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Saturday, 7 November 2020

More autumn leaves - made from paper and cardboard

I recently bought a new Sizzix Bigz dies called Tattered Leaves.  I noticed that my seasonal tree was looking a bit sparse, so  decided some extra mixed media leaves would be just the thing.  I cut them out of greyboard which was recycled from a posting envelope.  I decorated them with book pages, kraft card, inking around the edges with red or orange pigment ink and a bit of gold gilding polish for a touch of richness.  On one, (top right in the photo), I covered kraft card with gilding flakes. 
I used a leaf vein embossing folder to give the backs some interest and the inking and gilding wax too.  I am really pleased with how they turned out and they have livened up the seasonal tree.
They go well with the felt leaves I made, using my own felt, a few years ago.  You can also see the November ATC in the middle of the tree. 

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10 comments:

  1. Elephant's Child7 November 2020 at 20:34

    As a confirmed tree hugger I LOVE your leaves.

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    1. Ellie Foster7 November 2020 at 22:52

      Thanks, EC. They were a joy to make and they have made the seasonal tree look so much better.
      Best wishes
      Ellie

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  2. sustainablemum10 November 2020 at 17:36

    They are so lovely! I have some knitted leaves on my seasonal tree, I had not thought of making them with any other materials. You have got me thinking now.......

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    1. Ellie Foster10 November 2020 at 19:41

      Thanks, sustainablemum. It was my husband's idea to make these and I think they look really good with the other seasonal decorations. If you don't have any dies, there are lots of leaf patterns on the internet, or you could use a real leaf for inspiration.
      I look forward to seeing what you make.
      Best wishes
      Ellie

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  3. Jo12 November 2020 at 17:26

    Those are rather gorgeous. They would make lovely gift tags. Jo x

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    1. Ellie Foster12 November 2020 at 21:36

      Thanks, Jo. I hadn't thought of that, but yes, they absolutely would, though there wouldn't be a huge amount of room for writing. 'To' and 'from' would fit on there.
      Great idea!
      Best wishes
      Ellie

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  4. rachel29 November 2020 at 19:54

    Beautiful - what a fabulous idea! Thanks for joining us at CountryView Crafts and good luck! Hugs rachel xx

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    1. Ellie Foster30 November 2020 at 09:32

      Thanks, Rachel. This was a really enjoyable project and was a great way of adding to my seasonal decorations.
      Best wishes
      Ellie

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  5. Maria13 December 2020 at 20:22

    Such a thoughtful idea and they look great on your seasonal tree.

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    1. Ellie Foster13 December 2020 at 21:54

      Thanks, Maria. They worked well and I an use them every year.
      Best wishes
      Ellie

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