Monday, July 5, 2010

CCC #4 - Shabby Chic


Lots more fun with the Compendium of Curiosities Challenge this week and amazingly enough I'm getting it done on the first day instead of the last.  My "tag" is made with grungeboard and I used an "On The Edge" die to cut the bottom.  Paint dabbers used for the technique are espresso and snow white.  Over the background technique I also stamped some circle/spatter images using paint dabbers.  All stamps are Tim Holtz images.  The Mona image and quote are stamped onto a manila tag, colored with Distress Inks, cut or torn out and edged with paint dabbers.  Inkssential white pen to color "creativity" and "art" and also for the dots at the top and bottom.  A pen nib colored with alcohol ink butterscotch, twill ribbon, and a trinket pin finish things off. 

14 comments:

Marnie Blum said...

I find this piece is really drawing me in. The more I look at it the more I like it! Thanks for sharing it.

Linda Ledbetter said...

Wanda, this is just fabulous! The "splatters" are a completely brilliant touch, and so striking with the grey-tonied backdrop. Such gorgeous details on this card-- WOW!

You know, I'm always beyond happy to get your submissions, whether on day one or right before the Challenge closes! They always make my eyes and heart happy.

Hugs,
Linda

MarleneMAZ said...

I love the colours you used on this tag, it is gorgeous.

Carolyn said...

Wanda, I never tire viewing your art because you always find the right elements to enhance a basic design or technique. This tag is another example of your creativity. LOVE IT!

Lynn Stevens said...

Great colors Wanda! so Artsy!!

Kim said...

Wow! I love your tag!! I love the colors, and Shabby Chic technique was perfect on the background! My fave!

Lori said...

Love it! The technique looks awesome, and I love all the bright colors you used on the rest!

Rachelle said...

Love how your tag looks. The background is so cool!!!

minnie_mac said...

Love the colours and how all the elements come together.

Marilyn

Anonymous said...

Fabulous tag Wanda! The bright colours look brilliant against the background!

Netty said...

Wow this is terrific, love it. Annette x

Terry said...

Fantastic colors and I love it all! Gorgeous!

Nan said...

Love your color choices and embellishments...wonderful!

CuddlyBunny said...

You devil! This is stunning! Love the Lisa and mixed overlay colors! Beautiful!