My Mother always loved pretty boxed writing papers and cards since I was a young girl. Each year we would try to think of something unique to give her at Mother’s Day, but she always seemed most pleased with “stationary”. Years later, I discovered that my Mama truly was embarrassed to receive gifts at Mother’s Day, but she always loved stationary and still does at the age of 84.
So with Mother’s Day quickly approaching this altered box filled with stationary and sweet tags is sure to be a hit for any Mom, Grandmother, Auntie, or just someone extra special in your heart!
As seen on the Paper Whimsy Inspire blog: http://paperwhimsy.com/inspiration/?p=2556
Technique:
(1) Paint the inside and outside of a wooden box. I used a soft blue craft paint and washed it with a soft rain color greenish blue. When box has several coats of paint that has dried, cover box with pattern paper (inside and out) using Matte Gel Medium. I put several coats of Matte Gel on the box to make it more durable.
(2) Select Paper Whimsy image and center on front of box (and interior if you wish) using Matte Gel Medium again. Add other details such as lace, butterflies, flowers, etc.
(3) Fill box with cards and tags that coordinate with the pattern papers and colors on the box. I made my tags using shipping tags that were covered with pattern paper, journal tags, and beautiful faces. I stitched around the edges (optional) and added bits of cluny lace and buttons to the bottom with the sewing machine. Add a bit of neutral seam binding a gold heart charm.
(4) The note cards were made using pattern papers, old book text, and journal tags that have been layered on to the card. A beautiful face takes center stage and butterflies adorn the sides.
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This is just lovely,Nancy….my mum always loved stationary as well…..and was a great letter writer.
Oh wow Nancy, absolutely stunning work my friend and thank you so much for the tutorial
hugs June x
Gorgeous box, tags and stationery, Nancy. I love the blue-green tones and the PW images.
My Mom was like that as well.
Her favorite gift was always something I made,she never cared for store bought gifts. This is beautiful,your Mom will be thrilled!
Hugs
Nancy, this is just so beautiful. So kind of you to share it on the blog. I’ve been racking my brain of what to make my Mum for Mothers Day. You’ve certainly inspired me, thanks so much, hugs Robyn xx
So beautiful! I love the color….
O M G !!!
Nancy this lnock me out my socks.
What a dream. This box is filled with wonderful work from you.
I love them all.
Happy Sunday for you my sweet friend. xoxo
I love, love this box – what a great idea, she will love it! And thanks for the tutorial – my mom is gone now, she would have loved it as well. I may make one for my daughter.
Lovely creation you made!
Hugs,Willy
How lovely! yes, I understand the appeal of beautiful notepaper in pretty boxes. Don’t forget to add a few postage stamps.
Gorgeous and what a lovely present!
I absolutely adore your box,Nancy! So very lovely.
Thanks for the tutorial.
Have a wonderful Sunday.
Hugs,
Marie
stunning work Nancy-it all coordinates so beautifully along with your special talent for making such goregous vintage things.
Again a very extraordinary and wonderful creation, dear Nancy! Super idea and beautifully designed.
Love the fantastic colors!!! Simply corbels!
~Linda
HI Nancy,
OMG, what a fab project! All of my favorite items rolled into one!
Thanks for sharing,
Barb Ü
Absolutely stunning. Love the color you chose.
Gorgeous project! LOVE, LOVE, LOVE your color choices! It’s always a pleasure seeing what you are up to. Very inspiring!
Thanks for the tutorial, Nancy!
Wishing you a wonderful, art-filled week!
Gaby
Dear Nancy, This box is a true love, It is such a beautiful piece and then also filled with all your wonderful tags,- and thanks for the tutorial,– and your sweet memmories.
Hugs from here.
Dorthe