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Tim Holtz Blog Hop for Creativation 2019- With all my heart

Hello and Welcome!

I’m so happy you’re here… my name is Stacy and I was thrilled to have been asked to create for the Tim Holtz Creativation booths, such a HUGE honor…and I am so happy to be included in the Blog Hop today. Thank you so much, Richele, for hosting!

So here’s the scoop…visit EACH of the participating blogs and post a comment on EACH of their Creativation 2019 blog hop posts, all comments need to be posted before February 9th at midnight PST. Then on February 10th, Richele will post 3 winners!! It’s that easy!

Here’s the lineup and links…

Audrey Pettit

Bobbi Smith

Cathie Parreco

Cheiron Brandon

Debi Adams

Emma Williams

Jan Hobbins

Jennalee Anderson

Joy Kennedy

Kath Stewart

Mae Nazareth

Mou Saha

Paula Cheney

Richele Christensen

Stacy Hutchinson…that’s me 🙂

Tami Bastiaans

Vicki Evans

Zoe Hillman

I have a trinket tin vignette for you today that was on display in the Tim Holtz Idea-ology Booth at Creativation. Some of the new items featured in the tin are the new Photobooth pack, the Adornments Deco Frames and the Adornments Floral and one of my absolute new favorite items…the Thimbles!!! I could hardly contain myself when they got added into the regular idea-ology line after the holidays!

The Trinket Tins are another favorite that were added to the line last year. They work wonderful for storage, and as I did for this project, are perfect to make into a vignette… lots of possibilities. They already come distressed, but I took the extra step and dented it and added bits of crackle, which is something I’m slightly addicted to doing as of late 😉

I hope you enjoy!

So let’s get started!

I started out by removing the lid of the Trinket Tin and, with a hammer, began denting it.

NOTE: You’ll notice that I have my tin sitting on top of my GLASS Media Mat… this was for the photo purposes only, I dented the tin over on my wood table, please be sure to do this on a solid wood surface, not your glass Media Mat. 🙂

I painted the tin with a light coat of Dina Wakley Gesso both inside and out.

Next up,  I added a combo of two different collage papers.  The new Document Collage Paper along with one from last year entitled Floral. Mixing and matching the collage papers worked perfectly!! The papers were adhered with Distress Collage Matte Medium and a Distress Brush. I applied the collage medium to an area that I wanted the paper to go, then applied the paper and brushed the paper with collage medium again. I did this until the tin was covered both inside and outside.

The collage paper is awesome to use. You can pick an area on the paper that you want to use, then with a Detail Water Brush and water, outline the area and pull it apart, as shown in the photo below.

After the collage paper and medium were dry, I added some Ground Expresso Distress Crayon in some areas.

Then I applied some Clear Rock Candy Crackle Paint with my finger in a couple areas on the outside of the tin. Waited for it to dry, then with Mushroom Alcohol Ink, added ink to emphasize the crackle effect.

See, isn’t that wonderful?…YUM!! CRACKLE!!

Mushroom Alcohol Ink bleeds into the tiny cracks and really makes them pop! Although, in the photos, they’re difficult to see. I promise, it’s a yummy effect in real life 😉

Up next were the embellishments…

From my stash of vintage finds, I found some straight pins, bent the tops and adhered 2 of the Adornments Flowers to the top with Distress Collage Matte Medium and set them aside to dry.

I applied Picket Fence Distress Paint to all of my idea-ology adornments and let it dry. Then I applied Mushroom Alcohol Ink and Gold Mixative. Then a tiny bit of Walnut Stain Distress Paint applied with my finger and Ground Expresso Distress Crayon. I did this to the thimble, flowers, clip, Deco Frame, knob, Pen nib and Assemblage Heart Charm.

ahhh, a close up…vintage goodness! Excuse my hand…it’s dry, painted and inked 😉

the Photobooth photo…

I distressed the photo with a Sanding Grip and Paper Distresser

Then, blended it with Frayed Burlap Distress Ink and a tiny bit of Mushroom Alcohol Ink.

