So I finally entered my first challenge! It was
Mod Paperie's Facebook Lantern Challenge. I wanted to create something unique using the lantern file that we had to use, so I thought this would be a perfect time to use some SVG files from
Lettering Delights. I love the details in their cuts, but they are very hard to do with the Cricut! I think they would be wonderful for the print and cut option that comes with the Silhouette (Yes, I am looking and saving..!!!). I created these lanterns for my Grandmother, who just happens to love hot air balloons!
**Warning--I don't think paper and fire mix very well, so if you are going to use these as actual lanterns I would invest in the new electric tea lights that you can find in the candle section of Target and Walmart!**
This is the only lantern where I put balloons on all 4 sides! The other ones I tried to break it up some with landscape images/cuts.
Again...the SVG files over at Lettering Delights are amazing but when cutting them at the 1-2 inch scale I think a machine other than the Cricut would come in handy. Don't get me wrong...I still love my Cricut, but a girl has to have options! It's like owning just one pair of shoes or just one purse....NOT POSSIBLE!
Oh all paper was DCWV and actually came from a baby nursery set. The muted colors just worked perfectly for this project!
Oh these are adorable! Love the way you incorporated the clouds with the balloons. (I bought those same files and have not used them yet. I am so inspired to make something with them now :)
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