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Wednesday 31 July 2013

Docrafts Project July- August

I went to a cardmaking demonstration on Saturday given by a lady who is a regular at my Docrafts demos. There was a free raffle and I won some Docrafts goodies. I was thrilled as they were things I don't actually have, otherwise it would have been a bit like taking coals to Newcastle.
It did remind me though that I haven't posted my project for this loop, so here it is.
I always keep empty tubs, pots and boxes with a view to upcycling them and thought this old gravy tub would make a lovely present. I used the tartan adhesive fabric paper from Docrafts. There are some pretty Tilly ones available too. The adhesive fabric is wonderful for quickly transforming and upcycling items and far less messy than paint.


I covered the tub with the fabric and, using a craft knife, cut a window. In future I would cut the window before applying the fabric, then I could cut into the fabric and turn the edges inside the opening. I attached acetate to the inside of the window.


I decorated the tub with ribbon, twine, a tag and some Docrafts Big Blooms. The red top just needed a bow and some holly leaves.
I then bought a pack of cookies to fit inside. A quick and easy Christmas present for a few £s! It's a good job we like gravy as I plan to make more of these.

17 comments:

  1. Oh Andree this is fab.

    You have created such a gorgeous present.

    I keep things like that to but I am never brave enough to do anything with it,thanks for the inspiration.

    Traceyxx

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  2. Wow Andree what a brilliant idea love it, great little gifts for teachers afterschool groups ect xx

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  3. Fabulous,love the gorgeous design.xxx

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  4. This is fantastic, I love the "window" I wouldn't have thought of that.... I might use your idea, if that's ok xxx (hugs)

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  5. It's fabulous Andree Andree. When you make mine for Christmas could you fill it up with pound coins please?
    Lol.
    xx

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  6. Great idea Andree love the window & the papers are lovely xxxx

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  7. This is fabulous.
    Hugs
    Linda xxx

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  8. So pretty, I love the flower and the twine is gorgeous
    Lindsay xx

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  9. This is gorgeous . A perfect gift for anyone . Love the flower and the ribbon is so sweet xx

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  10. Oh wow Andree, this is fab, love the tartan fabric paper - haven't seen that - What a brilliant idea to make a window, and the flower, ribbon and twine finish it off beautifully x

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  11. Andree this is wonderful hun, so love those papers and embellishments, think I would also like what is inside too, xxx

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  12. What a fabulous project Andree.
    Hugs
    Janet xxx

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  13. fabulous idea . Thanks for the inspiration . Love the embellishing . hugs Shirley-anne

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  14. This is absolutely gorgeous. What a fantastic and personal gift idea. I love the bright colours and all the different elements. I am going to give these ago for the neighbours Christmas present.
    What a gorgeous and clever make.

    Hugs Lisa xxxx

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  15. congrats on the 'win' Andree, this is such a cute project.

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