Tuesday, June 29, 2010

Kate Spade............meet Martha Stewart





It is not that I planned a blog break, it just happened. Lots of personal catch-up, a bit of a new e-reader addiction to sort through, and time to form a lasting relationship with my new Mac desktop. To get myself back into the blog groove I spent an afternoon at Michaels craft store to see what I could come up with in the way of gift wrapping ideas. First I must state I am not a scrapbooker, but I can see the appeal. All those little packages of pretty little things. Before that little shopping expedition, I spent a day at Somerset Mall in Michigan where I indulged in a bit of Kate Spade so I did have this pretty box to play with...................Kate Spade meet Martha Stewart. You two look good together.


Since I am not a "craft" person so to speak, I wasn't really aware of the scope of scrapbook supplies or that Martha Stewart was in the game too (I am just not getting out enough). This is probably just as well judging by my lack of fiscal restraint when it comes to little packages of pretty little things and the way I see it, whoever does scrapbook must have lots of fun little embellishment leftovers that can be used up in other ways so I thought that is what I would show you in the next few weeks. Gift wrap ideas that use up these pretty little scrapbook things, easily and simply. Sort of like craft day at summer camp, only the grown-up kind.




To make this frou frou feminine type of gift box I simply took two packages of Martha Stewart Crafts stickers in two types of paper floral styles using 7 of the 12 pieces. Each package has 6 flowers and here in Canada was $8.49 per package though I am certain that it is less in the US. I changed the grommet-tied store ribbon to a narrow melon colour bringing it to the front instead of the top where it looked way too busy. This idea could work on a plain white or craft box too, in fact I think I will have a few to show you.




To the 1,000 followers of A Gift Wrapped Life................Thank you!
You have made my life more beautiful in the most remarkable of ways.

49 comments:

  1. How beautiful.
    Thank you for sharing.

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  2. For someone who isn't a scrapbooker or crafter this is absolutely beautiful!! I love the title. Kate Spade + Martha totally works. I love how colorful this is & the flowers look beautiful!

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  3. I love this! I am always diving into my scrapping stuff to decorate packages :O) Is there anything better than pink and orange together *sigh*

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  4. my stars, dear lady. you keep outdoing yourself. welcome back...

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  5. How perfectly charming! we missed you darling! welcome back! And an e-reader - do tell!

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  6. Yes, I have missed you, Sande. Thought you were on holiday. These little things are quite lovely the way you are using them. Everything you do is magic. Simply cannot imagine you in Michael's though. xx's

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  7. She's back in force! I love the colors, Sande; they are so perfect for summer, the pink and orange reminds me of the recent Hermes ad campaign (and my baskets). I'd love to have one on every place setting for a lunch....have a wonderful week...

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  8. Before I even opened this page, I knew I'd love it because any combination of Martha and Kate must be good! And I am so impressed, love these!

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  9. Your package looks so cheerful! Just spent this last Friday morning at Somerset! So many fantastic sales!!! Hope you found some great things and glad you are back. I've been a very slow blogger lately as well!

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  10. First CONGRATULATIONS on 1000 followers!!! A true testment to the creative and inspiring ideas you so generously share with your readers!

    Love what you did with this box.The flowers just add that touch of girlie to the wonderful pink and orange background of the box... HHL

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  11. Welcome back!
    Loving the cheery nature of these colours, it evokes happiness.
    x Felicity

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  12. Lovely idea! Even grown-ups can have a little summer camp arts & crafts fun : ) And, I'm glad that you got the down-time that you needed. {I hope that your dad is continuing to improve.} I'm also considering a MAC later this summer, so I'll be anxious to hear how you like yours. Congratulations on 1000 followers! xx Suzanne

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  13. My gift wrapping is always done at the last minute, in a rush, with not a whole lot of thought given to it. You have inspired me. Think maybe I'll make a run to Michael's tomorrow!

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  14. What a great idea. You are tempting me do some Kate Spade shopping myself!

    Meghan at www.plumejolie.com

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  15. Welcome back to the blogosphere! I've missed your posts. Love the colours in these pictures and the box is gorgeous! Glad to have you back, I hope your dad has now recovered, have a lovely week, Love from London x

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  16. So pretty - the orange and pink color scheme is bananas and who wouldn't want to receive a little something in this beautiful box!

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  17. perfect! Love the color combinations - this is simpy adorable! Your photos are magnificent as always!

    Vicki

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  18. Really lovely! I am off to Michael's to find those flowers!

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  19. The embellishment isle in craft stores I ones I try to stay out of. The house has more ribbon floral decorations and tissue paper then it should.

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  20. Oh soooo happy you have posted again, didn't want to pester you but was hoping all was going well with you. We all need a break at some stage that is for sure!

    This post is so gorgeous and creative, some real inspiration here. The little flowers are so sweet and love the bold colors too.

    big hugs and xxxx DJ

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  21. so cheery and perfectly lovely! you always come up with the most prettiest ideas...

