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Saturday, January 19, 2013

Valentine's Day Banner



 
 


                                    "L-O-V-E"

 This was a big move for me....two patterns, Vintage Valentines, clothespins, Bakers Twine AND Two different types of ribbon!!!I was just going to use the letters and decided to step outside of the box.

 This was my first ever project with my Circut.  A simple banner in pink gingham and LOVE in red with white polka dots. I added some Martha Stewart scrapbook border stickers at the top. The Cricut banner even cut out the two holes needed for string. I used the bakers twine I got for 50 cents at Target after Christmas. Guess what? They still have it at Target....in the $1 bins!


 My vintage Valentines are from ETSY. They arrived on Thursday. I just love them. They were flawless. Never used and so sweet. 11 in all and they were under $10 WITH shipping!!
                                                      She is my favorite.......



I had a few extra. Thought about squeezing them all onto the banner, glad I didn't. As I was looking at pictures this evening, I asked Lucie what she thought of Momma's banner. She made a funny face and said, "I think it's a little crowded." Arrgh! If she only knew how hard it was for me to pile it on.That's okay. I am glad I did. I like and thing it's festive.

Do you have a Cricut or the like? What is your favorite project?

Bisous!

Karen

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41 comments:

  1. Art and SandJanuary 19, 2013 at 7:30 PM

    Too cute!
    I am working on some little banners for a Heart Swap I am in. I haven't made anything for myself because I promised my husband I would do "Valentine lite" this year. Since the kitchen is his domain and his studio is in our home, I want to keep him happy,

    Enjoy the long weekend.

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    1. Shabby Brocante, KarenJanuary 19, 2013 at 7:34 PM

      I don't do much for Valentine's Day, ether :) That heart swap sounds so fun. I might do that next year!! Enjoy your Saturday night!
      Karen

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  2. StephanieJanuary 19, 2013 at 7:43 PM

    I LOVE the banner! So very cute and festive - perfect for Valentine's Day :) I think you did a wonderful job.

    Hugs to you,
    Stephanie

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    1. Shabby Brocante, KarenJanuary 20, 2013 at 8:12 AM

      Thanks, Stephanie! It was fun. The clothespins are big, but if I see some small ones I can change it up. Nothing I ever do is planned, but I guess it all works out.
      Karen

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  3. The French HutchJanuary 19, 2013 at 8:18 PM

    Your banner is awesome! Be sure to save it for Lucie, she'll treasure mamma's banner some day! I love vintage anything but valentine's are at the top of my list. My sister gave me a box after she heard me say I wish I could find some. They are actually reproduction but they look like the old ones from school days. My next and one of my favorite projects is adding a touch of romance and valentines to my hutch.
    Great post.......

    Hugs,
    Emily
    The French Hutch

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    1. Shabby Brocante, KarenJanuary 20, 2013 at 8:15 AM

      I can't wait to see your hutch!! Aren't vintage Valentine's the best?? Reproductions are nice because you can really do any project. I used those (really big lol) clothespins so they aren't permanently attached. :)
      Karen

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  4. Jennifer @ Town and Country LivingJanuary 19, 2013 at 8:50 PM

    Love your banner and I'm glad that you stepped outside your comfort zone to "pile it on!" I like the crowded look. Your vintage Valentines are adorable! I don't have a Cricut or Silhouette but have thought about getting one. Not sure how much I'd use it though, which is why I hesitate. Sounds like it'd be fun, though.

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  5. Shabby Brocante, KarenJanuary 19, 2013 at 10:00 PM

    Thanks, Jennifer. I was disappointed when Lucie said that! You can imagine. So far I love my Cricut, but I don't have a lot time right not. I am glad we bought the mini. It was less expensive and works with all the cartridges. I am hoping I do more than just a few banners. I want to try vinyl next!
    Karen

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  6. Blondie's JournalJanuary 19, 2013 at 10:43 PM

    This is darling...I have always wanted to make a banner but can only sew by hand and that would take forever. Baker's twine at the dollar bins???? I ordered a spool from a baker's catalog and paid a small fortune! And, I could never use it all to begin with! lol!

