Todays page was inspired by the central “postcard” size image. I had the bit of leaves running up one side and the teal color. It got my mind working. As usual I began pulling out pieces that I thought might work on a page.
I happened to have some cutoffs of scrapbook paper that I felt would coordinate really well. I cut a piece of scrap paper the appropriate size for the journal I am using to hold all of my loose leaf style journal pages. It happens to be the same one I used last year.
I love working loose leaf style because then I am not limited by the book I am creating within. However, that can create a whole different challenge and spark more creative energy.
I’ve always loved teal and yellow together so this Tim Holtz rose fit the bill. At this point, I added the lace down the edge and felt as if I was done. I even started taking photos for this post. Then as I looked at it more…something was missing.
I brought the page to my sewing machine to add a bit more texture which I loved…and that inspired me to add the bit of fabric salvage and buttons. Finally, I was happy with my page.
I hope you stop by Art Journal Journey and check out the other participants pages for my theme of Botanicals this month.
A romantic, beautifully designed journal page! I love the buttons!
I also really like the bird and nest theme!
Have a good weekend!Hugs Elke (Lebensglück)
Boy teal and yellow work so well together. It reminds me of a muted down Swedish flag color. Your page is gorgeous Halle, and the yellow rose is perfect! (Yellow roses are such a wonderful colored rose, much better than red-grin.) And your ringed journal page is great too. Did you draw all of the + signs or stamp them? They’re all perfectly sized so it’s hard to tell. And I’m with you, I really prefer loose pages to create on, but I do find them a bit harder to store. Happy weekend. hugs-Erika
And unlike me, you CAN sew a straight edge. This is an unusual entry, and I love how you added so many disparate bits that all fit so well together. A very charming entry for your theme at AJJ, dear friend.
Beautiful page, Halle! Perfect for your theme at Art Journal Journey.
Hugs,
Mia
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