Sunday, May 15, 2011

Wonder

Have been taking alot of walks lately based on the beautiful weather here in Jersey. I usually bring my camera, but didn't have it when two huge tom turkeys ran across my path last week! LOL. I always have loved the beauty of mother nature, that's why I use lots of flowers, shells, birds and general natural themes. My tag today reminds me of a "vintage" woodland scene. This tag is for Grungy Monday 6  sponsored by the lovely Linda at Studio L3. The technique is based on Tim Holtz's 12 Day of Christmas 2007 Day 8. Come on over and join the fun. I am also submitting it to a new challenge site for me,  Paperminutes #165 Wings.

 I did the weathered wood technique with whatever color, Ranger acrylic dabbers I had and I do like how it came out! I stamped on some background ferns, which didnt come out so well, then added some corner stickers and insect stickers. I had a detailed plaque with flowers that I layered with an Artchix Studio transparent fairy image. I added the word "wonder", then some pen details, copper ink edges and a pretty velvet ribbon to finish this creation.
Hope your week is full of the wonder of nature.
yours truly, gerri
"Wonder"

"Wonder details"

45 comments:

  1. Great tag Gerri. I like the way the ferns are a bit smudgy, they really merge with the background, ool effect! Valerie

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  2. Very effective and oh so pretty, Gerri. Donna

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  3. Dear Gerri
    I have to say that this is astonishing. Oh my word, I love this so much.
    Wishes
    Lynne

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  4. This is beautiful gerri,looks so old and antique.
    Hugs, Amy

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  5. Hi Geri, This s such a pretty tag. Your background looks great and the little fiary is adorable. Love the vintage feel.

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  6. Dear Gerri

    Your art is GORGEOUS - I'm so delighted to discover your beautiful blog!

    I am a new follower and I'd love for you to join me at Create With Joy!

    Ramona
    http://create-with-joy.com

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  7. I love the tag Gerri! I think we have a lot in common...I LOVE being in the woods and on the water (which is why we gave up the city life and moved to our vacation home). I hear the turkeys gobbling and the peepers peeping and my heart feels at home. Good luck with the Challenges!

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  8. Beautiful, Gerri! It definitely evokes the beautiful, quiet woodlands of the Northeast... I miss them!!!

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  9. Wow Gerri, this is gorgeous. This really looks like wood too! I love the ferns, they look weathered and aged, a lucky mistake for you! ~Diane

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  10. Geri the tag gorgeous. Gloria M

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  11. This is a great tag Geri. Just gorgeous.

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  12. just so lovely in every way - the fcae, flowers, sentiment - great effect on your background!
    Sarah at 35 on GM

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  13. What a beautiful tag. All the items just seem to blend together so nicely. It is well worth all the work that I am sure you put into it.

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  14. Geri, this is really a beautiful piece of art! Thanks for sharing it with the rest of us>

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  15. Just beautiful!!! It certainly refreshingly reminds me of a walk in the midst of nature!!!

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  16. Wonderful tag- love the background and all of the embellishments work so nicely together- love the subtle colors and the transparent fairy.

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  17. Beautiful details. I wonder what the little winged girl is thinking?

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  18. Loving your beautifully designed tag Gerri, so soft and muted. Missed you at the Paint Party this weekend. Annette x

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  19. Beautiful! Love the soft colours and the composition.

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  20. Lovely tag! She's so sweet!

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  21. Wow what a fantastic tag!
    Unbelievable background.

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  22. This reminds me of the story book - The Secret Garden! beautiful tag and love the background (bluish color).

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  23. your tag is gorgeous Gerri!

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  24. This is simply stunning! So very pretty!

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  25. What a beautiful and intricate card. I love the details and the overall efect of the swirls, and the technqies used. A very rich composition I think.

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  26. Just beautiful- love all the details :-)

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  27. Hi Gerri, It's because of cards like this that I'm sending you a BFB Award. Go to my blog to collect it http://cardartart.blogspot.com/2011/05/best-friend-blogger-award-yahoo.html
    Thanks for the inspiration :)

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  28. Just beautiful Gerri - love all the detail and the soft colours!

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  29. Gerri - This is a beautiful tag. The details are wonderful

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  30. Wow, this turned out wonderful. Your little beaded berries are a perfect touch.

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  31. Gerri, the details really make this piece. I love the copper you added too. You have the cutest images. This was perfect for your "wonder" theme.

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  32. Gerri, this is a PERFECT little woodland scene! What a gorgeous tag. The faux woodgrain is perfect for this sweet little fairy girl, and the botanical accents are lovely. "Wonder" is definitely the right word-- it's wondrous!

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  33. This is just gorgeous. I love every little detail. xx

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  34. Lovely. The fairy image was just right.

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  35. Beautiful! Love the wood technique and all those soft delicate floral layers.

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  36. Perfection ! these really creates a lovely scene, so may little intricate details resulting in a perfect piece of art.

    Marie

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  37. Really pretty - keep walking in those woods!

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  38. Oh Gerri, this is just breathtaking!

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