Friday Focus: Prima Memory Hardware

Hello! I wish a warm welcome to all of our crafty family at the Frilly and Funkie Blog! I hope you're enjoying sunny summer days and happy times with loved ones. It's Nancy here, and I couldn't be more excited to share the Friday Focus on Prima Memory Hardware with you. That means for the next two weeks all Prima Memory Hardware Products will be available at an additional 15% discount at The Funkie Junkie Boutique!  

I have a love affair with all things Prima. I don't think anyone can have enough of it in their craft stash. Not only is it beautiful, but everything they make is superior quality. I was a bit panicked over what to create, as I had to place my Memory Hardware mini album project on hold when I unexpectedly ran out of the paper collection I was working with. The panic only lasted for about two seconds, because this is Prima, and the creative possibilities are absolutely endless. I switched gears and decided to go with a wall hanging, which I am sharing with you today!     

You'll find Prima Memory Hardware products throughout this project, as well as this beautiful Prima Rose Quartz paper collection that is new to me. There was actually a little snag with my order and I received this paper collection instead of the one I was working with. It turned out to be a wonderful blessing, because these new papers are so lovely and such a dream to work with. I am beyond picky about the papers I use, and Prima papers live up to my expectations in every way. Each layer of paper is distressed and stitched together, then mounted on two layers of  heavy cardstock. 

The Prima Memory Hardware Resin Frame is painted with Memory Hardware Antoinette Pink Artisan Powder and Tim Holtz Distress Paints. Artisan Powder mixes perfectly with the paints to create this custom color for the frame. True story: I put the leftover paint in the refrigerator in a clear plastic cup for later use. My husband thought it was yogurt and had a big spoonful ready to put in his mouth. I stopped him just in time!

Memory Hardware Pearls are scattered throughout the floral arrangement. In Charleston a pearl necklace is a wardrobe staple. A strand of pearls can go with everything, even jeans and a t-shirt. The same is true of craft projects! Pearls add an elegant, feminine touch to everything you create. 

The flowers are a mixture of handmade and purchased from Linda's shop. You can find a tutorial for my handmade wildflowers here on the blog. A Memory Hardware Vintage Trinket is tucked inside the bouquet. You can place any design or photo inside the trinket frame, making them perfect to tailor to your needs. 

The resin corners are from Prima's Shabby Chic Vintage Treasures, and are also available in Linda's shop.   

Thank you so much for taking a peek at my little wall hanging. I hope you'll enjoy using these lovely Prima products as much as I do. Not that we need an excuse to shop for crafty goodies, but with a 15% discount through July 6th, who can resist? I send warm wishes for a wonderful summer with your loved ones. I'm taking a short break from the design team to attend to family matters, but I'm already looking forward to returning in January. In the meantime I'll still be hanging around y'all's blogs taking in all the fabulous inspiration!  

Hugs,

Nancy

Ranger Inkssentials Non-Stick Craft Sheet	Tim Holtz Tonic Studios 9.5" Titanium Scissors	Ranger Inkssentials Glossy Accents	Tim Holtz Tonic Studios Kushgrip Snip w/Non-Stick Blade & Cap	Ranger Inkssentials Wonder Tape - 1/2"
Maja Design 6x6" Scrapbook Paper Stack - Coffee in the Arbour	CutterPiller Pro Precision Paper Trimmer- 12"	Sizzix® Accessory - Cutting Pads, Standard, 1 Pair	Sizzix® Accessory - Precision Base Plate for Wafer-Thin Dies	Ranger ADHESIVE - WHITE FOAM ROLL 1/2" X 1/16"x 2.1 YDS.
Dina Wakley Media 4 Piece Artist Brush Set	Ranger Inkssentials Kraft Cardstock 8.5 X 11	Sizzix Alterations Die - Mini Tattered Florals Movers and Shapers Die by Tim Holtz	Sizzix Alterations Tim Holtz Tattered Florals Die	Mixed White/Cream Tone Mulberry Paper Trellis Roses - 35mm SAA-099
Heartfelt Creations - Deluxe Flower Shaping Set	Ranger Inkssentials Mini Mister	(March Pre-order) Prima Marketing A4 Paper Pad - Rose Quartz	(February Pre-order) Prima Memory Hardware Resin Frames- Chantilly Royal	Prima Memory Hardware Pearls
Prima Marketing Memory Hardware Vintage Trinkets - Bourdeilles	prima memory hardware artisan powder antionette pink	Prima Embellishments Shabby Chic Resin Treasures Marvelle	Melissa Frances 4" Scroll Clip Hanger	Tim Holtz Ranger Distress Paint - Milled Lavender
Tim Holtz Ranger Distress Paint - Victorian Velvet	Tim Holtz Ranger Distress Paint - Antique Linen	Prima Art Basics - Heavy Gesso - White 17 fl. oz.