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  22. I like what you have done here-very summery. The colors are gorgeous.

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  23. Sande ~

    This is the perfect Summer package! Happy and Vibrant!

    Missed you!
    ~melissa

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  24. GM Sande, I love this combo so cheerful and happy. I have been on a week long North Carolina beach house trip and for this Calif gal it was a long trip. I am still playing catch-up with sleep, household duties,blogging and emails. Good to see you on my blog this morn. Always happy when I see your name. Have a good week, friend,Kathysue

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  25. Love your blog just found it. I'm from MI but now live in AZ. Love that mall! I sent your blog to my MI friends.

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  26. It's good to know that all is well. I was concerned that there might have been more ominous reasons for your break. I have that Kate Spade box myself. I wonder if we bought the same necklace....Best wishes for a happy Canada day!

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  27. I got caught up in your music and listened for a long time. It is sublime. Thank you.

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  28. So glad you're back, you've been missed!
    Love your ideas with these packages of pretty little things! When are you headed to Cali? I'm waiting :)
    xx

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  29. Absolutely fabulous colors. No gift needed, the box would be an amazing gift.

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  30. oh thank goodness, Sande. For a minute there I was worried. Brilliant color. just beautiful.
    xo Lidy

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  31. Ooo, it's so pretty, I love it. What great colours. How great would it be to receive such a beautifully wrapped gift! x

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  32. Sande,
    This is a great idea! Thank you for the tips.
    Teresa

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  33. Sande so glad to see your new post & know your doing well. A blog break feels good no doubt about it and by the looks of this latest project, you got your creative juices really flowing. The Kate Spade box looks gorgeous wearing Martha. I love the colors.

    Happy belated Canada Day Sande. xx deb

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  34. Good afternoon

    As a matter of fact that is something very catch and very real and unique

    Good work

    Nicole
    Interior Designer London

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  35. wow.. wow!! Simply loved your blog.. I love receiving gifts well wrapped.. and giving gifts that are well wrapped.. Its my passion to go the extra mile to wrap a gift... No matter what the gift is.. or how much the value.. the wrapping sure does matter...

    I loved ... loved.. loved ... your blog!! Its awesome!

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  36. Sandi -- these are fantastic!

    We had missed you so so much... I kept checking back, waiting patiently for one of my favorite bloggers to return :)

    Warmly,
    Sarah

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  37. I don't scrapbook, but I use just about every scrapbook item I can get my hands on for gifts and paper folding. The sky is the limit! I just discovered your site. Thanks for a lovely visit!

    KJ
    SoCal

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  38. Sande....
    That was me following you around in Michaels...
    By the way...Taylor and I are having nothing to do with the muggy evening outdoors. We are up in my studio on our laptops enjoying your beautiful blog & playing your soundtrack really loud.
    Thank you for giving us a relaxing respite from all the fireworks & happy 4th to you and yours.
    xo Lisa

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  39. Brilliant! I adore the color combination, and putting Kate and Martha together worked out gorgeously, Sande. I know what you mean about the scrapbook aisle at Michael's. I'm not a scrapbooker either, but I love all those pretty packages of flowers and labels and embellishments. I sometimes make handmade books for friends, and I often incorporate scrapbook items and gift wrapping leftovers into the designs--such fun!

    Can't wait to see what other ideas you have in store for us. xoxo Gigi

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  40. Sande you have done it again, and you know how much I love these colors together!!

    Karena
    Art by Karena

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  41. I don't consider myself crafty either, but have many times found myself on the Martha isle of Michaels!!!

    The box you created is spectaclar...and crafty in the most beautiful way possible! Martha is going to try and copy it! :)

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  42. Dear Sande,

    It is always so divine to visit you. Please forgive me for being so remiss of late. Just a quick note to tell you (without your permission, but with credit given where credit is due) I just snatched two pictures from your blog to illustrate a conversation on luxury. You do after all embody the very essence of luxury.

    Hope all is well in your beautiful world.

    Tishxo

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  43. Welcome back, dear Sande!
    I always loved this happy combination of pink and orange. For me it is reminiscent of a vibrant Christian Lacroix coat...It makes a gorgeous gift!
    Wishing you a great week!
    xoxo
    Lala

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  44. Love how this box came out! What a great idea to use these flowers on a box! Brilliant.

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  45. I just discovered your beautiful site and became follower #1006. Look forward to future visits.

    Kate Spade and Martha Stewart ~ the idea made me laugh. They are so different in personality. Beautiful project.

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  46. Hi Sandi,
    I wished I was a little more skilful to make this wrapping myself!! Just gorgeous! And orange is one of my favorite colors!
    Thank you so much for stopping by today!
    xx
    Greet

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  47. everytime i stop by hear i have the urge to get and give beautiful gifts!!! lovely as always your creativity has no limits...

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  48. Just happened upon your blog and I love it! Gift wrapping is one of my many obsessions!! your flowery package turned out lovely!

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