    XO,
    Jane

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    1. Shabby Brocante, KarenJanuary 20, 2013 at 8:22 AM

      Thank you, Jane! I am not sure the quality of the Target string is the same :) But it looks cute! I want to do the dollies around a mason jars with the string for Valentine's day. Those looked cute!
      Karen

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  7. LauraJanuary 20, 2013 at 4:34 AM

    I agree with Jane-
    I have always wanted to make a banner too but I haven't yet!

    What a great project.

    Laura
    White Spray Paint

    PS My mother is where I got my love of collecting too!

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    1. Shabby Brocante, KarenJanuary 20, 2013 at 8:30 AM

      Awww....that's so sweet. Good old moms. The banner was so easy. Didn't look good on my mantel though, so I moved it to the hutch for the photos. I need to repaint using mellower colors....very soon!
      Karen

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  8. GARAGE SALE GALJanuary 20, 2013 at 1:30 PM

    I LOVE your Valentine banner! It's just sweet and perfect! I don't have any "fancy" machines...wait I have a cuddle bug, but it isn't as awesome as your machine!
    Warmly,
    deb

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    1. Shabby Brocante, KarenJanuary 22, 2013 at 10:16 AM

      Thanks, Deb!! I am excited about my Cricut. It's actually pretty easy to use so far. I am just going to struggle with getting things the same size and doing layers, but I hope I get the hang of it and use it a lot!! I got the mini, which is a lot less expensive than the big one. I think it's all I need! Thanks for coming by!! I am headed over your way now!
      karen

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  9. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasJanuary 20, 2013 at 1:48 PM

    Your Banner is so pretty!!

    Thanks so much for stopping by!

    Hugs,
    Debbie

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    1. Shabby Brocante, KarenJanuary 22, 2013 at 10:17 AM

      Thanks, Debbie! I am glad you think it's pretty! I hope you are having a great day!
      Karen

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  10. RobertaJanuary 20, 2013 at 1:50 PM

    Hi Karen,
    your Valentine banner is awesome !
    I like very much these vintage cards which you have used to do it
    Un Baiser
    Roberta
    La Sportina

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    1. Shabby Brocante, KarenJanuary 22, 2013 at 10:14 AM

      Merci, Roberta!! I love the old vintage Valentine's Day cards. I have always thought that they were so cute. I was happy when I found these on Etsy! Thanks for stopping by!
      Karen

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  11. Jemma@athomewithjemmaJanuary 20, 2013 at 1:52 PM

    Truly, love this banner! You have inspired me to start thinking of making one for Easter-thank you!!

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  12. DebbyJanuary 20, 2013 at 2:04 PM

    I think that your banner is just adorable. I wish I woud have ordered some vintage valentines. I always wish I had some but never see any to buy. You put alot of time in your banner and it shows.

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  13. VanessaJanuary 20, 2013 at 5:19 PM

    Hi, Karen

    I just love the vintage Valentine's Day cards. How sweet and I wish they make cards like that. They are so much prettier then what is being created now. I just love looking around your lovely blog and I am a new follower. Thank you so much for stopping by my blog earlier. Have a great week.

    Hugs,
    Vanessa

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  14. JennieJanuary 20, 2013 at 8:15 PM

    I was scrapbooking with friends today and the Cricut machine was warmed up and ready to go. I hever thought of using it for a banner... thanks for the inspiration!

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  15. MariaJanuary 21, 2013 at 1:25 AM

    Hello, there...
    YOU have brightened up and cold, wet morning for me!
    LOVE your banner, as so enchanting and nostalgic...
    ~ My Mum also is from where my love of vintage has come from...
    Sending kind thoughts and happy crafting.
    Love Maria x

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  16. TriciaJanuary 21, 2013 at 4:05 AM

    Adorable! I think it looks just right, not crowded at all. And the vintage valentines remind me of the ones I exchanged as a child! I never thought I would be vintage, but I guess I am!

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  17. Vintage JaneJanuary 21, 2013 at 9:35 AM

    Thank you for your lovely comment on my blog. So glad it led me back to yours ... M x

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  18. DiannJanuary 21, 2013 at 10:52 AM

    Oh, I love your Valentine Banner! It is just so sweet!

