Friday, April 24, 2009

Paper Blooms Challenge 4


In honor of Earth Day the Paper Blooms challenge this week was to alter or use something you'd normally throw away. I've been saving these octagonal jars that yummy olive spread comes in because I love the size and shape. Happily in the mail today I received my latest Paper Blooms order with Leah's new daisy shaped hand crocheted flowers so I just HAD to use one. Isn't it gorgeous!?!

I found a tiny spool of adorable blue and yellow ribbon and the color scheme was born. The lid cover I did with my Nesties, used my Threading water border punch for a band and some blue and white gingham ribbon and tiny yellow buttons around the jar. I finished it off by layering another of Leah's blooms and tiny blue button in the centerof my new daisy. I think I'll keep it to store either buttons or Paper Blooms. I'm loving this new challenge blog and you don't have to use Paper Blooms to play along but since I've been ordering up a storm I can't help myself.
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24 comments:

  1. Kristen HApril 24, 2009 at 4:03 PM

    This is so fun, and beautiful. This would be fun to use for home made creams, bath salts, dried herbs. Wow, I also love the crocheted flowers.

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  2. MaryApril 24, 2009 at 4:39 PM

    This is very pretty, I love when you can use more than one craft at a time.

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  3. RoseApril 24, 2009 at 5:01 PM

    Pretty!!! and of course I agree with you the Blooms are fantastic (addicting also!!) :-)

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  4. June HouckApril 24, 2009 at 5:11 PM

    I can see why you love Paper Blooms! That crocheted flower is beautiful, as is your re-purposed jar :)

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  5. KrisApril 24, 2009 at 5:16 PM

    Donna - you've turned this "throw-away" into a reall keeper. So pretty.

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  6. AnnApril 24, 2009 at 5:32 PM

    Donna, this looks amazing! I LOVE the color combo! Thanks for playing along. ;)

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  7. AnonymousApril 24, 2009 at 7:47 PM

    Just darling Donna! What a fabulous bloom!

    (-: Heidi

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  8. "Um Buggin"April 24, 2009 at 8:56 PM

    Donna, what a adorable and very pretty keepsake. This would be perfectfor storing buttons or lovely flowers, or even as a gift. I must say girlfriend you are so awesome at recycling items and saving the earth. Happy Earth day! TFS

    Hugz, xx

    ~L~

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  9. LeahApril 24, 2009 at 9:15 PM

    Oh Donna! I am just in LOVE with your adorable little jar:) I am so happy you love the blooms so much, I love seeing what you make with them. You are very talented! Love your color combo on this too:)

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  10. NancyApril 25, 2009 at 12:43 AM

    this is just darling Donna...I love your color choices and that flower is awesom...

    have a wonderful Saturday my friend..

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  11. SmitaApril 25, 2009 at 3:36 AM

    I love your blue n yellow ribbon, the flower and the altered jar, Donna! Superb!

    Hugs,
    Smita

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  12. NikkiApril 25, 2009 at 4:40 AM

    So pretty! And what a shame it would have been to throw away such great jars!
    Hugs!

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  13. Stampin' MegApril 25, 2009 at 7:44 AM

    Oh this is fabulous recycling!

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  14. Lana ClarkeApril 25, 2009 at 9:24 AM

    This is so sweet and you really used that crochet flower perfect with the ribbons
    Hugs
    Lana x

    Also Donna I forgot to mention earlier I have just been lucky enough to get Adobe CS4 Design software.
    You can do the basic colour changing of print on Microsoft Word though.
    If you ever want any help just email me xxx

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  15. poupettevalApril 25, 2009 at 1:45 PM

    so cute !

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  16. shellyApril 25, 2009 at 6:56 PM

    donna you never cease to amaze me with your creativity and beautiful work! im so glad you join us each week! hugs! shelly

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  17. MazApril 25, 2009 at 11:03 PM

    This is just so pretty and what a beautiful way to wrap up a gift
    your so clever
    maz

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  18. AnonymousApril 26, 2009 at 7:13 AM

    Donna, this is so pretty! What a gorgeous flower and you tied it all together beautifully! Great job on the lid, too! Now, stuff it with candy!!! LOL!

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  19. CassieApril 26, 2009 at 2:52 PM

    Oh my, this turned out so wonderful! I love those colors! So glad you participated this week ;D

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  20. Regina EasterApril 26, 2009 at 6:59 PM

    i have got to get some of those....i love them..great project

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  21. TammyApril 26, 2009 at 7:48 PM

    How pretty Donna! Love it!

    Tammy

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  22. michelleApril 27, 2009 at 4:57 AM

    Gorgeous Donna !!! i love the crocheted flower such a fun idea!!! thanks for all your sweet comments on my blog and i have a little award for you on my blog !!
    hugs
    michelle

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  23. michelleApril 27, 2009 at 5:26 AM

    I'm back just to wish you happy birthday !!! have a wonderful day !!

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  24. Sharon CaudleApril 27, 2009 at 9:49 AM

    Awesome project, Donna! Love those croceheted flowers! Happy Birthday girlfriend! Hope all your birthday wishes come true!!!!
    hugs!
    Sharon

    ps...hurry up with the BBTB challenge, will ya??? LOL!! I LOVE it and can't wait to comment!! :0)

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Thanks for making my day!