Hello Everyone
I hope you all had a lovely and creative weekend.
I still have a final post to share with the gifts I received from my art friends but for today I thought I would share with you the first of my Valentine projects.
If you are a visitor to my Blog then you might remember that last year I shared a few projects using Oxford Impressions’ Giant Distressed Alphabet , in the main Christmas related items such as gift packaging. Once again I return to this fabulous set, this time for Valentine’s Day. Alongside this set I also used a wonderful damask style stamp from the French Script stamp plate. Before I share the project a little word about sourcing Oxford Impressions stamps. If you have clicked any recent O.I. links then you might have noticed it takes you to Suzanne’s Etsy site where the stamp plate prices are noted in £. If however you do not want to order from this site then That’s Crafty and The Craft Barn between them stock a good selection of Oxford Impressions.
The alphabet was perfect for declaring Amour on this altered canvas to make a home decor piece.
After painting the canvas I used a Distress Ink and the damask style stamp from French Script to create a shabby pattern.Light is a constant issue at the moment but maybe you can decipher the design in this photograph. It is more distinct in reality and the colours in the main image are the true colours, not as depicted below.
The letters were stamped onto painted canvas to bring added texture to the piece and then hand-cut. Of course the canvas had to be embellished with lace and then further adorned with faux crystal drops.
If I am being perfectly honest, I knew on receiving this stamp set that there would be many uses for it but it has actually surprised me just how versatile it is. This is not the only alphabet set available but it is the largest.
This set will show up a few times between now and the 14th of February as I have some more projects where I have made use of it.
Doesn’t it seem as though we only have Christmas out of the way and we are, as crafters, focused already on another celebration. Then once Valentine’s Day is over with we move onto Easter, is it any wonder that our year appears to pass so quickly!
Thank You for visiting the first of my Valentine’s Day projects.
Wishes
Lynne
A Declaration Of Love
07 Jan 2013 37 Comments
in Uncategorized Tags: altered art, canvas, home decor, Oxford Impressions, Oxford Impressions' DT artwork, Valentine's Day
Jan 07, 2013 @ 14:36:17
Lovely Valentine’s Day project! This will look amazing as a wall hanging! Hope you have a wonderful week! Hugs!
Jan 07, 2013 @ 14:48:47
Beautiful damask background, lovely elegant make and subtle colours. Tracy x
Jan 07, 2013 @ 14:51:11
Your Amour canvas is SO lovely and cutting out each letter is very impressive as well dear Lynne!
How true about how quickly one celebration blends into the next I used to be better at making the shift…
Happy Monday
oxo
Jan 07, 2013 @ 14:54:32
This is so beautiful!
Jan 07, 2013 @ 15:06:13
Hi Lynne! A lovely project indeed and a lovely way to start my day, viewing your post. Have a great week. All my best, Yvonne
Jan 07, 2013 @ 15:11:53
Yes, I can see it’s a wonderful set… you don’t need to do the hard sell on me!! The delicate damask stamping in the background is so pretty too… lovely project!
Alison x
Jan 07, 2013 @ 15:16:18
LOL – I know, it was a bit hard sell to say the least but I honestly find them to be an amazing set to have (hard sell over and done with ….. for the moment!!!!)
Wishes
Lynne
Jan 07, 2013 @ 15:40:26
Superschön, Lynne…
wieder so zart und fein, und es sieht wie ein ganz antikes Stück aus.
Und der Hintergrund ist sehr, sehr schön anzusehen.
Ein Prachtstück!
xx
Danke, liebe Lynne, für deine vielen lieben Kommentare auf meinem Blog.
Es ist schön, seine Werke mit Freunden zu teilen.
Jan 07, 2013 @ 16:17:25
Beautiful piece Lynne! I love the damask background! x
Jan 07, 2013 @ 16:31:37
Oh yes, this is indeed a piece of art that has been made with lots of love, it looks absolutely adorable Lynne!
Jan 07, 2013 @ 16:35:55
Your canvas is truly beautiful Lynne, love the delicate background, it does show up in your photo. Those letters are now on my wish list (you convinced me that I need them!) and as you say, they will be versatile. As ever, I love the lace you used too. Hugs, Anne x
Jan 07, 2013 @ 16:43:23
This is so beautiful! You are such a great advert for that lovely distressed alphabet stamp set – I love it!
