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Saturday, 21 June 2014

Autumn at Calico

"Autumn?!" I hear you cry...  Yes, I know, sorry.  I got a little carried away with the Calico Craft Parts new leaves, and ended up with a rather unseasonal offering.  I hope that won't stop you hopping over to Calico Crafts to see what I've been up to - I rather like this one, so I'd love to know what you make of it.


I'm sorry that it's another long post too... I promise there's a shorter one coming next!!

 Oh, and we're celebrating here at Words and Pictures, so if you'd like a chance to win my Butterfly Blogaversary Candy, make sure you leave a comment there...  Hope you enjoy yourself with my autumn leaves over at Calico Crafts.

Let your life lightly dance on the edges of Time like dew on the tip of a leaf.
Rabindranath Tagore

UPDATE - As you may well know, Calico Crafts has been reinvented as Calico Craft Parts, so the old blog is no longer available.  I've removed the old links, and you can now see the whole of this project here.


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49 comments:

  1. Dianne 21 June 2014 at 02:43

    Autumn is OKAY my favorite season, with me going over for a better look... Hey we love your long post....

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  2. Dianne 21 June 2014 at 02:50

    OH MY GOODNESS, that is gorgeoussssssssssssss, I love every tiny leaf of it, brilliant ot use the acetate like that the crackle is fantastic, you never cease to inspire me with every creation you make....

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  3. Chrissy21 June 2014 at 02:54

    Gorgeous Alison..love the frame and leaves and the little pears are a perfect embellishment.Love the wired fence too..must have a play doing that..stunning project and Autumn is my favourite season.

    Luv CHRISSYxx

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  4. massofhair21 June 2014 at 05:59

    Stunning shadow box, love Autumn so colours are great! Thank you for the tutorial am really enjoying the DecoArt paints:-) xxx

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  5. Marci21 June 2014 at 07:57

    It is beautiful! Sometimes it is a nice change to see something from a different season. The leaves are marvelous! The whole project is stunning. I love it!

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  6. Helen21 June 2014 at 08:02

    off to check it out now, I don't mind your long posts, they make great reading. It looks gorgeous from here....suppose this means you'll have "enabled" me to shop again ....

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  7. Amanda21 June 2014 at 08:06

    Stunning! Great capture of autumn in all it's rich colourful splendour, your leaves look beautiful, well it all does.
    Love
    Amanda x

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  8. Astrid Maclean21 June 2014 at 08:21

    Just been over, it looks fab! Love the way those leaves turned out!

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  9. chrissie21 June 2014 at 09:09

    Wonderful use of all the things on the piece Alison and the leaves look amazing with your special treatment

    Love Chrissie x

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  10. craftytrog21 June 2014 at 09:25

    Love Autumn Alison, your shadow box is glorious, the crackle on the frame and leaves is fabulous! xxx

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  11. Flo Langley21 June 2014 at 09:29

    Love everything about it. Stunning! Have a great weekend Alison.
    Florence x

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  12. Almo21 June 2014 at 10:20

    Just been over Alison, This is a great shadoow box. I just love the leaves,and the pears look good enough to eat. Mo x

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  13. Alie Hoogenboezem-de Vries21 June 2014 at 11:18

    I don't regret the trip to CC..a gorgeous make Alison!
    Have a nice weekend, Alie

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  14. sam21ski21 June 2014 at 12:14

    Love that fence, off for a proper look xxxx

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  15. Inky and Quirky Designs21 June 2014 at 13:03

    Another stunner,Alison! How do you keep doing it?!

    Hope you are having a great weekend
    Hugs
    Donna x

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  16. Debby21 June 2014 at 13:16

    Love it! Anything fall is grand!

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  17. Kay Wallace21 June 2014 at 14:34

    I love the shadow box. I love autumn. A perfect pair in my book. Well done, Alison!

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  18. Meggymay21 June 2014 at 16:53

    This peek looks awesome, so off to have a better look. I know I will not be disappointed.
    Yvonne

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  19. Unknown21 June 2014 at 17:46

    Gorgeous! Love this! Chris xxx

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  20. Anita Houston The Artful Maven21 June 2014 at 17:46

    You nailed the Autumn scene perfectly! Love the texture on the colors and the color is perfect! Gorgeous boxed frame Alison!

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  21. May21 June 2014 at 19:29

    Gorgeous off for a closer look...Hugs May x x

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  22. Anonymous21 June 2014 at 21:08

    I REALLY don't want to think about Autumn, but I couldn't resist a look at this project & yet again, it is a spectacularly gorgeous project from you. The crackled leaves & the pears look amazing.

