Club Scrap Succulents Blog Hop & Linky Party

Wednesday, February 22, 2017

Hello, Kraftie Friends!!!

Welcome to Club Scrap's February Blog Hop & Linky Party!
This month, we're featuring the gorgeous Succulents Collection!

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If you came from Club Scrap's Blog (Karen's Post), you're in the right place!
Your next stop is Kay's Blog!

I love plants and succulents are everywhere nowadays!
That's why I decided to make a Table Top Decoration piece this month...something Spring-y and the best part of it...I don't have to water it! =)


Start with a paper mache' letter "O" (or the number "0"). I chose a deep one, so it can stand on its own.
Paint it with brown paint and before it dries, rub a plastic bag on for a faux leather texture:


Trim the printed paper of choice to size and adhere it on the back of the "frame".
Use a die cutting machine (I used Cricut CTMH Flower Market Cartridge) to cut different succulents (if you don't have a machine, there are also metal dies or pre-cut pieces available). I used the light green paper from the Succulents Collection.
Watercolor the pieces in green and a little bit of purple.


I also cut "Springtime" and did a ombre' watercoloring in blue.
It was a lot of cutting! =)

Shape the pieces and assemble the succulents. I just shaped them on the palm of my hand:


Adhere the succulents on the printed paper and one on the frame.
I ran "Springtime" through my Xyron and adhered it on frame.
Finally, I die cut a butterfly and adhered it on the frame.


Challenges:
1. Love to Create #4: Anything Creative/Mixed Media Goes
2. UnstampBelles #65: AGoes
3. WordArtWed #271-#272: AGoes
4. Inspiration Destination #122: AGoes
5. Stampin'Royalty #363: Dies

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And have you seen Club Scrap's February Technique Challenge - Fancy Folds?

I made an easy flip card, using a Cricut CTMH Cartridge:


I used printed paper for the card and the light green paper for the cut out insert.
I added some Easter washi tape from my stash and added the ribbon (Succulents Fibers) on the flap.



Don't forget to go to your next stop: Kay's Blog!

Challenges:
1. Club Scrap's February Technique Challenge: Fancy Folds
2. Glitter N Sparkle: Ribbon or Lace
3. Simon Says Wed: AGoes
4. Crafting by Designs: It's Almost Spring
5. Crafty Creations #335: AGoes
6. DiesRUs #67: Think Spring


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24 comments

  1. KellyFebruary 22, 2017 at 5:28 AM

    So clever, and the paper DOES look Eastery!

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  2. HettyFebruary 22, 2017 at 7:13 AM

    That is a beautiful table top decoration, Lilian. I can see Spring is there at your house!

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  3. AnnetteFebruary 22, 2017 at 8:31 AM

    Such pretty projects. You make it all look so easy too.

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  4. Ink Stained RoniFebruary 22, 2017 at 8:40 AM

    Love the decor piece! Such a nifty idea to use a paper mache "O". Great alternative to a frame and much lighter too. Your card is darling, love that little bunny!

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  5. DonnaFebruary 22, 2017 at 10:07 AM

    Lillian, I love this project! The way you made the flowers looks so easy (and they are gorgeous!

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  6. CapescrapperFebruary 22, 2017 at 10:09 AM

    Lilian your paper succulents are gorgeous (I am partial to paper plant creations ;) and your card is so sweet. Thanks so much for sharing your talents with us.

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  7. Cheryl WalkerFebruary 22, 2017 at 11:32 AM

    Beautiful table top project, and love your card!
    hugs
    Cheryl

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  8. Lisa DFebruary 22, 2017 at 1:41 PM

    What a gorgeous addition to any room!

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  9. Tricia MorrisFebruary 22, 2017 at 5:30 PM

    Never in a million years would I have thought of using the letter "O" for a collage frame. How clever is that!? Great project, Lilian!

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  10. APeeling CraftsFebruary 22, 2017 at 5:45 PM

    Love the frame! So clever-no water needed! Yay :)

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  11. Susan HoganFebruary 22, 2017 at 11:41 PM

    Great fussy cutting! Looks wonderful and so clever. Thanks for sharing with us at Unstampabelles.

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  12. Karen WyngaardFebruary 23, 2017 at 11:41 AM

    What a fun project! Finally, indoor succulents that art cat-proof.

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  13. LinFebruary 23, 2017 at 5:43 PM

    2 unique projects, Lilian! Thank you for sharing them with us at the Simon Says Stamp Wednesday challenge!

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  14. jen t.February 24, 2017 at 7:53 AM

    Gorgeous projects!!!

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  15. Darlene February 24, 2017 at 8:49 AM

    Both creations are fabulous Lilian! Thanks so much for playing in our ‘Think Spring’ challenge at Dies R Us! Please come back again soon!

    Darlene (DRU Blog Leader)
    DIES R US CHALLENGE BLOG
    DAR’S CRAFTY CREATIONS Please come for a visit.

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  16. Dale TiernanFebruary 25, 2017 at 3:00 AM

    Clever and sweet and great instructions. Good on you.

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  17. Finding Your NicheFebruary 26, 2017 at 6:20 AM

    Both are beautiful!

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  18. laurieFebruary 26, 2017 at 12:21 PM

    Awesome projects! Thanks for sharing at Dies R us...so happy you joined us!

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  19. AnonymousFebruary 26, 2017 at 5:31 PM

    Lovely. The perfect plants! Thanks for sharing with us at Unstampabelles.

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  20. Elizabeth HartFebruary 26, 2017 at 5:50 PM

    The succulents are so realistic - love it! Thanks so much for joining us this time at the Crafty Creations Challenge, Elizabeth (DT)

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  21. Carrie RhoadesFebruary 27, 2017 at 8:09 AM

    Wow you put a lot of work into your succulent garden creation. I love the use of the paper maché O! Thank you for joining our challenge at Stampin' Royalty.

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  22. Sarah BellFebruary 28, 2017 at 9:15 AM

    Super cute card 🙂 – thanks for joining in the Glitter ‘N’ Sparkle Challenge Ribbon or Lace – Sarah DT – http://magentasnowflake.blogspot.co.uk

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  23. UnknownFebruary 28, 2017 at 3:52 PM

    Very nice card, love the design. Thank you for joining us at Crafting by Design and good luck xxx

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  24. DCAjaFebruary 7, 2019 at 3:40 AM

    awesome love it!

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Thanks for all your lovely comments! They make my day! =)

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