Friday Focus on Maja Design: Bless this Nest!

Hello! Welcome to the Friday Focus at the Frilly and Funkie Blog. It's Nancy, and I have the privilege of sharing my love of Maja Design Papers with you. Today it is all about the paper. In honor of  the Friday Focus Linda is offering an additional 15% discount on all Maja Design Products at The Funkie Junkie Boutique for the next two weeks! 

My intention is to show you as many of their beautiful patterns and collections as possible in one project. A series of ATC's came to mind, but I with the beauty of spring all around, my thoughts drifted to Easter eggs. I have something new for you: ATE's, aka Artist Trading Eggs! Each one is a bit similar, but also a bit different. Each one gives you a glimpse of a different paper or collection from Maja Design. These little ATE's will make the perfect addition to any Easter basket or spring decor. 

Of course, it is impossible to include every collection and every pattern. For that I would need to do post every day for the next couple of years (or more!). What it comes down to is that you can't go wrong with Maja Design products. They manufacture the most high quality, unique, and versatile papers I've ever worked with. The colors are rich and brilliant. The collections are designed to work together, so you can mix and match to your heart's content. Each gorgeous sheet is double sided and durable. I sew on them, distress them, apply moisture, and bake them regularly and they can stand up to every thing I throw at them. 

You'll find a complete supply list for this project at the bottom of the post. The flower tutorial for this project (Wildflowers in Winter) can be found here on the Frilly and Funkie Blog. Once you have assembled your flowers you are ready to assemble your eggs. 

If you don't have an egg die, the free online pattern for the egg can be found here with many thanks to whataboutmimi.com! You can resize the pattern in your photo editing software as needed. Cut one egg from chipboard and another from a piece of  Maja Design patterned paper. Adhere the patterned paper egg to the chipboard egg. 

Now for the really fun step. Embellish as desired! Adhere your chosen sentiment, flower, leaves, or whatever flourish dies you have on hand. Personalize each egg in any way you wish. You can even place names on them and use them as place cards at a spring dinner table. Below are several additional photos of completed eggs. 

Thank you so much for joining me! I hope you'll enjoy Maja Design Papers as much as I do. Don't forget to take advantage of the additional 15% discount on all Maja Design Products at The Funkie Junkie Boutique. It's the perfect time to stock up!   

Hugs, 

Nancy  

Ranger Inkssentials Non-Stick Craft Sheet	Tim Holtz Tonic Studios 9.5" Titanium Scissors	Ranger Inkssentials Glossy Accents	Tim Holtz Tonic Studios Kushgrip Snip w/Non-Stick Blade & Cap	Ranger Inkssentials Wonder Tape - 1/2"
CutterPiller Pro Precision Paper Trimmer- 12"	Sizzix® Accessory - Cutting Pads, Standard, 1 Pair	Sizzix® Accessory - Precision Base Plate for Wafer-Thin Dies	Natural Jute Twine	Ranger Wendy Vecchi Archival Ink - Potting Soil
Tim Holtz Stampers Anonymous Grid Blocks XL	Ranger ADHESIVE - WHITE FOAM ROLL 1/2" X 1/16"x 2.1 YDS.	Maja Design 6x6" Scrapbook Paper Stack - Coffee in the Arbour	Maja Design Scrapbook Paper - Vintage Autumn Basics	Maja Design 6x6" Scrapbook Paper Pad - Vintage Autumn Basics
Maja Design Paper - Vintage Summer Basics (Full 30 sheet set)	Sizzix Alterations Tim Holtz Tattered Florals Die	Ranger Inkssentials Mini Mister	Carved Coconut Shell Buttons - 1/2"	Carved Coconut Shell Buttons - 5/8"
Embroidered Sheer Lace - 1/2 Inch Wide	May Arts Crocheted Lace - 5/8" Natural	Natural Jute Mesh (Burlap)	Prima Soft Matte Gel