Sara Emily graciously agreed to step in at the last minute when our winner of the Autumn Splendor challenge was unable to join us.
Here is what she has to say and the wonderful project she has created for this challenge - An Altered State.
Hello, Friends! It is an honor and a joy to be asked to join the talented Frilly and Funkie team as Guest Designer today! Some of you may know I love up-cyclying yard sale finds, but I enjoy just about anything crafty! I find it difficult to focus on just one style; I will try anything once—twice, if I like it!
Cec’s theme “An Altered State” is right up my alley, and it took me no time to dig out a Styrofoam cone I picked up at a yard sale years ago. I’ve envisioned this as many things, but Cec gave me the nudge to actually do something about it!
I saw trees similar to these on Pinterest a LONG time ago, and wanted to give them a try with my own personal spin. I picked up a few smaller cones at my local craft store to complete this set of three. These trees will be a table centerpiece at my daughter’s voice and piano instructor’s Christmas recital, so I wanted to give them lots of sparkle and a nod to music.
I also transformed old sheet music, silver and gold jingle bells, and half pearls to give these a festive, melodious look. Lot’s of texture paste, Distress glitter and sprays, and DecoArt Glamour dust make these shimmer and shine! I’m afraid the camera cannot pick up just how sparkly these trees are in real life!
Thank you, ladies, for allowing me to join you as Guest Designer!
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If you too would like an opportunity to join us as a Guest Designer, then all you need to do is participate in our current challenge - An Altered State. The winner of the challenge as chosen by the Design Team will be invited to be a Guest Designer.
Squeeeeeee! I love, love, love these! I have had this same idea in my head for about 2 years...and now I just have to do it. Wow, Sara Emily...these are gorgeous! Thanks for sending that creative nudge in my direction! Hugs!
ReplyDeleteKathy stole the words and the squeal right out of my mouth Sara! These are just incredible and I love that you used sheet music!! These are going to look so wonderful sitting out during the holidays, wow! It's great to have you here with us today as our guest designer. hugs :)
ReplyDeleteSuch cool trees, Sara - you did it again! Fabulous!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely gorgeous! Wish I could see all that sparkle in person!
ReplyDeleteOf course you made these last minute Sara... WOW! I want to craft this well last minute ;)
ReplyDeleteSpeechless and gasping - jaw on the floor - can't even get a squeel out! No words to describe how wonderful these are! MANY thanks for stepping in as our Guest Designer this week, Sarah Emily. We are always honored to showcase your fabulous talent and projects.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Linda
OMGoodness, these will look fabulous at your daughter's recital Sara - the music paper looks amazing - what a fantastic way to transform those humble polystyrene cones - a genius idea! Anne xx
ReplyDeleteHow lovely to see Sara Emily here, and what a fabulous make! Your enchanting musical trees will be the perfect ornament at your daughter's recital.
ReplyDeleteAlison x
Beautiful altered trees Sara, love that you used the sheet music for your daughter's recital, they will be perfect! Deb xo
ReplyDeleteSara dear, you are such a talent and these were created last minute! Holy doodledee! Wowzers on so many levels! These are awesome sauce!
ReplyDeleteHappy to see your amazing creation here, dear Sara! What a super talented lady you are! Those altered trees are fantastic! Hugs! Branka x
ReplyDeleteOutstanding my friend! Glad you stepped in and showed us the way! these are gorgeous!! Love your photo as well!! hugs,Jackie
ReplyDeleteOh wow - these are Seriously Gorgeous and I can imagine how they sparkle in real life! Thank-you for giving my mind a nudge too Sara! Nicola x
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