Wednesday, September 17, 2014

Divas by Design GDT - Anything But A Card

Hello Everyone!

It's Wednesday and time for another Guest Designer spot over at the wonderful Divas by Design challenge blog! This week the theme is ANYTHING BUT A CARD!

This is officially my longest running project so far as well as one of my favourite DecoArt creations. It took me about 15 hours over 3 days! Yipes, I am slow as mud, I know...but I want what I want, and if it takes a little longer, I don't mind. I am going to use this as my idea book for Autumn and Thanksgiving craft ideas. I plan to make a complete set for all the holidays and seasons. Without further ado, here is Autumn Idea Book!


This week our lovely sponsor is Crafty Devils Papercraft Supplies. This is a fantastic challenge with a great prize, so I sure do hope you will join me in the fun this week!!

 


For the background:

I crumpled up some tissue paper and glued it on with Mod Podge, making sure to tuck a half inch around to the back of the cover.

I used three different shades of green DecoArt Acrylic Paints and a home-made crackle paint technique to cover the tissue paper. Then I spritzed the paper with some diluted DecoArt Sun Yellow paint. Next I took some Tim Holtz distress inks Peeled Paint and Forest Moss and water coloured over all the wrinkles until I liked the look. 

I used the Crafter's Workshop Art Is stencil and some home-made marble texture paste (white and brown mixed together) to add some extra interest. Then I used a sponge and some DecoArt Titanium White, Pure Pumpkin and Sun Yellow paint and dabbed it here and there. Lastly, I splattered some diluted orange paint with the end of my paint brush.


The bronze bookplate is actually made out of polymer clay and antiqued with home-made bronze paint (gold, green and black mixed together) and black wash in the grooves. The sentiment is hand stamped and covered with Crackle Accents. I dripped Tim Holtz Peeled Paint, Rusty Hinge, Gathered Twigs and Aged Mahogany into the cracks.



I made a strip of home-made bark for across the front, but that is a tutorial for another day. It's a bit of a process and should probably have some photos all to itself, so I will put it on my post list for the future. For now, I hope you will zoom in and see how amazing the texture and layers of the bark is. It's some work, but so worth it, I think.

Look! A little bronze butterfly hiding in the flowers!! 



I cut the leaves out from Impression Obsession's Leaf Set, then coloured them with Tim Holtz distress inks Peeled Paint, Rusty Hinge, Gathered Twigs and Aged Mahogany. I spritzed them with water and crunched them up into balls. Dried them with my heat gun and straightened them back out. I edged them with Gathered Twigs and then splattered some orange paint on them.

The flowers were cut out using my old poinsettia die, the honeycomb trellis is Crafty Ann and the twigs are Nellie Snellen Bare Branch.





I am super excited to enter my Autumn Idea Book into the following wonderful challenges!



(This is a brand new mixed media blog that I'm super thrilled about! I highly recommend you check it out)

(I think what inspired me most are all the textures of the foliage and bark, I just love a project that's fun to touch)


That's it for today. Thank you for stopping in and for all the amazing comments. I read and appreciate every single one! If you have any questions, please let me know.


122 comments:

  1. Oh my giddy aunt Pamellia, this is outstanding....wonderful love it....and gosh the length of time it took you to make sure shows in the results....a real winner. Everytime I read your description on how you make something I just want to get all of my gear out that's stashed away and just do the same.....but it is always late at night as it is now when I go through my wonderful followers blogs....maybe I will look tomorrow again. I love your flowers and home made bark...wow....you are amazing my friend. Do you punch your flowers out then spritz them or colour them...they look amazing....errr yes I am amazed...and after spending a lot of hours with my frail dad who is slipping away each day, your creations cheer me up....they are different.....xxx
    The Journey is the Start

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    1. Aahhh, thanks Annie! I cut, then colour, then spritz and scrunch, the open and add more colour, then use my stylus and lastly curl and glue. I'm going to start putting tutorials together for my various flowers, hopefully soon. big hugs and wishes to your Dad! :)

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  2. What on earth can I say about this Pamellia?!? Wonderful creation,oh my it's beyond stunning,you do the Autumn 'look' so brilliantly. I can't wait for you to share that bark technique,it looks brilliant. You really are one of the most talented crafters out there,a real inspiration :)

    Big inky hugs
    Donna xxx

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    1. Thank you so much my crafty friend! big hugs :)

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  3. Well Pamellia, you have really really really captured the fall look... this is delicious and so right in step with the FALL spirit all over it... it is really lovely... I love all the details and those flowers... really wild and pretty... the leaves look like some that are trying to manifest here... not quite yet... but trying... I love the bark... looks like it almost has a little moss on it in places... LOVE IT... I am impatiently waiting now to know how to do it... love it all.. and it is very special... glad you took the extra time to do it... it is WELL WORTH IT... to my ARTIST friend Love, Light and PEACE ... Bonnie

