Gettin Crafty

today i had some serious target & michael's therapy
new pearl lights for the office- CHECK!
jolly rancher and sweet tart candy canes for the tree- CHECK!

then things got a little tricky, but i like to improvise on DIY projects so here i goooo:)

i couldn't find a paper tree like i wanted, just this HEINOUS green styrafoam one.
but i was on a mission!
first things first, COVER IT UP
1. glue gun a square of red felt to the bottom of the tree
2. cut off the extra at the base
3. i used this paper ribbon stuff to start wrapping the tree
4. add some glue to start and then get wrap wrap wrapping!
(i applied little strips of glue every ten wraps or so to make sure everything stay secured)

5. switch colors whenever you feel like it
keep in mind this project is still "in the works"

now i am using a craft punch in the shape of a tag to possibly make petals for the tree?
i will keep you updated as this tree progresses.....
here is where i got my original idea from:
Lolly Chessie's Famous CP Christmas Trees
isn't that one stupendous?

tomorrow i need to chill in prep for some super fun (heavy sarcasm) tests i'm getting done on thursday so i'm sure i will be crafting away and hopefully sharing:)
xox, rachel

playgarism 9/365

DAY 9/365 on Flickr
playgarism
[a broken typewriter- i pushed down the G,R,S and the V for GetReadySetGo Vintage. i have sparkles in my coffee cup! this photo makes me feel cozy. maybe i should dive into this book for the 20th time. it's Elizabeth Wurtzel's MORE, NOW, AGAIN]

back in a bit with other news
xox, rachel

impromptu christmas tree?

impromptu christmas tree?
Originally uploaded by zebra.paperclip

happy monday:)
i have a photoshoot today, completely unrelated to the shop, and i'm looking forward to it. abandoned houses watch out... here we come! before i get on with everything i thought i would share with you one of my Flickr Favorites. it's Pretty Pure Magical Sweetness. christmas lights are my best friend.
hope everyone had a great weekend. i believe my blog's first GIVEAWAY is about to drop THIS THURSDAY..... stay tuned.
XO, rachel
p.s.- click the photo to see it up close and perfectfull