Friday, January 13, 2023

Really Reasonable Ribbon January 2023 Blog Hop

    

Welcome to the Really Reasonable Ribbon January Blog Hop!

You should be coming to my blog from Ginny's Blog After visiting me hop on to Kathy's Blog next! (The full blog list is at the end of the post.)

At the end of the hop, comment on the RRR Blog post, answering the question listed, for a chance to win the Ribbon Club Assortment shown below. The Design Team appreciates your comments, too! 
The January Ribbon Club is called Sweetheart Assortment. I confess that I am not ready for Valentine's décor quite yet! But, needs must, as they say. I love this assortment of pink, red, and white! I am pretty traditional when it comes to holiday decorations and stick to traditional colors most of the time. 

For my project this month, I made a home décor piece that I have been wanting to try for a while now! 
I keep seeing cute décor items made to look like a stack of little books, and they are super cute. But they are so expensive for what you get! I decided I could make them with my stash of supplies and some wood blocks I found on Amazon, and ta da! 

I got a set of four wood blocks (3" x 5" size) for less than a pre-decorated item I saw at Hobby Lobby. {I also bought a set of four wood blocks in the 6" x 4" size. Because, why not?!?}
I covered the wood blocks with paper from my stash, because I am STILL trying to use what I have on hand. This paper collection is called Kissing Booth from Simple Stories, released in 2018! It was still sealed and in pristine condition! I mean, gang...really! 
I wrapped and secured the ribbons around the blocks then added some bows to the top. I used the 5/8" Pink Taffeta and the 3/8" Retro Truck Valentine on White Satin. That truck ribbon is adorable! 

I added a Red Cottage Rose and two Peach Rose Buds to the top of the bows. I also "sprinkled" a few enamel dots around. 
Here is a view of the back. I created a little 3 1/8" x 4 1/8" card out of black cardstock for the top of the display. I added a little cardstock tab so that I could glue the card to the top of the stack of "books."
I used a few stickers from the paper collection and more enamel dots. 
I plan to place this either onto one of my tiered trays or onto one of my buffet tops to decorate for Valentine's Day. 

My goal this year is to have ONE tiered tray that I can change out with seasonal décor. I am working on a 12-month project to help with this, but because I know myself, I started with the JUNE item in hopes that I can get the June-August pieces finished in time, and then stay ahead. But....best laid plans and all that! I will share that project with you once I am a little further along and can share a good sneak peek! {smile}

That is my inspiration for this month, now, hop over to Kathy's Blog to see what she has for you!

Thanks for joining me for the monthly ribbon hop. Make sure to visit the other team members. And b
e sure to answer Bonnie’s Question of the Month to be entered into a drawing for a FREE Ribbon Club Assortment. 

Here is the RRR Blog Hop Order in case you get lost!
Really Reasonable Ribbon's Ramblings
Ginny
Gloria - YOU ARE HERE!
Kathy
Cheryl
Bonnie
Karen
Really Reasonable Ribbon's Ramblings


Really Reasonable Ribbon Supplies Used:
Bow making tools: Zutter Bow-it-All

Other Supplies Used:
Cardstock: WorldWin Black, Red Hammermill White
Printed paper and stickers: Simple Stories Kissing Booth (2018)
Enamel dots: Eyelet Outlet
Wood blocks: Bright Creations (Amazon HERE
Adhesive: Hot glue, Art Glitter Dries Clear Glue. 3L foam squares
Tools: paper trimmer, craft knife, hot glue gun, WRMK Layer Guide, scissors, bone folder and score board

17 comments:

  1. Such a cool Valentine home dec project Gloria. I love it!!

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  2. Such a cute project!

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  3. I LOVE the card and box and the way you did the ribbon! JUST AWESOME!

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  4. You are so clever!!! I love this idea of having "books" decorated and ready for home decor' is perfect!!! This makes it so fun to make these even for gifts to our loved ones!! LOVE all of these gorgeous ribbons especially all of the pattern ones and that pink taffeta!

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    1. I have decorated actual books that I got free or cheap at yard sales or library sales. I use scrapbook paper to decorate them to match my home décor! But...these little wood blocks are super fun, too! you can paint them and use vinyl cut with the Silhouette or Cricut. Or...whatever. So fun!

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  5. Very pretty home decor. I have a tiered tray too that I want to decorate seasonally.

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  6. Great idea to decorate wood blocks for a Valentine's Day decor! Luv your cute card on top and how you tied everything up with those beautiful RRR!!! Such an accomplishment using up your beautiful paper collection without buying anything new! I must do this! Thanks for the inspiration! Hugs, Suzy Q

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    1. I confess I did buy a bit of new in September at the Ready Set Create event.... hee hee

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  7. What a lovely project and the wood blocks are genius! As always your work is fabulous!

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  8. Lovely projects! I often visit craft stores and take away loads of ideas to try at home.

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  9. Interesting project...love the standing card! Flower and ribbon cluster is so pretty. Nice work!

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  10. Very pretty papers and details! I love the beautiful ribbons!

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  11. What an ingenious idea and clever execution! This projects showcases not only your professional talent but those luscious ribbons too.

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    1. Thank you, Mary! I decided that I was too cheap to pay for pre-decorated things when I can make it myself for $97 of craft tools and supplies. hee hee

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    2. Cute | I'm still laughing...

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  12. Beautiful, love your work

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