October Avenue Crafts

 Hello, I'm back today to share a sweet little project using the Stitched Gift Bag Die from Papertrey Ink!  This die set is an absolute must-have in your stash because it has the capability of making 3 different gift bags!  How great is that!  For my project, I used the eye-shaped bottom which is the medium size for this bag.  It gives you a little more room to stuff it with fun goodies for the recipient!  To create my bag, I used the Simply Chartreuse Felt for the front, back and bottom.  Then I added the scalloped handle pieces die cut in Aqua Mist Felt.  I absolutely love this color combo!   To finish the front of the bag, I decided to add a sweet pink bow using the Seasonal Stitching Bow Die .  This looks so sweet in Hibiscus Burst and Raspberry Fizz.  I just love how this turned out!  Such a great way to present a special gift for any occasion!   Thanks so much for stopping by!  Be sure to join us at the Facebook Stitching Club!   Products Used: Stitched Gift Bag Die Seasonal

 Hello, Today I'm back with another Halloween Project to share.  This time I'm using the Stitched Witch Hat Die.  This is such a sweet little die and super affordable too!   For my project, I created some sweet little treat bags.  I used some non-woven orange bags in my stash and added some sweet embellishments to cutesy them up.  First, I used the Witch Hat Die to die cut, some Smokey Shadow Felt.  Then I stitched it onto the center of my bag, using Sweet Blush Felt for the hat band.  I die cute a little flower from the Birdhouse Die and added it to the side of the hat.  So cute! Then I dressed up the tops of the bags with some strips of Halloween fabric from my stash.  I just bunched it up into a messy ruffle and stitched across the top with my sewing machine. A cute black and white stitched bow and button finish it off.    Be sure to join our Stitching Club on Facebook!  So much amazing inspiration there!   Products Used: Stitched Witch Hat Die In Stitches Birdhouse Die Felt

 Hello, I'm back with a fun Halloween Project featuring the Stitched Beaded Cauldron Die from Papertrey Ink!  It's never too early for Halloween! lol!  This die is so fun and easy to use.  It creates the cutest little cauldron, perfect for any Halloween Project!   To create these Rosette Award Embellishments, I die cut the felt pieces using the Cauldron Die and stitched them up with cardstock behind to make them more sturdy.  I also added some sequins and beads from my stash to create the bubbly potions.  I used some crepe paper streamers in my collection to create the rosettes.  Then I layered on some patterned paper from the  I just love how these turned out!  Such fun embellishments that can be added to cards, gift bags, mini albums, etc!  Thanks so much for stopping by!  Be sure to join us on the Facebook Stitching Club for lots of inspiration.   Products Used: Stitched Beaded Cauldron Die Share Your HeArt: Bottles & Blooms Patterned Paper Collection (24 sheets) True

 Hello!  I'm back with a fun stitched coin purse using the Coin Purse II Die from Papertrey Ink.   To create this sweet little bag, I used the Melon Berry felt and added some accent corners using the Aqua Mist felt.  On the inside, I used Wonder Under to adhere some polka dot fabric lining.  Then I stitched the whole thing together.  Such a sweet little purse, the perfect little gift for someone special.   Be sure to join us in the the Papertrey Ink Stitching Club on Facebook!  So much inspiration there!   Products Used: Coin Purse II Die Felt- Melon Berry Felt- Aqua Mist Hawaiian Shores Bitty Dot Satin Ribbon

 Hello!  I'm back with a fun project share and tutorial!  Today, I'm sharing these sweet little birthday tags.  Such a cute way to celebrate a special day and so quick and easy to put together!   To create my tags, I used the Stiched Cupcake Die and Tag Sale Quilted Die.  These two pair so well together!  I absolutely love how these turned out!   For these sweet little flat embellishments, I just stitched the cupcake to a piece of card stock and glued it to the front of my tag!  Such a great way to use your stitching dies for paper crafting projects.  Some fun ribbon and buttons finish these tags off perfectly!   See below for a full tutorial on how to I created these adorable cupcakes!  Perfect for beginners and seasoned stitchers alike!   Be sure to join us at the Stitching Club Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PTIStitchingClub/ There's so much inspiration there! Products Used: Stitched Cupcake Tag Sale Quilted Die Just Sentiments: Everyday Mini Stamp Se

 Hello, I'm back today sharing a fun project using the Plush Turtle Die from Papertrey Ink.   I used Aqua Mist and Ocean Tides Felt to cut and stitch the turtle's body.  The die set comes with the pattern for the top of the turtle's shell, making it so quick and easy to add detail to your project!  For a fun whimsical look, I added a cluster of stitched flowers using the Stitched Floral Clusters Die.  I chose bright colors to give a summer vibe (Hibiscus Burst, Summer Sunrise, and Simply Chartreuse).  For the centers of the flowers, I added some cute yellow buttons, giving the project dimension and interest (Lemon Tart).   I just love how this project turned out.  This would make a sweet little ornament to hang on the side of a gift bag or a fun addition to a tiered trey.  So cute!   Be sure to join the  Stitching Club Facebook Group where we share lots of stitching ideas, tips, and tricks! Products Used: Stitched Floral Clusters Plush Turtle Buttons Lemon Tart Felt Summ

Hello!  I'm sharing a fun stitching project using the In Stitches: Birdhouse Die from Papertrey Ink. I have to say, this die was so easy to use!  It cut through the felt effortlessly and the pieces fit together so easily! To create this sweet little ornament, I used the Harvest Gold Felt for the base of my house.  Using the flower dies included in the set, I stitched on some pink flowers and leaves using the Rasberry Fizz and Simply Chartreuse felt.  For the circle opening on my house, I die cut a circle using the Aqua Mist felt and placed it near the top of my house.  Some Classic Kraft was the perfect color for the roof.  In order to create the border across the bottom of the house, I die cut a piece of the roof and just trimmed it to fit.  Such an easy detail to add a bit of character and variation.  To finish off this sweet project, I added some Cream Twine, tied it into a bow and topped it with a little button from the Lemon Tart Buttons Pack.   I just love how this turned out