This is a project I made way back in the beginning of September.
My friend saw me coloring this Lili of the Valley fairy image, On Tiptoe, and exclaimed how the colors matched the quilt she was making for her little granddaughter, so I decided to make it up extra pretty for gift giving.
It’s colored with Copic markers on Classic White cardstock and embellished with flowers and flourishes. The larger purple flower with the pearl center is a Prima, but the roses are a Wal-Mart find from a long time ago. I’ll list all the ingredients in the recipe at the end, but for a quick reference, these are the Spellbinders dies I used (cut in my Grand Calibur):
- Classic Squares Large S4-126
- Lacey Squares S4-295
- Twisted Metal Tags and Accents S5-071
- Nested Lacey Pennants S5-029
The finished product is sprinkled overall with fairy dust (Stickles Stardust Glitter Glue) and the Lacey Square is dotted with a rather inexpert application of Ranger Liquid Pearls. The fairy’s red hair -- you guessed it -- matches the hair of the adorable little girl who will receive the card and quilt.
Ordinarily I like to keep my cards envelope-able (I know, not a real word). Even if they require extra postage for hand cancelling, I like them to be ready to mail in an envelope, rather than a bubble pack or box. In this case, however, I knew the card would be hand-delivered, so I was free to indulge myself. I made a little window box for the card:
The construction of the box is not a new concept, but I’ve included a brief tutorial with measurements, photos, etc. for the sake of keeping it all in one place (and in case I make more lumpy cards in the future, I’ll have these instructions to refer to).
Box bottom:
- Cut cardstock 6 1/2” square (to fit a 5 1/4” square card).
- Score all four sides at 1/2”.
- Cut each end to score line as shown below.
- Fold into box shape and tape closed with flaps to the inside (I used Scor-Tape).
Box top:
- Cut top 1/16” larger – 6 9/16” square.
- Proceed same as box bottom – score all four sides at 1/2” and clip ends. Do not fold and tape yet.
- To create window, center die on box top (I used the smallest die of the Spellbinders Grand Squares LF-126).
- Cut and emboss.
- Apply Scor-Tape to inside around window.
- Cut acetate or clear cardstock (I used Flourishes Clear Cover Cardstock) 5 1/4” square.
- Adhere to inside of box top.
- Now it’s ready to tape into a box shape and decorate.
I used more roses and glitter and shapes from Spellbinders Twisted Metal Tags and Accents, as well as pearls, metallic ribbon, and the Martha Stewart branch punch. I also embossed two of the box top surface ends with a Cuttlebug Organic Flourish border folder. With the Grand Calibur, embossing can be accomplished by sandwiching the folder between the Grand Calibur cutting plate and a Cuttlebug B plate. Very easy!
Thanks for hanging in there with me and my erratic posting! Bless all your little hearts, and I’ll see you again soon.
Stamps: On Tiptoes (Lili of the Valley fairy image), Warm Words (SU! sentiment) Paper: Pink Pirouette, Barely Banana (Stampin’ Up!), Wisteria (Memory Box), Flourishes Classic White cardstock and Clear Cover Cardstock, Prima Sweet Fairy designer paper Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black, Copic markers for coloring Accessories: Flowers, pearls, ribbon, decorative pearl brad, Martha Stewart branch punch, Stickles Glitter Glue, Cuttlebug Organic Flourish embossing folder, Spellbinders dies as listed above, Scotch brand foam mounting tape
Your little fairy is adorable!
I love all the colors you used-you are so talented!!!
Posted by: Joanna McDonald | 10/24/2011 at 04:11 AM
Love the red hair-lots going on with this card-she will love it, I am sure.
Thanks for the box instructions.
Posted by: Bev J. | 10/24/2011 at 05:58 AM
Oh, Leslie, I love all the bright, girly colors, the fairy dust, and tilted frame. You are one awesome artist, my lady! Cute box, too. This is a fabby card, but my money is on it becoming a framed piece of art in that lucky little girl's bedroom. ~Hugs, Cheryl
Posted by: Cheryl Lea | 10/24/2011 at 07:16 AM
Oh my that was so sweet of you to make this for her granddaughter and my is it ever just the sweetest... lovely coloring and just love the flower arranging too. Gorgeous box for it to be presented in too, she is going to feel pretty special getting these gifts!
Posted by: conniecrafter | 10/24/2011 at 07:48 AM
Absolutely beautiful Leslie! Some little girl is going to be thrill by your wonderful creation. I'm betting Wally likes it too.
Posted by: Tammy Hair | 10/24/2011 at 09:25 AM
Oh my... this is precious. I think this is just about the prettiest card I've ever seen; and the box; what a beautiful box! The little red-haired girl is so lucky. Wouldn't it be lovely if every grandmother had their own creative and generous Leslie. Nicely done.
Posted by: Francie (Montreal) | 10/24/2011 at 09:56 AM
This is so pretty! I know your friend and her granddaughter will cherish this!
