GIU Day 5!!!
I can't believe this is my last day. I'm totally sobbing. But I hope you enjoy this last project of mine.
I can't believe this is my last day. I'm totally sobbing. But I hope you enjoy this last project of mine.
My last personal challenge.....Watercoloring....an area that I need to improve.
Also... Repurposing a piece of furniture.
This illusive Layers Of Life owl needs to be in a place where I can see him all the time Embossed with white on some watercolor paper.....still illusive.
Jane Davenport watercolors are about to bring him to life!
Working with the darker blue and then fading it out with more water worked well to create the look I was going for.For I wanted him to really stand out so I chose a bright yellow! I think he fits in well with all the other whimsical creatures that he will reside with. NOT illusive anymore!
You are Worth It sentiment is from a grab bag. I wanted to remind myself that I'm worth all my Unity purchases! Ha!
This brand new glitter that I picked up at a yardsale for 10cents was begging to be used. I'm always proud of my sale finds.
He needed to be put in his forever home; into the cabinet that I repurposed to house my stamps.
Funny thing I learned through this repurposing process: Chalk board paint is different than Chalk paint. Yep! So even though I made a rookie mistake by using chalk board paint, I still love my cabinet and use it everyday. I also learned that walmart carries spray chalk paint ( not used here obviously) that can paint up a project super fast and easy. But I like the rustic feel that I ended up with.
The owl completes a project that I tinkered with for over a year.
I've shared the other pieces of work that I had created and added prior, on the Unity Show & Tell, so you may vaguely recall them.
This cabinet ( cost me only $5 at a thrift shop!) actually sits on top of my craft desk but was too messy to get a good picture while on there. Keeping it real. Y'all know your desk is a mess too!
GIU has been a great learning opportunity for me. I loved challenging myself to do something more! Thank you for letting me do this Unity! Owl be back next year....A girl can wish!
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What a great week. Thank you for sharing your beautiful creations.
ReplyDeleteFantastic! Love your color choices for the owl! I love that stamp too! Your cabinet is inspiring... love it! Fabulous week!! Thanks for sharing your talent!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful, stamps are not just for cards!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful project! I love your color choice on the owl. Rich tones.
ReplyDeletewhat a great idea!!! love your cabinet !! The blue and yellow are beautiful together!!! Loved your week!!! Thanks for sharing all your creative projects!!
ReplyDeleteAmazing job this week! Love the owl and the framed art work for your desk. A messy desk is the sign of a creative mind.
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute cabinet. What a great idea to use Unity on it.
ReplyDeleteI love the way you displayed your images. It is such a great idea. I love the technique for the owl. Embossing with a light powder and painting the image gives it a cool effect. Thanks for a great week!
ReplyDeleteJeanie I've really enjoyed your GIU week. I love your owl and your cabinet. Great way to display your work. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteYou are one of the lucky winners to for a Unity grab bag! Be sure to either email me at jeaniehays00@yahoo.com or message me through fb.
DeleteWoo Hoo! Thanks, Jeanie!
DeleteI think we are soul sisters - thrifting, up cycling, yard sale glitter, UNITY, messy desk . . . and yes, you are so worth it!
ReplyDeleteYour week was absolutely AMAZING! I love him elusive and I love him watercolored! That cabinet!! 😍Your creations!! 😍 Big Big Bravo, my friend.
ReplyDeleteLove your owl, he’s kind of abstract looking, a cool way to paint him up! Love your cabinet too! ❤️
ReplyDeleteI love your owl ��. I thought he was pretty cool in the white on white too. Your cabinet is awesome! Congratulations on an amazing week!
ReplyDeleteLove this owl and the way you've used him, with a reminder always in front of you, that you are worth it! Thank you for an awesome, creative week!
ReplyDeletethis Owl is beautiful... the reminder is something I always need to remember!!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh, I love your owl & that cabinet idea is ingenious! This has been such a fun week, thanks for sharing all your creations!
ReplyDeleteWhat a cool piece of art! I absolutely love it. Thanks for sharing all week.
ReplyDeleteThis project is amazing! What a fabulous week!!! Thank you for all of the inspiration!!
ReplyDeleteGreat work, and I LOVE your cabinet and how you used your art on it! Thanks for a great week!
ReplyDeleteLove your water coloured owl and your piece of furniture. Thanks for a great week of sharing.
ReplyDeleteI never thought of those colors for an owl, but they totally work. Decorating that cabinet with your stamp creations is a GREAT idea and I would love to incorporate that somehow in my craft room.
ReplyDeleteYour owl turned out great. What a cool project he completed!! Thanks so much for sharing your craftiness this week!!!😊
ReplyDeleteI love your little owl and love all the elements you used this week Your little cabinet is amazing and adorable. Thank you for all the inspiration you gave me this week
ReplyDeleteYour owl is so awesome (I love birdies!) and your cabinet is
ReplyDeletesimply fabulous and so fun! Thanks so much for all your
creative projects all week; loved them all!
Great idea. Thanks for the tips. Lovely projects.
ReplyDeleteOwls are my favourites, yours is amazing, and what a great cabinet too!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun project! Very creative!
ReplyDeleteI.LOVE.THIS.! And your cabinet. How satisfying for you to finish it ! Loved your inspiration this week!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great week and your projects are so inspirational!!! Love your work
ReplyDeleteWhat a great way to finish your week!! He's PERFECT! I also love the cabinet! Neat idea!!
ReplyDeleteYou owl is awesome. Your cabinet is cool. Love practical art. Yes, my desk too. Thanks for sharing this week. It's been fun. Hugz
ReplyDeleteGreat job Jeani! I love that owl!
ReplyDeleteHe is gorgeous!! Watercolor is one of my favorites.
ReplyDeleteWow! What a gorgeous project! And you have made it all your own. Love this ♥
ReplyDeleteOh my !! What a lovely cabinet a great idea !! This owl was the perfect ultimate piece to give a whole, dare I say “Unity” ! Thanks Jeanie for this week, great projects and lovely stories. I’m glad I’ve managed to caught you up ! (Hope it’s the correct English???) I’m wishing you the best. Love from France, Marjorie
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This owl is so fun! I really like the simple embossed card. Just made it pop!
ReplyDelete--Phaline Mays