In moving ahead with our first presentation of "CP Creative Weekly", today's collage-centered designs go from simple, to expert, in a matter of seconds. There's something for everyone!
"I gotta say, I googled "collage" to see what popped up, and there are many versions of it, including mine. I chose the simple route. The page features Paper Heart's patterned paper and chipboard. I'm obsessed with the collection and having difficulty letting it go. I plan to hoard the rest! Because I desired for the page to include lots of color, I chose to go with a circle (pie chart) collage made from slices of patterned paper. I love the way it turned out! Plus, February is a special month for my hubby and me because it's our anniversary month. The page is simple and clean, just the way I like it!"
"When I began to think about what I was going to do to focus on collage, the words 'shabby chic" sprung to mind. I decided to create a shabby background for a set of cards. To do this, I used several sheets of Random's patterned paper, including pinks and greys. I tore squares from them in different shapes and sizes, and then adhered them to a sheet of cardstock, layering pieces as I went. After I had all my pieces in order, I brushed on some gesso. This 'whitewashed' the papers, but still allowed the patterns and colors to show through a bit. Once dry, I cut the cardstock into 3" x 5" panels. Finally, the fun began! I embellished each card with a punched border of Vintage paper, and I used the border stickers, phrase stickers, chipboard accents, buttons and stand-outs as needed. Doilies and a few gems finished the cards off and further added to the shabby chic look! The collage background is the perfect base for the cards, and I'd consider using the technique again."
"Before the subject of collage presented itself, I hadn't heard of the technique before. I immediately was taken by surprise when I looked it up! I took to it quickly because it opens up a whole new area of creative opportunities. So, for me, collage invoked immediately, an accumulation of small pieces of paper in many colors and pattern styles. For my layout then, I chose a dozen of Crate Paper's patterned papers and accent cards and placed them throughout the background. In unifying them, I did some sewing and applied torn strips of washi tape in differing locations. I then added ribbon and crocheted flowers. Unlike a few of the girls here, I dared not to paint because it scares me a little, and also, I didn't want to impede upon the idea of collage from the perspective of patchwork."
Don't forget to check our previous post's giveaway before you leave! Details are listed at the very end and you still have plenty of time to participate. See you tomorrow!
These are all GORGEOUS!!!
Posted by: Julie Tucker-Wolek | February 21, 2012 at 04:38 AM
Gorgeous projects! Special hug to Anabelle, love your work my friend!!
Posted by: Danielle | February 21, 2012 at 04:52 AM
oh WOW! fabulous projects! Maybe you could do a week of mini cards/cards :)
Posted by: ShellyJ | February 21, 2012 at 05:17 AM
SO much inspiration!!!!
Posted by: soapHOUSEmama | February 21, 2012 at 06:35 AM
I love Stepfanie's LO! I'm pinning it right now!
Posted by: Amanda Counce | February 21, 2012 at 06:36 AM
Beautiful stuff! Everything is wonderful and... most of all I just fell head over heels in LOVE with Anabelle's cards. They are absolutely breath taking!!
Posted by: Zarah | February 21, 2012 at 06:38 AM
Gorgeous projects!! love Anabelle's shabby chic cards! so pretty!
Posted by: Steph Lee (Arty Carty) | February 21, 2012 at 06:50 AM
Anabelle's whitewashed cards are absolutely HEARTSTOPPING! I can't stop looking at them. One of the most inspiring projects I've seen in 14yrs of crafting. I'm glad I still have some Random papers left to try this out with...I just wish I had more of the embellishments left. Thank you Anabelle
Posted by: BEA | February 21, 2012 at 06:56 AM
beautiful projects!
Posted by: conniemelancon | February 21, 2012 at 07:01 AM
gorgeous, gorgeous! I love them all! A special shout out to Anabelle! Your cards are stunning!
Posted by: staceymichu | February 21, 2012 at 07:09 AM
Some really wonderful inspiration here, especially Annabelle's wonderfully shabby chic cards, simply stunning.
Posted by: Sherri | February 21, 2012 at 07:26 AM
Thanks for sharing all of the projects. Annabelle's set of cards are gorgeous. The muted background with a pop of color is just stunning. She has inspired me to try some collage on cards myself.
Posted by: Nancy | February 21, 2012 at 07:59 AM
GORGEOUS!!!!
Posted by: tammy K | February 21, 2012 at 09:55 AM
Loved all of the projects today!
Posted by: Melanie C | February 21, 2012 at 10:15 AM
Wow! These are amazing projects. I love them!
Posted by: Kate Vickers | February 21, 2012 at 11:48 AM
Wow beautiful projects :)
Posted by: Fleur Smith | February 21, 2012 at 02:15 PM
Amazing Projects!!!!! LOVE them!!!
Posted by: Mari | February 21, 2012 at 05:23 PM
I like the card projects...I only recently started making cards and like to see more of them.
Posted by: Karin | February 22, 2012 at 04:37 AM
Really enjoyed these projects.
Posted by: Marilyn Nimmo | February 22, 2012 at 10:25 AM
I love the idea of making a collage with CP beautiful papers!! I am off to make a collage now. :)
Posted by: Vicki Bailon | February 22, 2012 at 01:15 PM