This is SO me!

This is SO me!

Sunday, July 25, 2010

A Trip Down Memory Lane...

Each month, Bombshell Stamps hosts a challenge contest. The winner wins a fabulous prize. You can win 3 different ways- by leaving a comment on the blogs of those participating in the Hump Day Hop, by playing along with the sketch challenge or by playing along with the monthly challenge.

The monthly challenge is created by the Bombshell of the Month (aka- guest designer). This month’s Bombshell, Ms. July- Alison, challenged us to use photos on our project and called the challenge “Photo-Synthesis”. I had an idea that I had wanted to do since last month’s challenge (which I didn’t get to participate in). Ms. June- Kelli, challenged us with the theme “Memory Lane”- to create a memory box or similar project.

A friend had given me a wooden book box. For a long time I had wanted to alter it, but I’m not very good at altering things, so, I kept putting it off. When I saw Kelli’s and then Alison’s challenges, I knew I couldn’t put it off any longer, so…

I pulled out the box, found some small crocheted doilies, old photos of my parents, some scraps of ribbon, stick-on gems, some flowers, and a couple of Bombshell images and this is what I came up with:



The box was already covered with DSP when she gave it to my (thanks, Rhonda!!). I printed out the photos that I wanted to use, trimmed them down to size and then mounted them onto Ruby Red and Chocolate Chip cardstock. I attached scraps of Cranberry Crisp stitched ribbon to the sides of each photo and some burgundy self-stick gems (Bling It from Basic Grey) to my Mom’s photo. I stamped the No Regrets (from Bombshell’s Girl’s Ruin stamp set), the rose verse (from Bombshell’s Rose’s Portrait stamp set) and the measuring tape (Impression Obsession) onto confetti white cardstock using Chocolate Chip ink. Burgundy roses would have been perfect if I had any, but…I was running out of time and I had to use what I had on hand! The yellow flowers were a bit bright for the rest of the items on the box, so I toned them down a bit by sponging on Cranberry Crisp and Chocolate Chip ink. Everything is attached to the box using glue dots.

I love the photos I used. They were taken probably in the mid-1940s. My parents will be celebrating their 55th wedding anniversary on Friday! Although I’m not good at altering, I’m very happy with how this turned out! I think it’s the perfect memory box in honor of my parents. Thanks Kelli and Alison for the fabulous challenges!!!

16 comments:

  1. All I can say is WOW, this is just stunning!

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  2. What a lovely memory box Mary!

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  3. This brought tears to my eyes Mary!! So wonderful and beautiful!!!

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  4. Mary, what a fantastic project! I'm sure your parents will love to see it...and will feel the love that has gone into its creation.

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  5. So beautiful. The doilies are perfect for this.

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  6. You did a great job altering this box. Beautiful details to go with your wonderful photos. What a great place to store family keepsakes.

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  7. It's fabulou! Great use of the stamps! I love the colors and embellishments. Those photos are such a treasure!

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  8. You did a fabulous job altering this box and I'm sure your parents will love seeing what you've done. :)

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  9. Oh Mary, this is priceless. so beautifully done. I hope you're planning on sharing it with your parents cuz they will treasure it. Big Hugs!

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  10. what a gorgeous creation. Wonderful treasure.

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  11. While you may think you are not good at altering, I think you have the knack! Your box is gorgeous. I think Carrie said it best... you created a wonderful treasure. Beautiful work!

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  12. wow this is just gorgeous....love those pictures and what a thoughtful treasure!

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  13. Wow- I think this is fabulous! I do family history so really enjoy your layout. TFS!

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  14. What a wonderful project Mary. I think your parents will really appreciate such a special gift. I don't think you can say you aren't good at altering any more!

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