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Tuesday, 8 March 2011

Simon Says Stamp and Show some metal and L3 CCC 35

Good morning everyone, first I would like to say hi and welcome to my new followers; thank you for choosing to follow my journey and I hope that you will be inspired... I appreciate each and eveyone of you from number 1 to number 129!

As I was doing my entry for this weeks challenges I have to confess to being a tiny bit emotional as I look out at my daffodils blooming in the garden I remember my father, who always encouraged my creativity (though I'm sure he did not always understand it!) and I have used paper in my book that he made for me many years ago.......
So as you can guess, this week's entry is a book!
Over at Simon Says this week the theme is metal, I guess that part is pretty obvious! The last Compendium of Curiosities challenge is Design details over at Studio L3 (on page 67 of the book)

I covered my chipboard cover with cork and inked with broken china and dusty concord DI. I ran the purple metal through Tim's folder. I removed some of the purple with blending solution and then used various alcohol inks to add different layers of colour. I cut it in two and re-assembled as you can see so I could use some design detail on it.
There is also a acetate and glittered butterfly to add interest; a row of bashed brads along the top and some chain and embellishments to finish (Though I am not convinced they work so may change them later but I am running out of time before work)

From the side you can see that the pages are all hand made papers


Close up of the design details.
Have a brilliant day everyone and be blessed in your art!
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31 comments:

  1. newfiecrafter(Marilyn)8 March 2011 at 12:58

    Love this Neel so many elements and detail. Your work is always so inspiring .
    Marilyn

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  2. Sarah8 March 2011 at 14:53

    What a stunner Neil. Fabulous metal work and such a vivid colour. What a daring but great choice. So much to look at...wonderful work.
    Thanks for joining in with Simon Says Stamp & Show - good to see you again.

    Sarah

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  3. Vicki B in OP NY8 March 2011 at 17:00

    You have a spectacular gift for the unique. I love what you've done with the metal and chains. Now I have to check and see what the metal is all about - another addiction coming down the road?! Thanks for the inspiration.

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  4. Netty8 March 2011 at 19:54

    Terrific and so special Neil.

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  5. Martina8 March 2011 at 20:03

    Oh, Neil, what can I say but WOW!!!
    Your pieces are always sooo beautiful and this is just a wonderful eye candy! You are sooooo talented!!

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  6. Kasey ~ in Oz8 March 2011 at 20:09

    Woah, not only is this another fantastic work of art that you have created Neil, but it's in purple my favourite colour!

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  7. Crafting Queen8 March 2011 at 20:59

    Super creation, love it!

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  8. Birgit8 March 2011 at 21:34

    I like the chain and embelishments! I think it is so inventive and creative-your dad would be proud

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  9. Dee in N.H.8 March 2011 at 23:00

    I absolutely love this piece!! And thanks for the hello (for the new followers)

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  10. Linda Ledbetter9 March 2011 at 00:29

    What a beautiful book, Neil, and a wonderful memory of your dad! This is a magnificent approach to the Design Details technique, and you've added so many magical little touches! It's another stunning work of art from you, and I'm so honored that you've been part of the CCC!

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  11. Laura Spano9 March 2011 at 01:52

    This is great! I love the book as a whole- but I thought the 'bashed brads' were an exceptionally cool detail. I have never seen that before. I'm so glad that I found your blog!

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  12. ISA9 March 2011 at 09:25

    Work with metal is one thing favorite for me and like i see your artwork like that.. what nice work ! So vintage look, i love it ! :-)

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  13. Heidi9 March 2011 at 10:27

    This looks great!
    Beautiful colours and details:)
    Heidi:)

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  14. Meggymay9 March 2011 at 16:02

    Stunning book, so many details and a fantastic colour.

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  15. Jolanda9 March 2011 at 16:06

    wow!! this is stunning!!

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  16. Linda Coughlin, the funkie junkie9 March 2011 at 18:47

    Really awesome piece of work. Love all the metal (gorgeous color!) and the handmade paper is sensational. Magnificent job on the Show Us Some Metal challenge! So happy you joined in the fun with us this week at Simon Says Stamp and Show.

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  17. Maggie9 March 2011 at 20:17

    absolutly stunning Neil and a gorgeous rich purple colour a very special book indeed!

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  18. Nancy Wethington9 March 2011 at 23:26

    Beautifully done! Thanks for joininig the challenge at Simon Says Stamp & Show.

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  19. Bearcrazyman10 March 2011 at 01:49

    Very Nice and How special to have some of your father in it.

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  20. Anonymous10 March 2011 at 04:18

    great porject love the colors
    ~Jason

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  21. Helen10 March 2011 at 21:17

    Another fabulous piece of work, Neil - love this, and the handmade papers look great. Wonderful end to the series.

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  22. Minxy11 March 2011 at 00:34

    Ow very fetching, great vibrant colour, i like it :D
    sTAy iNkY
    huGs MiNXy

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  23. Candy C11 March 2011 at 13:37

    Hi Neil! This is a beautiful book! I wish our daffodils were blooming here (in Missouri-USA). Still a bit early..but not long! Your book is beautiful! I love the embossing folder you used and the colors are wonderful! Love the handmade papers as well! Love all of your added embellishments as well. This is a perfect project for the Show Some Metal Challenge at Simon Says Stamps and Show! Thanks so much for joining us!!! :)

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  24. Anonymous11 March 2011 at 16:18

    Brilliant metal art Neil!

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  25. Daniele11 March 2011 at 21:34

    wicked piece of art.....love the butterfly nice finishing touch
    hugs

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  26. Lynne Forsythe13 March 2011 at 15:01

    I am now officially adding you to my "CREATIVE" hero list......this piece is BREATHTAKING!!


    thanks bunches for playing along with the teamies over at Simon Says Stamp and Show!!!

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  27. Unknown13 March 2011 at 15:52

    Fabulous work Neil ... LOVE it! Thank you for joining the team at Simon Says Stamp and Show this week ... we hope to see you again soon!

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  28. Caroline Hallett16 March 2011 at 20:21

    Congrats on the win at SSSS - well deserved for a great piece

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  29. Candy C16 March 2011 at 22:24

    Congrats Neil! Very well deserved honor from Simon Says Stamp and Show Challenge!

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  30. Alix17 March 2011 at 10:05

    wowzers...and congratulations...a truly deserved win! :)

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  31. Art Joy of Sharing with Peg and Shel11 April 2012 at 03:11

    Totally awesome!

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