A Fragrant Valentine

Here's a little something that will last long after the flowers and candy are gone . . . fragrant sachets filled with lavender and decorated with a glittery heart.    And they couldn't be easier to make.

Begin with a trip to your local craft store for the organdy bags.  You'll find them in the wedding section.  To keep the organdy bag from slipping and sliding, place a piece of card stock inside. Trace the open Heart stencil (LS80) on to Double Stick Mounting Paper.  Cut it out, remove the protective layer on one side and adhere it to the organdy bag.  Remove the remaining piece of protective paper and cover with glitter.  I like to use Glitter Ritz Microfine Glitter as it adheres well and doesn't rub off. Tap off the excess glitter then rub the glittered heart with your finger.    Remove the card stock stiffener and fill the bag with dried lavender,  a fragrant potpourri or, if you use a larger bag, Hershey's kisses or other small candies fit just fine.  Pull the strings and tie into a knot or bow, depending on the length of the ribbon.  And there you have it.

There's still time to submit a project for this month's challenge.  Check here for the details and then link your project to Dreamweaver's Dream it Up! blog using Mr. Linky.    For more inspiration, check the rest of the Dream Team blogs:

 Pam Hornschu  
 Laura Drahozal 
 Louise Healy 
 Wendy Jordan  
Terrece Siddoway 
Kristi Van Doren 
Georgia Sommers
 Lee Kellogg 
Liz Martin. . . you're here
Cyndi Bundy 
Cherylynn Moser 
Jessie Hurley

BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE.  The Dream Team is going to the winter Craft and Hobby Association trade show where 16 – that's right, 16 – new stencil designs will be released.   We're so excited about them we're going to be showing sneak peeks beginning this coming Monday, January 23.  Then, every day throughout the week, there will be a post showcasing a new design.   These stencils are so much fun to work with, I can't wait to show you. 

So don't wait until next Thursday to stop by, 'cause if you do, you'll have missed all the fun and excitement of the earlier sneak peeks.

See you Monday,
Liz