Tuesday, July 26, 2011

Cheap Chalboard Labels

                   


Chalkboard and Vinyl Labels With The Cricut 

I might be the only one still obsessed with anything chalkboard....if you're like me and still have not gotten around to making labels....good news! Here is a cheaper tutorial I found:



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Cutting vinyl with a Cricut is no new news.  But here is her secret: you do not have to buy expensive vinyl in order to make chalkboard labels {or any other vinyl project like this drink bucket}.  

DSC_0292  You can buy black contact paper.  And it works just the same.  And you get a whole roll of it for the same price as two pieces of vinyl. 
DSC_0284Cut it to size and tape it onto your cutting mat {so it stays in place}.  To use as a chalkboard, write on it (I recommend chalkboard pens}, and wipe off with a damp towel.  Easy peasy.  No more expensive vinyl!
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If you do not have a cricut machine....do not fear.

Things you’ll need:
Chalkboard paper
Shape to cut
Pencil
Craft Knife and cutting mat
Chalkboard pen




Things to do:
1. Decide on the shape you are looking for. You can cut tags, circles or flourishes. Trace the shape onto the chalkboard paper with the pencil or find an appropriate die for your needs.
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2. Cut the shape out carefully, being sure the edges are smooth.
3. Peel off and apply to your surface. This is a great way to label cups for a party, identify the contents of a bin or add some flare to a simple notebook.


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Here are a few more inspirations to help kick start your project








                                               CL. Chalkboard Labels (variety) - set of 18   


 



  

                                            

Friday, July 22, 2011

1500 Fan Celebration !!


I am proud to announce we are sponsoring Elle Dee Designs in her 1500 fan giveaway. WOW!!
The contest is going on now..enter to win our Vintage Egg Beaters Tea Towel and so many other fabulous prizes from many wonderful shops.  Contest ends Thursday July 28th...so hurry.
To enter our giveaway click HERE and add our shop to your favorites to be entered.
Click Here to enter all the other prizes


GOOD LUCK !!

Caroline

Tuesday, July 5, 2011

HAPPY 4TH OF JULY!!

How was your Independence Day? We had a quiet and very relaxing day.
Via




 
             Just wanted to share with you my new favorite thing....CAKE POPS original by Bakerella


 Here are two great tutorials with step by step instructions here:
little miss momma
my juice cup 
 
Supplies:
Devils Food cake mix {and ingredients listed on box}
1/2 package of chocolate frosting
White Chocolate Candy Melts {2 bags from Michael's}
Candy sticks {from Michael's}
Styrofoam
Gel Food Coloring {NOT liquid}
Foil
Vegetable Oil Spray
Shortening {large spoon full}
For full instructions click on one of the links above


Other supplies
- Candy melts for dipping and coating the cake pops
- Crock pots for keeping the chocolate melted
- Lollipop sticks
- Styrofoam blocks for each person to keep the cake pops upright
- Waxed paper to catch drips on the work surface
- Lollipop bags and twist ties for packaging
- Sprinkles and decorations in red, white and blue


 
What are cake pops made of you might ask?
Cake pops are made from baked cake and frosting all mashed together until you get a dense, shapable dough that can be formed on a stick and dipped in chocolate.  The variety of flavors are as limitless as your imagination. Mine were made of Cherry-Chip cake and a tub of vanilla frosting. Others did chocolate and chocolate, and others yet did all vanilla.  You can even make cake pops from well-ground cookies and cream cheese. Our group’s favorite was Oreos. A few girls used Nutter Butters. They all tasted scrumptious!
How to make cake pops
Some key steps:
- The ‘dough’ MUST be chilled or things will fall apart quickly.
- To hold the cake on the stick, dip it in chocolate before attaching the cake.
- Make space to refrigerate and chill your cake pops as you work with them.


Cup Cake Pops





Cake truffles 
Enjoy this free printable Here
 Caroline 



Sunday, April 24, 2011

Fellow Etsy Friends

Thank You !! Thank You!!


For such a warm WELCOME, I had know idea I would hear from so many lovely ladies. So here is my way of saying Thanks. Please visit them.

#1
                        She features Handmade dishtowels, tote bags, hair clips, t-shirts and more......





                                      Check out her shop and blog here bigcountry collection

#2

                        She features all kinds of fun Vintage supplies and collectibles and more.....



                                              Check out her shop here MamaMotherlode
#3
                              She features handmade handbags, purses, diaper bags and more.....




                                       Check out her shop hereDigiacomo Design





                                Caroline

Tuesday, April 19, 2011

Etsy Shop

I finally finished some of my projects I have been telling you about. Thank You, for waiting so patiently for me to get my shop up and running. I plan on adding new items each week, so keep checking back.

                              Here is a preview and a link to my shop. I would love your feedback.
                                                           MODERN VINTAGE MARKET







 

Caroline