Using the new Sizzix Bigz Trinket Tin Frames (this will be available in April), I cut out a frame, out of Distress Watercolor Paper and embossed it with the Stampers Anonymous Batik (CMS327) background stamp and Gold Embossing Powder. The Frame was then blended with Frayed Burlap Distress Ink. Then I adhered it to a piece of chipboard that had been cut with the frame as well.

I gathered a couple small letters/envelopes from an Idea-ology Ephemera Snippits pack. Blended them with some distress ink and tied them together with string. I topped off the love letters with a Assemblage Heart Charm and an Idea-ology Pen Nib.

the baubles…

I dyed some Idea-ology Baubles with Mushroom Alcohol Ink to serve as filler in the bottom of the tin. I tossed the baubles inside a plastic dressing cup, dripped in some of the mushroom ink, snapped on the lid and shook the baubles around to coat them. Then I opened the lid and let them air dry before gluing them with-in the tin.

the tin base…

I painted a light coat of Dina Wakley Gesso onto a Vignette Finial. Applied a small amount of Crackle Texture Paste with my finger. Allowed it to dry and crackle then applied a small amount of Mushroom Alcohol Ink, Gold Mixative and Ground Expresso Distress Crayon into the cracked areas. This was also done to the Trinket Tin Lid. The lid was the perfect base for the finial and gave the piece more stability.

With a hammer and awl, I punched a hole into the top (for the knob) and back of the tin (for the clip). I adhered the frame to the top of the tin with collage medium and then added the knob.

The clip was added to the inside of the tin with a Fluted Fastener.

I added a small piece of vintage lace and cotton with-in the thimble to create a pin cushion. Then added some vintage straight pins along with the stick pins I created with the flowers.  I added Picket Fence Distress Crayon to the Story Stick then tied it onto the finial with some string.

I added all my elements into the tin and adhered them with collage medium.

I found the phrase “with all my heart” in the Idea-ology Clipping Stickers pack and adhered it to the photo.

With that, my vignette was complete.

Thank you so much for stopping by. Don’t forget to add a comment below and pop over to Tami’s beautiful blog next!

Have fun hopping today!

Creatively yours,

Stacy

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Gather Your Supplies-

Tim Holtz/ Idea-ology- Trinket Tins, Document and Floral Collage Papers, Photobooth, Adornments Deco Frames, Adornments Floral, Thimbles, Small Clips, Story Stick, Fluted Fasteners, Pen Nibs, Baubles, Mini Hardware (knob), Vignette Finial Set, Ephemera Pack Snippits, Clipping Stickers,

Tim Holtz/Assemblage – Hearts Link

Tim Holtz/Sizzix- Trinket Tin Frames Bigz Die,  Vagabond 2

Tim Holtz/Stampers Anonymous- Batik and Botanical (CMS327)

Tim Holtz/Tonic- Tonic Guillotine Paper Trimmer, Tonic Shears

Tim Holtz/Ranger- Mushroom Alcohol Ink, Gold Mixative, Dina Wakley White Gesso, Opaque Crackle Texture Paste, Clear Rock Candy Distress Paint, Gold Embossing Powder,

Distress Ink- Frayed Burlap Distress Ink

Distress Crayons- Picket Fence, Ground Expresso

Distress Paint-Picket Fence, Walnut Stain,

Distress Tools/Mediums- Distress Sprayer, Media Mat, Heat it Heat Tool, Blending Tools, Distress Collage Matte Medium, Distress Watercolor Paper, Detail Water brush, Embossing Gun, Sanding Grip, Paper Distresser,

Other- Vintage Straight Pins, String, Hammer, Awl,

 

Comments

  6. Oh, Stacy! The up close details of the project are magnificent! I love the treatment on the outside of the tin and the perfect color you achieved on all the adornments. I love the new Sizzix frame and have already added it as a must have to my wish list. All of the projects at Creativation were glorious and I love all the details provided in the blogs! Thanks for your inspiration!

