AMISH WAY

MMDT Challenge #19 using page that integrates a woven aspect.

Element options:  patterned paper, ribbon, fabric or chipboard.

Grid paper used: black. www.snapncrop.com

Patterned paper by: www.jennibowlin.com (magpie)

Copper buttons.

Researched the web for weaving in general and then paper weaving.  There was an overabundance of information. The below web site was where I obtained the heart template printed at 60% and cut 2 pieces out and followed the instructions from 2nd website.  If you just google search paper weaving the first search was all I needed and learned so much! Will have to try some new ideas.

http://www.firstpalette.com/tool_box/printables/heart.html

 http://www.oncewed.com/diy-wedding-blog/diy-woven-paper-hearts/

 Every year my family takes a girl trip to Illinois where we visit Amish/Mennonite communities in Arthur, Arcola, and Mattoon.  The photos are of beautiful animals and farmland. The colors chosen came from the cows and horses.

 Using a checkerboard pattern on page one with paper weaving in the corners. I found out how unforgiving paper is. I used a 4" piece of dark brown w/a 3" light brown, clipped to make 4 weaves and after taping securely cut to correct size for grid and placed.

Pages one and two:

Note the speed limit sign by the buggy.

End speed zone:

Hope you can forgive the crinkles in the paper - didn't think to iron it? Hope you enjoyed the journey.