Then I received a lovely, vintage table cloth and it ignited a spark of creativity.
I scanned a section of the table cloth and added the words in Photoshop. I added three vintage buttons to finish off the card. This is exactly the inspiration I was waiting for.
Here is the inspirational table cloth.
This is linked to:
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Wow, how clever... and beautiful!
ReplyDeleteTania
so beautiful! I have never scanned my vintage linens before. I might just have to scan some now though!
ReplyDeleteOne of my passions is vintage tablecloths....this is such a unique way to use one!!!! Ihave to try this....what size scanner did you use, just a regular one???? Incredible idea! Thank you!
ReplyDeleteMy two loves, paper crafts and vintage tablecloths!
ReplyDeleteI need to try this with some of my grandmother's tablecloths. What a great idea!
Buffie
http://scrappingwithbuffie.blogspot.com/
Hi Sandy,
ReplyDeleteI just used my regular Epson printer/scanner. While the tablecloth was still folded, I took a sheet of 8.5"x11" cardstock and placed it behind the section I wanted to scan. This helped to keep the linen straight as well as keep any other parts of the linen from showing through the white areas. Glad that you like this idea.
Now, that is a fabulous idea! What a beautiful card! I know she loved it! Thanks for sharing this week!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous cloth and card! LOVE vintage table linens! I hope you'll stop by the Pretty Packages Party and share this.
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Smiles!
Jami
What a wonderful idea!! Thank you for sharing and a happy birthday to your sister!
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Ann
Love this idea. The vintage tablecloths have such wonderful graphics.
ReplyDelete~Heidi
Wonderful inspiration source. Visiting from Rook No. 17.
ReplyDeleteWOW..what an amazing idea..and loving that table cloth..That is so cool what you did.
ReplyDeleteHi, Lynda, I'm Holly! This is a nifty idea! I've seen it done with vintage hankies, too. Hey, how about doilies? That would be cute- although not as colorful. ♥
ReplyDeleteI LOVE this idea! There's nothing prettier than a vintage tablecloth, and I never would have thought about doing something like this. The possibilities are endless!
ReplyDeleteHappy REDnesday,
Carol
You are sooo creative, Lynda! That gorgeous table cloth coupled with your ingenious idea produced a beautiful one-of-a-kind card for your sister.
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking the loveliness to my party.
Liz @ the Brambleberry Cottage
http://thebrambleberrycottage.blogspot.com/
Thanks for linking up!
ReplyDeleteJust precious! I'm always amazed at people's creativity.
ReplyDeleteThat is beautiful and very thoughtful!
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking up to Making It With Allie! I can't wait to see what you have for next week!
AllieMakes.Blogspot.com
I absolutely adore this project! I am hosting a Springtime Craft and Project linky party today and I would love it if you would particpate.
ReplyDeleteThere is a giveaway involved. :)
Great idea - I would never have thought of scanning a vintage piece of fabric but what a great way to use it without cutting it up.
ReplyDeleteI love the idea of scanning fabric. What a beautiful card!
ReplyDeleteSO GREAT! Fantastic idea such a sweet and special card.
ReplyDeleteSo pretty!!! And such a great idea to scan the fabric!! Thanks for linking to Fancy This Fridays!!! :)
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! What a beautiful creative epiphany to scan the vintage tablecloth. The buttons are the perfect dimensional accent!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your creativity and inspiration on "A Little Birdie Told Me..." at Rook No. 17!
Jenn
Love this idea Lynda! You sister is lucky :-)
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