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.
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.
I'm linking up here. Go check them all out to see all the other incredible creations.
This project was Featured here...
I love your sails! Beautiful job!
ReplyDeleteI love it! I'm glad your pants went for a good cause after all this time.
ReplyDeleteKristol,
ReplyDeleteIt'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!
Very cute idea! Love the blue rocks for the water. Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteI 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!
ReplyDeleteWow! Great job!
ReplyDeletevery cute! I also saw the original mayflower blog post and thought about trying it!
ReplyDeleteAhoy!! What an adorable project~~~I love it!!
ReplyDeleteSmiles,
Kay Ellen
Really great project! It's wonderful!
ReplyDeleteThat is a great Mayflower vignette for Thanksgiving...I like your Plymouth Rock too!
ReplyDeleteHi 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
ReplyDeletelove this one!! so cool.
ReplyDeleteanyways...
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
This is so cool! Fabulous job!! Love it!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for linking up! :)
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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