Cards, Gifts & More With Bohemian Bazaar
Hello G45ers,
It's time to bring some bright color and cheer to your day with our fabulous collection Bohemian Bazaar! Today we're going to share three fantastic ideas for crafting with this splendid collection. All of today's crafts make amazing gift ideas! You'll see a stunning birthday card by Arlene Cuevas. Then Karen Shady will show a whimsical upside-down tag. Then Rhea Freitag will share a gorgeous tutorial for creating a dazzling upcycled keepsake box! With so many great ideas, you're sure to find the perfect craft to inspire you!
Just a quick reminder about this week's blog contest! We're giving away this gorgeous Place in Time prize pack to one lucky winner! Just leave us a blog or Facebook comment this week for your chance to win a Place in Time 8x8 paper pad, Stickers, Alphabet Stickers, Chipboard Die-Cuts and Ornate Metal Key Holes. That's a $35 value! We will choose one random winner and announce them on tomorrow's blog. Leave us a blog or Facebook comment for your chance to win!
Bohemian Bazaar offers a marvelous variety of designs and bright colors that are just perfect for any craft creation. Here we have a fantastic birthday card that Arlene created! A handmade card is the perfect way to show that you care. You can have so much fun layering the cheerful papers of Bohemian Bazaar and adding pretty Graphic 45 Staples for even more vintage-inspired beauty! Here is what Arlene had to say about this joyful creation!
"This 5 ½ x 5 ½ card was created using Graphic 45’s new Bohemian Bazaar paper collection. I love the vibrant colors of this collection. On this card, I highlight the yellows and oranges. Did you know Graphic 45 has coordinating cardstock that compliments their paper collections perfectly?! Be sure to check your local craft store for the Signature Series cardstock by Coordinations." -Arlene
Supplies:
Bohemian Bazaar paper collection
Coordinations Signature Series cardstock
Staples: Metal Tag, Ornate Metal Key
Petaloo flowers
white doilies
“Happy Birthday” - Place in Time stickers
Paper Tray Ink white cardstock
Glossy Accents
3M ATG Adhesive
Hot glue
Next we have this beautiful upside-down tag that Karen created with Bohemian Bazaar and Graphic 45 Regular Tag Album Staples. This fabulous tag would look great as colorful home decor or as a thoughtful gift! We also love Karen's use of lots of different Graphic 45 Metal Staples! Here she gives some tips on how she created this fun and fabulous tag!
"I adore the gorgeous bright bold colours of the Bohemian Bizarre collection. It makes me think of parties, and hot long summer nights. TIP: Metal chain purchased from a craft supplier can be quite expensive. I purchased a big bad of old broken jewellery from a second hand store, and have used some of it here to dangle my embellishments from." -Karen
Supplies:
Bohemian Bizarre 8 x 8 Paper Pad
Bohemian Bizarre 12 x 12 paper collection ( Jasmine nights, Mystical masterpiece, Vivid splendour,
Here we have a gorgeous gift idea and a fun example of upcycling! Behold this darling altered keepsake box by Rhea! This is such a creative way to turn an old box into a timeless treasure! The joyful colors and designs of Bohemian Bazaar are so inspiring! Want to know how this sweet creation was made? Rhea has included a fun tutorial so you can create one of your very own! Get ready for fun, G45ers! Take it away, Rhea!
I was inspired to make this quick and easy box after indulging in a guilty pleasure, a fancy make-up set. The colors on the box reminded me of Bohemian Bazaar and I decided I could work with the palate. With school right around the corner, this would make a perfect pencil box at the desk of any teen.
Supplies:
Scor Tape
Recycled Box
Tutorial:
To start off, I picked out my papers and took some measurements. Nothing had to be perfect, since I decided to embrace the colors present in the box and let the edges show.
To create interest on the top, I matted the title page of the paper with a contrasting paper that had a small print.
