1/22/12

January Magazine Challenge

I am very excited to join in the party with Debbie for the first magazine challenge of 2012!
I had planned a furniture challenge but the weather has been sooooo rainy I was unable to complete the task and without photos of anything! Oh well, that will become a later challenge!

Oh what to do, what to do...something for valentines'...
Browsing through my copy of Southern Lady I found the perfect challenge...

                                                                     (Kamin Williams)

Luckily I had already picked up roses at the grocery store.  I can't pass by the floral displays without grabbing a bunch!





I quickly gathered my supplies from items I already had on hand...






I did not have the cute little candles or cups that look like bark so I downloaded a free photo of wood, fibrous bark!  Then with the wonderful paper cutter I cut strips to wrap my candles!







 And here it is...
The magazine called Floral Turnover...

                                                                 (Kamin Williams)
And my copy cat...


I can imagine a grouping of these inverted glasses with roses on the table to celebrate Valentines', a bridesmaids luncheon, or anytime I need a quick, simple arrangement! It makes an 'oh so pretty focal point for any spot in your home.'

The original...

                                                                  (Kamin Williams)
Oh yeah!! (HaPPy DAncE)  My copy with supplies I had on hand...


Now don't forget to drop by the party!!  Visit many and often! You will see old friends and make new ones!

See ya down the junkin' road!!


Jan

Party:


Sunday's Best Linky Party!

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20 comments:

Debbiedoos said...

Now that is cool Jane! I love your version. Best part is you had everything, which I love. Thanks so much for joining in on the fun. Enjoy!~:)

Penny from Enjoying The Simple Things said...

Love this! I don't get that magazine, so thank you for doing your copy cat. I am now inspired to create something like this too!

Barbara F. said...

You did a great job. I am impressed that you had everything in the house already. xo

Judy said...

Yours look great....hard to tell the difference in the "real thing". I love a good copy cat challenge and/or makeover...my favorite thrifty thing to do. I've got to get a new printer so I can print off some of those "bark" images and cover some candles.

xoxo,
Judy

Anonymous said...

WOW! Jan, you did such an outstanding job on your copy cat! Looks beautiful.
be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)

Eileen said...

Jan, This is so precious! I absolutely love this simple and beautiful idea. I am going to copy your copycat it's adorable! How clever of you to print out bark. It looks super!
Eileen @ Cottage Beach House

Pam - @diy Design Fanatic said...

Very nice Jan! I love the combination of roses with the candles. Wonderful copycat!

Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. Olson said...

Darn, I missed this challenge. What a fun one too! I love your copycat, Jan. You did a great job. So pretty, and yes I think you could use it for a lot of occasions.
Hugs,
Jann

Tania Pelletier said...

Hi Jan, I love your candle/roses/glasses project! They turned out beautifully! Thanks so much for stopping by and commenting on my blog!

Tania

Andrea said...

Goodness me! Thanks SO much for the sweet lil note!! And I MUST say you have some major talent... I think I like YOUR version better than the original!!

XO
Andrea

Stacey Stuwe said...

Hello, visiting from Debbie~doos, Very pretty! How nice would those be on a table for a brunch or even a simple wedding! Great Job!

Chatty Chics said...

Jan! Love your candles and your blog! PLEASE come link this up at my place on Wednesday! So cute!
MElody
ChattyChics.com
PS You could win a $5 Starbucks card just for entering!

Patty Marker said...

What a great copycat version and you're right one that could be used in a variety of ways. Love it.

The Auction Queen said...

You did a great job!!!! I mis seeing you around the store...Are you in any of the stores again?? I have reduced my booths because sales are so down..Hope to see you soon!!! Maybe lunch one day???

Jan@southernjunkin' said...

Oh sweet lady, y'all have been in our prayers! How bad did the Auction House get hit with the tornado? Yes we'll do lunch very soon!

cathy@my1929charmer said...

Wow, you sure did good girl. I never knew you could download a copy of fibrous bark. I must be living in the dark age of something. You are one talented girl, and a sweet one on top of it. Thanks for sharing your inspiration at Sunday's Best Party!

Angie@Echoes of Laughter said...

Hi Jan! You left so many wonderful comments on my blog last week and I wanted to tell you how much I appreciated them...but I couldn't comment on your blog for days! I could see your blog fine, but when I clicked on comments, a blank white screen would come up! I am so happy that I was finally able to get to comment today. Did you know that your comments are set at 'no reply' so when you leave a comment on a blog, no one can reply directly to your comment unless they click through to your profile? I thougth I might mention it in case you didnt realize that this was the case. I had my comments set at 'no reply' until one of my readers told me about it too! I came here to visit you and I couldn't leave a comment and I didn't see a 'contact me' place either, and I felt so sad that I couldn't tell you how much I enjoyed reading your comments! I love your magazine challenge...it is so beautiful and you did a brilliant job! I hope your week is going great Jan! Angie xo

Debbie refreshrestyle said...

Jan, great copy! I wouldn't of thought of printing out the paper! Great idea!
Debbie

Audrey said...

Congratulations on being featured on DebbieDoo's this with copy-cat. Great job and awesome idea.
Audrey Z. at Timeless Treasures.
http://audreyzumwalt.blogspot.com/

Miss Kitty said...

Hi Jan! I loved your copy cat project...congrats on being highlighted as one of the best in the party!