Hello all! So glad you enjoyed yesterday's imperfect tag for Tag Friday at A Vintage Journey! As promised (threatened?!), I'm back today with my new Calico Crafts project.
I've been at the beer mats again, creating another ATB, but this time it has a golden steampunk feel to it.
I hope that description and this sneak peek will tempt you to hop over and take a look on the Calico Crafts blog - I'd love to know what you make of it! Wishing you all a wonderful weekend, whatever you're up to. And fingers crossed for some sunshine...
To improve the golden moment of opportunity, and catch the good that is within our reach, that is the great art of life.
William Samuel Johnson
Off for a proper look... I am dodging the threatened thunderstorms today shopping, but tomorrow I'm off to the Craft Barn with some of our crafting buddies!!
Brilliantly constructed and designed Alison. At first the perspective in my head saw this as a much larger garden decoration, but whatever the size it certainly is a gilded treasure. Love it xx
I thought at first it was a real sun dial... this is a fabulous construction, now at the top of my favourites of your pieces. Got to pin this one! Anne xx :)
SQUAWKKKKKK, you have blown me away again Miss Alison I looooooooove your beer mat ATBs, you always inspire me thanks so much my dear, I can't wait to hear about the Doll House, have a fabulous weekend, and thanks for visiting my nest and leaving you lovely comments they mean so much coming from you, my mentor, ((( HUGE HUGS )))..
This is an incredible piece of artwork, Alison! I would never have guessed "beer mats" as your inspiration, but, there they are! I love each and every side, but, mostly, I love your oh-so-brilliant, not to mention timely, topper! You rocked this!
Hi Alison! I am paging through all the things I have been missing and I am at awe the gorgeous colors and textures in your work. I love how much you enjoy your crafting, it radiates into your work,or fun I should say. Have a great day, Hugs xxKelly
Oh wow kid - this is wonderful - every time we go to a tavern, I beg for some beer coasters and you have given me such a grand idea!!!!! (with instructions too) Thanks - Sandy xx
Wow wow wow absolutely gorgeous stunning box, the beer mats making the box is genius and those papers wow. I recently got a few of the mdf cogs to try out, definitely getting more lol. Love the clock on top, there must be different sizes, I ordered a tando one yesterday thinking small but the biggest one is huge, goodness knows what I'm going to do with it lol. Eek tea is ready, shall be back for more later lol. Hugs Kezzy xxx:-)
Been for a peek and it is fabulous x
ReplyDeleteAnother fabulous creation Alison..I love the clock and all the cogs...fantastic.
ReplyDeleteluv CHRISSYxx
Oh my, what a sneak peek! Toddling off to see the full reveal.
ReplyDeleteOff for a proper look... I am dodging the threatened thunderstorms today shopping, but tomorrow I'm off to the Craft Barn with some of our crafting buddies!!
ReplyDeleteWow what a construction of art Alison another stunning design.
ReplyDeleteWarm crafty hugs from Shirl x x
Awesome... your ideas are breathtaking dear Alison!
ReplyDeleteHappy weekend my friend!
BSC, looking very cool!!
ReplyDeleteBrilliant Alison I love how you make your ATB's from beer mats. Great theme finished off magnificently with that show stopping clock.
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Amanda x
Amazing. I have collected 5 beer mats so far so almost time to have a go.:)
ReplyDeleteWonderful ideas on this piece Alison
Love Chrissie x
Certainly grabbed my interest. Off to see the link.
ReplyDeleteHugs Neet xx
Stunning Alison, I love how you've used the corner part to support the clock! Sue C x
ReplyDeleteBrilliantly constructed and designed Alison. At first the perspective in my head saw this as a much larger garden decoration, but whatever the size it certainly is a gilded treasure. Love it xx
ReplyDeleteA fabulous, arty construction Alison! xxx
ReplyDeletePopping over to take a peek now Alison, the blue and gold look tempting.
ReplyDeleteHope your weekend is a good one.
B x
BLC - such a great box Alison, love it! Chris xxx
ReplyDeletewow - this is awesome - love it Alison xx
ReplyDeleteFabulous creation and I'd never thought of using coasters to make an ATB. I've got quite a few, so you have inspired me!
ReplyDeleteI thought at first it was a real sun dial... this is a fabulous construction, now at the top of my favourites of your pieces. Got to pin this one! Anne xx :)
ReplyDeleteOooh now this looks very interesting indeed - off to see xx
ReplyDeleteBeer mats, I'm excited already, flying over to see it right away, thanks..
ReplyDeleteSQUAWKKKKKK, you have blown me away again Miss Alison I looooooooove your beer mat ATBs, you always inspire me thanks so much my dear, I can't wait to hear about the Doll House, have a fabulous weekend, and thanks for visiting my nest and leaving you lovely comments they mean so much coming from you, my mentor, ((( HUGE HUGS )))..
ReplyDeleteNever thought to use beer mats to make an ATB Alison, genius idea!
ReplyDeleteLove everything about your ATB, colours, textures, just everything! :-) xxx
Gorgeous creation, it would look perfect in a Victorian adventurer's study.
ReplyDeleteJust been to see your fabulous box, a great idea to use beer mats,love the clock dial on the top.
ReplyDeleteYvonne
I am curious!
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Lynne
You made me curious. Off for a peak!
ReplyDeleteHugs, Cathy-Lynn
I've just taken a look, it's a fantastic project.
ReplyDeleteLovin' all the gold cogs!
ReplyDeleteJust had a pop over - brilliant make.
ReplyDeleteAvril xx
You have created a wonderful ATB using beer mats again, I really love your incredible creativity haha!! fantastic piece Alison!!! xx
ReplyDeleteOh my, what a stunning creation! Fabulous clock! So so cool :)
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This is an incredible piece of artwork, Alison! I would never have guessed "beer mats" as your inspiration, but, there they are! I love each and every side, but, mostly, I love your oh-so-brilliant, not to mention timely, topper! You rocked this!
ReplyDeleteLove this sneak peek Alison. Off to check it out right now. :)
ReplyDeleteHi Alison , just had to have a closer look at this and it is just gorgeous!!! Wonderful transformation of such simple elements . Love it ! Xx
ReplyDeleteHi Alison! I am paging through all the things I have been missing and I am at awe the gorgeous colors and textures in your work. I love how much you enjoy your crafting, it radiates into your work,or fun I should say.
ReplyDeleteHave a great day,
Hugs xxKelly
Beautiful sneak peek, Alison. The texture and colors are fabulous. :)
ReplyDeleteI always learn something here. I didn't know there was a liquid Treasure Gold. A great make. Love how you colored the clock on top. A beautiful box.
ReplyDeleteWow! Steampunk meets Florence! Just love this combination! Yet again an amazing project! Chrisx
ReplyDeleteOh wow kid - this is wonderful - every time we go to a tavern, I beg for some beer coasters and you have given me such a grand idea!!!!!
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Thanks - Sandy xx
It is fabulous dear Alison,-
ReplyDeleteThe clock is genious on top, and looking so great. Everything so fantastic altered, dear.
Hugs,Dorthe
Stunning!! Your clock topper is absolutely amazing and your mats make a fitting base for it! I love all of the gold on this one!!
ReplyDeleteWow wow wow absolutely gorgeous stunning box, the beer mats making the box is genius and those papers wow. I recently got a few of the mdf cogs to try out, definitely getting more lol. Love the clock on top, there must be different sizes, I ordered a tando one yesterday thinking small but the biggest one is huge, goodness knows what I'm going to do with it lol. Eek tea is ready, shall be back for more later lol. Hugs Kezzy xxx:-)
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