Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Handmade Wrapping Paper


Have you done any creating this week? I pulled out a roll of white paper that I found a few years ago at a thrift store. I have used part of it for different things, but had quite a bit left. It measured 30 inches wide which is a perfect size for wrapping paper. {most folded sheets are approx. 20 x 30) I cut the length at 20 inches and started making my own wrapping paper.

Isn't it pretty?

I pulled out several of my rubber stamps and just stamped away. I stamped here and I stamped there and in no time at all I had several sheets of pretty paper...I call it Jeanne d' Arc style paper, but I just might be throwing that name around too loosely. :) No two sheets are alike so I guess that makes them unique? lol
I rolled each one up and tied them with twine until I actually use them.


Some are designed for Christmas and others in the french style to use anytime.


Joyeux Noel



I love script stamps and used them a lot on this project.

This is a project that anyone can do and you cannot mess it up so get out your stamps and make some paper.  It is also a good way to take out your frustration when you bang those rubber stamps...just sayin'...lol.


I will be linking up with Kathleen over at Faded Charm again this week for White Wednesday.
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43 comments:

  1. BenteNovember 15, 2011 at 10:10 AM

    Oh, this paper is just fantastic. You have so many good ideas that I have no words.

    Have a creative week

    Hugs Bente

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  2. Sweet Old VintageNovember 15, 2011 at 10:18 AM

    I love it... Your own style...

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  3. Mandy's Magnolia cardsNovember 15, 2011 at 10:39 AM

    woow this is amazing!
    hugs, Mandy

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  4. AlainaNovember 15, 2011 at 10:41 AM

    Those are so pretty, they would make a gift look extra special under the tree.

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  5. AlainaNovember 15, 2011 at 10:41 AM

    Those are so pretty, they would make a gift look extra special under the tree.

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  6. GratefulPrayerThankfulHeartNovember 15, 2011 at 10:42 AM

    So beautiful! I remember years ago when the kids were small, we stamped paper the same way to use for Christmas wrap.

    Yours is pretty enough to use for decoration! :)

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  7. katheeNovember 15, 2011 at 10:44 AM

    Just BEAUTIFUL! Great Idea! I love it too!! thanks for sharing with us..xok

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  8. DeborahNovember 15, 2011 at 10:47 AM

    I just love this idea, you are so clever! it also looks great tied with string until you use it :)

    Bee happy x
    Have a delicious day!

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  9. Dreaming of VintageNovember 15, 2011 at 11:28 AM

    Beautiful paper! Thanks for sharing!

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  10. Thank You GiftsNovember 15, 2011 at 12:09 PM

    This is so pretty! What a fantastic idea for this left over paper roll. Your stamps are lovely!

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  11. FRENCH LAUNDRYNovember 15, 2011 at 12:58 PM

    Sandi,

    Once again, you leave me speechless. So simple, yet so creative and beautiful. Well done!

    Hugs,
    Judy

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  12. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageNovember 15, 2011 at 1:06 PM

    I love the look of this! It looks fantastic whether you use for wrapping or not. Great idea!

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  13. PleuntjeNovember 15, 2011 at 1:12 PM

    Very nice, I like the stamp with : carte postale and the the little childshead. It is a good idea to stamp the paper. Love Petra

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  14. CreateologyNovember 15, 2011 at 1:23 PM

    Your hand stamped wrapping paper is beautiful and very special. It easily is part of the gift...

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  15. Francy (So Beautiful Things)November 15, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    I find it an amazing idea!
    Compliments!!!
    Kisses
    Francy

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  16. BECKYNovember 15, 2011 at 2:44 PM

    Once again, Sandi, I am inspired by your creations!! I stamped tissue paper, but never even thought about stamping gift wrap! Must. do. this.

    Thanks so much for sharing your creativity!!
    Hugs,
    Becky

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  17. Susan EvelynAndRoseNovember 15, 2011 at 3:30 PM

    What a great idea Sandi! Your stamp collection is impressive. I love what you've done to your plain white paper. Lucky recipient of your gifts!
    Happy WW,
    Susan

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  18. Shabby soulNovember 15, 2011 at 3:43 PM

    So cute project!
    I'd like to find stamps like yours, especially the one with the writing, but I've never seen here.
    Have a nice day
    Silvia

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  19. IreneNovember 15, 2011 at 5:23 PM

    Oh you are so clever.

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  20. Shabby chic SandyNovember 15, 2011 at 6:17 PM

    That paper will look awesome under the tree!

