I started crafting when I was a young girl. I loved making pretty things from stuff that would otherwise end up in the bin and was usually found altering and decorating egg boxes, jam jars, old tins etc. to store my bits and pieces in in my bedroom.I took up dancing in my teenage years which was my main hobby for a long time. I picked up on my crafting again to fill a void when I retired from dancing about 10 years ago. I don't think I have a particular style, I am quite eclectic and I love using different layers and textures. I was brought up in the country so a botanical theme tends to show up in my work quite a lot. I love birds especially owls, trees flowers and all animals. I dont really plan my projects beforehand, I just tend to go with how I am feeling or thinking at the time.
The project was done with my DH in mind as we were never blessed with children so there is just the two of us. We both love birds and celebrate our Pearl 30th anniversary this year. I wanted to use a variety of textures so I started by stamping onto inked and painted backgrounds and used texture paste through stencils one of which was coloured.
I used die cuts coloured with distress paint and embossing powders to use as a frame, and die cut 2 little birds onto which I used Ranger crackle paste to add interest.
The flowers started as die-cut spirals from inked copy paper which have been rolled up and the petals rolled back to make little roses. The roses were brought to life with a few little dots of glossy accents for raindrops. Die-cut leaves and pearl embellishments were added with the title die-cut sentiment. The 'You and I' are chit chat stickers onto a small pearl flat bead from my stash.
I'm sure you will agree that Mo's project is absolutely gorgeous! If you would like a chance of being a Guest Designer all you need to do is join in with the current challenge.
Oh how wonderful Mo! I love how you've made this such a personal project and wish you a very happy anniversary (in advance!!) The addition of the pearls around the super frame and the gorgeous flowers combine with all those yummy textures/layers to make a beautiful hanging. Thank you so much for sharing this with us. Jenny x
ReplyDeleteThis is such a gorgeous project Mo! There are so many wonderful details - I love the pearls and your stunning roses in particular. Jennie x
ReplyDeletesuch a stunning project Mo - love this - hugs rachel x
ReplyDeleteThis is such a beautiful project, Mo. I love your roses and the pearls.
ReplyDeleteSpectacular! Love all the texture, the colors work beautifully and the little bird die cuts are fantastic. So happy to have Mo as our guest designer this week!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Linda
Gorgeous. I love all the die cuts and the way you layered them. The pearls show off the frame so nicely and the roses are so pretty. Congrats to you and your husband.
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Cec
As ever Mo, your work is outstanding! This is so beautiful and a lovely tribute to your wonderful years together! Hugs, Anne x
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your F&F guest design spot Mo - this is a most beautiful hanging with a fantastic range of techniques. The detailed step x step over on your own blog is really well done and well worth checking out. May your 30th wedded year be your best yet. Nicola x
ReplyDeleteSimply beautiful Mo. I love the detail, particularly the raindrops on the roses and pearls. Lynn x
ReplyDeleteWhat a Valentine! Very pretty!
ReplyDeleteA completely lovely Valentine from Mo - brilliant, brilliant work!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your guest spot!
Alison xx
Your project is lovely, Mo!! I adore the coloring and all the details you have incorporated. Everything is layered so beautifully!!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Nancy