Coupon for 50% any Martha Stewart item

I posted this on facebook too, but it may be easier to save and print from the blog for you...

Right click and choose SAVE or SAVE AS and then pick where it goes. I always choose my desktop and then delete it afterwards. 

and if you print out two, be sure to get me a new punch! I'm looking for a new border punch, LOL :) 

Happy shopping! 

Emily 

BIRD Vintage Inspired Party Picks

I recently had a coupon for Joann's so I purchased things I don't necessarily "need" but have been wanting to try.  Well, I used to make my little party picks or cupcake toppers with regular toothpicks, but I wanted to find something a little more sturdy so even if people were having little potted plants for centerpieces, for example, would be able to use these. There are quite a few different possibilities for these.

How I made them:

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I first punched 2 scalloped circles

I then hand aged the edges

I then stamped the bird on the one

I then glued the stick to one scalloped circle on all 12

I then glued the other side of the scalloped circle to all 12

I then punched holes on the top

and then I added the organdy ribbon

They measure 4 inches tall and 1 1/2 inches wide

They are created with flat picks

Hand aged on the edges and stamped birds in the center

Tied organdy ribbon on the tops

Hope everyone is having a wonderful friday! 

Emily

{Freebie} Friday Train Paper Piecing Pattern

T.G.I.F.

Well, it's Friday and I have another freebie for you. I have created a simple train paper piecing pattern. It's a great base and you will be able to add all your own wonderful details and personalization. On the door you can write a name or a date. Add some cotton to your page above the smoke stack for a wonderful 3 dimensional look. 

Train Paper Piecing Pattern

The bottom rectangle can be created to use multiple carts. Pop them off the page and use them to create little pockets to stick tags into :)   You can create an adorable two page layout with the carts going all the way along the bottom. 

Happy Friday 

(I am pretty sure I'll be back later with another freebie)

Emily