I used scor tape throughout this project. I love that it is ready for you when you want, and there is zero dry time!
Next, I started to play with the layout of my embellishments. I always try to plan things out so that I have balance with color, as well as content.
In order to give my resin pieces a little more interest, I used Vintaj Patina. I simply added it in a few spots and then wiped it off, letting a bit of the color stay in the crevices.
A heavy craft glue was used to adhere my flowers and corners.
And here is the finished box. I left the inside unaltered, as I intended this to be a school/pencil box. The sturdy plastic coated paper will take the wear and tear of lose markers, uncapped pens and pencil shavings come September.
We hope you all had a lot of fun exploring today's Bohemian Bazaar crafts. You can make so many happy crafts with this bright and beautiful collection! We hope today's post inspired you to get creative with Bohemian Bazaar. Big thanks to Arlene, Karen and Rhea for their amazing work today. We had a great time sharing these fun crafts with all of you. There's more inspiration in store for you on tomorrow's blog. We hope you'll stop by and see us. Have a delightful day, G45ers!
Happy Papercrafting!
Your Friends at Graphic 45
LOVE these beautiful creations and the upside down tag is a marvelous idea!! Thanks as always for the great inspiration!!
Posted by: barbara f | September 12, 2013 at 05:13 AM
I love that upside down tag!!!
Posted by: Dorothy McCarthy | September 12, 2013 at 05:17 AM
I love the way the tag was turned and used! I will be doing this in my new project some where. Thank you for sharing with all of us.
Posted by: orlie | September 12, 2013 at 05:21 AM
Today's projects are perfect examples of the beautiful results you can achieve by layering. I'm so inspired!
Posted by: Mary Jane W | September 12, 2013 at 05:23 AM
WOW that box is awesome as are the other creations!
Posted by: Maggi Harding | September 12, 2013 at 05:26 AM
Clever trinket box, very colorful
Posted by: LindaB | September 12, 2013 at 05:26 AM
There are so many inspiring creations on this weeks blog! I really love the upcycled box and how the pinks really makes the Bohemian Baazar paper "pop"! Thanks so much for the opportunity to win more of your fabulous papers!
Kind Regards,
Donna
Posted by: Donna Landgraf | September 12, 2013 at 05:27 AM
is an amazing box and beautiful cards
Posted by: Amante del Papel | September 12, 2013 at 05:57 AM
I love the bold colors of this collection. Great ideas from all of you.
Posted by: Diane J | September 12, 2013 at 06:04 AM
Beautiful projects. Love the box!
Posted by: Jeniff Sthory | September 12, 2013 at 06:16 AM
What more can I say other then "amazing" x
Posted by: Maria thomas | September 12, 2013 at 06:45 AM
i have a box like that, thanks for the beautiful creative design and the step out deets on how to get the look, appreciated
Posted by: Ava Gavloski | September 12, 2013 at 06:46 AM
Beautiful projects :) This collection was not something I took to right away .. but the more I this of this collection I know I have to get it!
Posted by: Jeanann Cavalier | September 12, 2013 at 07:25 AM
These projects really show the versatility of the beautiful Bohemian Bazaar papers! Thank you G45 and your DT!
Posted by: Diane Ritchie | September 12, 2013 at 07:35 AM
love all these projects!!! so colorful!
Posted by: Yvonne Boucher | September 12, 2013 at 07:35 AM
Great projects today! I'm loving this collection more and more each time I see such amazing projects. TFS!
Posted by: Liz Russell | September 12, 2013 at 07:45 AM
Another bright day here! Love the tag & all that embellishes it! :))
Posted by: Caroline | September 12, 2013 at 07:50 AM
Pretty projects today. Thanks for the chance to win some Place in Time product with you today!
Posted by: Barb Wagar | September 12, 2013 at 07:51 AM
Surprising to me how you can change the look/feel of the project by simply changing the embellishments. There is a warmer, fall look on the card and a bright eclectic look on the tag and pencil box. Beautiful projects.
