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Friday 27 January 2012

The Stamp Man - Embellish it

Good morning, it's Friday and it's ........................ - oh gosh do you know what came into my head????
Those of a certain age will perhaps have had the same phrase in mind!! ........... anyway it's Friday and iiiiiiiit'ssssss .......... Crackerjack 
- no sorry I mean it's another fabulous challenge at The Stamp Man.


I had planned to make a different piece for this, but when it came to it, the mojo and magic wouldn't work, so this is what I came up with instead. Not how I would normally think of embellishing something, but I enjoyed making it all the same. As you can see my main embellishing technique is to use TH fragments and papers - on the top and on the sides of this box.







I think it will be perfect to hold my small white button collection.


Supplies
Tim Holtz paper stash - crowded attic
Tim Holtz stamps - haberdashery, shabby french, urban tapestry
Distress inks - old paper, bundled sage, fired brick, vintage photo.
Tim Holtz - fragments
Glossy Accents
White household paint
lace, buttons, pin, snaps from stash

Jill, Mrs StampMan, is generously giving the winner of the challenge a £10.00 voucher for her on-line store, and as usual the other design team members have some amazing projects to inspire you. 
Come on over and take a look.

Have a great Friday and a fabulous weekend.

luv and hugs {brenda} xoxox







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43 comments:

  1. Lisa Jane27 January 2012 at 12:13

    oh this is so pretty and a perfect storage idea
    Love all the habedashery embellies
    Lisa x

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  2. Tindaloo27 January 2012 at 12:19

    what a gorgeous piece of art this tin is! I luv what u've done with the TH fragments! :)

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  3. Helen27 January 2012 at 12:23

    Lol!!! It's Friday, it's 5 to 5 and ..... used to love Crackerjack!

    Your box is gorgeous.

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  4. lisa27 January 2012 at 12:23

    Yep that's the first think that came into my head too, Brenda!!!
    Your box is so beautiful. I love how you've used the fragments. The buttons scare me somewhat though, would have to use it to store something else, you know how weird I am about buttons!!!
    Hope you have a lovely weekend.
    Hugs Lisax

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  5. Crafty Loops27 January 2012 at 12:26

    Wow, now this is my type of crafting. This box is amazing. Lee x

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  6. Caroline27 January 2012 at 12:27

    Love it Love it Love it!! As you know I am box mad... what a fabulous project :)

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  7. cheryl27 January 2012 at 12:35

    oh Hun this is one brilliant piece of Art Hun,just brilliant,love the detail as always first class hugs Cherylx

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  8. Junibears27 January 2012 at 12:50

    It's a great box! You've made a lovely job!
    I went back furtgher than Crackerjack. 'Friday night is Amami night!! I'm as old as Methusela! xx

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  9. Gina27 January 2012 at 12:55

    Oh yes...I too am of a certain age lol, but your box totally brought back memories of playing with my gran's button box when I was little. I know have to make a button box :S XXX

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  10. Sheetal Ahlawat27 January 2012 at 13:02

    This is so pretty Brenda. Simply gorgeous!

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  11. Netty27 January 2012 at 13:34

    Love the shabby chic look of your box Brenda. Enjoy the weekend, Annette x

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  12. Anonymous27 January 2012 at 13:43

    Brenda
    At 43 years of age I can certainly say I remember this phrase - strange as I never liked Crackerjack, always too loud for my liking.
    I never tire of seeing dressmaking artwork. This is as good as it gets, amazing detail and love your colour choice.
    Wishes
    Lynne

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  13. Asia King (aka Joanna K)27 January 2012 at 14:04

    That's a gorgeous piece, Brenda! So delicate shabby chic feel, love it!

    Have a lovely weekend! xx

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  14. Mrs.B27 January 2012 at 14:59

    Loe this altered box Brenda, and perfect for the buttons.
    Avril xx

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  15. Meggymay27 January 2012 at 15:42

    Love the shabby chic look, the details are gorgeous.
    Yvonne x

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  16. Siobhan Fyffe27 January 2012 at 17:02

    What a fabulous box Brenda, it reminds me of a box my Gran had filled with buttons. I used to sit for ages making pretty patterns on a tray with all her lovely buttons.
    Siobhan x

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  17. SYLVIA-ANNE27 January 2012 at 17:46

    Wow wow wow Brenda - love this box! The embellishments are fabulous, and I really had to smile at your comment about Crackerjack - OMGoodness I am sooooooo ancient (and so are my children who used to watch it with me)!! LOL :D
    Have a happy weekend - hugs, Sylvia xx

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  18. Anonymous27 January 2012 at 18:17

    This is beautiful! I really love how you painted it! You can't go wrong with TH embellies. Isn't funny how we picture one thing and another emerges? I hear it's the muse setting itself free!

