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Tuesday, August 23, 2011

Embossed Metal & Steampunk--a Great Combination

I've  been  using  my  Graphic 45  Steampunk  Debutante  papers  again  (still  my  favorite  ones  that  I  have)  and  this  time  I've  added  a  little  metal  embossing  with  them--





and  I  added  these  fun  embellishments  to  this  piece--






This  is  where  I  have  to  thank  garage  sales  again  for  the  light  bulbs,  knobs,   and  the  old  alarm  clock  that  I  took  apart.....and  also  the  frame.   It  was  a  mirror  in  a  plain  wood  frame  that  I  found  for  50 cents.   As  a  matter  of  fact,  I  had  2  of  them--



The  best  way  to  do  steampunk!

And  speaking  of  papers,  I  just  got  some  new  ones  in  the  mail  on  Saturday  from  Stampington  that  are  SO  awesome--I  will  be  doing  something  with  them--so  stay  tuned.....
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49 comments:

  1. Мария ЖеневскаяAugust 23, 2011 at 7:42 AM

    О, какая красота!!! потрясающие работы :)

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  2. Denise August 23, 2011 at 7:45 AM

    I have just one word for these.....WOW!!
    Denise xx

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  3. Šolanje na domu-WaldorfAugust 23, 2011 at 8:38 AM

    Wow! Where do you find these things? Love the metal touch. :)

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  4. Bren Graham ThebeauAugust 23, 2011 at 9:00 AM

    you know it's a gift to look at all these random objects and know that you can do something interesting with them. You have that gift, these new pieces are fantastic.

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  5. Janet GhioAugust 23, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    Thos hearts look so great! I have got to try the embossed metal! I have the stuff to do it with--just never seem to get around to it!!

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  6. BuffyAugust 23, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    Love them! Your embellishments are just the best,love those lightbulbs and the inside of the alarm clock! If I don't know what to do with something I'm just gonna send it to you!

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  7. Bleubeard and ElizabethAugust 23, 2011 at 9:07 AM

    These are INCREDIBLE. So impressive. Wish I had your eye for assemblage and collage.

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  8. Jennifer {Studio JRU}August 23, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    Wow. That is SO neat! Love it. :)

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  9. sharonAugust 23, 2011 at 9:59 AM

    Your art is explosive no matter what style you chose Diane! I am lovin those birds!

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  10. Lainey ParkerAugust 23, 2011 at 10:37 AM

    Wow! These are incredible!!!

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  11. DianneAugust 23, 2011 at 10:47 AM

    gorgeous pieces! love this style...

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  12. Lynn CohenAugust 23, 2011 at 11:57 AM

    I love these multi media mixed pieces Diane. they sing to me. And I too am a LOVER of garage sales and thrift stores.
    All my art gets made from fabrics and embellishments found there. I buy very little NEW, some but not much. Your frames are great finds too.

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  13. Heather FoustAugust 23, 2011 at 12:40 PM

    These are awesome!!! I love them both! Congrats on Stampington!!! That is awesome! I can't wait to see what your up to!!! xxoo

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  14. Talking Horses ArtsAugust 23, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    Yummy and Yummy again. LOVE them!
    Very original to!
    Andrea.

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  15. AnonymousAugust 23, 2011 at 1:15 PM

    Amazing work, amazing dear Diane! I love your art.

    Kisses and nice day:)

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  16. linda (dots n doodles)August 23, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    Wow, these are just awesome!

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  17. Micki WildeAugust 23, 2011 at 2:49 PM

    Lol Diane I can't even imagine how much 'stuff' you must have lying around in your house, you always come up with such fabulous creations.

    X

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  18. HeatherAugust 23, 2011 at 3:27 PM

    wow, these are amazing! I love all the textural and imagery going on in these pieces. Just amazing! I've never done embossing, but you're inspiring me!~

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  19. Marguerite (Tina) Smith HartAugust 23, 2011 at 3:32 PM

    Oh Diane I am totally enchanted with the art you have done here! And the vintage framing is absolutely perfect! I have a thing for old wood and metal, can you tell? :)
    Tina xo

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  20. DortheAugust 23, 2011 at 3:34 PM

    Wonderful steampunk, Diane- the metal embossing is fabolous on your art piece- and all the fantastic colors- makes thise gorgeus pieces.
    Hugs,Dorthe

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  21. NuminosityAugust 23, 2011 at 4:17 PM

    Wow! those heart ones are so rich and captivating. You're definitely on to something here. Great work!
    xoxo Kim

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  22. AnonymousAugust 23, 2011 at 4:38 PM

    you are so clever diane! your imagination works so well!

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  23. CreateologyAugust 23, 2011 at 5:48 PM

    F.A.B.U.L.O.U.S. combinations. Love how you have put the details together and displayed them. Happy creating...

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  24. Sandra KayeAugust 23, 2011 at 7:02 PM

    Ok, you are way TALENTED!!! I just love your work. Every time you post something , I'm so there ... Can't wait to see what you do next. Just love the metal hearts. GREAT job!!! --hugs--Sandie

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  25. Jen @Sadie InspiredAugust 23, 2011 at 7:34 PM

    Gorgeous as usual! Ok...so do you paint right over the glass? So pretty!

