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Monday, 29 June 2015

Next stop... Destination Inspiration

Hello all!  I'm afraid it's yet another sneak peek... June has been just one peek after another it seems.  If you missed my second outing over at Artist Trading Post (which you might well have done if you so much as blinked!), do check out my stencilled card there - yes, a card, and a floral one at that!

 But right now I'm on A Vintage Journey, and it's my turn to share what's going on at Destination Inspiration.  As you know, for this weekly spot at A Vintage Journey there are specific items in our luggage, and over the course of a month each of four Creative Guides uses those items to create some fuel or further inspiration for the journey.  Here's a little taste of what I got up to... 


This month it's been a lovely bagful - Walnut Stain as the colour, texture paste through a stencil as the technique, watercolour paper as the substrate and a Tattered die as the product to use - we clearly packed very well between us.  You've already seen three of the Creative Guides unpack their luggage and work some magic, and if you hop over to A Vintage Journey now, you can see some more of my offering.

 I hope it will provide some fuel for your creative journey!  Happy crafting all!

One's destination is never a place, but rather a new way of looking at things.
Henry Miller

P.S.  There are just a couple of days left to sign up for my Butterfly Blogaversary Candy... what is it they say?  You've got to be in it to win it!

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38 comments:

  1. brenda29 June 2015 at 10:52

    A vintage journey indeed Alison and something you excel at, wonderful work as always.

    B x

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  2. sarascloset29 June 2015 at 12:49

    Thank you for the sneak peek, and I'm off for a closer look! Hugs!

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  3. sarascloset29 June 2015 at 13:01

    Thank you for the sneak peek, and I'm off for a closer look! Hugs!

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  4. Pamellia29 June 2015 at 14:09

    Looks wonderful so far Alison. Off I go for the full dose! hugs :)

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  5. froebelsternchen29 June 2015 at 15:31

    Amazing so far..off for watching closer!

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  6. Dorthe29 June 2015 at 16:31

    It is simply amazing Alison, the gorgeous background, your flowers, -so beautiful- and adds of collaged images, and items, are looking fabulous, What a work of art, dear.
    Dorthe xo

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  7. Jackie PN29 June 2015 at 16:51

    I'll be heading over for a looksie!! xoxo

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  8. Meggymay29 June 2015 at 16:53

    Just been enjoying hopping between blogs to see your fantastic projects, both look gorgeous.
    Yvonne xx

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  9. Craft Addicts - Tracy Evans29 June 2015 at 17:39

    Loving those sepia tones and the typo in the background is gorgeous as is that touch of dry brushing. Love your gorgeous flowers and focal image. Tracy x

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  10. chrissie29 June 2015 at 17:54

    A very beautiful tag with wonderful ideas for the different elements

    The words today are very true

    Love Chrissie xx

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  11. Redanne29 June 2015 at 18:33

    I have been over to see it - it is STUNNING!! Anne xx

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  12. Chrissy29 June 2015 at 20:45

    Fabulous Alison..love how you did the flowers and love how you brushed the lettering to make them pop. brilliant.

    luv CHRISSYxx

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  13. Corrie Herriman29 June 2015 at 21:35

    Off to have a look, looks promising already ! xx

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  14. Anonymous29 June 2015 at 22:57

    Looks great Alison, off for a closer look ! Sue C x

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  15. A Pink29 June 2015 at 23:01

    Stunning tag Alison - left some love over at AVJ x

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  16. Brenda Brown30 June 2015 at 00:26

    Love how this came together Alison, lots of inspiring techniques and a wonderful outcome.
    Have a great week.
    hugs Brenda xxx

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  17. Lynne Moncrieff30 June 2015 at 01:03

    Isn't this so beautiful, full of vintage goodness! I adore the storytelling quality.
    Wishes
    Lynne

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  18. Marci30 June 2015 at 04:55

    Lovely tag, great against the ivy.

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  19. Kim30 June 2015 at 04:55

    Just visited your tutorial over at A Vintage Journey...just beautiful Alison! Kim

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  20. Marci30 June 2015 at 04:55

    Lovely tag, great against the ivy.

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  21. craftytrog30 June 2015 at 11:24

    Popped over for a peek Alison, love those book page flowers! xxx

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  22. Candy C30 June 2015 at 12:44

    Alison...just back from hopping over to see your gorgeous vintage tag. It truly is lovely. I love the Walnut Stain base and the embossed letters are very cool with their dry brushed effect. Love your collage and those gorgeous cabbage roses. Thanks for the wonderful tutorial and the link to Jennie's tutorial for the roses! I need to try them!

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  23. Mary Elizabeth30 June 2015 at 12:57

    Popped over to A Vintage Journey to see all the glorious details. So much texture and layering on that wonderful Walnut Stain backdrop -- you never cease to amaze me with your creative details. -- Mary Elizabeth

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  24. Lisa Minckler30 June 2015 at 19:11

    I finished my workout over an hour ago so when I felt my heart rate picking up rapidly, I knew it had to be the scrumptious textures and eye popping embellishments you'd created. Cryin' out loud.....this tag is a doozie. I LOVE it!! Also, thank you for the extra cardio workout...much appreciated. :)
    hugs,
    Lisa x

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  25. Dreaming of Vintage30 June 2015 at 20:58

    I love it Alison! So pretty and vintage!

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  26. Terry30 June 2015 at 22:53

    Looks so inviting, so off I go! Hugs!

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  27. Anita Houston The Artful Maven1 July 2015 at 02:00

    Seriously....a new favorite! LOVE how the corners look like leather! LOVE the flowers and the pic! Gorgeous!!!

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  28. Unknown1 July 2015 at 05:18

    An AMAZING tag, Alison! Love every single little detail :) :) XOXO-Shari

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  29. Inkypinkycraft1 July 2015 at 06:57

    this is gorgeous Alison xx love it x

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  30. Deborah Wainwright1 July 2015 at 14:29

    Wow Alison stunning as ever, off for a proper look xx

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  31. Mrs.B1 July 2015 at 19:49

    Just had a closer look. Stunning tag Alison. Love all the details.
    Avril xx

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  32. Lucy Edmondson2 July 2015 at 20:05

    This looks gorgeous, Alison!

    Lucy x

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  33. experiments in paper3 July 2015 at 01:45

    What an intriguing sneak peek! From this vantage point, I allready know I love that flower, and your palette, and the details..... off to see more at Vintage Journey! Thanks so much for taking the time to visit and comment - always love to hear from you! xx Lynn

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  34. Cocofolies3 July 2015 at 22:11

    Finding at last a little bit of time to look at this gorgeous tag... The texture is fabulous Alison, as well as the roses you made following the tute of your colleague Jennie, wow! Great details as usual, love the shine on your wordband too, and of course, your crackle effects!! :) Hugs, Coco xxx

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  35. Ruth3 July 2015 at 23:41

    Left my comment over there but needless to say I pinned it as soon as I saw it! Fabulous Ruth x

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  36. Felix the Crafty Cat5 July 2015 at 18:08

    Been over for a better look Alison, pleased I did. The tag is gorgeous. Happy crafting, Angela x

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  37. Kelly 6 July 2015 at 17:23

    Wow! this one has captured my heart. I love your vintage look and the colors came together beautifully.
    Hugs Kelly

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  38. Sandy25 July 2015 at 18:00

    What can I say pretty lady - this is truly one of your very best - I don't see how you could possibly ever do better than this. Would make a gorgeous art journal cover and the journal would be full of your favorite techniques!!!!! I would buy it - I would pay BIG $$$ for it!!!!!!!!! Priceless treasure!!
    Sandy xx

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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.