Thursday, 30 October 2014

Amazon Folder Inspired by Julie Ann Lee for Paper Artsy


I've been working on a big project over the last couple of days, the gorgeous inspiration of Julie Ann Lee! I don't need to go into too much detail on what I have done as you can see Julie Ann's instructions over on the Paper Artsy blog here and on her own blog here. I have almost completely copied her, except where I didn't have exactly the same items as I was so impressed with the originality of the idea and the composition and choice of colours. We've had loads of these Amazon folders over the years and I have never thought to recyle them before but they are perfect, as you get a fold out pocket inside to tuck a present, and you can peel off layers to reveal all the wonderful corrugated texture!

Here's a close up view showing some little seed beads I added to the hearts:-


I thought the turquoise ribbon would be perfect but I didn't have enough. I had some in cream so I painted it with Beach Hut. You can hardly tell the difference!

 I will definitely be making more of these. Such a cool recyling idea. I think I am going to make this into a gift as a stationery or notelet set maybe?

I am entering this into the Inspired by Julie Ann Paper Artsy Challenge.
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14 comments:

  1. Helen30 October 2014 at 19:21

    I love it Lucy! Gorgeous colours, and great stamping/recycling.

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  2. Deborah Wainwright30 October 2014 at 19:21

    Fantastic Lucy such a good make. Love the idea of stationary might have to pinch that one xxx

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  3. Hazel Agnew30 October 2014 at 19:22

    This is yummy Lucy. The hearts jump out at you. I love the colours and textures and it will be a fab present! Xx

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  4. Claire30 October 2014 at 19:26

    Lovely project Lucy! Love those colours together and all the textures too xx

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  5. Doreen30 October 2014 at 20:06

    This is gorgeous,love the fab design.xxx

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  6. Craftyfield30 October 2014 at 20:49

    I loved that project by Julie Ann too but it was too much work... well done for doing it and doing it so well!

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  7. CastleKelly Crafts30 October 2014 at 20:59

    This is really gorgeous, so rich and full of detail. Fab project x

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  8. massofhair30 October 2014 at 21:29

    Spectacular Folder Lucy, wanted to have a play myself but not enough time.

    Your chosen colours are my favourites a perfect place to hide a pressie:-) xxx

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  9. Nikki Acton31 October 2014 at 07:16

    Fabulous rich colours and great design!

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  10. Sid31 October 2014 at 07:49

    Great work Lucy ! Loving your colourway !!

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  11. craftytrog31 October 2014 at 09:25

    This is stunning Lucy, the colours are gorgeous! x

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  12. Julie Lee31 October 2014 at 09:54

    Lucy, this is gorgeous! I really loved looking at it! Those hearts look lovely with the beads. What a great idea to use the ribbon - and doesn't Beach Hut look good, you'd never know! Those bare trees look fantastic and drew my eye immediately! I am so happy that you liked my project and that it inspired you to create this lovely gift. Stationery inside sounds like a brilliant idea! Somebody is going to be very lucky to discover this under the Christmas tree! xxx

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  13. Etsuko31 October 2014 at 11:33

    Amazing project! This is very gorgeous Lucy! xx

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  14. Unknown31 October 2014 at 22:43

    I absolutely love this cover, it's such a great idea x

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