Posted by: Mary | September 12, 2013 at 07:54 AM
Wowzers!!! Bohemian is just off the chain! It makes everything pop :)
Posted by: Paula | September 12, 2013 at 08:50 AM
Wow, what wonderful ideas today! I'm always surprised at what beautiful designs your design team comes up with. They are truly gorgeous! Thank you, G45, for the chance to win this great prize package!
Posted by: Myra Skidmore | September 12, 2013 at 08:52 AM
Wonderful projects! Bohemian Bazaar is perfect!
Posted by: Kathleen Rimer | September 12, 2013 at 08:56 AM
Great projects today, I love the Bohemian Bazaar paper but I can't seem to win any of it. Guess I'll have to make a purchase. :)
Posted by: Brenda B | September 12, 2013 at 09:11 AM
such beautiful work keep up all the good work everyone. always a pleasure to look at all of them. thanks for allowing me a chance to win this package.
Posted by: pam hardy | September 12, 2013 at 09:28 AM
Love the colors of the Bohemian Bazaar papers. This line is just a little bit different from the otherGraphic45 papers, but I sure do love it. Love the projects today. Thank you!
Posted by: linda ann murphy | September 12, 2013 at 09:50 AM
amazing Bohemian Bazaar projects! i love those corners!
Posted by: marnie! | September 12, 2013 at 10:04 AM
Such beautiful pieces of artwork. Now this is a line that I must have! Love Graphic 45!
Posted by: Mickie | September 12, 2013 at 10:28 AM
Such creativity! I love the Place in Time collection and thank you for the chance to win it!
Posted by: Anne | September 12, 2013 at 11:03 AM
Anything made with Bohemian Bazaar is awesome! These projects today are especially so. Gorgeous!
Posted by: Linda H. | September 12, 2013 at 11:17 AM
All 3 of today's projects are so interesting! I love that tag! I really like the idea of dangles off the tag...clever idea. Thanks for this opportunity to win my favorite paper collection...Place In Time.
Posted by: Martie Rollin | September 12, 2013 at 11:28 AM
These Bohemian Bazaar projects are just so lovely - always makes me feel happy when I see bright and vibrant colours. Would love to win the Place in Time collection - I haven't been able to find it in any of my local stores.
Posted by: Sandra | September 12, 2013 at 01:34 PM
wonderful projects that show off the great collection
Posted by: Debbie Eslinger | September 12, 2013 at 01:36 PM
I love the mix of all these bright colors!
Posted by: Candace Bunch | September 12, 2013 at 02:45 PM
Awesome inspiration, Bohemian Bazaar is very festive! I love the use of the mini dollies such a dainty touch!
Love that Place In Time Collection, I could use some more ... they make such neat projects and Great cards!!
Posted by: Rosann | September 12, 2013 at 02:52 PM
Awesome projects, love all the bold colors of Bohemian Bazaar. Thank you for the chance to win :)
Posted by: Ren | September 12, 2013 at 03:44 PM
AWSOME
WORK
TODAY
HUGS
AMY
Posted by: Amy Voorthuis | September 12, 2013 at 03:45 PM
Again, some lovely projects. I'm always delighted to see your blog, so many talented people.
Posted by: Judy B | September 12, 2013 at 04:16 PM
Love the Bohemian Bazaar projects, especially the little dangly bits on the tag. You never know where the next idea comes from. I think the prize this week would be great.
Posted by: Elizabeth Etheridge | September 12, 2013 at 04:17 PM
Great projects. Thanks so much for the tutorial.
Posted by: Yolanda Gonzalez | September 12, 2013 at 04:33 PM
Pretty, pretty, pretty creations. The bow on the upside down tag caught my eye and just made the final project look so soft and pretty. Thanks.
Posted by: Cathy Osborne | September 12, 2013 at 06:04 PM