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Wednesday 14 January 2015

Bell, Book and Candle




Okay, there's no bell but there is a book, and a candle too.

Hello all, I'm delighted to be over at PaperArtsy again this evening as part of their new look.  We're playing with Fragile Papers this fortnight, so my project involves tissue paper and book pages (no surprises there, then).












And no surprises that I'm still looking for illumination in these dark January days... so there's candlelight involved in my altered book as well.

I hope you'll be able to hop over to PaperArtsy and have a look - there's a brand new Lynne Perrella stamp involved if you need further temptation!  And if you're inspired to play along with some fragile papers of your own that would be wonderful.

 Stay warm and happy crafting!

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(her light is extending)
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45 comments:

  1. Craft Addicts - Tracy Evans14 January 2015 at 20:24

    Gorgeous Alison and what a lovely idea. I love he niche and the fact it can hold a candle . Gorgeous x x

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  2. massofhair14 January 2015 at 20:29

    Hopped and left some love over on the PA site. Wonderful project, liking the soft glow and the monastic quality very much :-) xxx

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  3. pearshapedcrafting14 January 2015 at 20:38

    I don't think Wow! is enough to say but Wow! anyway!! Chrisx

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  4. sally14 January 2015 at 20:52

    Just been reading all about this lovely piece over at Paper Artsy, it looks stunning & I wish I could see it for real :-) I'm looking forward to seeing the other Lynne Perella releases next month!

    Sally

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  5. Ruth14 January 2015 at 21:08

    Just drooled over the new stamps and this gorgeous creation on the PA post, I love an altered book and I never thought I would say that a few years ago, wonderful idea with the candle Alison. Ruth xx

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  6. Helen14 January 2015 at 21:26

    so lovely to see it here with the candle flame - it's a gorgeous project..

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  7. Julie Lee14 January 2015 at 21:44

    Loved this over at PaperArtsy! I adore all things illuminated!!! These colours work brilliantly too. Once again you have inspired us all! xxx

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  8. Deborah14 January 2015 at 21:50

    I've just come from the PaperArtsy blog...wow! I'm really loving the illuminated art pieces you've been making lately, Alison. So beautiful.

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  9. Terry14 January 2015 at 22:06

    Been there and all I can say is, "WOW." Love the altered book, so beautiful! Hugs!

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  10. Unknown14 January 2015 at 22:33

    You're always so clever with your designs Alison!!! And love that you look where possible to use light. This book/candle holder is amazing, the stained-glass effect on the front is super cool!! xx

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  11. Meggymay14 January 2015 at 22:52

    A stunning project and alteration, love how you used the tea light to add a glow to the already beautiful image.
    Yvonne xx

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  12. Redanne14 January 2015 at 22:57

    Stunning work Alison, I love how you made it look like stained glass and your Finn embellishments are wonderful... Anne xx

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  13. Jennie Atkinson14 January 2015 at 22:57

    Just been over for a look - fabulous!!!

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  14. Julia14 January 2015 at 23:09

    Wow! This is a bit special. I love your work with candles.

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  15. Unknown14 January 2015 at 23:20

    This is so cool! What a great idea! Beautifully decorated too! Xx

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  16. Marci14 January 2015 at 23:51

    Love the colors you used! Beautiful!

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  17. Amanda15 January 2015 at 00:12

    Absolutely beautiful Alison, love the strong colours you've used. Stunning!
    Love
    Amanda x

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  18. froebelsternchen15 January 2015 at 06:07

    This is sooo beautiful dear Alison!

