We’re beyond thrilled to introduce our latest series, Handmade Love, to you! The ladies of Ohio’s McMaster & Storm will be sharing a seasonal wedding craft with us monthly, complete with quick tips, source links and a big dose of whimsical wisdom. Their petite department store (does it get any more charming?) has all the most perfect charms, tokens, ribbons and papery delights a girl could want. One can’t help but daydream about the possibilities! Take a peek for yourself! And, without further ado, Kara (& Darcy too!), with an autumnal October treat….

 

 

 

Showcasing petite cylinder boxes as a clever favor idea. They’re “green” and made with recyclable materials. Neutral and always in season!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Some fall-ish ideas to tuck inside for your special event! Natural #4 coffee filters was our choice for the liner inside. We used pinking shears to trim off the top of filters. Tuck the filter inside of container and fill it with almonds or pistachios. Tip: We love Blue Diamond Smokehouse Almonds, great flavor. We highly recommend ordering bulk nuts from the source, California’s Blue Diamond Growers.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Around the container we “tied the knot” with our leaf ribbon in rich caramel and glitzy gold. Other available colors are available: red, pale lime, white, pink & leafy green.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

On the lid, why not have a custom stamp made with a monogram, date or a sentiment for added flair. You may also have pre-printed circle labels in your choice of color to affix on the top as well.

 

 

 

 

A few more fun twists on supplies & projects:
1. Teeny, tiny metallic string in silver or gold.
2. Japanese tape in gold.
3. Italian labels in classic red & cream.
4. Wide grosgrain ribbon or pretty paper & glue as a “band” around container.
5. Golden rimmed tags are perfect for guest initials, table number or monogram.
6. Tiny {1½”} square envelopes. Use a Friskers cutter to make shapes for the card shown inside envelope. Use a ¼” hole punch to punch a hole through envelope and use the rayon bourdon cord to attach envelope to a hole punched through the lid and hang the envelope on front. Have your initials stamped on front and a teeny, tiny sentiment written on the card.

 

Stay tuned for this week’s giveaway announcement this afternoon! A little hint: it’s a gift certificate for the cute and crafty…!

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