We have an exciting new challenge at Stamps & Stencils this month. Our fabulous hostess Branka has chosen the theme Lucky Star. She says, "For this challenge I would love to see a mixed media project that has star/s in it somewhere. You can create anything you like as long as you include a star. Don't forget to use stamps or stencils or both! Can't wait to see what you create!"
You all know I have a love affair with corrugated cardboard. Well, when I saw THIS post by Etsuko I knew immediately that I wanted to use a tattered edge corrugated panel for my substrate. I thought it would work perfectly with this celestial stamp by Stampers Anonymous.
The image is stamped onto Distress inky paper and is more vibrant in real life. I layered over an embossed matboard panel.
I wanted to create a rusty background to contrast with the purples in the focal image. I layered and layered DI and DOX with Distress Embossing Powder until I was happy.
The Distress EP has no sheen, so I used the blended EP from my mat board to cover these cogs by Bozzy Bear, a prize I won several months ago. :)
I was happy to find some coordinating sentiments in Tim's new sticker set. These are all cut from old books and have varying levels of aged paper brown. The little wooden stars were the final touch. I would have liked to make a wire hanger, but am out of wire. I really enjoyed focusing on some beloved stamps in my collection for this challenge. I hope you are inspired to play along!
I'm also sharing with:
The celestial image is gorgeous and the fabulous rusty corrugated panel in the back makes me want to reach out and touch it, it is amazing! Hugs, Anne x
ReplyDeleteExceedingly cool, Autumn! I love the torn edge corrugate--I've never seen that, and it looks extra fine with that rusty look to it. Great stamped image, too--another first see for me. Love this to bits, and you have inspired me to get out my gears and cogs! Hugs!
ReplyDeleteThe earthy colours, the distressed look and the texture, all appeal to the outdoors gal in me. Here in Australia, we have just spent the last three nights examining the stars on TV programmes by Professor Brian Cox - fascinating, and your moon and stars remind me of the beauty of the natural world. Fave for me.
ReplyDeleteLove the fabulous rusty panel Autumn.............the colours and layered details are also amazing and I really like the amazing SA stamp you have used.
ReplyDeleteThis would make a stunning hanging
TFS Annie xx
Autumn I love so much this project...the overall design of it is amazing! Thank you so much...you are always so sweet to pop by...Huge hugs...
ReplyDeleteSo very pretty. I love the distressed look of it. Great job.
ReplyDeleteWow, Autumn, this is amazing!! The texture is off the charts!! I love the corrugated cardboard and all of the fabulous details you added!! I love the celestial image you used, too!! Stunning, my friend!! Wow!! Have a great day!! Big hugs :)
ReplyDeleteLisa
A Mermaid's Crafts
This is so very beautiful autumn. I adore that corrugated background. It looks amazing. The main panel is so very pretty too. Beautiful. Hugs rachel xx
ReplyDeleteThis is wonderful as always Autumn, you really know how to put things together perfectly. Love it! xx
ReplyDeleteAnother glorious make!! The corrugated card makes for such a wonderful background and I love the subtslety of the stamped imagery, stunning work!!
ReplyDeleteAutumn this is stunning - love all the grunge and layers you have hereto highlight the stamped panel. It's absolutely gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteBlessings
Maxine
Beautiful piece Autumn, the corrugated cardboard is amazing and what a perfect backdrop to the celestial stamping ! Sue C x
ReplyDeleteI love it when people turn corrugated card into treasure like you just did with this amazing project!!!! Love the stamped images too! A beautiful make!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for sharing it with us at SASPC, Autumn!
Hugs,
Claudia x
this is gorgeous, dear Autumn! Love your rusty background... and anything else on it!
ReplyDeleteHugs Evelyn
Beautiful project, great details! Thank you for joining us at Crafty Sentiments and good luck!
ReplyDeleteHugs, Wendy / GDT
What a cool project, Autumn! I love the rusty element of this with the purple in your stamped background. Great job on those cogs and love your stars scattered around - get some wire to hang this up in your craft room! Hugs :-)
ReplyDeleteAutumn! This is a gorgeous piece! I love every detail of it! Your corrugated to the stamping and the yummy Oxides- perfect marriage!
ReplyDeletehugs,Jackie xx
Fabulous Autumn! Love your rusty card substrate and the stamped images are something I love ! Gorgeous work ! Toni xxx
ReplyDeleteThis really makes a person want to reach out and touch it!!! Fabulous!!!!
ReplyDeleteLove the corrugated card and fabulous rust effect
ReplyDeleteCarol x
Love this Autumn it shows off how wonderful your work is ...
ReplyDeleteSimply stunning! Need I say more?
ReplyDeleteAlison x
Your contrasts are just perfect Autumn. A most delightful selection of gorgeousness. You were really inspired with this piece. I adore it. Thanks for joining in with us at Country View Crafts. Xx
ReplyDeleteThis is so wonderful Project!
ReplyDeletewow, it looks like an very old document...love it.
ReplyDeleteThanks for showing us on SASPC!
Hugs
Alexa