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  19. Rita15 January 2015 at 07:10

    So beautiful Alison. Hugs Rita xxx

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  20. chrissie15 January 2015 at 08:47

    Stunning Alison and the additions surrounding the stamp look amazing how you have used them

    Have a good day

    Love Chrissie

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  21. ElizabethR15 January 2015 at 11:48

    Alison that is just fabulous, everyone else have used the words I wanted to lol - just stunning!!
    Elizabeth xxx

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  22. Sue15 January 2015 at 11:53

    Wow this is beautiful, the candlelight looks amazing! xx

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  23. craftytrog15 January 2015 at 12:08

    Looks wonderful! Hopping over xxx

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  24. Jackie PN15 January 2015 at 12:11

    ahhh- Bell Book and Candle- you are so clever Alison!! What a lovely make to warm up those grey winter days! I love your altered book! xo

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  25. Pamellia15 January 2015 at 14:50

    WOW WOW WOW!!! Did I say WOW??!! Love this from top to bottom! That genius idea of carving out a book and making a stained glass window, those gorgeous colours and amazing trinkets, the soft glow and romantic feel! Absolutely spectacular Alison! I officially have jaw-on-floor syndrome! until next time, big hugs :)

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  26. Art By Wanda15 January 2015 at 15:53

    A fabulous, totally stunning project!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  27. Kay Wallace15 January 2015 at 15:55

    Totally mesmerizing, Alison! A delightful make!

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  28. Dorthe15 January 2015 at 17:23

    Totally amazing dear Alison,- and a wonderful idea, for an old book, of no value.
    Painting and qoute is so beautiful,
    Wis you a lovely weekend,
    Dorthe, xoxo

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  29. Corrie Herriman15 January 2015 at 20:03

    It is stunning, Alison !
    Corrie x

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  30. Silvia(Barnie)15 January 2015 at 22:26

    Wow, a breathtaking project.

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  31. craftimamma16 January 2015 at 02:47

    It's stunning Alison! Loved your post over on PaperArtsy.

    Hugs
    Lesley Xx

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  32. Astrid Maclean16 January 2015 at 09:32

    An amazing stunning piece Alison, it has the complete wow factor, LOVE it!!

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  33. Hettie16 January 2015 at 14:40

    Beautiful and stunning. Love it.
    Hugs
    xx

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  34. Julia Aston16 January 2015 at 15:47

    What a lovely illuminated project Alison!

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  35. Kasia16 January 2015 at 19:07

    Wow! So cool idea! Beautiful! Hugs!

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  36. maria's knutselplezier17 January 2015 at 07:37

    Wow this looks amazing too, great project!! I love it!!!

    Greetings
    Maria

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  37. Alie Hoogenboezem-de Vries17 January 2015 at 14:33

    You're so inventive Alison...what a great make, with the candlelight that shines through the gorgeous stamp!
    Chapeau!!!
    Have a nice weekend, Alie :-)

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  38. experiments in paper17 January 2015 at 17:42

    I love this! As I love candlelight, you had me at the title, but it just got better and better. What a beautiful way to use that stamp, and I love the book chamber. Thank you, as always, for sharing your inspiring creativity! xx Lynn

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  39. Claire18 January 2015 at 14:23

    Another wonderful project for Paperartsy - a great take on the fragile papers challenge theme. So unique and original, Claire x

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  40. Unknown18 January 2015 at 17:44

    Stunning, Alison!! OK-you've used the title of one of my very fav Jimmy Stewart movies (I love watching that around Christmas time) so, I just had to dive into this creation :) Oh, you said there's no 'bell'...sure there is...there's a 'belle'...the woman!! :) :) I love everything you've put into this and the glow of the candle makes this simply magical!! XOXO-Shari

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  41. Paper Profusion18 January 2015 at 19:16

    Oh wow!! I've been over! It's sublime Alison. From monastic to deep Mediterranean - STUNNING! Nicola x

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  42. cathylynn18 January 2015 at 20:22

    Fantastic Alison! You did another amazing job!
    Hugs, Cathy-Lynn

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  43. Princess Judy Palmer22 January 2015 at 18:56

    Oh my gosh! Does the light from the candle actually glow through the book? That's just amazing and potentially hazardous (especially if I'm nearby).

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  44. Brenda Brown23 January 2015 at 09:21

    Absolutely delightful. xxx

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  45. Kezzy4 March 2015 at 09:23

    Wow wow wow this is another totally awesome creation. I love the front, especially all the colours of the metal painted on the front and I love the super gorgeous glow through the image. Happy Art :-) Kezzy xxx

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