Beth Watson, Author at Ann Butler Designs

October 23, 2019 By Beth Watson 2 Comments

Faux Quilted Falling Leaves Door Decor

Good Morning y’all! Beth here with @creativelybeth to share a Faux Quilted Falling Leaves Door Decor that I created with some of the brand new Ann Butler Designs Faux Quilted Stamp Sets from Unity Stamp Company! Make this quick and easy project in just about 30 minutes so you can decorate your door in style this Fall!

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Here’s how to create Faux Quilted Falling Leaves Door Decor:

Step 1:

Base-coat each of the three wooden leaves a different color. Antique Gold, Hauser Medium Green and Heritage Brick, then let dry. After that apply a second coat, if necessary.

Paint the wooden leaves with acrylic craft paint for the Faux Quilted Leaves Door Decor

Step 2:

On a large (4″ by 6″) acrylic stamp block build a crazy quilt pattern using 1″ Squares, 2″ Squares, 1″ Triangles and 2″ Triangles from a variety of the Ann Butler Stamp Sets. Because this is a crazy quilt pattern the placement of the stamps can be totally random!

Load the crazy quilt stamp with Tangerine Ink and stamp onto the gold leaf, then clean off the stamp with a baby wipe.

Build a crazy quilt pattern on a stamp block with Faux Quilted Red Rubber Stamp sets for the Leaves Door Decor

In addition, stamp Deep Woods Ink on the green leaf and Bark Ink on the burgundy leaf.

Step 3:

Create two bows by wrapping 24″ of ribbon around your hand and then tie in the center with a 6″ length of the same ribbon. Fluff bow and then adhere an acorn to the center of each bow with hot glue.

Ann Butler Designs create two bows with ribbon and glue acorn to center for the Leaves Door Decor

Step 4:

Finally, attach the burgundy bow to the top of the gold leaf, and then attach the orange bow to the top of the burgundy leaf with the hot glue gun.

Attach acorn bows to faux quilted stamped leaves with hot glue

Here is another detail of that fun crazy quilt stamped pattern!

Ann Butler Designs stamped crazy quilt detail

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Faux Quilted Falling Leaves Door Decor Pin

Supplies:

Ann Butler’s Crafter’s Ink by Clearsnap: Tangerine, Bark, Deep Woods
Ann Butler Stamps by Unity Stamp Company: Picnic, Flourish, Double Diamonds, Leaves All Over, Diamonds, Dots, Plaid, Chevron, Gingham
Wooden Leaf Hanger (found at Joann)
American Acrylic by DecoArt: Antique Gold, Hauser Medium Green, Heritage Brick
Paintbrush: 3/4″ flat wash
Ribbon: 24″ and 6″ length each in orange and burgundy
Acorns: two
Acrylic Stamp Block: 4″ by 6″
Hot Glue Gun and Glue Sticks
Scissors
Ruler
Baby Wipes

Be sure to check out Creatively Beth’s blog for another great Fall project FAUX QUILTED PALLET PUMPKINS!

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July 25, 2019 By Beth Watson 1 Comment

Faux Quilted Stenciled Market Tote

Good Morning y’all! Beth here with @creativelybeth to share the Faux Quilted Stenciled Market Tote that I created with the brand new Ann Butler Designs Hexagon Stencil from StencilGirl! Make this quick and easy project in just about an hour and go to the market in style!

Here’s how to create a Faux Quilted Stenciled Market Tote:

Step 1:

Iron out any wrinkles on the market tote. Each Hexi Flower has six hexagons, so start in the lower left-hand corner of the market tote. Apply a light coat of Ann Butler’s Stencil Tac Adhesive on the back of the stencil, let dry and then place the stencil down on the fabric.

Place the stylus tip on the stylus handle and tap gently into the Aquamarine ink until the color has transferred on to the pad of the stylus tip. Use small circular motions when applying the ink to the stencil. Move the stencil and then repeat until there are three complete hexi flowers.

Stenciling a Faux Quilted Market Tote with Ann Butler Designs

Step 2:

Select a second image from the Hexagon Stencil to create the center of each flower. Tap a clean stylus tip gently into the Lilac ink until the color has transferred on to the pad of the stylus tip. Use small circular motions when applying the ink to the stencil. Clean off the stencil with a baby wipe before moving on to the next color.