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  26. KristinAugust 23, 2011 at 9:35 PM

    Wow I am in love!! I especially love the horizontal drawer, its amazing. I want it in my apartment!! :-D

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  27. BeccaAugust 23, 2011 at 11:02 PM

    I love steam punk, and you've done such an awesome job representing it! I'm always amazed how you can take something of little worth and turn it into a piece of art!

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  28. Heather HenryAugust 23, 2011 at 11:07 PM

    Seriously cool stuff. Your art always amazes me. I love it!

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  29. UnknownAugust 24, 2011 at 12:48 AM

    I LOVE the bird one, that is SO cool looking!! Absolutely amazing the things you create.

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  30. wandamarie.blogspot.comAugust 24, 2011 at 1:17 AM

    YOU are crankin' it girl! steampunk diane style, i LOVE. i wish we could watch you do this, it's just wildly great!
    and i'm having a hard time keeping up on blogs lately, i ADORE your houses in the post before this one...i'm going to go live in one of these...i can just feel the CREATIONS here! xo

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  31. CameronAugust 24, 2011 at 2:59 AM

    You are a Fairy, a Tinker....making magic with Lost Things!

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  32. Theresa PlasAugust 24, 2011 at 7:40 AM

    Awesomeness!!!! Love your creativity and repurposing vision...makes me want to pilfer through the hubs bin of doo dads for inspiration:)

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  33. Cassie ShellaAugust 24, 2011 at 10:13 AM

    Oh my goodness - just wonderful:) I love the frames they are in, and the birds are fantastic. Thanks for the inspiration - have a Blessed week.

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  34. IsabelAugust 24, 2011 at 11:04 AM

    As always awesome work!!! You are soo creative:O) Thanks for sharing:O)

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  35. Healing WomanAugust 24, 2011 at 1:06 PM

    Love that steampunk look. The bulbs are a great addition to the gears. These should sell at Yankee Peddler~

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  36. NettyAugust 24, 2011 at 3:28 PM

    Oh wowee so stunning. xx

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  37. KellyAugust 24, 2011 at 4:50 PM

    Oh my goodness Diane! These are absolutely gorgeous! YOu have such an amazing vision for pieces like these! Thanks for sharing your beautiful work! Hugs and many blessings. Kelly

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  38. LorraineAugust 24, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    love this composition all the little odds and ends and that lovely paper

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  39. Art by Darla KayAugust 25, 2011 at 7:48 AM

    diane!! That is amazing!! You are so creative, I love it!

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  40. Anjas-ArtefaktotumAugust 25, 2011 at 8:05 AM

    WOW I lost my words..incredible artistic works I've never seen such fantastic pieces! All the amazing details you get here - just unbelievable! Your art works are always so inspiring.

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  41. trisha tooAugust 25, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    Fabulous pieces, Diane, all of them!

    :)

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  42. Anna Rosa DesignsAugust 25, 2011 at 6:06 PM

    Hi Diane,
    Oh gosh, I'm always sooo inspired when visiting you with your great artwork!
    Thanks for visiting me, Your comments mean a lot.
    Creative hugs,
    Anna
    PS: looking forward to seeing your new papers

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  43. UnknownAugust 26, 2011 at 12:46 AM

    Wonderful work love the colouring you chose for the frame it all looks FAB

    Love Dawn xx

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  44. Terri KahrsAugust 26, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    OMG, OMG, O-M-G!!!! I can't believe how amazingly beautiful this piece is and how much your work has grown!!! You are going to have an awesome time at the show.

    Thanks so much for stopping by my blog and your lovely comment. You made my heart sing, Diane! I hadn't realized that Somerset Apprentice has started to advertise their fall publication.

    Good luck in my drawing and with your show!!! Love & Hugs, Terri xoxo

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  45. RobinAugust 26, 2011 at 8:11 PM

    That is just WAY TOO COOL Diane! I have a couple friends who are into Steampunk anything...I am sending them your way!!! Great job, you are so talented!

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  46. Theresa MacNaughtonAugust 26, 2011 at 9:48 PM

    Wow wow wow! Just when I think you cannot top yourself, you do! Everything you create is so magical!!! :)

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  47. Jaime HaneyAugust 27, 2011 at 11:52 AM

    oh wow Diane! your artwork is fabulous! I'm going to have to check out those papers you're talking about. The frames are spectacular! So creative! :)

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  48. Terri SmithAugust 28, 2011 at 12:08 PM

    Mercy Miss Diane..Now You've Really Done It! Now I'm Going To Have To Learn How To Emboss Metal. Girl, You Simply Keep Amazing Me! Actually More Like "Inspiring Me!" It's As If Somehow You Reach Down Inside Me And Make Me Take A Second Look. Truly, These Newest Pieces Are Excellent! Your Attention To Detail Is Astounding! And Hey, Thanks So Much For Your Sweet Visit Earlier! You Are So Right About The Possibilities Of "Addiction" To Hunting And Gathering. It's All I Can Think About Right Now. What Would Go With What And That Sort Of Thing. Hope You're Having A Glorious Weekend! Sending You Some Love And A Lit'l Georgia Sunshine, Terri

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  49. UnknownSeptember 3, 2011 at 11:23 AM

    Never been a big fan of Steampunk but I certainly love these pieces!

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