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    1. Thank you Bonnie, you're so sweet! big bear hugs :)

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  4. Words fail me!! This looks like you have had a long country walk and picked up things along the way, they all go so beautifully together xx

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  5. A totally outstanding book. Your flowers, leaves and branches look so realistic, it's hard to believe they are made from paper. I can't wait to see your tutorial on how to create the bark as it looks fantastic, and all your tutorials are so well put together. The idea of seasonal inspiration books is really great. Hope you are having a good day. Sally D.x.

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    1. Thanks so much Sally! I'm already sketching out the layout for my winter/christmas book. The ironic part is that I'm doing it on a scrap bit because I have no idea book to put it in! HAHA!! big hugs :)

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  6. Wow, this is so beautiful. Your hard work paid off. I love it.

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  7. How I would love to touch your stunning book! It was so worth the 15 hours you spent on creating this delicate and wonderful "treasure"! Your book really resembles everything I love about autumn. It's breathtakingly beautiful!

    Thank you so much for sharing it with us at Our Creative Corner!

    Claudia xx

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  8. Oh my! This is fabulously real! The BEST...loved the textures, faux bark, flowers, colors...the book label is unbelievable. Your hard work has paid off and I understand when you work on a project for days to get the look you want! Way to go girl..crafty hugs.

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  9. WOW this book is stunning Pamellia!! I love the Autumn colors and your flowers & leaves look so real!
    Big hugs, Tammy

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  10. All those hours of hard work paid off, because the result is fantastic. One of the most beautiful books I've ever seen. Spectacular! Can't wait for that tutorial. :D
    Big crafty hugs to you! xx

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    1. Thank you so much Maja! So sweet! big bear hugs :)

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  11. Oh wow Pamellia what an absolute stunner. I love every thing about it. Jayne x

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  12. This is absolutely stunning Pamellia, so many gorgeous details. I love the rich colours and wonderful texture.
    Pauline
    x

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  13. WOW! Amazing, outstanding, stunning .... there are not enough words to describe how much I love this Pamellia. The colours, textures and detailing are all so beautiful. I can see why it took some time to make but it was definitely well worth all your hard work.
    hugs Sue xx

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    1. Thank you so much Sue, you brighten my day!! big hugs :)

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  14. I am so pleased you visited me as I have now found you and your gorgeous work.
    This book cover is outstanding, everything works together so well.
    Happy crafting, Angela x

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    1. Thank you Angela, your work is just amazing! I'm so glad you dropped in! hugs :)

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  15. Words fail me Pamellia! This is just incredible (pinned for future reference and general gasping at!) The textures, the foliage, and the touches of metalwork all combine in one superb project that should be your pride and joy. LOVE it! Jenny x

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    1. Wow, what a wonderful compliment! Thank you so much Jenny! big hugs :)

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  16. A stunning book, totally inspirational.
    Yvonne

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  17. Pamellia you made my jaw drop again! I am not surprised. I always so look forward to your new post, because I know it will make my day!!! I know your favorite style is shabby chic, but seems to me you can create anything!!! I love that you venture into Tim Holtz waters now and then. The flowers on this cover are to die for!!! I can't stop admiring your entire project, it is absolutely stunning! It is more than stunning, maybe I should say Pamellia stunning! Till your next marvelous project, big hug :)
    Samra

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    1. Samra, you truly do say the most wonderful things! You make me smile each and every day! Thank you for bringing a ray a sunshine with you every time you visit! big bear hugs :)

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  18. Gorgeous piece , I adore the textures and all the layers of interest. The leaves are stunning , this piece looks so tactile. Thanks so much for joining in the Eileen Hull Art with Heart Challenge. Tracy x

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  19. This is a gorgeous piece Pamellia, love all the layers and textures. Flowers and leaves look stunning.
    Avril xx

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  20. Absolutely gorgeous, Pamellia. Love all on it.
    Hugs,
    Sirkka

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    1. Thank you Sirkka, my new teamie!! hehe, hugs :)

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  21. I am running out of superlatives to describe your work Pamellia - this is stunning, love the gorgeous Autumnal colours. So pleased to see you joining in Eileen's challenge too. Anne xx

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    1. haha, thank you so much Anne, for the giggle, the kind words and for turning me on to Eileens! big hugs!

