Snowflakes and Pink - A Feminine Tablescape

This week's project uses the Sizzix Bigz XL Die - Album, Brackets by the talented Brenda Pinnick.  As always; I'm looking for new ways to dress up the table using craft techniques. This is is what I decided to make.  You could also cut out simple frames freehand.
My challenge this time was to work with pink and white card stock die cuts.  I decided that they would be great hanging from the ceiling or chandelier over the table. So feminine and "Wintery" with the crystal glitter.  
 I used a variety of paper punches and decorative scissors by Fiskars to cut snowflakes out of copy paper, ironed all the little folds out, embellished everything with glitter and attached the snowflakes and pre-cut frames to the ribbon.  I used Aleene's Clear Gel Tacky Glue for everything.
Maybe the black background will help.
I used my winter white dishes and pink depression glass.  So sweet!
A pink napkin, accented with one of the snowflakes and tucked inside the cup, acts like a little nest for the tiny ceramic bird.  The bird would be a perfect little keepsake for your guests.
I added interest and different heights to the tablescape by using the ceramic birds on pedestals and a small bowl tucked under the champagne glass filled with cookies.

To do this for your own party please remember:
1. Cut the frames from card stock.
2. It's easier to cut the snowflakes out of thin paper like copy paper.  Anything heavier than that makes it hard to fold.  (How to cut out paper snowflakes)
3. Embellish both sides of the paper.  The idea is to hang the pieces from the chandelier or ceiling over the table.
4. Vary the ribbon lengths.
5. Don't be afraid to make the ribbons (or fishing line works too) really long.  Some should be almost to eye level over the table.  They are delicate and will be turning slightly with the breeze.  They probably won't interfere with the dining experience.
6. Don't get them too close to candles!  :)


This is what the Sizzix Bigz XL Die - Album, Brackets was designed for originally.  Really cute, isn't it? Can you think of creative uses for the die cuts?


17 comments:

BrendaPinnick said...

Hey Cindy, I'm pretty sure I need to come to your house for dinner and enjoy first hand some of the fabulousness you come up with!
Thank you for showing off my die so beautifully!

Vittle me this... said...

Beautiful! I love the pink glass plates!

LollyChops said...

This is just so pretty! I can't wait to use this die next! hahaha

HUGS!

madelinesthoughts said...

Amazingly clever idea Cindy. Just love the table setting by the way. Something so simple adds just the right touch.

Melony Bradley said...

Cindy, this looks so delicate and holiday romantic. The snowflake ornamnent with the die would make a great ornament for any tree or mantle

Beth Watson said...

Love the snowflakes inside the negative space of the brackets!

Anonymous said...

What a beautiful and clever way to decorate. Love the subdued pinks.

eileen hull said...

Honeysuckle Pink? What color was I loking at? I love pink :-) What a beautiful idea and execution. Love the snowflakes and glitter!

Einat Kessler said...

Cindy, what a beautiful idea. I love the pink and the glitter. It will be a pretty addition to all the decorations.

Karen B said...

Simply beautiful! You set one mean table! This is stunning!

Candice Windham said...

Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful, beautiful, beautiful!

Cindy Rippe said...

Thanks for all of you nice comments. I'm so glad you enjoyed the post.

we three dogs and me said...

Lovethe pink depression glass and birdies. I amgoing to try and make the stars.Havea Merry Christmas

Phyllis Dobbs said...

You created a really beautiful setting!

Stacy Kay Brais said...

Very lovely :) The pink dishes are beautiful.

Entertaining Women said...

Pure confection! Thank you for sharing your charming design. Cherry Kay

colleen said...

Great idea! Sooooo soft and pretty... love the whole table setting!