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  23. Deborah21 June 2014 at 22:24

    I think we can forgive you, Alison - just hold off on Christmas for a while, ok? :-)Off to CC for a look...

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  24. Brenda Brown21 June 2014 at 23:14

    A stunning creation, I just love the cracked leaves and the wonderful autumn colours xx

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  25. Cocofolies21 June 2014 at 23:34

    I love Autumn, especially when the trees and leaves have so wonderful colours!... Once again, that's a fabulous creation Alison!!! I love all the details of your frame, the layering of this cute barrier on top of acetate is a great idea, as well as the two lovely pears inside... wow great! Hugs, Coco xx (and thank you very much for your wonderful comments tonight also for me!)

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  26. Michelle 22 June 2014 at 05:11

    Autumn colors are a personal favorite. I love those leaves! Such beautiful texture.

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  27. Chris22 June 2014 at 12:04

    Superb Alison and I've just been over to see all the gorgeous details. Love your crackled background and the leaves are gorgeous. Hope you're well and have a lovely Sunday. Chris x

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  28. Netty22 June 2014 at 13:49

    One of my most favourite times of the year colourwise. Am off to view now, Annette x

    http://nettysartadventures.blogspot.co.uk/

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  29. S@ndy Diller22 June 2014 at 17:52

    Just Beautiful - I have been over to Calico to see the entire thing.

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  30. Silvia(Barnie)22 June 2014 at 20:42

    Have just taken a look - a breathtaking project.

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  31. Hettie22 June 2014 at 23:08

    This is intriguing. Off to have a look. If it makes you feel better, I was doing Halloween projects earlier!
    Hugs
    xx

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  32. catherine22 June 2014 at 23:24

    Looks an amazing project as always Alison. Love the rustic look to it and will go and have a further look
    x catherine

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  33. Paper Profusion23 June 2014 at 00:32

    Will pop over now for a look. Nicola x

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  34. Ruth23 June 2014 at 10:19

    Left a comment on Calico blog but just popped over to say..STUNNING!

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  35. Dorthe23 June 2014 at 13:17

    A most wonderful little" Pear house"
    Love it Alison, dear.
    xoxo,Dorthe

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  36. Terry23 June 2014 at 17:55

    So gorgeous, Alison. Love the autumn leaves and those rich colors! Hugs!

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  37. Meihsia Liu23 June 2014 at 18:18

    How beautiful! The colors and textures on those embellishments are just gorgeous! :)

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  38. pearshapedcrafting23 June 2014 at 21:14

    Fabulous Alison - it doesn't really matter that the leaves are not pear tree leaves they are just perfect on this piece! Chrisx

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  39. Tincan Crafter23 June 2014 at 23:30

    I hopped - you are right - this is absolutely delightful!

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  40. Kasia23 June 2014 at 23:33

    Love these leaves! Beautiful!

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  41. Lisa Minckler24 June 2014 at 15:26

    Incredible post and out of this world project. You'll never hear me complain about any fall project. Favorite season that I find so inspiring. Your shadow box is scrumptious!!!
    You and your brain...just adorable. I love your work. :)

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  42. Mrs.B24 June 2014 at 21:35

    This is stunning, no wonder you like it!
    Love the crackle finish and the little wired fence.
    Avril xx

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  43. Unknown24 June 2014 at 23:17

    Gorgeous sneak peek, so tempting!

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  44. Kezzy26 June 2014 at 07:28

    Wow wow wow Alison thos is truly stunning amazing shadow box, I so love the Autumn theme and colours and those crackled leaves are so yummy. I love the fence being on top of the acetate, it gives such beautiful depth. Kezzy:-) xxx

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  45. Margaret28 June 2014 at 05:59

    Seeing as I LOVE fall, I don't mind at all that you made this amazing frame! The leaves are gorgeous and I love the different layers giving so much depth to this!

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  46. Etsuko28 June 2014 at 10:32

    Wow! This is wonderful!! I love all. The large vine with covered book pages, Beautiful brown colored Leaves with crackles, the shiny cute pears and the crackles frame with tone colored xx

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  47. Meresanth29 June 2014 at 16:22

    Amazing work! The frame looks stunning and I absolutely love this cute fence!
    Hugs,
    Agnieszka

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  48. Evelyn Walter30 June 2014 at 23:18

    Oh, soooooo wonderful your creation!
    I always love the crackle look - you did it perfect!
    xxx Evelyn

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  49. Princess Judy Palmer10 July 2014 at 01:43

    I love autumn. It is my favorite season here in Southern Arizona. I'm sad it is only two weeks long though. So bring on the autumn!!!

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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.