My 'Precious Metals' DT piece this week for the Stamp Man is a bound journal with the theme of gold to it. I have stayed away from the Olympic medals, just because I didn't have any inspiration for it. But any metals will be fabulous to see on your projects. The lovely Angela is hosting this week so do pop over and see the amazing samples from the team.
The frame on the front of my book was cut from gold metal sheet, put through an embossing folder. painted with brown acrylic paint, sanded down and gold inka gold rubbed into it. I then added some aged gold embossing enamel on the edge and some on the front and back cover too.
I found the words to Spandau Ballet's song and printed out onto paper for the opening of the book and of course other gold can be added when the book is made up.
Just some of the pages
Jill is offering the winner a £10 voucher to spend at the Stamp Man On-line Store, you never know this could be you!
Supplies -
Mixed papers for pages and front cover
Bind It All
Sizzix dies - Ornate frame back #3, phrase inspire
Chocolate acrylic paint, inka gold
Cracked embossing folder
A selection of masks
Have a great weekend.
hugs {brenda} xox
FABULOUS project - love what you did with the mirri card.
ReplyDeleteI understand you have now been in to a Michaels too - I hope you had a 40% off voucher!
Have a great weekend
Kathyk
Yes Brenda, this is a wonderful journal and I love it!!! Thank you! Actually, this will be my Summer of 2012 photo journal! Have a wonderful weekend! Big hugs! XOXO
ReplyDeleteBrenda, I saw this incredible book over at Terry's Blog. There is no doubt she will fill this with special photos and memories of your time together.
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Lynne
Smashing book with great pages Brenda, hope you are having a fab time in the USA, Annette x
ReplyDeleteOh wow... this is fabulous . I just love the embossed metal on the front.
ReplyDeleteLisa x
Dear Brenda, your book is beyond gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteFantastic piece of art!
All that sun you must be turning a lovely shade of Gold yourself! This book Brenda is absolutely gorgeous. Enjoy your holiday XOXO Zoe
ReplyDeleteJust wonderful Brenda a fab make hugs Rebekah xx
ReplyDeleteThis is just so fantastic Brenda and a stunning piece to put on the front of your book. The pages inside are beautiful and love the words. I so loved the song then and brings memories of those pop days back!!hope you have a good weekend
ReplyDeletex catherine
A fabulous project. Love the golden textured background with inspire on it.
ReplyDeleteFabulous Brenda, love the texture and layout. Have a fabulous weekend. Tracy x
ReplyDeleteSpectacular Brenda...you deserve a medal for your work. Hope you are having a great weekend. take care, gerri
ReplyDeleteWowzer Brenda this is yet another one of your awesome works of art the front of the journal looks amazing and what wonder there is on the inside, amazing creation.
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Lorraine x
This is fab; Terry will treasure it. I bet if you were home right now you would defo be in the mood for Gold Medals! Chin-high in removal boxes, got a van this weekend. Look forward to seeing you in our new home,
ReplyDeleteL x
Sorry to hear you didn't find much to attract your credit card in Michaels this trip but pleased to hear you found somewhere else instead.
ReplyDeleteI buy basics from there (and Joanns) now and find the independent stores more interesting - let me know if you are planning to hit Florida and I'll send you some pointers!
Kathyk
Hi Brenda,
ReplyDeleteFabulous book, I love it.
Hope you are having a great time.
By the way did you get my e-mail?
hugs Kimx
Wow Brenda. I love your journal. What a fantastic gift. I am sure it will be used with love and treasured.
ReplyDeleteSiobhan x
Your journal is marvelous!!! I love how you did the cover and the song is perfect for the gold theme.
ReplyDeleteThis is a fabulous journal Brenda, love the variety of stamped pages that I'm sure Terry will enjoy filling.
ReplyDeleteHope you're having a fab time
Avril xx