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Apr 6, 2009

Going Retro

Wow! I have a lot to share with you today! I've been going craft happy this weekend and finally got a few things finished that have been floating around in my mind for awhile. :) So... I have a lot to say, and hopefully you'll make it through to the end. :) I also have another fun project that will be on Angela's Unity blog today & I'd love for you to check it out too. :)

So.... I told you in an earlier post about how I purchased this fun kit from Scrap In Style that was full of 'vintage' themed products. As soon as I opened my box, I saw this shade of green and I knew I had to make a project for my friend, Libby. If you saw her kitchen... you would know how perfectly it fits her. She's got an awesome retro green fridge (maybe from the 50's???) and vintage accessories tucked everywhere.

I began by covering a Cosmo Cricket blackboard memory box with "Libby-like" papers (Urban Prairie BG, Graphic 45, and authentic OLD newsprint). I covered the newsprint with a clear acrylic sheet first to protect it... and everything was Modge Podged in place.
The monogram "L" is from Cosmo Cricket (Alpha-Buttons), painted with Juniper acrylic pant (Ranger), and then faux stitched with a fine tipped pen. I stamped the little birdie from Unity's Birdie Inspiration kit in the corner (I thought the "L" looked like his flight pattern). The fun Pom Pom trim and vintage buttons were part of my SIS kit too.

And... below is a what the box looks like opened up. I used the scalloped frame from the Birdie Inspiration set on the inside lid and then stamped the little teapot from Unity's Mix Up of Cuteness inside.

I thought this vintage fabric would be cute on a tea towel for her kitchen... so I traced the monogram letter and sewed it in place. (The fabric and the ric rack also came from my SIS kit.)

Are you still with me? ;) I HAD to make a coordinating card to go with my gift and decided to try out this week's 2 Sketches 4 You layout:

I used several of the same elements to make this 'Fancy Fold' card. (The sentiment is from Unity's April KOM set and the frame is the same image that was stamped on the inside of my box.)


When you untie the bow, the card opens up to look like this:

These cards are easy to make! Let me give you a quick tutorial using my Mini Scor-It tool:

When making a score line, it is important that you lay your card face down on the mat. In other words, the side you score should be the INSIDE of the card. Then simply start your tool in the notch above where your paper lays and start your score. This will keep your cardstock from cracking when you fold it.




From this point, you'll just adhere patterned paper on top of the ribbon and decorate the other two panels. Fold your card, tie & trim your ribbon. :) Let me know if you have any questions.... and bless you if you actually made it this far in my post! Have a great Monday!!!

27 comments :

  1. Wow this is so adorable! I love the colors!

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  2. Great tutorial Julie, your card is so cute!
    Laura

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  3. Wow, your projects are amazing! So glad you'll be inspiring us all month with Unity!

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  4. This was a very sweet idea! I love it and Im sure your friend Libby will too! :)

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  5. What a cool project! Love it! I am going to have to give this card a try a little later today! Fingers crossed the boys want art time today! SMILE!

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  6. What a beautiful gift set Julie. I know your friend will enjoy it. I love the colors. Your tutorial is so easy to follow & I love the card you made!!

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  7. I really love that box, and the card is super cute too!

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  8. I love what you posted over on the Unity Blog! Thanks for your tutorial on the awesome card! I will have to read thru your past posts to get some more inspiration!

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  9. Fantastic - all of it. You are such a natural at this - you should travel the country and give classes!!!
    Hugs
    K

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  10. Wow Julie! That is a great box! Your friend will love it! I love the baby frame on Unity's blog! Super cute! Great job.

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  11. WOW! Those colors are just beautiful! Thanks for the tutorial on how to make this tri-fold card! :)

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  12. Again: WOW!!! Speechless! Beautiful! Over at Angela's - was that a picture hanging together, or are they supposed to be appart? Just marvellous!! :D And so was your flip-card here - I'll try that one for sure!! :D Thanx for all inspiration! Be blessed!

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  13. A nice box and a really great card!

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  14. I LOVE the shape of your card !!! Gorgeous job !!!

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  15. Wonderful tutorial, I'll have to give it a try!

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  16. What an adorable project! With things like that floating around in your mind, I wouldn't mind a peek in there myself!

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  17. oh....SHUT UP.... how stinking cute is this??

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  18. What a great and creative idea. I just love the paper. Love the folded card too. Your tutorial was so easy to follow.

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  19. Wow, love the box. So so so ADORABLE!!!! The card is darling too and the tut is great. Wonderful job as always, Julie!!!

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  20. What a beautiful fun gift!!
    I love the colors they are perfect for your retro theme!

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  21. Really great tutorial and a fab card!

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  22. I'm loving your blog Julie You're awesome

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  23. Sooo pretty! Love your tutorial pics, you did so great this week as usual! :)

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  24. your card, tutorial and site are sooo cute!

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  25. I love Cosmo Cricket! I have the same lil box! Very cute!!!
    Adorable card too :)
    Great work! TFS!
    xo, margie

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  26. This is a really neat idea. Thanks for sharing.

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  27. This is such a great card, thanks so much for sharing. May I say your blog is pretty great as well. You are definately talented. I made a great card using your measurments and your card idea. Happy New Year.

    jnetti

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