Photo Lantern by Shannon

Photo Lantern by Shannon

Today, I am showcasing this beautiful Photo Lantern designed by guest designer Shannon at Rae of Life Photography using the Square Classic Lantern SVG file.  She approached me with this idea and I was so excited to see how it would turn out.  As you can see, it is beautiful!  What a wonderful idea to use photos for the sides of the lanterns.  AND it is even better at night!  Click here to read about all the details and a additional video on her blog.

Photo Lantern by Shannon
Photo Lantern by Shannon

And here it is with a battery-operated candle.

Photo Lantern by Shannon

Again, more details and a video are available on her blog (direct link above).
Shannon’s Rae of Life Photography Craft Blog: http://www.raeoflifephotography.com/craftblog

Tall Window Lantern – Christmas Version

Tall Window Lantern – Christmas Version

For me, many files in the Simply Crafty SVGs’ shop are versatile enough to use for multiple occasions.  This is not by accident.  As a crafter, I like to get the most bang for the buck, as I am sure most of you understand.  So, today, I made a Christmas version of the Tall Window Lantern SVG design.  It is so easy to customize for any holiday or season.  The original I made with a Spring feel, but I really wanted to make it for a Christmas decoration for my home.

I added a few Holly, Pine and Berry elements for the top using images from the Cricut cartridge 3D Floral Home Decor.  I used the leaves from design #MA404E and the holly and pine from design #MA404C. I also added a few rhinestone accents on the top.

Tall Window Lantern - Christmas Version
Tall Window Lantern - Christmas Version

I embossed the optional vellum panels with the Cuttlebug Victoria Embossing Folder.  I love the look of embossed vellum.

Tall Window Lantern - Christmas Version

Instead of using a battery-operated tealight, I lit it up a small string of Fairy Lights. This really highlights the embossing pattern.

Tall Window Lantern with Fairy Lights - Christmas Version

I hope you enjoyed this project.  Happy Crafting!  -Sandy

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