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  22. THUD! That's my jaw hitting the floor! This is absolutely gorgeous, Pamellia! You definitely have some talent and the DTs that have recruited you have done well! This is phenomenal!
    Hugs,
    Leslie
    Love To Scrap!
    Love To Scrap! Challenge Blog

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    1. OMG, hilarious!! Thanks for the wonderful compliment and out loud laughter! I just love a comment that comes with sound effects! hugs :)

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  23. WOW!! I'm glad I'm not the only one that is slow creating, but your creation is absolutely amazing! The textures are superb, the layers, every little detail thought of perfectly! This project really standouts :o) Thanks for joining us at Love to Scrap! Challenge Blog
    Tina dt

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  24. OMGoodness, this is absolutely fantastic. Love all the wonderful techniques used and texture you created. Thanks for joining us at The Mirror Crack'd.
    Hugs!
    Cec

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  25. I saw the photo of your book while browsing my blog list and was floored by the beauty of it! Then I saw it was one of your creations so I came right to your blog to get all the details. What a beauty this is! I've been pouring over your tutorial for the background and as always am amazed at the scope and variety of techniques you've combined. I seriously can't wait for the faux bark tutorial (SERIOUSLY!). You have a true gift for turning paper into a timeless treasure.
    Hugs,
    Nancy

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    1. Wow Nancy, what a wonderful compliment! You just made my whole day bright and cheery! hugs :)

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  26. This is a fantastic project, love all the yummy colours and textures on your book. Autumn is always my fave season. Have a lovely day, hugs, Valerie

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    1. Thanks Valerie! I love Autumn too, it's just so beautiful and the air is fresh and cool. Love it. big hugs :)

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  27. I am speechless , seriously this is a stunning work of art , so beautiful and shabby ,i just love it
    Take Care Pamellia
    Elaine H X

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  28. Oh wow, Pamellia another awe-inspiring project! Your attention to detail is phenomenal! xx

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  29. I nearly fell off my chair looking at this ... You are a brilliant artist with tons of patience!! Fabulous as always Pamellia!

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  30. oh wow this is just fabulous pamellia.autumn is my favourite season and you have encaptured all i love about it in your creation, the rich warm colours, the crispy leaves and amazing textures ;D

    xx coops xx

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  31. Amazing!!!!!!!!! I'm in love with every single detail!! WOW

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    1. Thank you so much Charlene for all the explanation points, they speak volumes! hugs :)

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  32. Absolutely fabulous, I love your altered notebook cover. I must remember the technique you have used for the background, it looks amazing,as do the leaves.

    I stopped by to say thank you for the lovely comments you left on my blog earlier and to say that I have become a big fan of your work and look forward to seeing more of it.


    Dionne xx

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    1. Aahhh, thank you so much Dionne, you are so sweet! I just adore your work as well! hugs :)

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  33. Absolutely gorgeous Pamellia, so many beautiful details and I just love all the texture you've created on this project. The flowers are so pretty too and they look so real, such a creative use of the poinsettia die
    Claire xx

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    1. Thanks Claire! I was glad to find a use for that die, it's so pretty, I hate to neglect it! HUGS :)

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  34. OMG I cannot believe all the details and texture you have and how you use your embellishments and the strip of homemade bark all the ideas you have it's absolutely fantastic -I kept scrolling up and down to take in all the details-just brilliant
    Carol x

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    1. Thank you so much Carol! What a wonderful compliment! big hugs :)

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  35. Hi Pamellia
    Heavens to Murgatroyd! 15 hours? There's a labour of love but its divine and screams Autumn. My poinsettia die will be coming out tomorrow as I spend 15 hours trying to figure out how you made those flowers look so beautiful lol!
    Enjoy your evening.
    Ang x

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    1. Oh good grief Ang, I'm laughing so hard I can't keep my keyboard still!! You sure know how to put the bounce back in my day!! Thank you so much!! big hugs :)

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  36. Pamellia, Jumpin' Johosephats! You have just pulled another rabbit out of the hat! How do you SLEEP at night with all that creativity swirling around in your brain? And when do you have the time to? That bark is to die for, the flowers are just wonderful-defy words-each little detail more wonderful than the next. I saw a thumbnail of this the other day, but have been saving the blog visit until I could get a few minutes to really look, and this has made my day, and probably the next month, as well. Words cannot describe the beauty in all your projects...As always thank you for sharing with such a loving heart! Big hugs! Sara Emily

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    1. Wow Sara, I don't know what to say! You really put the joy in my day today!! Thank you so much! big bear hugs! :)

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  37. Wow this is beautiful, the colors are stunning great job! Thanks for joining us at Creative Moments

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  38. I applaud you for making a book for every season! THIS book is STUNNING! LOVE all of the textures and the bright POP in your leaves! Gorgeous, Pamellia!

