Sunday, 14 December 2008

Altered Matchbox


.. just because..
I wanted to distract myself from getting edgy lol.. so I made this quick simple altered matchbox

37 comments:

Kaz said...

quick and simple???????

tut.....

tsk....

pfffftttt

it's gorgeous.

moo

xx

Hazel said...

Another gorgeous piece made with this stamp. Love the inside, it's so pretty. Love the outside too, of course!

sam21ski said...

WOW this looks fantastic, love all the different mediums you've used and it really looks like it stands off the page xxxxx

Lottie said...

I was just about to say what Kaz said quick and simple. For the Queen of Altered art - but stunning - truly amazing.

I worship the card and altered art you stamp on!

xxx

Moira said...

fabulous

cmoh said...

Quick and simple! Shhhh don't tell anyone...it looks like it took days...so lovely...I am always amazed at your creations...the colors and textures blow me away...

Lovely...absolutely lovely! Just like you :) (Is that too much???? LOL)

Stempelchaotin said...

OMG I´ve missed my words.
This is really unique. Love them.

Gillian said...

This altered matchbox is just gorgeous, incredible colour/texture/design:)x

Flippinpest said...

You never cease to amaze me with all the incredible stuff that you produce...my mojo just screamed and ran off :-(

Ginger said...

That is lovely :)

Kimmie said...

Wow...this is gorgeous! Love the color and all the elements! Love the inside contents. Wow!

Emma said...

Hello again! Sorry I've not been around but lost my internet access. Anyway I've been having a good nose round all your scrummy latest creations and I was wondering if I could feature this on 'Inspirational'? Let me know as its stunning!

LazyKay said...

Stunning, love how you've carried the theme through with the embellishments.

xxxxxxx

Gaby Bee said...

Wow, simply stunning! Turqouise is one of my favorite colors. Love it!

Dawn said...

How beautiful such detail on such a small space - Love it!

Momiji said...

loving this and would love to see it for 'real'...the blue and gold work beautifully together..

Alette Siri Ane said...

Wonderfull thankyou for sharing!

Linda B said...

bewdiful!!!! A real delight to the eyes

~*~Patty Szymkowicz said...

Amazing way to handle feeling "edgy" = Art is a wonderful release isn't it. Your matchbox is a stunner, Love all the details. It certainly is a delight to visit and see your beautiful artwork TFS!

Kalyber said...

Tag you're it.
I think your work is amazing and so I am tagging you. See my blog http://katemadedesigns.blogspot.com/ for more information.

Claireabelle said...

This is a stunning piece of work Louse. I absolutely love this stamp! Must have a try with mine
xx

Janny said...

Really beautiful!

maddy hill said...

love all the textures you have on your makes .They are stunning !

Hanne said...

I have been looking around in your blog....I am sooooo impressed. This is beautiful! The shoes.....WOW! What an idea!!!

Pam said...

WOW Louise-you have been busy making wonderful pieces-LOVE your work!!!!

joanne wardle said...

it's gorgeous Louise! such intricate detail!

Stempelchaotin said...

Louise my friend, have a wonderful and pieceful christmas time. Thanks for all your lovely comments on my blog. I´m very glad about it. Hugs.

Kris Dickinson said...

Unbelieveable work! Congrats on being on Inspirational! Your work certainly is inspirational! - Kris

Penny said...

Hi Louise, so sorry I haven't visited for a while and have missed SOOO much gorgeous stuff, You really do amazing art and the mermaid matchbox is no exception.

I wish you and your family a happy christmas and a very peaceful new year too:)

craftytrog said...

This is so beautiful Louise! Love all your artwork, you always inspire me!
Hope you are having a wonderful christmas!
Alison xx

Lana said...

Oh so pretty!!! Hope you are okay Louise and wishing you and Mike a wondeful 2009 xxx

Sue said...

Wow. It's amazing. Love the colours and the stamp. xx

Jo Capper-Sandon said...

I usually clean when I'm edgy, but it looks like crafting is the thing for when you're edgy works a treat! Love everything about it. Really has an underwater feel about it. Beautiful- you've created the most gorgeous keepsake for someone.

Zuzu's Blog said...

for ME!!!lol

vintage wil said...

wow what a great work!
beautiful colors!!!

jasminduft said...

Wow! Absolutely stunning! I'm speechless!

nikki said...

wow!!! those colors -- just gorgeous!! i am IN LOVE with this little creation!! theres so many wonderful things to look at - all those pretty shells...the vibrant teal & white pearls ....and that image - just perfection....stunning work!!