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  19. craftymum27 January 2012 at 18:23

    Hi Brenda
    your opening words made me think back to Crackerjack. Then I saw that I was right. Oh dear we are showing our age!!!!
    This project is gorgeous.. How long did it take you?

    Warm hug to you.
    Sarah x

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  20. Margreet27 January 2012 at 18:41

    Don't know who or what Crackerjack is, Brenda, but nevertheless is your box fab decorated....love it!... have a wonderful weekend!
    xxx Margreet

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  21. Maria Matter27 January 2012 at 19:01

    gorgeous pc of artwork Brenda!

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  22. lainey27 January 2012 at 19:02

    this is a fabulous piece, love the distressing!! lainey x

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  23. Desirée-ScrapDees27 January 2012 at 19:26

    wowie what a lovely box, great!

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  24. DesignerDiva27 January 2012 at 19:30

    What a gorgeous little box Brenda I love all your fragment embellishments - I so need to play with all my TH stuff!
    I remember Crackerjack!
    Hugs Laurie xx

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  25. Zoechaos27 January 2012 at 19:51

    Wonderful box lots and lots of magical texture and you can never have enough storage and if it can be pretty so much better. XOXO Zoe

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  26. Silvia(Barnie)27 January 2012 at 20:07

    How cool - your altered box looks really fantastic. Love all the sewing details.

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  27. Unknown27 January 2012 at 20:10

    Wonderful box of bits totally love it!

    Have a great weekend.

    Big hugs Jo xxx

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  28. Craft Addicts - Tracy Evans27 January 2012 at 20:16

    Love your altered box, beautifully embellished. I remember Crackerjack too LOL. Tracy x

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  29. Vicky27 January 2012 at 20:34

    Just so beautiful Brenda...

    have a super weekend...big hugs Vicky xx

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  30. Unknown27 January 2012 at 21:02

    Amazing!!!! Superb box Brenda. Have a lovely weekend x

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  31. Unknown27 January 2012 at 21:02

    Hi Brenda
    WOW!!! This is a beautiful project you have created chum, it is just fabulous and I'm sure you did enjoy every single moment making it too..
    can hardly believe it's nearly the end off January already this month has just flown by, have a super weekend chum,
    Hugs
    Sarah x

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  32. Berry 27 January 2012 at 22:05

    This is fab Brenda what a great box with such unique embellishments hugs Rebekah xx

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  33. trisha too27 January 2012 at 22:39

    Oooh, I like it! Very pretty box, Brenda!

    :)

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  34. Miranda27 January 2012 at 22:47

    Wow what a great box, you are a creative lady, greetz Miranda

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  35. Dolly Daydreams28 January 2012 at 09:45

    Guilty of being of that certain age, Crackerjack !!!!!! Goodness me seems like yesterday. What a fabulous box , beautifully embellished both inside and out. Hope you have a wonderful weekend.

    Marie

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  36. Irene28 January 2012 at 12:21

    What a fantastic box Brenda, what a lovely thing to have, to put your bits and pieces in.
    Have a good weekend,look forward to catching up soon.
    Irene xx

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  37. Terry28 January 2012 at 14:56

    Brenda, I just love your embellished box! The first thing that came to my mind, was that it would be perfect for holding buttons! Enjoy the weekend! Hugs!

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  38. Debbie (Little Gingham Bear)28 January 2012 at 16:44

    Wow this is absolutely stunning - love it! xx

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  39. The Sparkly Fairy28 January 2012 at 17:17

    Double or drop??? :) I must be of a certain age too! Love the box. Thanks for visiting my blog x

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  40. Anonymous28 January 2012 at 19:47

    Brenda, i am totally in love with this exquisite box, what an absolutely gorgeous project. Your talent just blows me away
    hugs June x

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  41. Cindy Adkins29 January 2012 at 18:05

    I love it! You're so very talented! Congrats on your birthdays!!
    Hugs, Cindy

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  42. Gerri Herbst30 January 2012 at 02:07

    So very sweet... I must be of a certain age too! take care, gerri

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  43. coldwaters230 January 2012 at 22:21

    I think you have so much in common with Tim Holtz, Brenda, I am sure he would be as amazed as I am at the work you produce, this is yet another stunning work of art.
    Hugs
    Lorraine x

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In these busy times I know how difficult it is to find the time to visit blogs so I feel very privileged you have stopped by here. I love to read your comments so thank you for leaving one. Hugs Brenda xxx