Thursday, November 17, 2011

Friends of Waltzingmouse Stamps Blog Waltz

I am happy to be a part of this month's Christmas- themed Waltzingmouse Stamps blog waltz. You can find the list of participants in a thread by visisting the forum here.


I LOVE the  gorgeous typography and wonderful sentiments in Seasonal Remedies. Envisioning these labels on old grain sacks,  I decided to make some little rustic gift bags.



 First, I stitched some burlap bags that measure 4x5 and ran some jute twine through the casing. Next I cut some muslin squares and stitched around the edges with red thread; the frayed edges add to the rusticity--ok, so I just made up a word. Then I stamped the image with red dye ink. I attached the stamped muslin squares to the burlap bags with 1/8 inch score taped placed beneath the stitching--easy peasy.

Felt holly and berries along with rusty bells add a little more Christmas cheer. Now these little homespun bags are ready to be filled with a glassine bag of homebaked cookies, hot chocolate packets, a gift card, or even sparkling jewels :).


Supplies:
Stamps:Seasonal Remedies (Waltzingmouse Stamps)
Ink: Jenny Bowlin Chili Powder (Ranger)
Other: Simply Chartreuse and Pure Poppy felt, Holly Jolly die (PTI)
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32 comments:

  1. Deborah FringsNovember 17, 2011 at 6:22 AM

    What a fabulous idea! I do like the hessian bags and the stitched labels look brilliant.

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  2. InkyfingersNovember 17, 2011 at 6:41 AM

    These are fabulous and thank you for your details on making them. The stamping on the muslin is awesome.

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  3. ~ Ali Robertson ~November 17, 2011 at 9:14 AM

    Oh they are just perfect. Fabulous idea!

    Ali x

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  4. PaulineNovember 17, 2011 at 9:27 AM

    What perfectly wonderful gift bags, they are amazing!!

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  5. SharronNovember 17, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    Oh, Cammie--I love your little homespun creations! What a wonderful idea--this is a fantastic way to use the Seasonal Remedies sentiments!

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  6. ReneeNovember 17, 2011 at 10:39 AM

    I die!!
    And now know what I'm going to do with 2 yards of burlap in my craft closet...
    these are fabulous!!
    And I think rusticity is a real word...
    I say it all the time...
    *giggle*

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  7. Mona PendletonNovember 17, 2011 at 10:45 AM

    Oh dear Cammie! What sweet little treat bags! Thanks for the inspiration!

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  8. Jeanne J. November 17, 2011 at 10:51 AM

    Cammie - So original! Your bags are such a fab idea! Love it!

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  9. Julia AstonNovember 17, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    What wonderful burlap treat bags Cammie! love the label you stamped and the pretty holly and beads!

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  10. Super JenNovember 17, 2011 at 11:02 AM

    So unique and stylish!

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  11. ClareNovember 17, 2011 at 11:29 AM

    JUST brilliant!! I love your hessian bags! They look amazing!

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  12. Karen H.November 17, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    Those little bags are so adorable! I love the little holly accents and bells on the strings. Great details!

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  13. Tara CardwellNovember 17, 2011 at 12:17 PM

    How brilliant are these?!?!? Just fabulous!

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  14. BethieJNovember 17, 2011 at 1:20 PM

    LOVE THESE! I NEED burlap! What a FUN little treat bag!! Thanks for the FUN idea.. need to PIN it! :)
    Have a GREAT day! Happy Waltzing!

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  15. Tosha LeyendekkerNovember 17, 2011 at 1:51 PM

    What charming little gift bags!! LOVE them!!

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  16. Lynn MercurioNovember 17, 2011 at 2:01 PM

    What a truly brilliant idea. Such a fun homespun feel to these great little bags. Well done!

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  17. Jacqueline SmithNovember 17, 2011 at 3:08 PM

    Love the little rustic bags idea! Very Cute!

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  18. BumblebeeNovember 17, 2011 at 4:58 PM

    Wow, these bags are so cute, love the little holly especially!

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  19. UnknownNovember 17, 2011 at 5:38 PM

    SQUEAL!!!!! these are fabulous!!!!!

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  20. Kelly S.November 17, 2011 at 8:11 PM

    LOOOOOVE these, Cammie! They are the sweetest creations, and make me think of Laurie Ingalls Wilder going to the Olsen's Mercantile to get some penny candy! Beautiful stamped, stitched, and embellished, and sooo creative!

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  21. Cathy WeberNovember 17, 2011 at 8:12 PM

    I think that "rusticity" really sums it up perfectly! Cammie, they are so pretty and just about the most creative thing I've seen. I love all the little details you put into these little sacks, such a great job.

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  22. DebNovember 17, 2011 at 9:48 PM

    These are wonderful! What a fabulous idea!

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  23. LaurieJNovember 17, 2011 at 10:40 PM

    Oh my goodness, these little gift bags are just fabulous! So creative. And festive!

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  24. Karin ÅkesdotterNovember 18, 2011 at 11:49 AM

    Thanks so much for sharing these wonderful bags! I just downloaded one of your pictures so I'll remember for the future - will let you know if/when I case them - LOVE them!

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  25. Helen BerryNovember 18, 2011 at 1:33 PM

    Cammie, my eyes lit up when I saw the photos of your projects. These are wonderful little rustic gift bags - love the texture of the burlap, felt and cotton muslin together and that image stamped in red ties it all together perfectly. Those little rusty jingle bells finish them off perfectly-thanks for the inspiration - can't wait to try something similar.

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  26. Jen CuthbertsonNovember 18, 2011 at 1:43 PM

    What wonderful little treat sacks! Amazing project!!

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  27. JoyceNovember 18, 2011 at 4:56 PM

    These are amazing. What a clever idea. I am laughing at your description of sewing the bags-easy-peasy. You have clearly never met someone who substitutes a glue gun for a needle and thread (I'm sewing-challenged). In my wildest dreams, I couldn't replicate this, but thanks for the inspiration.

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  28. rudlisNovember 18, 2011 at 7:33 PM

    Wow, this is absolutely stunning.
    Thanks for visiting my blog and your kind words.

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  29. Kim HegginsNovember 18, 2011 at 7:42 PM

    What a wonderful idea! Just too adorable.

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  30. KaryNovember 18, 2011 at 9:39 PM

    Hi Cammie! These bags are really fabulous!! Love the size and how you decorated them. You are so talented!! Great job!!

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  31. TerriNovember 22, 2011 at 1:09 PM

    What a great idea! Super cute. I hope you have a great Thanksgiving!

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  32. NerinaDecember 31, 2011 at 7:47 PM

    Oh these are *gorgeous* - I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the fabric mix and the homespun happy feeling! They would be perfect for gifting anything that fits inside!

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