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    1. Thank you so much Sue! Have a great weekend! hugs :)

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  39. This is quite astonishing. 15 hours to make this - that's fast! The flowers and leaves look so real. I am totally in awe of your techniques and use of materials.

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    1. haha, thanks Sheila, although it really didn't feel fast! I thought I would never get it finished. hugs :)

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  40. Wow words fail me to express the beauty of this. I am so gobsmacked at all the detail layers shading. Love it and am so glad you found my blog as I in turn have found yours and must follow you to see more stunning creations. You are so talented.
    Julie x

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    1. Aahhh, thank you so much Julie! I am so glad to have you visit! I welcome you to My Little Craft Things with a big bright smile! hugs :)

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  41. WOW, this is sooo beautiful!!! I absolutely love it. Thank you for sharing it with us at Inspiration Journal. =)

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  42. Gorgeous, as always! There are so many incredible textures on here and the leaves look beautiful. You've captured the season so well!
    Rebecca.

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  43. I absolutely adore your book! If I could touch it, I wouldn't let go :-).

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  44. oh that's incredible!!! what a superb project!!! the flowers, the leaves, the embellies, everything is so delicate, so perfectly placed, it's quite hypnotizing
    thank you so much for entering Love to Scrap!'s "anything goes" challenge!

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  45. This is fabulous - love all the detail hun..Thank you for sharing with us Altered Eclectics this month and hope to see you in future challenges
    Hugz Elaine aka Ellapu x

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  46. Wow, wow, wow! Such fabulous texture and wonderful fall colors. I can almost hear the leaves crunching under my feet! Your gorgeous flowers remind me of dahlias, which are at their peak in the fall..so very cool the way you paired them with the leaves. I love the homemade bark....uber cool! This little book will certainly inspire your creative thinking! It's wonderful!

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    1. Thank you for all of the wow's Kathy!! You're giving me a fat head! haha big hugs :)

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  47. I think I need to come and move in with you Pamellia. As I read down the description I was struck by how much of your basic materials were 'home made', you could save me a fortune. An absolutely gorgeous stunner of a piece and I can see every one of those 15 hours of love you have poured into it. Are you angling for a spot on the 'other team'!

    Thanks so much for joining in and supporting our first ever challenge.

    Lin
    The Mirror Crack'd

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    1. haha Thanks Lin!! What a wonderful compliment! big hugs :)

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  48. I came back to say a huge thank you for also joining in our Fall is in the Air challenge at Inspiration Journal! Hugs, Anne xx

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  49. Adorable creation with adorable autumn colours...thanks so much for joining in our challenge of 'colours of autumn' and good luck in the draw...
    ♥aNNie

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  50. This is gorgeous creation. I love the colours and composition! Hugs, Justyna xx

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  51. Amazing, wonderful and I don't know what to say more....love it :)

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  52. Wow what an amazing piece of Art - stunning

    Hilda x

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  53. How gorgeous ist that!!!! I love love love it. You did a fabolous job! Thanks for sharing this on The Mirror Crack'd Challenge Blog. Have a nice day, Susanne.

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  54. Absolutely stunning. Those gorgeous textures and the flowers. Lovvveveeeeellllyyyy

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  55. Very interesting project !
    I like it.He is really stunning!
    Thanks for joining us at The Mirror Crack'd
    Vania

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  56. Wow! This is stunning! I love all the texture and dimension. Thanks so much for joining us at Love to Scrap and sharing this great creation!

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  57. Wow - what an amazing work of heart!!! Such a beautiful and lovely book!! Thank you so much for joining in at Simply Create Too!! We are glad you did!!
    Taunya Butler

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  58. Hi Pamellia, I am just trying to catch up with all your wonderful posts. This is just perfect, I adore the texturs you've created. I've loved reading and looking at every little detail, the shading on the flowers and leaves, the lovely colour wash on the book itself.....Stunning! Ruth x

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    1. Aahhh, thank you so much Ruth! You are so sweet! big hugs :)

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  59. Stunning mixed media project Pamellia!! Love everything here :) Thank you for joining us at Mirror cracked challenge this month.

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  60. Congratulations on your Top 3 spot over at Crafting for All Seasons! Well deserved, my friend! I just love every detail in this journal cover! Hugs!

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  61. Wow, Pamellia!!! Not only are you talented, creative, funny, and sweet, you are also a very lucky young lady! Congrats on the random draw at Our Creative Corner! You go girl, and if you're having any trouble storing all those new craft supplies, let me know, OK??:):)

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    1. Oh boy, really! Didn't know about that one! Thanks Sara for your wonderfully kind words and for letting me know! big hugs :)

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