Tuesday 25 January 2011

MEMORIES OF NANA

Hi all,
Here's my entry for
simon says stamp and show blog
the theme this week is
SHOW A CHILDHOOD MEMORY,

I am also entering this for the
ginger snap creations blog
GC88 Colour Challenge,
COFFEE & CREAM.

I am also entering this for the
Sunday Stampers over at ink on my fingers
the theme this week is
PUSH THE BUTTON


This little frame set is a dedication to my Nana,
I have such fond memories of her, she taught me how to
sew, knit, crochet embroider & use a sewing machine,
Nana passed away about 6 years ago now (aged 86)
I think of her whenever I do any of the things she taught me.

So It has been nice to sit & think of all the things we got up to
while making this today,
Not only was my Nana a grate inspiration to me while I was growing up,
she played a big part in making me the person I am today,

LOVE & MISS YOU ALWAYS NANA.

here are some close ups







Distress inks used,
brushed corduroy, aged mahogany, vintage photo.

Archival ink,
coffee & jet black.

Stamp set,
Creative Expressions, Vintage Sewing by Sam Poole


I used buttons from my stash & from a packet called
Sewing room JJ-596 by a company called Craftime.
I also used Tim's fab tissue tape.

All the bits are glued on with silicone glue.


Hope you like it.


well that's it from me,
I'm off to make my Cof C entry for this week now.

UP DATE, THIS PIECE WON A TOP 3 PLACE

& A TOP PLACE FOR GC88 COFFEE & CREAM
COOL HAY!

Thanks for stopping by,
Back soon,
Kat x.




22 comments:

  1. just stunning!!!! absolutley LOVE the sewing theme!!! Hugs JUls

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  2. A gorgeous creation....so full of memories.

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  3. this is so beautiful Kat, what a lovely tribute to your Nana... and I am sure she would be as proud as punch seeing your amazing art! Thanks for joining in with the Sunday sTamper x

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  4. What a beautiful way to honour the memory of your nan - it's just lovely. :-)

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  5. This is super cool Kat, i love every little detail, and funny enough it would match the piece i have just made with a sewing theme :D

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  6. I love the faded elegance of this, and all the little details! The Design Team are really pleased that you joined us for the Simon Says Stamp and Show Challenge this week - Thank you!

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  7. Kat....this is stunning; so much detail to look at. Glad to see you playing along at Gingersnaps Creations on the colour challenge.

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  8. This is sooooo sweet, Kat!! Love it!
    Thanks for joining us at the Simon Says Stamp & Show Challenge!

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  9. This is gorgeous, so much detail a beautiful tribute to your nana.

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  10. Hi Kat! Wow what a gorgeous piece to tribute your Nana! I am sure she would love it! Always a pleasure for me to see how my stamp designs are used by others! Thanks for sharing! Hugs Sam x

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  11. Beautiful keepsake, love all the details. Thank you for playing Coffee and Cream at Gingersnaps. Annette x

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  12. This is so beautiful. Love the "Memories are Stitched with Love" sentiment, and all the sewing notion embellishments. Such a sweet way to remember your Nana.

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  13. Kathleen what a gorgeous keepsake. Your Nana would be so proud I'm sure. Great job

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  14. Very neat piece...I love all that it represents. You did a beautiful job on your technique and your style. Love it!

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  15. Fabulous piece of artwork. Love all the detail in it. Great theme and a lovely tribute to your Nana.
    Congratulations on making Ginger Gem too.

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  16. Kat - Wow, clever and unique! Beautiful Creation! Congrats on being selected as a Ginger Gem!
    ☺ Sandi's Creations!

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  17. That's a fantastic piece. Congrats to your Ginger Gem.

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  18. This is amazing and I can sure see why you were a chosen Ginger Gem! congratulations!

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  19. I love this piece of art! It's wonderful and so rich in details!

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  20. Really great love the details and it just looks super for the wall to

    love Dawn xx

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  21. I love all the detail you gave to this piece. Very good. Thank you for sharing.

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