Since I have been selling Halloween themed kits and flowers, I thought I should make something with the stuff myself before the supplies were all gone!
This wallpaper reminded me of the walls of a haunted house, and the piece of jewelry looked like a spider web, so that was the basis for the whole piece.
sold, thanks
The brooch was too shiny, even though it was old, so I aged it with black, then drew a spider web around it on the Victorian photo album mat.
Everything on this collage is old, except the photo, and it is a copy of an old cabinet card that I tinted and added a jaunty witch’s hat to. The hat is cut from old black velvet ribbon.
"Twilight Dreams" is available on Etsy.
I doubt if I will make much more in the way of Halloween goods. I am going straight from summer to Christmas and getting ready for my vendor booth at Silver Bella.
Most of this week has been spent making wallpaper journal kits for Silver Bella and for Somerset Life. I sent a box of them to Jenny Doh yesterday, and wrapped up the rest today.
I’m pretty proud of myself for getting organized and making tags! Of course, I have Beth to thank for that.
I was freaking out about how much I had to do to be set up for this event, and she calmed me down and told me to focus on getting something that would be for sale packaged and ready for the booth and I would feel better.
She was right! I made up labels and packets of embellishments to go along with the journals, then figured out a way to attach the packet to the book, so shoppers would know they were a set.
When I made the books, I picked a color theme for each, and filled it with old papers and then bound them together.
I tried to leave plenty of work for the artist who purchases one, yet still make them pretty as is. It was a fine line on some of them.
Its hard for me to stop once I get to foofing….
There aren’t nearly enough journals made up yet. Well, at least I hope I will sell more than a handful!
Instead of spending time making up more journals, I stopped after tagging all the ones that were complete.
Since I wanted finished, tagged products, set to go, I worked on bagging flowers up. What self control! It would have been so much more fun to make a few more books and piddle around with pretty papers.
I made the tags from some cuddlebugged wallpaper, then used it as a background for the flowers and the journals both. I will keep this paper as my theme for all the tags I make up for Silver Bella.
The back of the tag is the sheet music that Phyllis gave to me, that reads, "The Belles of Kansas Waltz".
I bought this toy trunk at a flea market for $1, and plan to fill it with bags of millinery flowers. I might need something bigger, not sure yet… Well, it would be NICE to think I needed more bags of flowers. I hope to sell a lot, at least!
Thank you, to everyone who left kind messages about Sugarwings and her family. Looks like they might not move in! I’d be soooo happy if my son and the Hippy Chick keep their home intact and raise their little fairy girl together.
Keep your fingers crossed for them all!
Karla, Great advise from Beth. The more you have packaged the better and more productive you will feel. I just love the labels you’ve made and the journals and flowers from your famous garden of hats will sell out so quick. Love the picture of your little Sugarwings.
Hugs Karen
Thanks for the update on Sugarwings and her family; have been thinking about you all. Hoping that all will work out for this little cutie and her parents;
Becca
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I am in love with Twilight Dreams. Oh dear!!! hmmmmm……
Thanks for the update on Sugarwings and her family, I pray that they can be happy as a family….I love the things you are doing for Silver Bella….
I love that pic of “Sugarwings”
“PRICELESS”
Oh my gosh, I love Twilight Dreams. So I went to Etsy and I had a bit of tug-o-war to buy or not to buy.
To buy won and she is mine all mine!! 😀
I can’t wait for her to arrive. 😉
Beth is always right–but you knew that!
Beth is always right–but you knew that!
Love your new labels. Fingers and TOES crossed for Sugarwings and her Mum and Dad:) Rachaelxo
Karla , fingers and toes and even eyes are crossed that things will work out.Sugarwings is so cute covered in paint. You ARE getting lots done, even though I know your mind is on your family. Staying busy does help, doesn’t it.
Jean in Virginia
Aren’t good friends priceless…they can sometimes keep us sane!
Sugarwings is so lucky to have you but I am happy they are trying to make it work!
Happy Wednesday!
karen…
Your packaging looks great. It feels great to be so organized. (At least, that’s what I’ve heard.) *crossing fingers*
You have been busy!!! Love the little halloween hanger you made and all the fun packs of goodies for silver bella. I bet they will get snatched right up! I hope everything works out for them. Hugs!
