at 2:58 PM

    great frame and instructions. Thanks!

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  117. Anita BraddockNovember 6, 2011 at 3:01 PM

    wow what a Beautiful frame love the papers you choes and how you arranged them the flowers and the Bling give that pop factor great job. thanks for sharing and for the chance to win,
    abbraddock@msn.com

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  118. FleasbenzNovember 6, 2011 at 3:02 PM

    Awesome frame. Looks easy to make yet so elegant

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  119. Michelle KingNovember 6, 2011 at 3:10 PM

    I have made frames before, but this is so much nicer than what I have made...thanks!

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  120. glendaNovember 6, 2011 at 3:10 PM

    Love the frame, I love creative projects like this one. Luvin the blog hop!!!

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  121. UnknownNovember 6, 2011 at 3:35 PM

    What a cool frame! I love the edginess...I am so in love with Authentique papers :)

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  122. tluizNovember 6, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    Great frame. Flowers look great but simple. TFS I LOVE the Christmas papers in that stack that is pictured!!!

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  123. SharkaNovember 6, 2011 at 3:54 PM

    Great frame and tutorial; thanks for sharing! I think this is a project when you're not in a hurry and stressed, lol! Patience for gluing down each strip :)

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  124. TheresaNovember 6, 2011 at 3:55 PM

    Your frame is awesome! Love all the different papers done in strips like that!

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  125. StaciNovember 6, 2011 at 4:04 PM

    Fantastic frame!

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  126. UnknownNovember 6, 2011 at 4:11 PM

    I just purchased some of these frames to play with, great tutorial, love it & the 3-D items on it.

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  127. UnknownNovember 6, 2011 at 4:12 PM

    Love the tutorial! Thanks for the inspiration!

    davearmie at comcast dot net

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  128. Johnna MooreNovember 6, 2011 at 4:16 PM

    Just hopping through on the Holiday Hop, love your creations!

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  129. LizscrapsNovember 6, 2011 at 4:21 PM

    great shabby chic style frame. the papers are lovely and the flower tutorial inventive for sure.
    thanks for sharing.

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  130. Colleen's Crafty ConstructionsNovember 6, 2011 at 4:24 PM

    Very Cute. Love the flowers.

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  131. disneylisaNovember 6, 2011 at 4:27 PM

    Great effect.

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  132. Denise BryantNovember 6, 2011 at 4:29 PM

    Cool frame! Love the flowers!
    DeniseB

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  133. GwynnNovember 6, 2011 at 4:38 PM

    What a neat idea! I love how you used the mini strips and interwove them! Just a beautiful frame!

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  134. carriepNovember 6, 2011 at 4:46 PM

    love these embellished frames, beautiful~

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  135. debNovember 6, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    Very pretty. TFS

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  136. Janet LindstromNovember 6, 2011 at 4:52 PM

    Awesome frame, love the strips of papers and those flowers!

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  137. VailNovember 6, 2011 at 5:00 PM

    Beautiful frame, love all the detail.

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  138. Pat GNovember 6, 2011 at 5:26 PM

    Love the frame and the details for making it are fantastic.

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  139. fairkatNovember 6, 2011 at 5:31 PM

    Lots of work, great result. love the flowers. Thanks for sharing!

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  140. mamawcindyNovember 6, 2011 at 5:38 PM

    Love this! I have some frames that I want to decorate! Thanks for Sharing this! :0)

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  141. SharPharMadeNovember 6, 2011 at 5:42 PM

    Great idea for decorating a frame! Thank you for sharing! Great Hop of inspirational ideas! http://www.bearheartbottomsetc.biz/ #Bear Luv and Bear Hugz!

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  142. PennyNovember 6, 2011 at 5:53 PM

    I love that look. TFS and a great blog hop.

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  143. BethWNovember 6, 2011 at 6:42 PM

    I have so many frames I need to alter and I really like this technique.What a great way to use up some of those scraps we all have lying around. Thank you so much for sharing this with us!

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  144. Cindy LouNovember 6, 2011 at 6:47 PM

    This is the best altered frame I have seen in a while! It is fantastic, I love it! Thanks for sharing your time, technique and inspiration.

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  145. Cheryl W.November 6, 2011 at 6:53 PM

    What a fun, colorful frame! Thanks for all the step by step photos- they really help to clearly explain the process. Love those flowers, too. Can't wait to try them.

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  146. MarlaNovember 6, 2011 at 7:09 PM

    What a great project. I love altering frames. You did a great job!

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  147. Stacy SNovember 6, 2011 at 7:10 PM

    ooh, can't wait to try this one. I saw a frame similar to this a while back that I wanted to try but it used ribbons. Yours looks so much nicer with all the embellishments added to it! Great job!

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  148. DebNovember 6, 2011 at 7:26 PM

    Cute projects!

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  149. Raquel DavisNovember 6, 2011 at 7:35 PM

    I love making frames but I've never thought of using strips. Super cute. I'm trying it soon!

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  150. Barb TurpinNovember 6, 2011 at 7:36 PM

    Love the strips! Beautiful frame...

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  151. MollyNovember 6, 2011 at 7:43 PM

    Great idea! Thanks for the tips!

