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Saturday, 15 April 2017

Springtime Shadowbox

Hello all!  I'm glad you enjoyed the refreshing April Showers guest creation for Frilly and Funkie.  I'm in Guest Designer mode today too, as well as back in a springtime garden... and back at my old stamping ground with Calico Craft Parts.


As you all know, I'm extremely partial to the Craft Parts, so I'm delighted to be offering up a couple of creations this month for the Calico blog.  The first of them is over there today, so I hope this sneak peek will persuade you to hop across and check it out.  You may recognise the birds from my recent ATC, but these are a different size and with a whole lot more going on behind them.  See if you can find the hidden Easter egg!

 Thanks so much for stopping by, and I hope you all enjoy the Easter weekend, whatever you're up to and whatever the weather hurls at you.

In the spring, I have counted 136 different kinds of weather inside of 24 hours.
Mark Twain

If you don't mind hopping to see the full project...

 I'd love to share this at Try It On Tuesday where they would like us to Add a Quote
And at Mixed Media World it's Anything Goes with a Twist - the optional twist is to use watercolours... I don't think my very watery acrylics count (always with a water brush!), but it is optional after all
At Altered Eclectics it is their usual Anything Goes as long as it's altered/mixed media - no cards or ATCs
At the Simon Says Stamp Wednesday Challenge they're looking for Spring Colour Inspiration
At Rhedd's Creative Spirit they are looking for altered art/mixed media (no cards, tags, papercrafted items) but other than that Anything Goes

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35 comments:

  1. chrissie15 April 2017 at 07:10

    This is stunning Alison.

    Just been to see how you made it and there are so many ideas to inspire everyone. A lot of ' so that's how she did it moments'. Thank you for sharing your terrific ideas.

    Love Chrissie xx

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  2. Valerie-Jael15 April 2017 at 07:32

    Gorgeous piece! Hugs, Valerie

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  3. Brenda Brown15 April 2017 at 08:52

    I adore this Alison such a wonderful dimensional piece and perfect for Spring. Happy Easter xxx

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  4. Amanda15 April 2017 at 09:30

    It didn't take much persuading, fabulous capture of spring in a box
    Love
    Amanda x

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  5. craftytrog15 April 2017 at 10:04

    It's a beauty! X

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  6. Dortesjs15 April 2017 at 11:35

    This is fabulous, absolutely ;O))

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  7. Dorthe15 April 2017 at 14:41

    It is a gorgeous Printers Tray, Alison, -love the soft background colors, making the birds in "the tree" light even more up. Amazing effects on the frame, too, and with so much dimensions .Beautiful, dear !!
    Dorthe xoxox

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  8. Jackie PN15 April 2017 at 14:57

    This looks gorgeous Alison! I am heading over for a closer look!
    Sending wishes for Easter joys and blessings to you and your family!
    Happy Easter,my friend!
    Jackie xo

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  9. Patty O'Malley15 April 2017 at 15:08

    Just saw the full tutorial. Your shadowbox is so beautiful!

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  10. Julia Aston15 April 2017 at 16:59

    How lovely Alison! off to check it out! Julia xx

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  11. Mrs.B15 April 2017 at 17:21

    Just had a closer look, absolutely stunning shadow box and so mamny details.
    Have a lovely Easter
    Avril xx

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  12. Cocofolies16 April 2017 at 15:35

    Just had a closer look too, and put a comment there..
    Wonderful decorated tray Alison, I love love this one and these adorable birds on their branch! The colors of paints you chose and the details are a pure delight!!!
    A very Happy Easter to you and your family too Alison xx

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  13. Julia16 April 2017 at 18:23

    I really enjoyed hopping across to check out this project, the photo on your blog was such a teaser. You have captured Springtime and nostalgia perfectly in your project and I love those little Calico parts, so lovely. x

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  14. Sandy16 April 2017 at 20:48

    Of course I went to see your wonderful project Alison - and I left you a little love!
    sandy xx

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  15. Redanne16 April 2017 at 21:51

    I have been to see your creation - it is a real stunner Alison! Anne xx

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  16. Meggymay16 April 2017 at 23:32

    It is a gorgeous project, I have just been to see it and Wow, it was worth the trip over.
    Thank you also for sharing it with us all over at TioT's.
    Hope you are having a lovely Easter weekend.
    Yvonne xx

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  17. rachel17 April 2017 at 09:29

    I absolutely adore this. The colours are so very natural and so beautiful. I love the tray and how you have arranged the parts. Gorgeous work alison xx

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  18. froebelsternchen17 April 2017 at 10:05

    An absoltely fantastic creation dear Alison! Thank you so much for joining us at Try It On Tuesday!Happy Easter Holidays! oxo Susi

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  19. Craftyfield17 April 2017 at 10:07

    I went to see closer... and I think I found the egg! This is simply delightful and reminds me of a secret garden, forgotten and full of moss and overgrown brambles, a bird's paradise...

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  20. olushka-design.blogspot.com17 April 2017 at 12:02

    So beautiful!

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  21. Lula17 April 2017 at 13:24

    It is a real WOWSER Alison! Love every single detail and the way you put up everything together!

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  22. Anita Houston The Artful Maven17 April 2017 at 20:02

    Stunning! All the birds and the size and shape of the box are all fabulous!

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  23. Corrie Herriman17 April 2017 at 21:25

    Wonderful !
    Corrie x

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  24. Sue18 April 2017 at 23:29

    What a wonderful piece Alison, so uplifting! xx

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  25. debby400019 April 2017 at 09:53

    Stunning, beautiful creation.
    Thank you for joining us at Simon says Stamp Wednesday Challenge.
    Luv
    Debby

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  26. pearshapedcrafting19 April 2017 at 11:09

    This really is beautiful! I will be catching up properly soon! Chrisx

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  27. Jane Royston19 April 2017 at 21:58

    A stunning project! Especially love your birds, thank you for joining us this month at Altered Eclectics, Jane (DT) :) x

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  28. Kirsten20 April 2017 at 22:08

    Beautiful!

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  29. Rupa Swaminathan21 April 2017 at 07:16

    I love love this Alison! It's beautiful and thanks for sharing your ideas and techniques! We are glad yo have it with us at Rhedd's Creative Spirit this month. Good Luck, Rupa.

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  30. Julie Lee21 April 2017 at 11:05

    Lovely to see this beautiful breath of spring-time on Calico. xx

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  31. Elaine aka Ellapu22 April 2017 at 13:24

    such a fab printers tray and love the way you have used the textures and techniques you have used - Thank you for sharing with us over at Rhedd's Creative Spirit this month and hope to see you again in future challenges.

    Handcrafted by Ellapu
    Mother Hen for Altered Eclectics
    Mother Hen for Eclectic Ellapu
    DT Rhedd's Creative Spirit

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  32. Pawsitively Creative23 April 2017 at 21:29

    Had to pop over and see it and what a delight it was! Is there nothing you can't do!?! I believe you are a miracle worker and then some. Astounding creation! Hugz.

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  33. Astrid Maclean23 April 2017 at 22:20

    Fabulous creation Alison, and how fun to be back for a little at CCP! You have done them proud!

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  34. http://blog.timetocreate.com.au/28 April 2017 at 11:32

    What a beautiful make Alison. So many interesting techniques and details. Thank you for joining in at Rhedd's Creative Spirit this month.

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  35. Judy McKay29 April 2017 at 07:36

    I just love your shadow box. Stunning. Thank you for joining us at Altered Eclectics this month. Hope to see you back here again soon. Judy DT

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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.