  7. So adore this idea for mini vignettes. My favorite inspiration is how you used the vintage pins to create stems for the floral adornments. Bravo. As always beautifully done!

  9. First — your detailed step-by-step directions and photos are wonderful — thank you. Second — this is gorgeous and seriously vintage looking. I especially love the thimble pin cushion you created.

  11. I absolutely LOVE everything about this glorious make, Stacy! Such attention to detail, while maintaining the soft feminine feel. Just AMAZING!!! 🙂

  12. What a stunning piece. I adore the love letters wrapped with the heart and the adorable pincushion. Fantastic. Tracy ❤️❤️

  13. As always, soooooo lovely!!! Especially like that you used old and new products. Just wish I could get the crackle look like you get. Thanks for the continued inspiration!!

  14. There are no words to comment your project! i can only say: AMAZING! thanks for the steps and to be always so inspirational ! Barbara

  15. Oh girl, you’re getting dangerous with this heavy equipment involved, lol. Love everything of this tiny piece (as always!) and the way you thought about all the smallest details and applyuing crackles everywhere! This is such a lovely and romantic piece!

  17. Not only did you do an amazing job with the tin, but explaining so much detail too. Thank you!! I’m so excited to try my own version.

  18. Really nice piece. Love all the detail and yes, I too love the crackle! I would like to try something like this only put a real relative(s) inside 😉 I really like your work! Happy Tuesday.

  19. This is definately a Keepsake Companion!
    Love, love it!
    Everything’s perfect but I particularly love the little letters and thimble pin cushion!

  21. Stacy this vignette is an absolute masterpiece! So many details…so many techniques, so much vintage yummyness (I don’t know if it’s a word, but it should). Brava! Hugs. Simona

  22. Thanks for the great tips to decorate tins. I love to use them and always look for inspiration.
    Beautiful

  23. Beautiful treasure tin of memories! Awesome embellishments and attention to details, thank you for sharing your way of creating this Stacey.

  24. what a glorious creation, Stacy! love the details and the way you explained everything so perfectly.

  25. I am in such awe of this project and could never hope to have a fraction of your creativity. Thank you so much for sharing this as well as your techniques. This is just stunning.

  26. I can give you no greater compliment (I think!) than to say this looks like it have been taken out of an old worn trunk, it is so beautifully aged with the wonderful crackle, the colour tones and added ephemera. I am with you 100% on the fabulous thimbles, they are just THE perfect finishing touch on your fabulous project Stacy! Anne xx

  27. Wow, love the details…the baubles, the little bundle of love letters…just delightful!

  28. Stacey, you never cease to amaze me. You have become my all time favourite designer. You truly have a gift. Thank you for sharing.

  29. I love this SO much! It really looks like a treasured keepsake and it has inspired me to make something similar. Thank you for sharing your creativity.

  31. I am so inspired by your work! I hope to do something similar to this using my parents wedding photo.

  33. This is so, so amazing Stacy! You provide so much inspiration, I can’t wait to try this!

  36. I love your tin & pretty details! It is my fav project so far 🙂 Thank you for sharing!

  37. Wow! what a stunning piece! There is so much detail to this piece, I just kept seeing more and more that I loved about it! I love the mini vignettes. This is one of my favorites. Thank you for sharing and inspiring!!

  38. Time to get my crackle on. OMG! What a project! Excellent. You really put a lot in that tin. I just love the tins. I used to be a miniaturist many moons ago and appreciate a scene like this. TU so much for a thrilling adventure!

  39. Wow Stacy, this is fabulous, what an inspired idea to use the lid as a pedestal for your amazing shadow box! Adore the wonderful vintage finishes you’ve achieved and all the gorgeous elements you have layered inside. Thanks so much for sharing it, Deb xo

  40. I too have a stash of vintage finds from thrift stores, garage sales, etc. I live the idea of incorporating them in a vignette. You are an inspiration. Love your every detail!

