Unique Table Decor for Fall

November 4th, 2009 Posted by Amy

A Fall dinner party at my friend Amy’s home inspired me to share her great idea for Autumn table decor- waxed leaves. We have a beautiful collection of color to choose from in Kansas City this time of year.

The first step is easy and fun.  Collect some of the beautiful leaves you can find in your yard this time of year - make it a family event and get the kids to each pick their favorite three or four leaves.

Next, pick up some parafin wax - we used Gulf Wax - it’s a general use parafin wax for canning and candle making.  Be sure to follow any directions on the box as to heating and melting the wax. We used a double boiler method.  Keep pots and pans clean by using a large empty can to put the wax in to melt.  Then we put the can into a shallow pan of water and set it to boil. Once the water starts heating, the wax in the can melts.

Then for the fun part.  Just dip in each leaf one at a time and lay on waxed/parchment paper to dry.  The results were wonderful.  Once dry/hardened, just spread the leaves around the table.  The wax coating preserved the leaves so we could share in the beautiful colors longer.

Try it for yourself. It’s fast and easy and perfect for a Thanksgiving table.  Here are a few of my favorite Vintage Workshop images with leaves.

SI0763 - Sweeping Leaves

SI0763 - Sweeping Leaves

SI0223 - Fall Turkey

SI0223 - Fall Turkey

Create a Spa Gift Basket

November 3rd, 2009 Posted by Annette
Uses image SI0609 - Violet Beauty

Uses image SI0609 - Violet Beauty

Create this beautiful spa gift basket using finds from your local discount store. Read the rest of this entry »

Monthly Free Image for November

October 30th, 2009 Posted by Amy

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Click to enlarge image before saving.

This vintage lady is Amy’s Free Pick for the month.  Be sure to click on the image first to see the full size image. Then right click (Mac: control+click) and “save to” your computer desktop or a folder of your choice.  This process will ensure you get the best quality of the image.

Favorite Spooky Images

October 23rd, 2009 Posted by admin

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Beware, dear friends, ah, yes, beware!  The time of Halloween is here.  Some of my favorite vintage Halloween images feature frightened cats, flying witches, spider webs and jack-o-lantern scarecrows.  Here are just a few of my favorite spooky images available for purchase at The Vintage Workshop.  Click on the image to view more details.  Until next time…

Halloween Witch Door Hanger

October 19th, 2009 Posted by admin
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Image used is from Halloween III collection

Welcome Halloween visitors in style with this delightful door hanger. It’s so quick and easy you can make one for each door in your house. Read the rest of this entry »

Using Images as Templates for Applique

October 14th, 2009 Posted by Cheryl

Halloween Towels

Halloween Towels

The Vintage Workshop imagery can be used in other ways besides the standard print, cut and paste.  One way is to use the vintage graphics to make templates to use for applique. Read the rest of this entry »

Halloween Tote

October 11th, 2009 Posted by Annette
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Halloween Tote

Create a fun Halloween tote bag using imagery from The Vintage Workshop.

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More Halloween Fabric listed on Ebay!!

October 7th, 2009 Posted by admin

We found more Halloween themed fabric in our stash and want to share it with you!  Some we are listing was used in our Halloween quilt shown in our Halloween Quilt Inspiration Blog Post - click here to view!

Also, Indygo Junction has lots of listings for retired and discontinued patterns including doll clothing, adult clothing, embroidery, holiday patterns and more!

Check out our current auctions for:  The Vintage Workshop & Indygo Junction!

Halloween Fun Foods

October 7th, 2009 Posted by Cheryl
Caramel Apple

Featuring image from emt102 - Halloween Collage Collection

Cat Cupcakes

Featuring image from collection IE310, Halloween II

Give your Halloween treats a special touch using images from The Vintage Workshop. Simply print your favorite Halloween image onto thick cardstock.  Cut out your image, stick in a toothpick and then add to your treat.  Whether you are dressing up cupcakes, topping caramel apples or adding punch to your cake - The Vintage Workshop is your source for vintage Halloween imagery and party decor. Until next time…

Halloween Quilt Inspiration

October 3rd, 2009 Posted by Cheryl

Halloween Quilt using VW Imagery

Halloween Quilt using VW Imagery

Halloween Quilt using VW Imagery

Halloween Quilt using VW Imagery

Halloween Quilt using VW Imagery

Halloween Quilt using VW Imagery

Creating unique quilts is fun and easy using imagery from The Vintage Workshop.  This quilt was created using our imagery printed onto inkjet printable fabric. Then the fabric is cut into the right size to substitute for a regular block of your favorite quilt pattern. Read the rest of this entry »