Repeat the step above with the Sunshine and Berry inks and clean stylus tips.

PRO TIP: I keep a stylus tip inked up in each ink pad color and then store them in a plastic zipper bag so they do not dry out.

Step 3:

Select a third stencil image from the Hexagon Stencil to create the leaves surrounding the Hexi Flowers. Tap a clean stylus tip gently into the Limelight ink until the color has transferred on to the pad of the stylus tip. Use small circular motions when applying the ink to the stencil.

Ann Butler Designs Stencils make this Faux Quilted Market Tote quick and easy

Step 4:

The design looks a bit plain. Add faux stitching outlining each hexagon using the bullet tip of the MONOTWIN Permanent Marker.

Once the ink has had a chance to dry overnight, heat set the design with an iron to create a permanent design that is washable.

Here is my Faux Quilted Stenciled Market Tote…don’t you just love it!

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Supplies:

Ann Butler’s Crafter’s Ink by Clearsnap: Limelight, Sunshine, Aquamarine, Lilac, Berry
StencilGirl Ann Butler Designs Stencils: Hexagons Printmaking Stencil #1 L698
Ann Butler Stencil Tac from Earth Safe Finishes
ColorBox® Stylus Handles by Clearsnap®
ColorBox® Stylus Tips by Clearsnap®
MONOTWIN Permanent Marker by Tombow
Canvas Tote Bag
Iron and Ironing Board
Cardboard
Baby wipes

Here’s one last look at the Faux Quilted Stenciled Market Tote!

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Thanks for stopping by!

Creatively, Beth

October 16, 2018 By Beth Watson 1 Comment

Quick and Easy Stenciled Glam Banner

Good Morning Y’all, Beth with @creativelybeth here to share a quick and easy stenciled glam banner featuring Ann Butler Designs NEW Assorted Circles Stencil from StencilGirl! I love how the Ann Butler Designs Iridescent Powders from Earth Safe Finishes really POP off of the black cardstock!

Here’s how to make a Quick and Easy Stenciled Glam Banner

STEP ONE:

Place Ann Butler Designs Assorted Circles Stencil by StencilGirl on top of the black cardstock. Apply a small amount of Tombow MONO Multi Liquid Glue on sponge tip applicator and pounce glue gently through the stencil. Repeat with the second piece of black cardstock. The MONO Multi will go on white and dry clear but will remain tacky.

STEP TWO:

Using a soft, clean and dry paintbrush apply Ann Butler Designs Iridescent Powders by Earth Safe Finishes in Onyx over the glue to reveal the stenciled designs. Brush away the excess powder and repeat with the Sunshine Iridescent Powder.

STEP THREE:

Punch (or cut) out the largest circles.

STEP FOUR:

Fold black paper doilies in half, then attach each stenciled circle with a permanent adhesive runner.

STEP FIVE:

Cut black twine to the desired length. Attach stenciled doily pennants to twine with a permanent adhesive runner.

Hang and enjoy! This banner would be fun to decorate with for a Bachelorette Party or even New Years Eve! Just add a message with letter stickers, the possibilities are endless! Super sparkly and glamorous!

Ann Butler Design Products used:

Ann Butler Stencil by StencilGirl®, Assorted Circles

Ann Butler Iridescent Powders by Earth Safe Finishes: Onyx, Sunshine

Other Products:

Tombow MONO Multi Liquid Glue
Tombow MONO Adhesive Permanent
Doilies, Black (10)
Twine, Black, 60″ length
Cardstock, Black
Circle Punch
Paintbrush
Scissors

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Creatively, Beth

October 2, 2018 By Beth Watson 2 Comments

Faux Quilted Fall Leaves and Acorn

Good Morning Y’all! Beth with @creativelybeth here to share a Faux Quilted Fall Leaves and Acorn project that will give you a head start toward your Autumn home decorating! The chunky Ann Butler Designs Background Basics Stamps are perfect for adding a quilted texture to any project!

Here’s how to make Faux Quilted Fall Leaves and Acorn Home Decor

STEP ONE:

I always start out by testing out sample color palettes on the backs of the surfaces. This helps to figure out what pops and then it can be painted over to give the project a finished look.

