For the most part, my family regards me as a fairly good cook, sometimes even great. However, there have been times in my life when dishes came out less than edible, like the time I made lemon meringue pie with lemon extract instead of real lemons...or the time I made spaghetti and ham for Christmas dinner, because I wasn't sure what my guests would eat but knew that all kids like spaghetti and most adults like ham. These entrees do not compliment one another as I have been told over and over and over by my kids.
I am confident, nonetheless, that my paper carrots will be a huge hit with my family, especially if I fill them with their favorite candy.
Carrot Box
All materials used are from Close To My Heart unless otherwise noted.
Pattern from myscrapchick.com
Cardstock: Creme Brûlée, Topiary and Daisy White
Stamp set: C1494 Card Word Puzzle
Ink pad: Sunset and Cocoa
Re-inkers: Goldrush, Autumn Terracotta and Pear
Cricut Art Philosophy cartridge (Z1686) (Page 58, Tab2, Font Layer, 3 1/2")
Assorted paper flowers (Michaels)
Bitty Opaques Pearl Adhesive Gems (Z1707)
1 1/2 yds. green ribbon
Stardust Glitz Glitter Gel (Z1313)
Water brush (1771)
Strong double-sided adhesive tape (WalMart)
1/8" punch (Michaels)
Instructions:
Cut carrots from Creme Brûlée and crease fold lines according to pattern.
Stamp images with Sunset and color using water brush and reinkers.
Dot flower centers with Stardust Glitz Glitter Gel and let dry.
Tape each carrot together on the side.
Cut out the Topiary "leaves" and using a pencil roll each strip in opposite directions. Fold in half and attach to ONE inside top of the carrot. Do not attach to both sides, because then the carrot cannot be filled with goodies.
Gripping the tops together, punch two slits for the ribbon. (You will have to punch a couple of times to get a rectangle.)
Slide the ribbon through the slits to close the top of the carrot.
Cut out all parts of the fence, sponge edges with Cocoa and adhere together per the pattern.
Cut designs from the Art Philosophy cartridge out of Topiary and adhere to fence. Attach paper flowers and Bitty Opaques Pearl Adhesive Gems to center of flowers.
Fill the carrots with your favorite treats or little gifts. Make several carrots and give as party favors.
