Friday, November 12, 2010

MY MAYFLOWER

Last Friday, over at The Pink Peony of Le Jardin, I saw Robyn's creation of The Mayflower after she was inspired by seeing Pottery Barn's version. After I saw that, I just knew I wanted to try to make one. I loved the fact that she used a bamboo placemat for the ship, but I had to use what I already had, so I dug into my scrapbook paper supply.

Here's my version...
I did however, go out and buy the blue glass rocks. I had this vision of the ship being in the water and beached at Plymouth Rock.
I had a pair of linen pants, that I had attempted to make probably 15 years ago, that I cut up and used for the sails.
After looking at some pictures on the internet, I knew I wanted to have some Port Holes.

Someday, when I just whip something up, I'll try to make the effort to record the step-by-step process so I can do a tutorial.
I love how the glass beads are creating a reflection like water on the side of the boat. Do you think my "Plymouth Rock" is corny?

I also found these two little pilgrims at the Dollar store. I think they totally add to my little historical moment.

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14 comments:

  1. I love it! I'm glad your pants went for a good cause after all this time.

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  2. Kristol,
    It's fantastic! The sails are spectacular and I love the creativity involved in using materials that you already had on hand! VERy creative! Thanks for sharing!

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  3. Very cute idea! Love the blue rocks for the water. Have a great weekend!

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  4. I think this is a cute idea! I have a 2 yr old boy, so making something like this would be fun for me and him!

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  5. very cute! I also saw the original mayflower blog post and thought about trying it!

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  6. Ahoy!! What an adorable project~~~I love it!!

    Smiles,
    Kay Ellen

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  7. Really great project! It's wonderful!

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  8. That is a great Mayflower vignette for Thanksgiving...I like your Plymouth Rock too!

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  9. Hi Kristol, I love this - how adorable! The PB pic has been in my inspiration file for quite sometime and I love what you came up with! Thanks so much for joining the Sunday Showcase Party - I greatly appreciate it. I have featured this today - Stop by and grab a featured button if you like. Hope you are enjoying your week. ~ Stephanie Lynn

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  10. love this one!! so cool.

    anyways...

    I just awarded you with the Stylish Blogger Award.
    Come on over to pick it up!
    http://thebirdspapaya.blogspot.com/2010/11/this-is-one-fun-way-to-get-award.html

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  11. This is so cool! Fabulous job!! Love it!

    Thanks so much for linking up! :)

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  12. I love this!! Being a paper girl at heart, I love that you used your scrapbook supply! I'll be featuring it tonight during the catwalk!

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