Peace, Hope and Joy for 2015
For my second piece for the ‘something new’ challenge at Country View Crafts I decided to get out my
Inspirational Quote Journal as I haven’t added anything to it for quite a while. You
know when an idea hits you and you’ve just got to go with the flow? Well that’s
what happened here. So if you pop back to see my next post today you will notice the
connection in wanting to free myself up from some of the time I spend
over-thinking pieces of work and also procrastinating – which I seem to do a
lot of……
This is a double page spread with words and symbolism to fit
in with the thoughts behind starting a new year filled with peace, hope and
joy.
There are lots of layers to these pages using inks,
stencils, die-cuts, texture paste, distress paints and stains.
My new candle die had to have an airing as a prayer for peace and to symbolise life, love and celebration ......
..... with the clock standing for the passing of time and that we stand on the brink of another new year, a year in which we hope will bring all those special things.
We will open the book. Its pages are blank. We are going to
put words on them ourselves. The book is called ‘Opportunity ’
and its first chapter is New Year’s Day.
Edith Lovejoy Pierce.
For me in the essence of this new challenge theme the ‘something new’ consists of a new year and using new supplies that I have added to my ever growing collection of art and craft materials, much of it thanks to Susan’s advent surprises plus some crafty goodies for Christmas from my sister Chris. I just love the new dictionary stamp she bought me which I have used on these pages - thanks Chris.
So I am looking forward to many more opportunities in the coming year to learn new techniques, to create more art and to see your new work too which is always an inspiration to me ,,,,
.... and to hopefully buy and play with a few more goodies (and as I have some CVC vouchers to spend too I think I will wait to see what comes from CHA before making any new purchases).
Wishing you all a great weekend
hugs Brenda xxx
Thoughtful and contemplative pages, so lovely to see words we write so often and mean from our hearts depicted so beautifully:-)xxx
ReplyDeleteLovely layers and the candles are beautiful - to go with the thoughts behind the page.
ReplyDeleteAlison xx
These are two fantastic pages with great details and texture.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pages, loved the candles and the thought provoking quote.
ReplyDeleteYvonne x
This is so rich in texture and I like the thought behind the creation of the pages.
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Lynne
Fantastic dps, Brenda. The textures work beautifully and I love that rusty clock.
ReplyDeleteSuch pretty journal pages Brenda! Love the inky background along with all the textured detail! Thanks for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteThis is gorgeous! Love all the detailing and reading the meaning behind this. This is wonderful inspiration.
ReplyDeleteFabulous pages...just fabulous!!!! Love the corrugated candles!!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful textures and colours Brenda. The clock is stunning and I'm rather liking those candles too! Like you, I overthink my projects and I must say it's tempting to try this out. Really inspiring.
ReplyDeleteJuliaxx
I am the queen of procrastination! Brenda, your inspirational quote journal pages are gorgeous. The texture and mix of elements all blend in perfect harmony! Love this! Hugs!
ReplyDeleteTwo wonderfully layered and colored pages for happy thoughtful wishes for the new year Brenda!
ReplyDeleteOh this is soooo cool! :D XXX
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