I've been enjoying some Christmas themed art time lately.
I am taking Ruth Rae's Stitched Mixed Media Art online class.
I have admired her for ages now and
I knew she would inspire me to loosen up.
I am applying Ruth's techniques to some paper/lace collage tags,
with a simple wire hanger.
a little bit of paper, some lace, vintage textiles....
and some sewing....
They look nothing like what Ruth was making...lol!
She is totally amazing.
But I did feel like I was breaking some new personal ground.
I can not remember where I found this image.
I usually mark each image I download in the file name,
but alas, this one I did not.
I apologize.
They are kinda wonky,
but I like the layers this way...
just simply laid and sewn.
The strings are left hanging down.
I have a few baskets of small pieces of vintage textiles,
lace, ribbon, and such. It is fun to rummage through them,
searching for just the right piece to put on next.
All in all a very fun project!
I am now working on some vintage postcard angel tags.
Are you working on something festive too?
What is going on in your part of the world?
Thank you so much for stopping by for a visit : )
Hugs,
Terri
These are wonderful, Terri. Great way to use up all the scraps! Happy Happy!
ReplyDeleteHello Terri. What a wonderful vintage piece. I too am into the Christmas spirit of things, making gifts for very special people. Thanks for sharing. Karen.x
ReplyDeleteOh Terri this looks so beautifull, it feels like christmas is in the air....I love all the laces and white on white, glitter ans strings, the image... Beautiful work!!
ReplyDeleteSo gorgeous! I loveeeeeee all the lace and stitching!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteVery nice and lovely labels Terri!
ReplyDeleteHugs and kisses
Very sweet and feminine and holiday feeling. It sounds as if you are getting a lot from that class.
ReplyDeleteYour work is beautiful.
That would be so pretty sewed on the front of a white burlap stocking! Just beautiful!!!
ReplyDeleteI love your vintage hanger, dear Terri,- so shabby and romantic, -the threads hanging looks great, and all the laces with the paper so lovely.
ReplyDeleteI wish you a fine and happy weekend,my dear friend.
Hugs,Dorthe
You've quite put me in the Xmas mood too,Terri, which is quite an achievement as it's not my favourite time of the year. Love the delicate lacy beauty of your piece and the wonderful texture.
ReplyDeleteYou are very talented! I love the look you created.
ReplyDeleteYour tags are lovely. Every detail of lace, ribbon, fabric, thread and image come together in creative bliss. Stunning Dear...
ReplyDeletethese are just gorgeous Terri!!! I have always loved seeing the strings hanging and having the layers a bit "wonky" as you put it. I love Ruth Rae's work too. Sounds like a really great class.
ReplyDeleteThis art form is intoxicatingly beautiful to me. I love your "wonky" work, for it looks simply elegant to me.
ReplyDeleteNow I have to scope Ruth Rae!
Hi Terri,
ReplyDeleteI envy your skill in this kind of artwork! This one is so pretty, so full of the Christmas spirit! I wish I could make something of the kind!!!
I do have baskets and drawers full of small pieces of fabric, lace , ribbons, buttons... but when it comes to putting them all together... :(
I'll give it a try, though...
Thanks for sharing.
Hugs
It's something I feel I need too Terri....to loosen up!! I've also hugely admired Ruth's work for quite a while, even have one of her books which is fabulous! I really envy how she seems to be able to just let go so easily! But I've just had a look at her tags and I'm thinking that I prefer yours. They are beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI haven't started any Christmas projects yet, and not sure that I'll even get around to it, but I'd love to do some tags like these now!! You've inspired me. ♥
I love that with all the strings hanging. It is simply gorgeous. You have such an eye for putting things together. I love admiring your work. It makes me feel so happy to see such beauty.
ReplyDeletehugs♥,
Caroline
Hi Terri,
ReplyDeletethe hangers look so winterly and romantic. Very beautiful.
Can you believe it's December tomorrow? YIKES! That went so fast!
ReplyDeleteLove your little collages and the laces/stitching/love put into them.
Just gorgeous!
Have a great week. We're still looking at snow out of our windows!
Hugs
Jan
Absolutely gorgeous..such beauties my friend..such a magical touch..they are so elegant..magical and love the color palette..the lace...old-world feel...stunning! Always a joy to see your creations and they shine with such light!
ReplyDeleteHugs...blessings
Victoria
It looks absolutely amazing.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful!I love it! :)
ReplyDeleteLove all the vintage .. my favorite any time of the year.
ReplyDeleteA magnificent work of art, dear Terri! Unique and beautiful!
ReplyDeleteOh My Goodness. This is lovely. Everything you make is so calming and serene.
ReplyDeleteThese are VERY VERY beautiful!!
ReplyDeleteKirsti from Finland
Terri, you are SO talented! I love stopping at your blog, although I know I've been a bad bloggy friend. I'm trying to catch up on so many blogs, and especially yours! I promise to do better! :)
ReplyDeleteI hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving!
Hi Terri,
ReplyDeleteI absolutely adore your gorgeous hanger.Have a wonderful week.
Hugs,
Marie
Hello Terri,
ReplyDeleteThese vintage tags are absolutely beautiful and will make adorable keepsakes to be treasured by their lucky recipients. I love all the layering, stitching and touchy feely quality of these darling treasures.Thank you for letting us see them.
I have been trying out some new ideas for making some little book covers. I've made two with the metal tape technique.
Hugs
Susanne
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