Sunday, September 23, 2012

Bird Song Bliss



This is a project that came out of me like a whirl wind!  I received such an inspiring parcel from Leslie over at Alpha Stamps that it was easy to create something lovely.  First off, I personally think that making anything with Graphic 45 will yield a beautiful project.





This is going to be a photo heavy post for sure.  There are lots of fun details to see.





I love the seam binding that I was able to use both on the closure for the book as well as to tie the art panel inside of the box.  This was the first time I have used this crafty staple and I can tell it is going to be a new favorite, it is really cheap too. 




I went all out with the Birdsong paper, a Japanese Women Collage Sheet, the Song Birds Collage Sheet stickers and a few random embellishments. 




I was quite surprised actually at how many stickers I used.  The world has come a long way with crafting embellishments  that is for sure.  





I used some great resin birdhouses throughout the project.  I was sure to grunge them up with a bit of guilders paste.   I also tricked out some sticker embellishments by taking them apart and adding a layer of filigree.  




I love the metal adornments.  They were sent to me in a swap ages ago and this was the perfect project for them. 



Graphic 45 makes it easy to achieve an intricate look by simply layering their papers. 




This panel is one of my favorites.  I love the coinstucked behind the floral piece.  The paper in the backgound is really pretty too.  I am a sucker for butterflies.  




I made lots of use out of some K and Company borders.  I layered them on this picture.  In a few other layouts I actually cut the butterflied out and used them individually to create flocks of butterflies. 





I really loved the cherry blossom stickers I picked up by Martha Stewart.  I totally yearned for another pack. 




This is another one of my favorites, perhaps it is that butterfly paper that gets me, as it is featured in this spread as well. 



To add a bit of whimsy to this piece I also peppered in a few used postage stamps.  I thought this added a unique touch.  



I also added a bunch of charms to the closure.  I love layers and movement, so the more the better here.  Much of this stuff can be found in Alpha Stamps new jewelry stuff category.  Isn't that Quan Yin charm darling. This is always my favorite part of my kits!  Another big score was a tassel tool, I can see this coming in handy for lots of projects.  




Thanks for taking the time to check out my work.  As always, I really appreciate all of you who stop on by!

Cheers, 

Rhea




26 comments:

  1. How very lovely! So many stunning details!

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  2. This is gorgeous! So glad I popped by.

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  3. Oh my goodness. This work is gorgeous. A beautiful step away from your trademark steampunk. I look forward to meeting these lovely ladies in person.

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  4. Another fantastic project! Thanks for posting.

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  5. I can't wait to see this in person. As beautiful as it is on the pages of your blog, I'm sure that the pictures just don't do it justice. As always Rhea, you have set the bar high. Gorgeous!!!!!!!!

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  6. Enchanting! I look forward to seeing it in person.

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  7. I love everything about this!

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  8. Rhea.... So very beautiful and carefully planned.LOVE all of your art. Miss you when you are"away". From the design layout to the small charms- this is superb. I love oriental art and this captures the simple elegance of their style. Thanks for sharing.

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  9. By far the most beautiful creation I've seen made with Bird Song! You did a fabulous job! You are so talented!

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  10. Love everything about this box. Great job.

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  11. It really is Fabulous Rhea. I'm so glad I came by to see the photos up close. So many cool extra touches.
    hugs Lynn

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  12. Rhea, there are no words to top all that's been said already. This is just stunning and I would so love to see it "in real life". Awesome work!

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  13. Beautiful and so well done!

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  14. this is absolutely stunning.. I bought the 12x12 Paper pad and have no clue what to do with it. so thanks for some inspiration.

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  15. I stopped by your blog via the ATT group. Love the work that you do! Absolutely beautiful creation.

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  16. Each and every peice is just stunning. Absolutely beautiful!

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  17. I have the Birdsong 8 x 8 paper stack. You've given me some great inspiration!!!

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  18. Oh, my! The eye candy this project resulted in....oustanding presentation, SG! Don't know where to look first, but found the front the most enthralling towards opening a package I have ever seen..makes you want more, and you packed a punch. Hugs and a pat on the back for your creativeness. Its simply delicious eye candy. Thanks for sharing.

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  19. Rhea, this is outstanding! I love Japanese art, and I love your design - this project is amazingly perfect!
    Dorly Weitzen, Israel

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  20. Yvonne (yrd@hotmail.com)Thursday, September 27, 2012

    Hi,

    The book and box are awesome. Well done!

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  21. This is so beautiful! I absolutely love this. The colors and layers are wonderful.

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  22. Absolutely everything about this project is fantastic!

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All the comments and feedback you leave affirms my creative spirit on a very deep level. I am grateful for your time and readership!