Tuesday, February 15, 2011

Medallions and a Making Memories Giveaway! Mmmmm!

This is my 200th blog post! And it's Valentine's Day ta boot. Sounds like two very good reasons to host a giveaway to me. Do you agree? Good! Because I have an assortment of the brand new (and awesome) Bravissimo products from Making Memories to give to one lucky winner. Woot!


This giveaway is part of the Studio 5 segment I did today, which was all about medallions.



Like that? You can watch more of my segments on the Creating Keepsakes website. Thanks for your interest and support!

Now, here's how to make your own medallion base (the fluffy back part).

1. Cut a strip of flexible material (paper, fabric, crepe paper, burlap, felt, etc.) into a 1" x 12" strip.


2. Knot the end of a string several times, and run a basting strip along the bottom edge of the material.

3. Pull the fabric tight along the string to form the medallion shape.


4. With the medallion shape formed, stitch the two ends together and snip any excess thread. With that, you have your medallion base. Now it's just a matter of adding a delightful center.


Here are a few things you can make from a medallion base:

A medallion card


A medallion banner


A medallion gift bag.

A medallion gift bag (would also look cute on an Easter basket).

A medallion wreath, good for Valentine's Day or any other day of the year!



Medallion treats, made using my new cotton candy machine. Yum!

I hope these ideas get you in the medallion mood. For a chance to win the Bravissimo line from Making Memories, please leave a comment between now and this Friday, Sat 19. I'll randomly select a winner from the comments received.

Cheers!
Megan

29 comments:

  1. Shemaine SmithFebruary 15, 2011 at 12:26 AM

    Ohh these are SOO cute! I saw that collection at CHA and loved every bit of it!

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  2. Jill C.February 15, 2011 at 12:40 AM

    So many things you could do with these! I love it!!

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  3. sheila lopezFebruary 15, 2011 at 1:21 AM

    just lovely, thanks for showing the technique in ez to follow instructions!! Can't wait to try it!

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  4. ChelleFebruary 15, 2011 at 4:56 AM

    That is so cool..and easy. Love the wreath.

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  5. UnknownFebruary 15, 2011 at 5:04 AM

    Cute AND easy? Total win!

    And congrats on the 200th post.

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  6. jacqueline s.February 15, 2011 at 7:26 AM

    Totally cute. Totally quick and easy too. Medallions have so many uses in crafting. Thanks for showing us. :-)

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  7. TerryFebruary 15, 2011 at 7:35 AM

    I saw your video on Studio 5 and loved all of your projects. Can't wait to see what you make for St Patrick's Day!

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  8. Heather LandryFebruary 15, 2011 at 7:40 AM

    I always wondered how to make those! Thanks so much for sharing. Your projects are darling!

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  9. Emily CallFebruary 15, 2011 at 7:52 AM

    can't decide which project I heart more! Loved them all.

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  10. AnonymousFebruary 15, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    Yeah! Congrats on your 200th post.
    I thank you so much for the tips on how to make these. What else was popular at CHA?

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  11. vbscrapperFebruary 15, 2011 at 9:33 AM

    Thank you so much for all of the great ideas and how to techniques.

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  12. kimiFebruary 15, 2011 at 9:52 AM

    Congrats on your 200th post! I have been trying to make the medallion but mine never turn out looking so great...errrr. Thanks for the chance at the giveaway!

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  13. sarahwFebruary 15, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    Super cute! What a festive way to decorate.

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  14. kolbiFebruary 15, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    I think I'll be making some medallions real soon!

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  15. Just UsFebruary 15, 2011 at 2:52 PM

    I just made a bunch of flowers with this same method-so cute and quick!!

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  16. WendyFebruary 15, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    Cute ideas! I LOVE Making Memories (and Creating Keepsakes).

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  17. KateyFebruary 15, 2011 at 6:46 PM

    Making Memories?! I love Making Memories! AND a giveaway? Wowza, that's two things I love!

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  18. Kell BellFebruary 15, 2011 at 8:35 PM

    So cute can't wait to try some and it looks like even a no sewer like me can do it.
    Thanks love your blog. Took one of your classes when you were here in Fort Lauderdale you were great

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  19. Kara WardFebruary 15, 2011 at 10:14 PM

    Hey girlie!!!

    Love your blog and miss you and Kim already!
    I had to create all by myself today. I played the stereo really loud so I didn't have to feel so alone!!!! Looking at my pretty card right now on my studio desk. Miss you girls!!!!

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  20. Savannah O'GwynnFebruary 15, 2011 at 10:19 PM

    SUPER cute! I can't wait to get this line--LOVE LOVE LOVE it:)

    Thanks for the chance to win:) sbmmhoover at yahoo dot com

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  21. UnknownFebruary 15, 2011 at 10:58 PM

    This are cute, you always have great ideas to share, i love it when your blog pops up in my reader with something new. thank you!

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  22. mandiFebruary 16, 2011 at 8:54 AM

    Those are adorable. Those would be great as a scrapbook embellishment.

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  23. UnknownFebruary 16, 2011 at 4:21 PM

    I can't wait to try these! and I love that you have a cotton candy machine!! How fun!

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  24. NicoleFebruary 16, 2011 at 9:09 PM

    OMG, sooooo cute love the medallion projects. I will be expecting that love medallion card i the mail any day now (lol). Its so cute. Congrats Meghan on yur 200th blog post. YAYAYAY

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  25. {VICKI}February 17, 2011 at 6:17 AM

    Woo Hoo on 200!

    thanks 4 the chance

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  26. UnknownFebruary 17, 2011 at 6:59 AM

    Fabulous projects Megan and you're a natural on tv! So cool!

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  27. Heather DoolittleFebruary 17, 2011 at 11:10 AM

    These medallions are so adorable! I'm GOING to have to make some of these. ;)

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  28. Kristin HayneFebruary 17, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    I just adore these!! Great job!!

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  29. dubb and dawniFebruary 18, 2011 at 5:46 PM

    I loved you on STUDIO 5. Love your cute ideas!

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