Posted by: Trina | 10/24/2011 at 09:58 AM
such a cute image - precious
Have a great day
Posted by: yogi | 10/24/2011 at 10:10 AM
Leslie, what a beautiful card. Lucky the little
girl who receives it along with grandma's quilt!
Love the red hair....looks my my grandnwphew #2 is
going to be a redhead, so I'm partial! Thanks,
too, for the box making tutorial. It may come in
very handy this holiday season. Hope to see
another post again soon!
Posted by: Sherry in MI | 10/24/2011 at 11:02 AM
Fabulous! Oh so "girly" and just a pretty as can be.
Posted by: Ida | 10/24/2011 at 12:05 PM
Well....I suppose I'm biased towards redheads...my nickname is Copperknob...haaaa!....and this is a stunner of a creation, Leslie....love all the little details that make it so special....well done!!
Posted by: Anne-Marie | 10/24/2011 at 01:21 PM
Little miss red head is going to love this creation Leslie!! The colors are so vibrant and your embellishments just add to this work of art! I love that you added stickles to it. It just makes the fairy more "fairy!" LOL!!
Posted by: velta | 10/24/2011 at 01:39 PM
Oh my gosh, Leslie! The card is super beautiful and then you added the box for it! Spectacular!
Posted by: Lynette | 10/24/2011 at 04:30 PM
Wow! Stunning! Gorgeous! The entire thing is a gift in itself.
Posted by: SueB | 10/24/2011 at 05:17 PM
OMG Leslie.....this is an adorable and to be treasured gift in itself. Your work of art is so creative,colorful,feminine and FILLED with beautiful embellishments. What a creative idea to make a window box for your hand-deliverd card. TFS your work of art :-)
Posted by: nancy littrell | 10/24/2011 at 05:49 PM
Lovely card - such a sweet little image. I'm keeping the instructions for the card box - just perfect for those decorated cards. Thanks so much!!
Posted by: Elaine Moore | 10/24/2011 at 07:41 PM
WOW Leslie! She is ADORABLE! I love the Stickles and her red is is perfect for that little girl who will love her handmade goodies. So happy to see you back crafting again. :)
Hugs~
Posted by: Heather Jensen | 10/24/2011 at 08:24 PM
Being a HUGE fan of yours, I'm always so impressed at all the detail you incorporate into your projects. This card is lovely, but I really love the box. So many of my cards are 6 X 6 and I need a cool idea to use about shipping. This window box is a really cute idea and I will be using it often!
Posted by: Glenda | 10/25/2011 at 03:39 AM
OMGoodness Miss Leslie! this is so Darned Adorable! I so Love LOTV images! And you've colored this one up so Beautifully! Love the Gorgeous dp's and embellies you used in your Wonderful card LO. And the Box is Fabulous! Thanks so much for the Fab instructions and inspiration!
Hugs
Shannon
Posted by: Shannon White | 10/25/2011 at 03:03 PM
Leslie, this is just so pretty. I'm sure the little girl will absolutely love to receive this card. What gorgeous colours and all the embellishments are a wonderful match.
Posted by: Leigh | 10/25/2011 at 05:15 PM
Oh my...what a fun project! All the special touches you have added will make this a treasured creation for sure! I love this fun window type of card!
Posted by: Sue Kment | 10/25/2011 at 10:33 PM
That's one lucky granddaughter! She'll have 2 beautiful keepsakes to enjoy for a long time! Picture perfect coloring and amazing details!
Posted by: Linda Carson | 10/25/2011 at 10:34 PM
leslie this is vibrant and adorable. She is going to love it. Thanks for the instructions on the box. I am going to try this. How is Wally doing? Hope he is enjoying all the extra time with mom. :0)
Posted by: Stacy aka Twinshappy | 10/26/2011 at 07:37 AM
This is so sweet, Leslie! So many beautiful details! I really like the tilted frame! Honestly, I really like the entire thing! It's fabulous!
Posted by: Michele Boyer | 10/26/2011 at 06:38 PM
This is really great Leslie. I love the frame box. It is perfect for this card. I wouldn't want to give this one away. Great job.
Posted by: Dawn Burnworth | 10/27/2011 at 05:30 AM
This is so scrumptious!! I love the sweetness of the image and the pink and the coloring and the sparkle. And then to top it off with that wonderful box. LOVE it, Leslie!! Hand delivering does have its advantages!
Posted by: Susan (rainy) | 10/29/2011 at 07:25 PM
Oh...that is the sweetest, Leslie!! So soft and pretty, with just the right touches of sparkle and details!! I love your window box as well! Thanks for the tutorial!
Posted by: Rose Ann | 11/01/2011 at 05:41 PM
A very lovely project. I love the little fairy, very well colored.
Posted by: Lily's Treasures | 11/04/2011 at 04:13 AM