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Monday, 4 March 2013

Calico Crafts Guest Design II


So you might have thought that crazy February was over... well, it sort of is, but there's one final appointment for dedicated Words and Pictures followers (and you are unbelievably dedicated - and I love you for it!).  

 My second date as February Guest Designer for Calico Crafts falls today - on the 4th March - go figure!

 In any case, I'm very excited to share a sneak peek with you of one of my favourite makes to date... I had no idea where it was going when it started, and where it's finished up really tickles me!
  
You can see the full project if you hop over to the Calico Crafts blog, and I'll be sharing it in more detail here at Words and Pictures very soon...

 UPDATE - Calico Crafts is now Calico Craft Parts, and the old blog has closed, but you can see the whole of this Glampunk Birdhouse here. 

I've had such a lot of fun playing with the quirky and inspiring goodies from Calico (like these watch parts) - huge thanks to Helen for having me and to Louise for looking after me so well. 

 And, of course, my thanks to all of you for your visits and comments - so much appreciated.  Have a great week!

A watch: it's comprised of gears, and jewels, and plates, but once you put it together... Boom! It comes to life.
A teacher at the Hayek Watchmaking School

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27 comments:

  1. Chrissy4 March 2013 at 01:42

    Fantastic Alsion, I just love your clockwork bird...the fantastic textures and colours of the birdhouse, just brilliant..

    Luv CHRISSYxx

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  2. Sarah4 March 2013 at 03:51

    This looks interesting. I'll have to go check it out.

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  3. Terry4 March 2013 at 05:18

    Love that gold highlighting! Interesting use of gears! Hope you had a great weekend! Hugs!

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  4. Brenda Brown4 March 2013 at 07:42

    Looks intriguing Alison, lots of texture. Off to to see what you have been up to.
    Have a great week.
    Hugs {Brenda} x0x

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  5. chrissie4 March 2013 at 08:37

    Must go and see the whole thing as I do love the sneak peek.

    Best wishes Chrissie xx

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  6. Astrid Maclean4 March 2013 at 09:59

    Looks interesting from what I can see here, crumpled tissue and gears??? Off to take a look....

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  7. Bonnie Irvine4 March 2013 at 13:12

    Just been off to see what you created. This is definitely one of my favourites of your makes and since they are all gorgeous, that is saying something! Well done, Alison!

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  8. Paper Profusion4 March 2013 at 13:15

    Have popped over and back - this is STUNNING - I Love it Alison. Glampunk is a brilliant term - a very tactile and fantastically delicious make. Nicola x

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  9. Lisa Minckler4 March 2013 at 13:58

    Oh my gosh..I never would of guessed I was looking at the tail of a fabulous bird! Amazing Glampunk bird house!!!!!!! What an incredible make over.

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  10. Rita4 March 2013 at 15:34

    Wonderful sneak peek, now I'm off to view the full show. Hugs Rita xx

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  11. Gio4 March 2013 at 15:50

    Clock parts and a little bird!! Just brilliant, Alison!

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  12. Martina4 March 2013 at 16:26

    Dear Alison, this is totally divine .... I cant take my eyes away from it ... super awesome:-)

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  13. Dianne 4 March 2013 at 17:49

    I found the post,its just fabulous as always my dear thanks for all your inspiration.. Have a great day..

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  14. Anita Houston The Artful Maven4 March 2013 at 18:10

    AWESOME! The paste, gears, and distressed look really transform this! Love the bird!

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  15. Netty4 March 2013 at 19:44

    Looks fab Alison, am off to have a look, Annette x

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  16. Craft Addicts - Tracy Evans4 March 2013 at 20:24

    Love your glam punk birdhouse. Great texture and I love your use of tissue. Fabulous colours and touches of gold too. Tracy x

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  17. pearshapedcrafting4 March 2013 at 20:44

    Oooh! Not stopping long - off to have a look! This glimpse is far too appetising!!! Chrisxx

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  18. Annie4 March 2013 at 21:00

    Love it Alison. A totally fabulous project with amazing texture

    Hugs

    Annie x

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  19. Jenny Marples4 March 2013 at 21:42

    Loved it. What a way to end February/begin March! Hugs, Jenny x

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  20. Mrs.B4 March 2013 at 21:54

    Hi Alison, just had a lovely catch-up - hadn't realised how much I had missed!
    Lots of Congratultions on the DGT posts and the DT with PaperArtsey - WOW!
    So many amazing projects, you never fail to delight.
    Avril xx

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  21. catherine4 March 2013 at 22:25

    Another very creative looking piece Alison. Will need to pop over and have a look
    x catherine

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  22. May4 March 2013 at 22:37

    Brilliant Alison... packed full of wonderful texture & fabulous detail.... Love it!! Hugs May x x x

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  23. mark gould4 March 2013 at 23:12

    Absolutely stunning,just popped over to see, I love how the rub looks, I must get some. I love all the texture and the cogs are a great touch.

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  24. May5 March 2013 at 00:33

    Thank you Alison... I done the ATC for the challenge too...I am getting old... lol... Hugs May x x x

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  25. Michelle Webb5 March 2013 at 02:04

    I'm off to have a look, this little snippet looks amazing! Michelle x

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  26. Michelle Webb5 March 2013 at 02:09

    Crikey Alison, it's amazing! I love the texture and all the elements. Michelle x

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  27. Alie Hoogenboezem-de Vries7 March 2013 at 12:40

    Great alteration, very interesting details Alison,a gorgeous result!

    kind regards, Alie :-)

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Thank so much for taking the time to stop by. It's lovely to hear what you think - every comment is so much appreciated.