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  19. UnknownJanuary 21, 2013 at 7:29 PM

    Darling!! I've been dying for a cricut or a silhouette! Love the baker's twine too!

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    1. Shabby Brocante, KarenJanuary 22, 2013 at 10:12 AM

      Thanks, Lizy! I have to say, I was pretty impressed with my husband's Christmas present! After 13 years I think he is finally getting it!! I love my new Cricut. I just need more time in each day!
      Karen

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  20. zippiknits...sometimesJanuary 22, 2013 at 12:02 AM

    I love valentines Day, too. Your valentine banner is a stunner. Whoot! I don't own a cricut but sometimes wish I did. I only decorate on a small scale for Vslentine's Day, but it's spread out here and there, so there's more coverage.

    I'm making a new wreath as soon as I get the ribbon or maybe duct tape to cover the straw.
    PS Love the new header.

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    1. Shabby Brocante, KarenJanuary 22, 2013 at 10:11 AM

      Thanks so much! You are so nice, I really appreciate it! I am excited about my Cricut, now I just need to use it! I would like a cartridge that cuts out boxes. :) Can't wait to see your new wreath!! :)
      Karen

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  21. JennaJanuary 22, 2013 at 5:54 AM

    Oh my word. This is soooo cute! I love all the vintage cards! I wish I had more real vintage ones! Thanks for stopping by my blog earlier!

    Jenna @ http://www.rainonatinroof.com

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    1. Shabby Brocante, KarenJanuary 22, 2013 at 10:09 AM

      Thanks, Jenna! I wanted some so badly as well! There are a lot of cute ones on Etsy! They came by mail very quickly as well!! Thanks for coming by!
      Karen

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  22. Vickie @ Ranger 911January 22, 2013 at 6:17 AM

    I love your festive Valentine's banner! You did a great job on your first Cricut project!

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    1. Shabby Brocante, KarenJanuary 22, 2013 at 10:08 AM

      Thank you!! I just bought vinyl and transfer paper! Wish me luck! There might be writing on all the walls!!
      Karen

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  23. ~Lavender Dreamer~January 22, 2013 at 9:43 AM

    Your banner is just adorable. I want to make one and need to print some cards off the internet. I love the vintage cards!

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    1. Shabby Brocante, KarenJanuary 22, 2013 at 10:07 AM

      Oh, I am so glad you mentioned that...do you follow, Happy Loves Rosie? Look at her Vintage Valentine's you can download...
      http://www.happylovesrosie.com/2013/01/vintage-valentines-cards.html

      Enjoy! Can't wait to see what you create!!
      Karen

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  24. Debbie@Mountain BreathsJanuary 23, 2013 at 4:33 PM

    Hi Karen, and thank you for your visit to my blog. I don't have Cricut but my good friend does, and she gifts me with cut items ;o) I am a rubber stamper so I love layering, etc. I am your newest follower, and look forward to reading more on your beautiful blog.

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  25. Heidi@OneCreativeMommy.comJanuary 24, 2013 at 9:45 PM

    Oh, my goodness. I totally recognize those cards! I have no idea where I've seen them, but I'm certain I have held them in my hands. I think my parents or grandparents must have them somewhere. So cool! I’m so glad you linked this up at One Creative Weekend! I love it! Hope your weekend is fantastic.

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  26. KathieJanuary 25, 2013 at 6:08 PM

    Hello!
    I found you from the Mop it up Mondays link up. I would love to have you come share your post with my readers over at Sassy Little Lady’s Show and Tell Saturday. Hope to see you there!

    Kathie
    http://www.sassylittlelady.com/blog/show-and-tell-saturday/show-and-tell-saturday

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  27. UnknownJanuary 29, 2013 at 7:29 PM

    Karen, your banner is beautiful!! I love the vintage Valentine cards. They are adorable. You did an amazing job. Thank you so much for sharing with us at A Bouquet of Talent this week. Have a wonderful week. :)

    Hugs
    Kathy

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