Two Fantastic Artisan Style Creations
Welcome to the blog this Wednesday! It is full of amazing Artisan Style projects by our talented designers. Lori Williams and Ginger Ropp absolutely wow with this gorgeous new collection. They also give great tips to use beautiful items you have in your craft room and taking them to the next level. There is an amazing altered art creation and a beautiful notebook. You're in for a treat!
First, let's announce the winner from our Random Acts of Kindness contest yesterday! Our randomly chosen winner is ....
-Diane Fleming: What an amazing way to celebrate "Random Acts of Kindness" day! Thanks for the opportunity to win. I would certainly brighten a few days with the things I will create if I win this prize.
Congratulations, Diane! Please email joanna@g45papers.com to claim your prize. Thanks to everyone who took part! Spread some kindness this wonderful week!
Now, let's enjoy this great project from Lori, who gives some great advice about finally using a item she was hesitant to use. The result was stunning and shows you should use your stash!
"I have to admit on this project I was a hoarder for a long time and sometimes hoarding doesn’t pay. I had purchased a working alarm clock several years back from Hobby Lobby and had been waiting for the right time to use it. I thought it would be great with the new Artisans Collection...little did I know what a pain it would be to strip it down to the shell, paint and prime it and get it ready to be used and because I waited so long you can now purchase alarm clock shells ready to adorn without all the work, LOL. I do love the way it came out but it just goes to show hiding back those precious scrapbook items for a rainy day is silly and we should use them when we get them." ~Lori
Supply List
Graphic 45
12 x 12 Artisans Style
• Attention to Detail
• Craftsmanship
• Artisan Style
Graphic 45 Staples
Ornate Metal Keyholes
Ornate Metal Key
Washi Tape
Other Products Used:
Clock
Petaloo Flowers
Spray Paint/ Mat Black
Foam Tape
Xyron Glue
Xacto Tool
Self Healing Mat
Distress Ink: Vintage Photo
Next, here is a gorgeous notebook from Ginger. Love this idea that you can create from something probably sitting in your office right now!
"I absolutely love the designs and color palette of the new Artisan Style Paper Collection. I thought it would look great on the front of a journal. I used a simple journal purchased from the office supply store. Of course I had to add one of the amazing Antique Brass Door Knockers to the front. I did add three simple dividers to the journal as well. " ~Ginger
Ginger's Altered Journal Video Tour
Supply List
Artisan Style 12x12 Paper Collection
Graphic 45 Antique Brass Door Knockers
Graphic 45 Washi Tape Set
Black Cardstock
Handmade Swarvoski and pearl Charms
College Ruled Journal - Staples Brand
Dimensional Adhesive
Glossy Accents
Tim Holtz Distress Ink Walnut Stain
Go hop over to the Paper Crafter's Library Blog for extra inspiration today from the amazing Nichola Battilana! She always creates amazing projects, so you will definitely want to check it out.
Hop on Over to the Paper Crafter's Library Blog
Don't forget to join our blog contest this week! There's still a couple more days to win this $41 Good ol' Sport prize pack. Woo hoo! Enter here:
Thanks for joining us this Wednesday! We hope these projects inspired you to use your stash!
Your Pals in Paper,
Graphic 45
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Posted by: Brenda B | February 18, 2015 at 05:35 AM
The alarm clock is cute but I really LOVE the notebook! Awesome use of this collection!
Posted by: barbara macaskill | February 18, 2015 at 05:41 AM
What a fun clock. The little door is just perfect in there. Thanks for the tip on using our finds instead of holding on to them. The journal is so colorful. Love the added tabs.
Posted by: Sharon Young | February 18, 2015 at 05:58 AM
Looks great! Very inspiring- I have an old clock case and have some wonderful ideas on how to fill it know! thanks for keeping the creative juices flowing Graphic 45!
Posted by: Tammy McDaniel | February 18, 2015 at 06:05 AM
Love these projects!
Posted by: Anne Schilling | February 18, 2015 at 06:19 AM
Wow!! Love it all!
Posted by: Dorothy McCarthy | February 18, 2015 at 07:06 AM
Hello!
Beautiful projects! I know I am guilty of saving my Graphic 45 papers because they are so beautiful! I am inspired by these items to make something today!
Wishing you a happy day!
Hugs,
Barbara Diane
Posted by: Barbara Ramsey | February 18, 2015 at 07:25 AM
I always enjoy seeing Ginger's mini albums...and this is another nice book. I especially like the dividers she added...nice. Thanks for featuring one of her projects!
Posted by: Martie Rollin | February 18, 2015 at 11:05 AM
Love this!!! Where can I get that Lion?
Posted by: Gina | February 18, 2015 at 01:45 PM
Oh WOW ... love Lori's clock and Ginger's Artisan notebook ... great use of such a pretty collection... The colors in Artisan are bright and beautiful. OMG Nicola rocked it with her four amazing pieces; such creative use of the Graphic 45 Staples !!
Posted by: Rosann | February 18, 2015 at 01:56 PM
Love how the journal was altered.
Posted by: Debbie | February 18, 2015 at 03:16 PM
Love the projects especially the journal.
Posted by: Marie Frederick | February 18, 2015 at 04:22 PM
Loving the journal. Trying to figure out how to add the index pages inside among the lined paper. So creative.
Posted by: Cathy Osborne | February 18, 2015 at 08:20 PM
What great projects! I'm off to create some of my own!
Posted by: Karen Itzenhuiser | February 18, 2015 at 09:17 PM
These are so incredible! I love the clock and that the door is open just a bit to peek inside. And that notebook is sweet. I would love that.
Posted by: Viki B | February 18, 2015 at 10:18 PM
Fabulous - love the projects. The Artisan Style looks amazing on the journal! xx
Posted by: Karen Foy | February 19, 2015 at 06:32 AM
What did you affix your black scrapbook paper dividers with? Glue stick, adhesive runner, etc? The edges look so sealed and thick. Beautiful work.
Posted by: Dionne | February 19, 2015 at 10:59 AM
I JUST ADORE THESE PROJECTS BY THE DESIGNERS! AND I'D BE SO VERY HAPPY TO WIN SOME GR45 PAPER - THANKS FOR THE CHANCE!!
Posted by: Mare Williams | February 19, 2015 at 11:07 AM
Fabulous little journal. Easy peezy to make and makes a big impact! Thanks for sharing it!! Great idea.
Posted by: Ruth Ann | February 19, 2015 at 01:23 PM
wow the altered composition book is amazing!
Posted by: marie sierra | February 19, 2015 at 03:58 PM