STEP TWO:

Base coat the Acorn and Leaves with acrylic paint and set aside to dry. Apply a second coat, if necessary.

STEP THREE:

Mask off the acorn cap with a scrap piece of paper. Load Background Basics Picnic Stamp with Bark Crafter’s Ink, then apply to the bottom of the acorn.

STEP FOUR:

Mask off the bottom of the acorn. Load Background Basics Diamonds Stamp with Desert Sand Crafter’s Ink, then apply to acorn cap.

STEP FIVE:

Stamp Background Basics Weave, Diamonds, Checks and Picnic randomly on both leaves with Sunshine, Tangerine and Canyon Crafter’s Inks in a patchwork style pattern. I always use baby wipes to clean off my stamps.

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Ann Butler Design Products used:

ColorBox Crafter’s® inks by Ann Butler: Bark, Desert Sand, Canyon, Tangerine, Sunshine

ColorBox® Background Basics by Ann Butler: Picnic, Diamonds, Weave, Checks

Other Products:

Wooden Acorn and Leaves (scored at the Target Dollar Spot!)
Americana Paints by DecoArt: Dark Chocolate, Burnt Orange, Cocoa, Heritage Brick
Paint Brush
Scrap Paper
Baby Wipes

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Creatively, Beth

September 11, 2018 By Beth Watson 1 Comment

Faux Quilted Hoop Pumpkins

Good Morning Y’all! Beth with @creativelybeth here to share these fun Faux Quilted Hoop Pumpkins to celebrate that Fall is right around the corner! Quick and easy to create with limited supplies with such a cute result!

Here’s how to make Faux Quilted Hoop Pumpkins

STEP ONE:

Using a stylus, add ColorBox Crafter’s Ink by Ann Butler in Tangerine to the wooden embroidery hoops.

STEP TWO:

Tape down natural muslin to work surface with painter’s tape. Mist fabric lightly and apply Tangerine Crafter’s Ink with a stylus tool. Let dry.

STEP THREE:

Measure and cut two 36″ lengths of satin seam binding ribbon and place in a zip-top plastic bag. Mist generously with water, then add 6-8 drops of Crafter’s Re-Inker in Limelight and scrunch plastic bag until the ribbon has been dyed. Let dry on paper towel.

STEP FOUR:

Randomly stamp the Background Basics Basket, Picnic, Diamonds and Checks stamps directly on to the dry fabric with Crafter’s Ink in Tangerine.

STEP FIVE:

Layout the dyed ribbon on a paper towel and stamp randomly with the Background Basics Stitch Stamps and Crafter’s Ink in Evergreen. Continue until all of the ribbon has been stamped.

STEP SIX:

Stretch fabric over the embroidery hoops, tighten the screw at the top, then trim the excess fabris at the back.

STEP SEVEN:

Tie a double bow at the top of each embroidery hoop to create leaves and vines.

These faux quilted hoop pumpkins are perfect for Fall, but add eyes, a nose and mouth with black felt to create a spooky set of Jack-O-Lanterns to create a double duty craft project!

Ann Butler Design Products used:

ColorBox Crafter’s® inks by Ann Butler: Tangerine, Limelight, Evergreen

ColorBox® Background Basics by Ann Butler: Picnic, Diamonds, Basket, Checks, Stitch Stamps

Other Products:

ColorBox Stylus and Tips
Embroidery Hoops (I used 3″, 4″ and 5″ hoops)
Hug Snug Satin Seam Binding Ribbon
Scissors; Zip-Top Bag; Spray Mister; Painters Tape; Paper Towels

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Creatively, Beth

March 29, 2018 By Beth Watson Leave a Comment

Create a Faux Quilted Stamped Bunny Banner in 30 minutes

Good Morning! Beth here on the blog today with a quick and easy Faux Quilted Stamped Bunny Banner that goes together in just 30 minutes!

STEP ONE:

Stamp a variety of Background Basics Stamps on Bunny shapes with Berry, Aquamarine, Lilac and Sunshine inks, let dry. These large, 3″ square red rubber stamps are easy to line up to create the faux quilted effect on the Bunny shapes. Crafter’s Inks can be used on almost any surface, but are designed to work best on non-traditional surfaces like clay, metal, plastic and fabric.

Here is a close-up detail of the stamping.

