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So remember when I needed inspiration for what to make our card holder out of? And then you all inspired me and led me to the one? Well, I took everyone’s advice and did an alchemy request on Etsy. Four people answered my bid and I chose one, Petal Products. So Petal Products doesn’t normally make tree card holders, nor does she make anything tree or wood related, BUT she was sweet, confident, and lived in a heavily wooded area, so I took a chance. Best decision ever.
This was my first alchemy request, so I was nervous and not at all acclimated to the process, but it couldn’t have been easier. So, are you ready to see it?
Here it is, in all its tree stump glory:
I LOVE it! It’s everything that I wanted. And, I seriously want to give a shout out to Cynthia of Petal Products. She was amazing to work with—very responsive, and even sent me picture and email updates throughout the process. I know she worked so hard on this, and it definitely shows. She even did a little congratulatory note on the inside of the tree for us:
So, have you done any alchemy requests? What was your experience like?
Oh wow, that’s incredible! How awesome that it turned out to be everything you wanted! ^_^
That’s awesome, Froyo! I’m so happy you got what you wanted!
That looks amazing….I’m glad it turned out the way you were hoping.
I’m glad that your first foray into Etsy Alchemy was a successful one! 
That looks awesome!
It looks awesome! I love Alchemy on Etsy. I used it for a couple of cute drawings and MAN! Was I impressed! Best decision ever!
I love this taken on the card box! I recently did my own first alchemy request and had great results too!
Your card box looks so good, she did an amazing job on it.
Wow… that is too neat! Kudos to Petal Products for the magnificent work.
Ooh, awesome. I really like how it turned out. I find the alchemy request stuff totally cool/mystifying.
Hot diggity dog! Thanks, everyone. I think one day I’ll write a novel about this creation as it was probably my most ambitious artistic persuit to date (except maybe spending all night in my classroom covering it -walls and ceiling- with fabric to create a forest-y look. Violating all fire codes known to man… that was pretty ambitious. Well, it won me “Employee of the Month”…hahaaha.)
Anyhoo, I’m up to doing another one, should to opportunity present itself, so don’t hesitate to check out the actual post in my etsy shop. I sorta feel like I need to do a step by step thingee on what all I did. Also, there’s some REALLY cool fire shots I got while burning it out.
Yay. Sure to be nominated for longest “comments” writer ever! How exciting. Take care everyone, and thanks to Kelsey. That Sean better realize he’s one lucky man!
Peace out,
cynthia.
Oh, and here’s a direct link to the spot in my shop:
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=34661328
Thanks!
I have been so nervous to try an alchemy request! I’m glad your first one worked out SO NICELY! It’s fantastic, and I love it!
I chickened out of my alchemy requests. But so happy yours was a huge success! Woohoo!
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Mrs. Frozen Yogurt, Dallas Age and Occupation: 28, Special Projects Coordinator Fiance's Age and Occupation: 26, Equity Trader Engagement Date: March 19, 2009 Wedding Date: April 2010 Venue: Marie Gabrielle, Dallas About Me: I was born and raised in Texas, and have lived in several of the cities across the state, but I currently reside in Austin. I went to college in Boston and have a special place in my heart for the Northeast. I love reading, shopping, wine, reuniting with college friends that are scattered across the country, reality TV, trying out new recipes, and attempting all the DIY projects that come along with wedding planning. I'm a "bleeding heart, save the world type" and thankfully my job allows me to work on legislation and policy to help out those in need. I met Mr. Frozen Yogurt in a bar, though he doesn't even drink! And now we are planning a modern yet vintage wedding in Dallas while dealing with the trials and tribulations of first time homeownership.
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