Friday, January 16, 2015

All you need is LOVE!

All you need is love, love....love is all you need!
Happy Saint Valentine's Day to you!
Ever wonder about the real history of Valentine's Day?
Valentinus was a Roman priest during the reign of Claudius the Goth [Claudius II]. Since he was caught marrying Christian couples and aiding any Christians who were being persecuted under Emperor Claudius in Rome [when helping them was considered a crime], Valentinus was arrested and imprisoned. One legend says, while awaiting his execution, Valentinus restored the sight of his jailer's blind daughter. Another legend says, on the eve of his death, he penned a farewell note to the jailer's daughter, signing it, "From your Valentine."   For even more information, you can click here.

Here are my own creations in honor of St. Valentine's Day.
Antique book covers are the sweet beginning for these banners.  I chose deep reds, pinks and creamy layers of lace for this project. The book covers and the laces are beautifully aged and tattered.  I added silver glittery letters, vintage rhinestone jewelry, silk chiffon roses (that I make on long car trips), and pieces of vintage beaded gowns.  I found lots of rhinestone hearts -- and even a rhinestone bow and arrow - straight from Cupid himself!!




Look at these pretty pearl strands and little heart charms mixed into the laces!  Sweet surprises!
 You can find a tutorial on how to make these HERE.





 Life is short - so celebrate everything - especially LOVE!
Cheers! Catherine
Sharing with these fun linky parties:
Amaze Me Mondays at Dwellings

Inspire Me Monday at My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia

Table it at Rustic and Refined 

Feathered Nest Friday at http://frenchcountrycottage.blogspot.com/

Show and Tell Friday http://romantichome.blogspot.com/



The inspiration Gallery at The Craftberry Bush 


Fridays Unfolded at Nancharrow.com
Inspire me Tuesday at A stroll through life
Vintage Inspiration Party at My Salvaged Treasures
The Scoop at Cedar Hill Farm House

Tweak it Tuesday at Cozy Little House
You're Gonna  Love It (Tuesday) at Kathe with an E
Vintage Inspiration Party (Tuesday) at My Salvaged Treasures
Wow Us Wednesday at Savvy Southern Style
Centerpiece Wednesday at The Style Sisters
Whimsy Wednesday at Simply Designing

 Seasonal Sundays at The Tablescaper
 Share Your Cup Thursday at Jann Olson BlogSpot
Saturday Sparks Linky Party at Pieced Pastimes
 What's It Wednesday at Ivy and Elephants
 Link Party Palooza at Tater Tots and Jello
Shabbilicious Friday at Shabby Art Boutique
Home Sweet Home at The Charm of Home




What to do weekends at Crafts a la mode

Share it One More Time Sunday at One More Time Events


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21 comments:

  1. Lilly's Mom17 January, 2015 10:24

    This is a stunning banner you made! I love the lace embellishment you added and the book cover idea is wonderful. Your mantle looks very Victorian, which is my favorite time period. Simply beautiful!

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  2. Beverly @Across the Blvd17 January, 2015 20:26

    These are beautiful! I found your link on What To Do Weekends Party, It was very eye catching. I love all the little details you included in the banner.

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  3. Julie's Lifestyle18 January, 2015 01:14

    I too love the info on Valentine's Day and the pretty banner you made!

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  4. Christine @ Rustic-Refined20 January, 2015 11:12

    I have never seen a banner like that....it is so romantic!

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  5. The Summer Kitchen Girls21 January, 2015 07:42

    That is so clever! Love those book covers and how you carefully embellished them :) Thanks for the history lesson as well!!!
    Karla & Karrie

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  6. Heather Grow21 January, 2015 12:19

    Your decoration is beautiful. I would have never thought to use book covers like that. Thanks for the history lesson. Happy Valentine's Day.

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  7. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your Home24 January, 2015 02:35

    I've never thought about the origination of Valentine's Day, thanks for sharing that. Truly beautiful, and so creative using the book covers.
    Thanks so much for sharing at AMAZE ME MONDAY.
    Blessings,
    Cindy

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  8. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. Olson26 January, 2015 22:40

    Beautiful Catherine! I love all of the layers of lace and the added goodies are gorgeous! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  9. The Charm of Home28 January, 2015 18:14

    Such a unique garland! Love it! Thank you for joining Home Sweet Home.
    Sherry

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  10. Jennelise28 January, 2015 19:31

    So lovely! What a neat idea! So glad I stopped by!
    Jennelise

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  11. Tarnished Royalty05 February, 2015 10:36

    Oh Catherine, your garland is so sweet! Of course I love anything with old lace, but you did a wonderful job mixing all the media! Happy Valentine's Day! ~Ann
    Tarnished Royalty

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  12. Betsy@My Salvaged Treasures13 February, 2015 16:01

    So pretty and creative! What a clever use for the old book covers and your lace embellishments are gorgeous. Thank you for linking up at Vintage Inspiration Party.

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