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  152. ArlenNovember 6, 2011 at 7:52 PM

    Great frame! Another idea to try! TFS!

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  153. Susie Bentz: My Time to PlayNovember 6, 2011 at 8:00 PM

    I have a bunch of paper strip scraps I can use for a project like this - thanks!

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  154. SharonNovember 6, 2011 at 8:30 PM

    What a great frame!!! Thanks for sharing.

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  155. JenNovember 6, 2011 at 8:31 PM

    I love how you made the flower. Will be adding this to my list of things learned on this hop.

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  156. Caity Sue TreadwellNovember 6, 2011 at 8:39 PM

    What a neat frame! I love it! Thanks for sharing!

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  157. TerriNovember 6, 2011 at 8:42 PM

    I love this blog hop so many ideas and tips

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  158. CherriNovember 6, 2011 at 9:09 PM

    Another beautiful project. Love this frame and the Authentic papers.

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  159. Paulette SNovember 6, 2011 at 9:16 PM

    Wow!

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  160. JeannieNovember 6, 2011 at 9:26 PM

    This is so fantastic - I just love it! TFS

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  161. Joyce PradoNovember 6, 2011 at 9:27 PM

    Great project idea.

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  162. CarisaNovember 6, 2011 at 10:00 PM

    wow, so lovely!

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  163. Larissa HeskettNovember 6, 2011 at 10:03 PM

    THANKS For sharing all of the AWESOME INSPIRATION this weekend on the Blog Hop!! I have LOVED it all!!
    THANKS for the chances to win and have a FABULOUS WEEK!! =)

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  164. MelitaNovember 6, 2011 at 10:11 PM

    just wonderful! this is a great hop!

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  165. Beatrice LawsonNovember 6, 2011 at 10:12 PM

    Loved this frame - thanks for the inspiration!

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  166. NeeseyNovember 6, 2011 at 10:31 PM

    Your frame is amazing. TFS

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  167. TaniaNovember 6, 2011 at 10:50 PM

    The colors you used for the frame are beautiful.

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  168. AnonymousNovember 6, 2011 at 10:59 PM

    Glue seal appears to have a smother look the MP. Can't wait to try it!

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  169. dsouza_flyNovember 6, 2011 at 11:28 PM

    Fun project....Absolutely loving the blog hop...Thanks for sharing.

    Misha

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  170. KOLOROWY ptakNovember 6, 2011 at 11:51 PM

    WOW!!! Another great practical idea, thanks!!!

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  171. JoanNovember 7, 2011 at 12:42 AM

    Love how this turned out! The flowers and the way you used all the strips of paper... fantastic!

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  172. CiacchinaNovember 7, 2011 at 1:08 AM

    bellissima cornice! i fiori sono deliziosi!

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  173. Judy W.November 7, 2011 at 5:44 AM

    Very creative! Love the frame and that beautiful paper!

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  174. MargieNovember 7, 2011 at 6:47 AM

    Beautiful!!I love this frame!

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  175. Sue DNovember 7, 2011 at 7:40 AM

    Very pretty frame!
    slrdowney at hotmail dot com

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  176. Cyndee K.November 7, 2011 at 8:11 AM

    LOVE Gathering! What a great idea!

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  177. kay mcbrideNovember 7, 2011 at 9:15 AM

    man i really like this frame, you realy did a great job. thanks for the tutorial.

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  178. rdickersonNovember 7, 2011 at 9:17 AM

    Love it! Thanks for sharing

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  179. UnknownNovember 7, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    Beautiful frame!

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  180. AnonymousNovember 7, 2011 at 12:45 PM

    WOW!!! The colors are wonderful!

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  181. TracyM #6773November 7, 2011 at 3:34 PM

    WOW - gorgeous frame and great tutorial :)

    Thank you for being part of the Homemade Holidays Blog Hop - I am loving all the crafty inspiration!!!

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  182. snowbearNovember 7, 2011 at 4:07 PM

    Great frame idea!!

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  183. lindaplus3November 7, 2011 at 7:33 PM

    very very pretty frame :) lindaplusthree at yahoo dot com

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  184. BashfulNovember 7, 2011 at 7:45 PM

    Nice Frame! Thanks!

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  185. MKGNovember 7, 2011 at 8:08 PM

    What a great project. Love how you used strips of paper.

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  186. Amy WilliamsNovember 7, 2011 at 8:45 PM

    Love your altered frame! Such a pretty idea - and a great tutorial too!

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  187. Becky PalmerNovember 7, 2011 at 8:47 PM

    what a great idea! Love it. :D

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  188. AnonymousNovember 7, 2011 at 11:16 PM

    this hop is fun! too many cool project ideas
    dilnazheckman @ hotmail . com

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  189. PendraNovember 8, 2011 at 12:58 AM

    Amazing frame... I peeked at some older posts, love your style!

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  190. LuanneNovember 8, 2011 at 7:00 AM

    very gorgeous frame! love the color, the flowers and other embellishments. Really fun to hop as I've seen many great projects from everyone. TFS!

    Luanne
    myfootahead@gmail dot com
    http://craftersreference.blogspot.com/

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