  41. GASP! I don’t ever want to leave here! What you can do with these products is nothing short of a miracle, Stacy! Love it all to bits from the papered tin to the thimble filled with lovely little pins to the crackle. Oh, my what a fabulous vintage vignette! Be still, my heart!

  43. I so love a sweet vignette, and I’m such a sucker for a little tin – so this little beauty is a double-whammy for me!

  45. Such beautiful detail. I can’t wait to use the new deco frames on my projects. I love using the little tins also and adding the crackle put so much detail in it.

  49. How beautiful is this! as I was going through your great directions, I kept thinking in the back of my head – what a fabulous tribute this would be for any couple. thanks for the inspiration

  52. WOW = your attention to detail is awesome especially in such a small space. Love all your projects! Thank you for sharing!!Rose

  54. waiting for my goodies so I can make a project. love your step out. thanks as always for sharing.

  55. My, my, my, … EVERY detail is amazing in this trinket Tin… I pinned this for future reference … the inspiration is over the top!! Your technique for colorizing the adornments, frame, thimble OMG… oh and the baubles too <3

  56. Beautiful project, you are a master at creating a vintage feel to your art. My favorite things are the thimble and the frame on the top. Thank you for the concise instructions, you’re great at that too.

  58. When Tim and Paula showed this trinket box in the idea-ology video it did not do the project justice. The details are just amazing! I love the collage paper and the crackle! The pins you turned into flowers, the letters and, of course the bobbles! Just beautiful! (and I got the message – do not hammer on my glass craft mat )

  59. So cute and so well done! And Oh how I love that thimble pin cushion! This would make such a great gift for my Grandma! This project definitely has me inspired to play with the trinket tins and this trinket tin frame dies… can’t wait!

  61. Just darling! I love all the little details. I love the crackle. I love the use of the crayon. I love all the trinkets and those letters tied up, are precious. Just a wonderful project! Thanks for the inspiration!

  63. Such a beautiful project. I love everything about it! So many great details, my favorite of which is the cute little thimble pincushion!

  65. That frame die is totally on my to buy list(along with just about everything else). This is a gorgeous project. Your work is always impeccable.

  72. I remember having my little secret box to hold my treasures when I was little. Now I can create a new trinket box for my new-found treasures. Thank you for the inspiration and memories.

  73. I always look forward to seeing what you create, you never disappoint. I’m in “adornment” of this project.
    Debbie E

  75. So beautiful – again. The balance of elegance, chic & grunge in your art is simply amazing 🙏😍

  77. Such grungy goodness, and all the details…WOW!!! Another project I must try my hand at…love everything you make!

  78. The details are mind-blowing. Such a beautiful piece, I loved looking at every little bit. Thank you for sharing!

  79. This is just fabulous! Loved it when I saw it on Tim’s walk through of his booth. All of the detail is exquisite ❤️ Thanks for the inspiration.

  87. Such a stunning project!! All the elements and colors work together so well. Thanks for the inspiration and for sharing your amazing talent with us!

  90. the love letters will forever be a secret but what a story your vignette details. The thimble is reminiscent of being pinned. Lovely details!

  91. Absolutely love the grunginess and altered look of this project. It’s absolutely awesome. I even pinned it. Thanks so much for sharing. Incredible stuff.

  92. WOW, thank you so much for sharing this AMAZING piece. A true masterpiece with so much attention to detail paid with every step. From the adding of the stickpins to the backs of the flowers to the pure grunginess of little details.

  94. Love it … so much inspiration as I bounce around this blog hop. Love the thimble pin cushion. Just so many detail. First saw your work on IG.

  95. That thimble makes your project, I remembered it in the videos and so glad I got to see it in photos.

  99. Wonderful tutorial and project! I’d love to do this w/my parents old photos. This is really beautiful! TFS!

  103. Absolutely beautiful! Thank you for sharing. I’m so happy to learn of the new tin frame dies that are coming! Can’t wait! But this is truly about your beautiful art!

