Scents and Sensibility.....by Abby

Hi friends….come on in and make yourself at home. Today I’d love to share a few creations made with some bits and pieces from BlueMoon’s January Kit-Hugs and Kisses.....and I must tell you it is incredibly dreamy!

Today’s trio was inspired by two things….the charming Pink Paislee canvas tags in the kit and the lovely fragrances you’d find in scented bath salts….a perfect combination to create a sophisticated little pin cushion in its matching box…..a sweet sachet to dangle from a dresser or door knob.....and a vintage inspired “love potion”….the perfect cocktail to sooth the aches of a broken heart….each creation with scented lovelies nestled inside and ready to tantalize the senses….

(the canvas tags before their transformation)

First up is the pin cushion….though not your ordinary pin cushion….this one is very chic and feminine….filled with a blend of fluffy batting and scented bath salts….offering the dreamy feel of a billowy pillow…..embellished with vintage ribbons and buttons….and for a dash of color and fun a bit of the pink pom-pom trim from the kit…..

…..then came the heart pins dancing atop the pin cushion….oh how I love these whimsy little characters….dipped in glitter and adorned with pearls and lace…..so sweet and romantic…..

…and finally its home….a handmade box made from the matching Pink Paislee pattern paper….embellished with a bit more vintage lace and pom-pom trim…....and filled with bits of vintage sheet music….

...the lid lightly embellished with a couple of chip board hearts....covered with my favorites....glitter and fabric....ribbon and gems....and subtly saying....luv u.....

...and for the finishing touch....a built in pocket on the inside lid.....the perfect home to a charming little note card....

Next we have a love potion...the perfect remedy for that girl who is heart-sick.... and sadly we've all been there, right? This potion is different though.....she will reach for a flask filled with soothing bath salts....embellished with ultra feminine touches....a lid adorned with pearls, Sworovski crystals, and a cameo....and its body covered in the loveliest of vintage lace and ribbon...more pearls and a pair of soft white flowers......all beautifully surrounding the canvas tag with the perfect phrase....Love Potion No. 9 cures a broken heart......

....and I mustn't forget this potion needs a companion....so a vintage sugar spoon is now the dispenser of this tonic.....embellished with a bit more vintage lace and a small tag for the perfect little note with good wishes.....
Last but not least....a sachet filled with more fluffy batting and bath salts....embellished with ribbon and buttons....pearls and lace.......
......a bit of the same Pink Paislee pattern paper folded effortlessly for an informal touch.......
......and an arrow pointing toward two more chip board hearts......perfectly nestled within each other.....

Well my friends......if you made it this far I thank you, lol....this was a LONG post but I just love to share the tiny details.....can't help it:) I hope my little creations have inspired you to look at crafting goodies in a different light and perhaps discover what you can create when a few of your own pieces join together with the beauties found at BlueMoon.....see you next Wednesday!

Abby:)