Karla,
I hope everything will sort out for the best for everyone but most especially for your inocent little fairy person!! :c}
Thank you so much for taking time out of your busy day to stop by my new digs with your welcome!! Stop by when ever you have a few minutes.
Pattie :c}
Mazatlan Mexico
Look at your little Sugarwings!! Cracked me up!
Your packages for SB look fabulous! It’s hard not to get overwhelmed with it all when you are anticipating such an event–but your friend’s advice was right on! Best of luck with it all–and have a blast!
Smiles, Karen
I LOVE the packaging- and those art journal packages just make me want to dig in- you’ve definitely got the mojo going.
I love that picture of Sugarwings! She looks like she’s entirely pleased with herself. Your packets look beautiful and I’m sure will be well received.
I love everything you do. I can’t wait to come here each day and see what’s new. My best to your son and his family. We have had a few grandkids live with us through the years. One way or the other things seem to work out the way the good Lord sees fit. Actually I may have 2 little ones and their mom with us soon. I am so thankful to be here for them in their time of need and I am sure your son feels the same way.
You have done so much and so well again! I’m sending very good and strong positive vibes to you all and especially to Sugarwings and her parents!
Karla,
Tell Beth that was excellent advice and I am going to use it as well. I’ve been feeling a little overwhelmed too. Yes, I think you will probably need to get a bigger container for the flowers. You know those gals love their vintage millinery. 🙂 Being the savvy businesswoman that you are…do you think you could do a tutorial on how to make the label things for the bags, please? I’ve seen many people with them and wouldn’t even know where to start. They do make your products lookmore professional. Thanks. Good luck with everything.
I just LOVE the halloween project you made! And you made a great spiderweb!!
You never cease to amaze me getting so much done all the time! That spiderweb was a stroke of genius. Very cute. Okay, I’m pulling for the young family 🙂
Wonderful Halloween art….
Happy to hear things are working out for little Sugarwings and her family.
She looks so cute in blue….
What a delightful little one she is always smiling….
wow, this is SO beautiful! I love your vintage collage, and halloween is my favorite!
That child has the sweetest, most heartfelt smile. Your goodies are wonderful. I can’t believe I’ve had wallpaper books over the years that I’ve tossed. Now I’m kicking myself.
Brenda
The images you have are so great.
You are one lean, mean, production machine! I really do love the kits and the new art piece for Halloween is lovely. Especially beautiful image from the cabinet card. All those journals and kits — wow! I know this is your business and that’s what you “do” but boy, are you productive!!!
Oh! I’ve miss so much when I get behind in blogging! Everything is just beautiful, esp. Miss Sugarwings!
The Halloween piece is so cool. and I love the journal packs are so pretty!!
Oh, yes– and My fingers are crossed!!
So fabulous! Can’t wait until Silver Bella and shopping!
Hugs, Kim
You do absolutely lovely work. Your Journals are gorgeous. This is my first visit here. I will be back. It was fun and heartwarming.
I love your blog. Although I rarely leave comments, I just want you to know that all your pretty eye candy makes me so happy and glad that I am a girl…whoo hooo! Thank you for sharing your passion.
HUGS
Love those tags……and that SugarPie-Sugarwings!!! OH! Hoping things work out with Sugar’s mommy and daddy.
Jody
Karla, I wish the better for your family.
You will do awesome at silver bella!! Who can resist those pretty parcels of fun!
thanks for your visit! 😀
I know exactly how you feel trying to avoid bouts of panic as you try to prepare for such a big event. Keep breathing girl! Your products are STUNNING and you’ll do great! I sooo wish I could go and play with all of you. Love to you and your family during this challenging time. XOXXO
You want to know the GOOD news? 🙂
I’ll be at Silver Bella to see these in person…and meet you, too!
Love your package topping!!!
*Heidi*
I don’t think my little wings were even dry yet when my Dad departed. I’m thinking HAPPY THOUGHTS for your baby angel’s family. Sometimes things can be so uphill without a glass of water… And may I say: I officially crown you KIT QUEEN. You’re a mover & groover lady. Hugs to your sweet girl. That’s my fav picture of her. Evah!
Karla, She’s here!!
Twilight Dreams arrived and I love her even more in person!!
Thanks so much for the amazing quick shipping. 😉
She’s posted on my new blog. I decided I should just start over in blog land. lol