I have been watching the beautiful banners that I see around the web, on blogs and in the Two Peas gallery for months now and decided it was time to try making one.
I wanted a “spring theme” so I used a large oval cutter to make “eggs”. I cut them first from cardstock, then cut a second oval from pattern paper. I then machine stitched around the edges, and added eyelets to run the ribbon through.
The large swirl stamp is from Just Johanna….I LOVE LOVE did I mention I LOVE this stamp?!!! :) White pigment ink was selected and heat embossed using white embossing powder. Vintage easter ephemera was added..as well as letters cut from pattern paper.
Prima flowers and colorful brads were added as accents…and it was all tied together with various ribbons.
I hung the banner in our dining room – and it was so fitting for it to be displayed today…Michigan had 40 degree temps, bright sunshine and the snow is melting…hurry SPRING! :)
oh my gosh nancy!! that is GORGEOUS!!! reminds me of beatrix potter!
Nancy!! I love these! Wow! Your work is sooo amazing!
Nancy…
that is so cute and wonderful.
gorgeous work!!!!!
Oh wow Nancy, I haven't seen any of these..I'll have to go hunting (get it..easter egg..LOL!) now to see if I can find any…
I just love yours it's gorgeous…
Nancy, it's lovely. So very spring-like!
I love the papers and that stamp too.
Like you, here in SW Ontario it was gorgeous yesterday and today should be better. Can't wait to open all my windows! LOL
Great banner! I keep saying i'm going to try and make one but never get around to it.
I flew through here so fast this morning, I forgot to posta comment…THIS IS AWESOME!!! :)
Beautiful banner Nancy, wonderful work!
Dear Nancy,
I LOVE your banner, it really conveys the mood of spring… Thank you so much for your kind comments on my blog ~ coming from you, I'm quite honored!
Take care,
Dawn
So gorgeous!
Wow, I love this cheerful banner!!
your banner is beautiful! it has inspired me today! thanks and have a blessed day!
Your spring banner is gorgeous, it realy feels like spring.
I am so glad you wrote on my blog….which led me to yours:) It has been a treat going through all your pics. I am going to put a link on my blog…..THanks for sharing.
ps. love your banner!!!!!
Where have i been……..i can't believe that i missed this awesome banner. It is beautiful.