I got this little box of chocolates at the dollar store. Mr OP ate the candy. Although it wasn't too tasty, it was chocolate. I had ideas running through my mind when I bought it.
After tracing the shape of the box, I covered the front and back using a glue stick, scrapbook paper, and sheet music that I photocopied. Using a walnut colored ink pad I inked the edges, then did the same with a black ink pad.
I used vintage crepe paper and made ruffled edges for the bottom and top, cutting the top ruffle a little shorter, after the ruffle was attached. It's easy if you just run a bead of glue around the edge then sort of gather and push the crepe paper into the glue as you work your way around the heart.
Did you notice the title of the song? "In the Middle of a Kiss," perfect for Valentine's Day!
I fussy cut this sweet cherub and added some Diamond Stickels glitter glue for a little bit of shine.
I used a bit of lace from a vintage wedding veil, some vintage pink velvet ribbon, vintage rhinestones and a sweet white millinery flower that I plucked from a vintage hat. How many times can I use the word vintage in one sentence?
It turned out just the way that I envisioned.
A few of you asked if I made the crocheted heart a few posts ago. Unfortunately, I don't know how to crochet. I got it this past summer on one of our junqing trips.
On totally different topic, is anyone watching the new season of Dallas? I watched the entire season On Demand this past summer. It took me awhile to get into it, but really liked it. I didn't see the latest episode, but plan on catching it On Demand soon.
I think that this post is full of enough pink to share on Pink Saturday. Don't you?
22 comments:
What an inspired idea! Very clever.
Nope, didn't watch the latest of 'Dallas.' Actually, I didn't watch all the past shows........
As to this season, don't think I want to watch Larry fade away....
but that's just me.
Btw, I'm sure Larry would want us to watch! I'm sure he got a kick out of acting, right up to the end!!!! Hooray for him!!!!
Looks really nice. Love that repurposing and some chocolate in the mix for your hubby. My question is what is inside the heart box?
You commented in my blog..."Ahhh Matthew.................:)"
Thank you for understanding!! -giggggles-
Of course, I was NOT referring to an old lady and a young man... Ahemmmm.... But in dreams, the dreamer simply IS. No need to have any icky worries, about different ages. -chuckle-
Thank you for touching on this part of my post. I wonder if anyone else will? -gigggggggggles- Only thee Very Brave!!!!!!!!!!
Oh that's beautiful!!!
I haven't watched the new ones of Dallas and only remember the old ones from the 70-80s.
Maybe I'll check that out! THanks.
Oh and I always wanted him to match up with Sandy Bullock. -sigh- Oh I thought they were grrreat together.
They did spend some time together, but... -sigh- It didn't JELL. :-) Oh well... He seems quite happy, in his marriage and fatherhood.
This turned out so pretty Leann! Everyone in blogland is making over these boxes, even the small little candy heart ones. so much talent out there. I wish they still made the real pretty boxes in pink!
Hugs,
Debbie
Leann,
This turned out beautifully! What a dramatically beautiful improvement!
very pretty. Love the old fashioned look.
Adorable! What a transformation. Oh, you are so clever and crafty, Leann. Honestly you are. Great job! Susan
Oh goodness your hearts are perfect, I can see that the crepe paper is the magic touch!
Carol
LOL posted one on my blog too. Yours is precious and I love the sheet music.
Love your box - I have two I have saved to do. Your crepe paper ruffles are really neat. Love the two lengths. :) Nancy
I love the box from the moment you glued the music onto it. It's awesome. And, as Vee said "Inspired". Very nicely done. (I want one! I may have to have a box of chocolates just to do something else with it!)
I've posted this weekend with Pink Saturday - a page out of my altered book that was so fun to do. I think I'm catching onto the altered stuff, stuff.
Happy Pink Saturday! Enjoyed my visit, thanks, Jenn
Beautifully done! Such a creative use for a dollar store purchase - love it!
I never watched the old Dallas so I'm not watching the new one. I have a serious Downton Abbey addiction though!
HPS,
Robin
Hi LeAnn - Your box is adorable!! The perfect piece of music paper. I'm altering a box as well for a swap I'm in, I guess I'd better post some pics soon. Yours is so lovely! Happy Pink Saturday!! ~Lorraine ♥♥♥
Catching up as you can tell. I have last year's chocolate box staring at me from the closet and reminding me that I bought it to do something with, so do it! Your box is wonderful inspiration!
Love the heart!! So pretty!! Yes, I watched the original Dallas when it was on way back when and i watched the last season of the new Dallas and I am watching the next season too. i wonder how they are going to write JR off or was this season already filmed before he died. Joe said he is sure they will have someone shoot JR again!! LOL!!
Hugs,
Deb
Very neat idea, I have some at home.
Please come and peek at my PINK.
Your comment is always a joy to read.
So very pretty and creative! I am inspired now. I'm off to play in my craft room :) Happy to find you on Pink Saturday at How Sweet the Sound!
I like this heart shaped box! So sweet! You are crafty and creative! I am making my rounds and trying to visit as many pinkies as I can! Have a beautiful weekend and enjoy your pretty treasure box!
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