STEP TWO:

Attach a white pom pom to the base of each Bunny shape with MONO Multi Liquid Glue.

STEP THREE:

Layout the Bunny shapes, then add HOPPY EASTER with Joy Embroidered letters in Green, Pink, and Blue. Since these letters cannot be ironed on to craft foam, attach with glue.

STEP FOUR:

Attach Bunnies to ribbon with glue.

It’s as easy as that! A few supplies and 30 minutes is all it takes to create a super cute Faux Quilted Stamped Bunny Banner just in time for Easter!

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Ann Butler Design Products used:

ColorBox Crafter’s® inks by Ann Butler: Berry, Lilac, Sunshine, Aquamarine

ColorBox® Background Basics by Ann Butler: Picnic, Diamonds, Basket, Checks

Other Products:

Tombow MONO Multi Liquid Glue
Joy SA Embroidered Letters: Pink, Green, Blue
Bunny Shapes, pre-cut from craft foam (11)
Pom Poms, white, 1″ (11)
Ribbon, Green, two 36″ lengths

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Creatively, Beth

February 1, 2018 By Beth Watson Leave a Comment

Valentine’s Day Hugs and Kisses Kitchen Towels

Good Morning crafty friends! I love sending close friends and family personalized gifts every holiday. Hugs and Kisses Faux Quilted kitchen towels featuring Ann Butler Designs stamps and inks will show everyone just how much they mean to you this Valentine’s Day!

Here’s how to make these Valentine’s Day Hugs and Kisses Kitchen Towels:

Step 1:

Stamp a variety of Background Basics Stamps on kitchen towel with Berry and Canyon inks, let dry. These large, 3″ square red rubber stamps are easy to line up to create the faux quilted band at the edge of the ombre kitchen towel. Crafter’s Inks can be used on almost any surface, but are designed to work best on non-traditional surfaces like clay, metal, plastic and fabric.

Step 2:

Accent with the zig zag Stitch Stamps and Crafter’s Ink in Night. Stamp the stitches in a random and overlapping fashion to achieve a hand sewn effect.

Step 3:

Apply the Joy iron-on, embroidered letters according to package directions with either a small craft iron or regular iron. Use XO and XO for Hugs and Kisses or create a custom saying such as LOVE, KISS or BE MINE.

It’s as easy as that! A few supplies and 15 minutes is all it takes to create super cute Valentine’s Day Hugs and Kisses Kitchen Towels just in time to give (or keep) for Valentine’s Day!

Ann Butler Design Products used:

ColorBox Crafter’s® inks by Ann Butler: Canyon, Berry, Night

ColorBox® Background Basics by Ann Butler: Picnic, Diamonds, Weave, Checks and Stitch Stamps

Other Products:

Joy® iron-on, embroidered letters – 2″ Black Script – two X’s and two O’s
Ombre Kitchen Towels (scored at the Target Dollar Spot)
Craft Iron (or you can use a regular iron)

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Creatively, Beth

January 11, 2018 By Beth Watson 3 Comments

Quick and Easy Stamped Valentine Message Blocks

Valentines Day is just around the corner and what better way to get your message across to the ones you love than these cute Stamped Valentine Message Blocks that showcase a different word on each side! Quick and easy to make in under 30 minutes!

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Step One:

Paint wooden blocks with Americana® paint by DecoArt in Bubblegum Pink, let dry. Apply a second coat, if necessary.

Quick and Easy Stamped Valentine Message Blocks

Step Two:

Load ColorBox® Background Basics stamps by Ann Butler with ColorBox Crafter’s® inks by Ann Butler in Canyon and Berry. Stamp randomly on each side of the wooden blocks.

Step Three:

Select a variety of Joy® Iron-on, embroidered letters and spell out your favorite Valentine themed words. I chose LOVE, KISS, SEXY and HUGS.

Step Four:

Apply Joy® Iron-on, embroidered letters according to package directions. I use a small craft iron for the best control, but any iron will work.

I hope that you have enjoyed my Quick and Easy Stamped Valentine Message Blocks and that you will use this project as a jumping off point to showcase YOUR creativity!

Check out this other quick and easy Valentine’s Day project: Quick and Easy Napkin Rings!