  106. I love this project. I really appreciate how well you photographed the details as you created. Beautiful.

  108. Your step by step directions are fantastic, I can’t wait to start on this project, thank you

  109. Fantastic decorative piece.
    The flowers around the outside are
    gorgeous. thanks for sharing
    txmlhl(at)yahoo(dot)com

  112. WOW, this would be perfect for Valentine’s day. I love this look so sweet and romantic, the crackle is really wonderful. Thank you for sharing so many beautiful images and for the tutorial that I really appreciated!

  113. Your creation is absolutely a wonderful work of art…..I can only imagine how many hours you worked on it. It truly is a “winner” in my book! It has inspired me to tackle a similar project to create. Thanks for sharing!

  114. You are one of my favorites – I’m a big fan! That thimble is darling. I love your distressing techniques on this piece. The use of rock candy paint and mushroom alcohol ink is fabulous! This piece has so many details that every time I look at it, I see something I hadn’t noticed before. Everything about it is great!

  116. I love every vintage piece of this project! Reminds me of the letters my future husband and I were sending back and forth before we got married. Thanks for sharing.

  117. I love this. I want to make one like this of my parents for my Mom. I even have the picture that will go well with it. Love it.

  124. THANK YOU STACY. I have an old picture of my dad (over 70 years old) that is not in the best of shape and I think this would be a PERFECT way to display a copy of the photo since others would think that it was supposed to look that way! Thank you for this inspiration and I can’t wait to get the supplies to make this!!

  127. I’m honestly more of a card maker but I really like this – so I need to do a little creative exploration and try some home decor ideas you ladies have shared with us!

  133. Your piece is just amazing. Truly a great piece of art. I love the color – the layout and how well everything goes together. I loved this the minute I saw Tim show it. Thank you for sharing. I’m going to have to get some collage paper now.

  137. You are an amazing storyteller with your art. I feel like I’ve read the memoire of the sweet couple in your lovely piece of nostalgic assemblage and know their life. This is truly a beautiful bit of artistry.

  138. I can only imagine what fun you had creating such a little treasure. Thanks for the inspiration.

  139. Fantastic altered tin! Love the dents (great reminder-not on the glass mat). The collage paper is so pretty in the background. Great textures, layers… crackles… a little bit of everything! Love it!

  140. Awesome! I love what you did with the trinket box especially denting it up! It turned out amazing. Thanks for sharing!

  142. This is absolutely darling, Stacy! It reminds me of old photos of my parents. And my mother used to make most of her clothes, so I may swipe your idea…

  143. I love your piece, and loved seeing all the step by step photos, it’s wonderful to see all the little details!

  145. Thank you for such detailed instructions and photos. It really helps me see the process. I love the sweet heritage theme.

  148. Stacy I have been a fan of your amazing work for a long time and I don’t even know how but it continues to get better with each and every piece. I love how you incorporate the new and the vintage items seemlessly and everywhere I look, it’s just so beautiful. You’re such an inspiration. Thank you for sharing

  149. Your work is always so beautiful. Great details. Thank you for sharing and inspiration.

  150. I love your use of the Collage Paper and the way you incorporate the bling-ey elements to balance the Vintage feel. You sure know how to pull it all together, Stacy. Just stunning!

  151. er mer gerd! I could eat up those photos. The project is so sweet but the details and how you did this are just delicious!

  152. Stacy your vintage tin is so inspirational ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️. Your attention to the little details is amazing, the patina and layering seriously perfect. Thanks for such a thoughtful tutorial that steps me through every step of the process and inspires me at every stage! Truly love and adore your work xxx

  153. I love this!! So right up my alley with all the distressing, crackling, aging, etc. etc.!! SO INSPIRED!! Reading through your tutorial has made me want to gather up my goodies and get going . …!!! Thank you so much for sharing!

