Sunday, March 4, 2012

New project to share

Well I finished the book page matte or frame from my previous post here.  I used it in my latest project.  I found this vintage holy card and roof tin on my shopping trip to Deland. The reds in the card were a perfect match for the painted tin.
I plan to display this on an easel in the house .  I'll show you that vignette soon. The book page matte turned out well and makes a nice background for the holy card. I like the texture it creates and paper on paper made it easy to assemble. 
The top is finished with some scrap fabric and a vintage earring. I felt it needed a bit more too so I wrapped two twigs in twine. I like how it brings a little nature into the piece. There are trees in the background too of the holy card  illustration. I thought it worked. 

The pearls at the bottom are hand sewn on to a scrap piece of lace. I really like working with found objects, scraps and contrasting textures.

Thanks for visiting!  I can't believe I have rolled over 1000 followers. Look for a giveaway very soon sweet friends. I appreciate your support, follows and comments so much! See my previous post for a quick tutorial on how I made the torn vintage book paper "frame" or matte.  Hope you are having a great weekend.  xoxo

33 comments:

  1. Love it! I have some holy cards and was wondering what I could do with them... what a great idea! I love the red tin and the paper background. Great job!:O)

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  2. Really pretty! The little pearls at the bottom are so sweet and really add a special touch :o)
    ~Des

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  3. The finished project is just so effective Vicki - love the card on the rolled edged paper and nestled in the tin looks just perfect!
    Warm wishes,
    Suzy

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  4. It's very beautiful! You use so many wonderful elements to make your art! ♥

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  5. Very pretty! And congratulations on over 1000 followers; you deserve it!

    xo, Anita

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  6. Wow, this is remarkable! What a great finish.
    And 1,000 followers is a terrific accomplishment.
    Congratulations.
    Hugs,
    Susan

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  7. Wow Vicki, that turned out beautiful, great job!! ♥

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  8. The tin sort of looks like a church window. Perfect!

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  9. Your collage is perfect. Each element is just the right touch and vintage. Your eye for detail is amazing. I did go backwards and read about your book pages distressed. The text place on the vertical is brilliant. Congratulations on 1000 followers...

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  10. Beautiful! Congrats on you 1000 followers!

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  11. what a beautiful piece!! i love the image AND the old pressed tin. so sweet! congrats your 1,000th follower!! wow! ;)

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  12. Very pretty, Vicki! You did a wonderful job!

    XO,
    Jane

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  13. Very pretty as I knew it would be! Love the vintage tin piece!

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  14. I love everything you do! The holy card is so cool. Congrats on 1000!

    Carol

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  15. Vicki, you have a great eye and style! It makes me want to keep every little piece of material/lace I have.
    Congratulations on 1000 followers!

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  16. Love it...my gal pals and I have been looking for an unique project to use the old ceiling tins... Thanx for sharing. Tiff

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  17. Hi Vicki,
    This piece turned out beautifully! Love how the color of the tin picks up the color in the card. I just love using pieces that others would throw away. We are helping our Earth! ;) Thanks for sharing with us.
    And congratulations on the 1000 followers.
    Hugs,
    Sonya

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  18. Wonderful creation Vicki ~ love how you added the special touches.
    Thanks for sharing!
    Prim Blessings
    Robin
    P.S. Congrats on having over 1000 followers!!!

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  19. Hello Vicki!!!! I love the project!!! Its SO pretty! Congrats on having more than 1000 followers! But we all saw that coming, since youre so creative! :)

    Hugs,

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  20. Your project turned out great Vicki. I´m sure it´ll be a very pretty vignette.

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  21. Hi Vicki, that turned out really pretty. I keeping forgeting to mention I love your page.

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  22. I love all of the details, it is really stunning!
    I love tin, you made it look special~

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  23. Oh, it's just gorgeous! I LOVE that red tin! And your found elements are a gorgeous addition. Really beautiful! AND CONGRATS on your 1000 followers! That is mind blowing. You are my hero ;) xoxo

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  24. Such a gorgeous assemblage, I love the vintage earring, just the right amount of sparkle!... You have the knack for creating beautiful things! :)

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  25. Vicki, it is fabolous, dear friend, that old card just belongs to your tile, and on top of the papers you so beautifully created, it is totally stunning.
    CONGRATULATIONS on your 1000 followers that is fantastic, too.
    Hugsd,Dorthe

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  26. this is soooo pretty! Love it! Hope you have a wonderful weekend!

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  27. I was doing some blog hopping and found you.
    Congrats on having more than 1000 followers! I have looked over your blog, and I must say you are one talented gal. I will be back!

    Have a wonderful day!
    Gaby

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  28. What a creative idea to use a tin and a old vintage holy card. Can't wait to see your vignette.

    Jody

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  29. Hi Vicki, I love your blog, I just found you from Pinterest! yay! I will be back for more visiting.
    Blessings,
    Debbie

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  30. You are so creative and full of great ideas!

    Have a beautiful day,
    Sylvia

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  31. That is magnificent Vicki! I loved today's post too, Scarlett's eggs are awesome! t.xoxo

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