July 18, 2017 By Beth Watson Leave a Comment

Quick and Easy Faux Quilted Festive Votives

Good Morning faux quilting fans! Beth here on the blog today to share my Faux Quilted Festive Votives featuring Colorbox® Background Basics stamps by Ann Butler and a bright monochromatic color scheme.

Here’s how I made it

STEP ONE:

Load the Colorbox® Background Basics by Ann Butler stamps with Colorbox Crafter’s® Ink by Ann Butler and stamp onto matching colored tissue paper. I stamped the Basket, Checks, Diamonds and Picnic randomly to fill an entire sheet of tissue paper using the Aquamarine and Limelight inks.

STEP TWO:

Measure and cut a rectangle that is a bit larger than your glass votive. This technique would work on almost any glass surface, which would make a great upcycle! Place a quarter size dollop of Tombow MONO Aqua Liquid Glue on a Blending Palette or paper plate.

STEP THREE:

Apply MONO Aqua to exterior of glass votive with an old paintbrush. Roll the stamped tissue paper around the votive. Use your fingers to make sure that you get a good adhesion.

STEP FOUR:

Trim the length of the tissue paper to fit. Then apply a coat of MONO Aqua over top of the tissue paper. Once the tissue paper absorbs the glue it becomes translucent and the quilt patterns from the stamps really POP!

STEP FIVE:

Once the glue dries completely, trim the excess tissue paper from the top and bottom of the votive. Embellish with trim in a coordinating color. I used brightly colored vintage rick rack that I recently discovered at my local antique store.

Here is a detailed shot of the votives…

I hope you have enjoyed my tutorial on how to make Faux Quilted Festive Votives and that you will use my project as a jumping off point to showcase YOUR creativity featuring Ann Butler Designs products! Just share on social media using #annbutlerdesigns

For your convenience this post may contain affiliate links, when you make a purchase, we earn a commission at no extra cost to you – this helps to keep this web site up and to continue to bring you awesome projects like this one!

Ann Butler Designs Products used:

ColorBox Crafter’s® Ink by Ann Butler: Limelight, Aquamarine

Color Box® Background Basics by Ann Butler: Basket 1, Diamonds 1, Checks 1, Picnic 1

other products:

Tissue Paper: Green, Blue
Scissors
Tombow MONO Aqua Liquid Glue, Blending Palette
Dollar Store Glass Votives, 2
Paintbrush
Rick Rack: Turquoise, Bright Green
Baby Wipes to clean stamps

Thanks for stopping by!

June 15, 2017 By Beth Watson Leave a Comment

Quick and Easy Faux Quilted Napkins

Beth, here on the blog today to share with you my quick and easy Faux Quilted Napkins. I’m always hunting the clearance sections at my favorite stores and these linen napkins with the hot pink lace trim were a real score at 97 cents each at Cost Plus World Market!

Here’s how I made my Quick and Easy Faux Quilted Napkins:

STEP ONE:

Wash and dry the cloth napkins, then iron to remove wrinkles. Select your monogram letters and set aside.

STEP TWO:

Load Ann Butler’s Colorbox® Background Basics stamps with Ann Butler’s Colorbox Crafter’s® Ink, mist lightly with water then stamp onto corner of napkin. Repeat with second napkin.

STEP THREE:

Position Joy 3″ embroidered script letter in corner of napkin on top of stamped design. Iron on according to package directions. I use a small craft iron with no steam holes to create a strong bond. Repeat with second napkin.

And you are done, easy as one, two, three! These napkins would make a great housewarming gift, teacher appreciation gift or wedding gift!

I hope you have enjoyed my tutorial on how to make these quick and easy faux quilted napkins and that you will use my project as a jumping off point to showcase YOUR creativity featuring Ann Butler Designs products! Just share on social media using #annbutlerdesigns

This post may contain affiliate links, when you make a purchase, we earn a commission at no extra cost to you – this helps to keep this web site up and to continue to bring you awesome projects like this one!

Ann Butler Designs Products used:

ColorBox Crafter’s® Ink by Ann Butler: Limelight, Aquamarine, Lilac

Color Box® Background Basics by Ann Butler: Diamonds 2, Checks 2, Picnic 1

Other Products:

Linen Napkins (2)
Joy SA embroidered 3″ script letters
Iron
Mister (filled with water)

Creatively, Beth