  158. I almost forgot to comment… so excited about the shipping links included !!! Running … needs crackle and alcohol inks. 🙂

  160. What a fantastic project and so full of details = eye candy! That thimble – love how you designed it. So cute! Thank you for sharing this wonderful project <3

  163. Wow, what a great project, all the details, awesome! I love the collage paper and the crackles you put on different pieces of the project. I think this would be a great vignette for a wedding a anniversary using a picture of the happy couple. Thank you so much for sharing Stacy and for the tutorial how to make this awesome piece of art.

  164. Love your project, Stacy! This altered tin is spectacular! I think you got me more addicted to crackle, every time I would look at one of your creations! I seem to use it all the time now! Love how you altered your straight pins, so clever!

  168. Pure vintage goodness with amazing attention to detail! I particular love the fluted fastener to attach the clip – gorgeous! Thanks for sharing the steps to make this lovely project. I’m looking forward to so many of these supplies.

  169. When I look at your finished piece I want to know about the people in it. I realize they are from Tims line but the way you have them displayed makes them feel like family. I think it is the details that do it! Great job!

  170. You know I have been shying away from the trinket tin, but now that I see your work…I giving it a second glance. Very nice project, very detailed in a small tin.

  171. my parents are turning 80 this year – i might try to make something like this for them

  173. This is amazing! I have a perfect picture of my grandparents. I would love to do this!

  174. I love everything about this!! What a great idea to take apart the tin in this way and re-configure it!! I can’t wait for the new die in April for these. I also love the use of the crackle paste and I got some good tips on how to make the cracks show up better. Thanks for your great description and great project!

  175. I just love what you came up with here, it is great to see your process, I loved it when I saw it on the post and was so hoping you would share, Fantastic!

  176. Loved this project!!
    Thanks for all the step by step instructions!!
    Great examples of crackle!!
    Thanks for sharing!!!

  178. Gorgeous vignette – Wow! Incredible detail and I love the softness in your patterns and color palette.

  179. You gave at this box a beautiful new life! Love all the details and texture. Thank you for inspire me

  180. What a sweet box. I love the different elements of this. I really need to get the collage papers, they are so pretty. The creativity here is such an inspiration.

  182. I like your use of all the “found” items. I have so many different “found” items in my stash in my craft room and I haven’t taken the time to do any kind of collage work. You have inspired me! TFS!

  183. The details in this piece, such as the little letters with the heart and the thimble cushion, are just simply magnificent. Thank you so much for the time spent to create this piece. It’s a very beautiful and engaging piece of artwork.

  184. Beautiful! I love the details and the overall feel of the piece. Thank you for sharing your project!

  185. Love the vintage appeal of your project. Helps so much to see ideas for all the new products.

  188. What a sweet vignette! I love all of the yummy texture, layers, and details that you added!

  189. Wonderful romantic project. Love the way you have used so many of the products and so much detail

  192. Wonderfully nostalgic project! I’m old enough to have real pics of my parents with that vintage look.

  193. I love, love, love your project and it makes me want to have a go at an altered tin (I haven’t been brave enough before). So many awesome techniques with a great tutorial. Thank you for sharing.

  194. Oh, Stacy!!! I hope you knew, way before the Blog Hop came about, what a fan I am of your work! My goodness, my goodness…when I saw this I had to go straight to my craft room and start playing with the collage paper, right away! I’m still not certain where I’m going with it, just yet, but what FUN! Thank you for your super direction…I just adore this!

  196. I love every single detail about this project, from all the crackly goodness to the cute letter stack and everything in between.Thanks for sharing!

  198. Hi Stacy 🙂 What a gorgeous vignette you’ve created! Love. Love. Love the details….all that yumminess 🙂 Thanks for sharing it with us!

  199. Love all your “vintagey” goodness and how you distressed all the embellishments. The idea of using straight pins to attach the flowers is a great idea!

  201. Love the structure!!! So so clever!!
    And the details are precious!
    Love the way you did the back of the tin inside. Wonderful!

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