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  21. LizlovesVintageNovember 15, 2011 at 7:48 PM

    Very unique paper for any occasion. I have so many stamps in my craft draw. I need to start stamping! Thanks for the easy DIY project ;)
    xxx Liz

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  22. Heaven's WalkNovember 15, 2011 at 8:23 PM

    Well....there you go again....bein' all crafty and creative and oozing JDA!!! lol! LUV this, Sandi! I'll have to haul out my craft paper and start stamping, too! Thanks for sharing another GREAT idea! :)

    xoxo laurie

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  23. Amy KinserNovember 15, 2011 at 8:37 PM

    I love this paper!! I don't have white paper but I do have brown craft paper. Might just try it out.

    This would be a great idea for my kids to do.

    Thanks.

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  24. UnknownNovember 15, 2011 at 9:14 PM

    what a wonderful idea! these are gorgeous and would make the loveliest gifts!! i'm putting them on my "wish list" for santa! ;)

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  25. Rosemary@villabarnesNovember 15, 2011 at 11:37 PM

    LUV!! Just beautiful, and unique.

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  26. Julia @ Vintage with LacesNovember 15, 2011 at 11:56 PM

    The wrapping paper is fabulous, Sandi! You've picked beautiful stamps to create it and your packages will look fantastic!
    Hugs,
    Julia

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  27. Faded CharmNovember 16, 2011 at 12:02 AM

    These turned out wonderful Sandi. I just got some cool script wrapping paper from Ballards that I just love....I think your price was a little bit better than mine though:-)

    xoxo
    Kathleen

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  28. JillayneNovember 16, 2011 at 1:33 AM

    Brilliant idea - I love it! Your paper is beautiful and it is very Jeanne d'Arc. Now I want to try it for myself...

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  29. Fishtail CottageNovember 16, 2011 at 1:55 AM

    Love this!!! Want to let you know I will be posting your 'gift' Thursday am!!!! Can't wait! Hugs...

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  30. Donna Reyne'November 16, 2011 at 7:17 AM

    Cute Sandi!
    The Christmas stamps are wonderful! This is something I would hold onto after I opened my gift!
    Have a blessed day!
    Donna

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  31. Stan and Jody GabaraNovember 16, 2011 at 11:59 AM

    How creative you are! I can't wait to make some for Christmas presents. Thanks for the idea! Love your site.

    Love, Jody

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  32. Sandi~A Cottage MuseNovember 16, 2011 at 12:13 PM

    You are on quite a "roll" lately with your creativity!

    (Sorry...couldn't resist)!

    So, so pretty!!

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  33. WhiteWhispers2uNovember 16, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    Love it! I would even buy it~Cheers Kim

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  34. UnknownNovember 17, 2011 at 11:53 AM

    G'day sweet friend ~
    Just trying to catch up a wee bit, slowly.
    All of your lovelies are beautiful. You are so creative, Sandi. I love the paper & those candles french wrapped. I just put your little spool (thread) you made last year on the tree yesterday ... perfect touch.

    Happy Thanksgiving sweet friend.
    Have a beautiful weekend.
    TTFN ~
    Hugs,
    Marydon

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  35. ANNENovember 17, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    Absolutely fabulous! Love this paper. Just joined you from Fishtail Cottage.

    :)

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  36. ~Lavender Dreamer~November 17, 2011 at 1:07 PM

    How beautiful! I love your creativity! ♥

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  37. Sew a Fine SeamNovember 17, 2011 at 6:00 PM

    I would love to know where you got the 'joyeoux Noel' and the 'we wish you a merry christmas' stamps if you have time to drop me a line!

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  38. Barbara JeanNovember 21, 2011 at 2:19 AM

    Love it you creative girl you!!!

    blessings
    barbara jean

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  39. Lynn StevensNovember 22, 2011 at 1:02 AM

    Such inspiration!! Love your paper!

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  40. Lori @ Katies Rose Cottage DesignsNovember 22, 2011 at 8:28 AM

    Sandi ~ I love it!! It is so pretty all rolled up and stacked together ~ I would have a hard time using it :)

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  41. Miss Gracie's HouseNovember 22, 2011 at 9:23 PM

    LOVE this!
    Rene

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  42. HeARTworksNovember 22, 2011 at 11:56 PM

    Very pretty and so easy to do!

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  43. Emma JoyOctober 11, 2013 at 3:26 AM

    What a beautiful way to decorate white wrapping paper! Excellent idea.

    I noticed on your web site you mentioned you are a believer...what a joy to meet another Christian! I wanted to share my blog with you and hope it will be a blessing to read.

    http://www.babypinkroses.blogspot.com/

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