Lucy x
Jan 07, 2013 @ 16:56:46
Beautiful hanging Lynne, those letters are fabulous! It’s always a joy to visit your blog knowing I will see such pretty projects;)
Val x
Jan 07, 2013 @ 17:07:01
Ooh la la Lynne. Je l’aime. C’est un très bel art délicat féminin. Nicola x
Jan 07, 2013 @ 17:34:06
Love those letters and what you did with them – beautiful Lynne! xxoo
Jan 07, 2013 @ 18:13:16
A gorgeous, romantic project.
Yvonne x
Jan 07, 2013 @ 18:17:55
aww gorgeous canvas love it
Jan 07, 2013 @ 18:37:03
Just adorable Lynne. Love the depth the stamping gives to this in such subtle shades. Hugs, Jenny x
Jan 07, 2013 @ 18:51:08
A gorgeous project, love the letters
Jan 07, 2013 @ 19:30:15
Lynne, your Amour canvas is so pretty. With Valentines Day coming up, this is really a beautifully inspired piece. Thank you for stopping by my blog and leaving such a nice comment. <3 Candy
Jan 07, 2013 @ 20:03:07
Hello Lynne ,dear-
No ,I agree with you,-time flyes when alwayes focusing on new Holydayes ….
But I love seing all you and others create for, now, Valentine Day- and also alwayes focus on coming occations!
The sign is beautiful, and I think the damask style stamp is so very wonderful used here, with the great big letters in pink and grey.
Hope your evening is good and cosy.
Dorthe, xx
Jan 07, 2013 @ 20:55:13
This is another beautiful piece, Lynne; looking forward to seeing your Valentine creations, too! Valerie
Jan 07, 2013 @ 21:17:32
A lovely hanging Lynne, the damask stamping is beautiful. I laughed so much at your comment on my fairytale tag. I guess you’re not into the Muppets then! Hugs. Xx
Jan 07, 2013 @ 21:38:46
Lynne this is just the sweetest! I love the delicate look of the lettering and of course the sweet lace. So pretty. Sorry about that Scottish weather – hope it is braw soon!
Jan 08, 2013 @ 00:58:45
Beautiful!
xxx Hazel.
Jan 08, 2013 @ 02:27:29
Lovely and romantic! So pretty, Lynne! You make something so simple look so elegant!
Kate
Jan 08, 2013 @ 05:52:28
oh i do love it! i guess it is time to get started on valentine’s already, eh? thanks for the inspiration! xo
Jan 08, 2013 @ 12:56:26
Happy new year Lynne!
I think your Saint-Valentin will be beautiful. And I m impatient to see the next project.
Jan 08, 2013 @ 13:42:28
I think you’re the queen of this Giant Alphabet. You’ve created another fantastic piece of art.
Jan 08, 2013 @ 13:50:42
SO elegant, Lynne!Can’t wait to see all your Valentine’s projects!
Jan 08, 2013 @ 16:27:43
OH, how sweet it is, Lynne! Love the design and color. May your new year be prosperous in every area of your life, and may your St. Valentine’s day be joyous and full of love.
Blessings,
Marianne xo
Jan 08, 2013 @ 16:51:24
Im Arbeiten mit dem großen Alphabet sind Sie eine Meisterin, Lynne, das ist so elegant!
Liebe Grüße.
Jan 09, 2013 @ 21:17:32
Love the delicate stamping and gorgeous pink colour with the amazing alphabet letters.
hugs {brenda} x0x
Jan 09, 2013 @ 22:05:47
Love what you’ve done with these stamps, Lynn. Great ideas to impart texture.
Best,
Laura
Jan 11, 2013 @ 04:26:42
Just beautiful – love the soft pink colour – has a very romantic feel!!
Jan 11, 2013 @ 09:16:14
Hi Lynne,
This is beautiful, love the delicate stamping. The alphabet looks wonderful on the canvas, beautiful texture.
Avril xx
Jan 12, 2013 @ 17:36:41
This is beautiful!