Fall Dessert Stand and Fall Characters Decor

Fall is officially here!  This is the time of year that we start thinking about the holidays along with parties, decorating and entertaining. I used Deflecto products for the projects shown below.  Read on, and I will tell you how!

For the 3 tier dessert stand; you will need:

Deflecto:  3-Tier Dessert Stand #20201CR; Versa-grip Double-Clip Sign Holder #20008CR

Cardstock: green, orange, gold, yellow

Die-cut Machine & maple leaf die 

Inkpads:  green, orange, gold, yellow

Wedge Sponges

Adhesives

Instructions:

1.  Follow the instructions in the package to assemble the 3-Tier Dessert Stand.

2.  Cut 3/8" x 12" strips of green cardstock.

3.  Refer to the photos given below.  Cut out the leaves in the given size and colors shown.

4.  Chalk the edges of the leaves using the  inks and sponges.

5.  Refer to the row at the bottom of the page and adhere the leaves to the strips of green paper.

6.  Adhere to the sides of the dessert stand as shown.

For the Witchy-Pooh Character

you will need:

Deflecto: Mini Sign Holders:  3" x 4" Sign Holder, one; 1-1/2" x 2", one; Flexible Sign Danglers; 4

Cardstock:  Purple, Green, Black, Orange

Die-cut Machine

Dies:  circles, pinked edge circle, teardrop, oval

Adhesives

Permanent Black Marker; fine point

Scissors

Paper Trimmer

Instructions:

1.  Arms:  Refer to the photo below.  Cut the paper shapes shown and assemble them as shown on the right.  Slide between the panels of the sign holder behind the paper with each side of "arms" extending evenly.

2.  Legs:  Cut the green paper.  Adhere to the sign danglers.  Fold the danglers accordion style as shown.  The adhesive portions should be facing up. Remove the release paper before adhering to the bottom of the sign holder.  Remove the release paper on the opposite end and adhere the shoes.

3.  For the hat:  Fold the 3" black circle in two.  Form the 2-1/2" into a cone and adhere to the top of the 3" brim. Hair:  Fold down the top edge of the orange oval (for the bangs).  Cut a fringe into the oval for the effect of hair.  Cut from each side.  Adhere the head to the hair.

4.  Finish:  Everything will be adhered from the outside of the sign holder except for the 3" x 4" rectangle (body) that goes between the sign holder panels.  Use the photo given for a visual guide.

Look below for some more ideas using the mini sign holders and sign danglers.  You can do a lot with basic shapes:  squares, circles, rectangles, teardrops, etc.  The turkey tail feathers are die-cut maple leaves.  Characters can be created for any event or holiday.  Let your imagination be your guide!

3" x 4" mini sign holder

Mini Sign Holder 1.5" x 2"

3 Tier Dessert Stand

Flexible Sign Dangler

etch'Y'all a spooky plaque for Fall!

Still finding shade for that picnic, right?  Not to rush the good times of summer; but Fall is just around the bend!  For those of us who love to craft; we have to stay ahead of the curve!

I went on a treasure hunt at my local Goodwill a couple of days ago.  I am always on the hunt for something that I can make into a fun etched project.  I found this frame and made sure that it had glass in the frame and not plastic.  I added a few embellishments to finish off the project.  I really like the way it turned out!

If you have never etched before or need to brush up; watch this video by Barbee! Click here! Getting started

You will need:

etchall®: etching creme, squeegee, etchmask Stencil Combo Pack

Click on this link to find products!  etchall®

Frame:  6" x 10-1/2" matted frame for 3 pictures

Memory Paper:  12" square with Fall theme  (I used orange pattern)

Paper trimmer

Die-cut machine to cut letters

Embellishments:  Halloween theme

Clear liquid adhesive

Paper Towels

(Water close by to rinse project)

Instructions:

1.  Remove the glass from the frame and separate the mat from the back panel.  Clean the glass.

2.  Cut memory paper to fit the cardboard insert that goes behind the mat.  The reverse side of the mat I used was black.  If you  want to change the color of the mat it can be painted with acrylic paints or covered with memory paper.

3. Cut the letters to say BOO. on the die-cut machine.  Use the transfer paper to hold the letters in place.  I cut the letters 2" high.  Cut on a scrap of paper before cutting from the vinyl to make sure the letters will fit.

4.  Place the mat over the glass to make sure the placement will be correct for the vinyl letters.

The most challenging part is to get the vinyl letters completely straight.  This step takes a little more finesse!  

5.  Apply etchall creme to the glass following manufacturers instructions.  The creme will turn brown after several uses; but that is OK!  Make sure to scoop it back up and put it in the jar after you are finished.  It will be good for more uses!  I use the squeegee for that step.  After removing as much of the creme as possible; take the glass to the sink and wash all of the excess creme; remove the vinyl stencils; then dry.

6.  Once you have cleaned and dried the etched glass; assemble all of the parts to the frame.  Finish by adding the embellishments.  I chose to leave the glass clear for the letters and frost the rest of the glass.  You can also do this in reverse for a different look!

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Make sure to take time to enjoy the small blessings along the way and,

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Marilyn

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