First I found book covers similar in size and color.
Then I sewed laces and crochet pieces together and gathered them to fit the books.
Added glittered letters...
Then...no project is complete without a little jewelry!!
Pretty butterflies for Spring happiness!
And Voila!
A pretty pastel Easter Garland!
I've also done a bit of embroidery work while recuperating from a minor surgery...here's what I've been working on...
Not sure what I'll do with these pieces yet...maybe put them on a purse or tote bag...
Hugs, Catherine
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I probably won't decorate until April, because I only have one spot that I do seasonal decor. This year there is Mardi Gras, and St. Patrick's, because Easter is late. I do go all out for Christmas, though it is much less than most.
ReplyDeleteI love your sign! Your embroidery is gorgeous!
Beautiful Easter garland! I love all the pretties.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful work.
ReplyDeleteWow, this is gorgeous. What a beautiful banner. Thanks tons for linking to Inspire Me. Hugs, Marty
ReplyDeleteI've been thinking about Easter lately too - is it too early to start decorating? Not in my book!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful!!!
ReplyDeleteCatherine, I love your embroidery pieces! I am putting out Spring now, but won't pull Easter out until April. It's later this year and I like that. Your book banner is darling and I love the colors! Hope you are recovering well! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
ReplyDeletehugs,
Jann
How pretty!
ReplyDeleteI have always been a fan of old books, but you have taken that to another level.
Enjoyed visiting!
Laura
WSP
Hello Catherine!!
ReplyDeleteWell, I'm a lover of old books, laces, and especially pastel crocheted pieces, so your beautiful banner just ticked off so many of my favorite boxes that I'm drooling!!! LOVE IT!!!
You did such a beautiful job on that!!! It's by far one of the best looking banners I've ever seen. I'm so honored that you shared it with us for the Pearls and Lace Party!!!!
Hope you have a lovely spring!!
Blessings,
Doni
Very pretty!
ReplyDeleteSo wonderful to have you at Seasonal Sundays. Looking forward to having you join this weekend as well!
- Alma, The Tablescaper
Love hoe the banner looks. Would never have thought about using the book covers!
ReplyDeleteI love your use of book covers in the garland! Such a neat idea! I'm fond of the butterflies too. :) What a beautiful project! I just got out my Easter decor this weekend and hope to photograph it and get a blog post up this week. I love spring!
ReplyDeleteThis is simply beautiful! Love it! Hugs and blessings, Cindy
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness, that is so pretty! I love antique book covers also. They always draw me to look inside. Thank you for stopping in at Cranberry Morning and for following! I'm always sad too to see family Bibles not kept in the family or appreciated by successive generations.
ReplyDeleteFollowing via GFC and Feedly. :-)
ReplyDeleteYour banner is Spring perfect! Love the lace and pastel color. The touch of jewels make it fabulous.
ReplyDeleteHappy Spring.............
It took me a minute to realize these were book covers...How incredibly clever. I love your tattered and decadent style....
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pastel colors! Very nice Easter project. Have a nice weekend. M.
ReplyDeleteYour banner is awesome! Love that you used book covers. Thanks so much for sharing at Vintage Charm.
ReplyDeletethis beautiful! old book covers are so charming..and so many pretty embellishments! wow. such creativity. thank you for the inspiration.
ReplyDeleteTamara <3