Amy Butler Shabby Chic Banner

One of my favorite things to make right now are my shabby chic banners! 

Until now, I've only made the 7 X 8" banners like this one in my shop.  But I had a special request a couple of weeks ago to make a bigger one for a really nice lady who owned a fabric boutique.

I immediately thought fabric = Amy Butler (she's one of my fav designer's & I have tons of her paper by K & Company).  I needed 7 different designs to make the word 'Classes,' and I had the perfect ones in mind.  This was one of my favorites because it just pops...

I played around with the pennant size and decided that 8 X 12" looked the best...then I got to work on picking the ric-rac, pom-pom's and frills to go with each paper design I had chosen.

Also, for my regular sized banners, I use a Stampin' Up! Alphabet stamp set for the lettering, which would have been too small for this big banner.  Thank goodness my sis-in-law has been so generous as to let me borrow (forevah) her Cricut.  Because it rocks, and it cut these perfectly big letters to top off the banner.

You know it wouldn't be one of my creations without lots of glitter, tee hee ;)  And I still hand-sew the crepe paper rosettes but I just didn't make them as tight so they would be bigger.

So, if you are in need of a banner...I'd love to whip one up for you, just let me know ;)  They are so whimsical and fun...perfect for parties, holidays, in a kids room, or year-round!

And for more creative inspiration, check out these awesome sites...

 

Jamie :)

Comments

[Robyn]

I love those banners! I might have to attempt to try to make my own version...I am obsessed with Amy Butler fabrics designs as well!

[Sara]

So darling Jamie, and the best part is, your banner will be in someone's shop! That is very cool! You should have her send you a pic of the window she put it in!

[Kate]

Those look great!!

[Gabrielle]

i LOVE your banners they are beyond wonderful!

[Stephie @ Made By Stephie]

So cute! I love Amy Butler fabrics!

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[Jingle]

This is spectacular! I love it!

[Denise]

Oooooooo! LOVE it! Glitter and pom-poms make me smile :)

[jenjen]

Darling! I love love love Amy's fabric. You did a great job. I love the sparkle too!

XOOX
Jen

[cinnamon robin]

Oh my, my! These are just GORGEOUS! :)

[Tanya @froufroubritches]

Beautiful! I too, am an amy Butler fabric lover. She rocks! Your banner is so cute and colorful. Love it!

[Julie@JulieChats]

That is by far the best banner I've seen! You did an awesome job! Thanks for sharing!

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[Ruth]

Love that banner. Amy Butler does have some of the most delicious designs.

Ruth

[Theresa]

WOW - this banner is gorgeous. You did such an amazing job, as always. :) Talk to you soon! Theresa

[A Rooks]

I love your banners!

[Karen]

Very cute and creative! And I love the Amy Butler stuff.

[Catherine]

Amy Butler + glitter + pom pons = LOVE

Looks wonderful!!!

[Kim @ Everything Etsy]

Whoo Hoo! That's beautiful! One of these days I'm going to complete a banner. I love them! Thanks for joining us with such a pretty post! :)

~Kim

[Alisa]

very cute! I love the colors.

[Carole]

Really cute banner!

[Anne]

That's beautiful! I love Amy Butler fabrics and papers!

[Amanda @ House Revivals]

this is just so stinkin' cute!

[Katherine {Sevi Designs}]

I love this banner. This is a perfect Spring edition :)