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February 5, 2019 By admin

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 ๐Ÿ™‚

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 ๐Ÿ˜‰

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 GLASSย 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. ๐Ÿ™‚

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

Next up, ย I added a combo of two different collage papers. ย 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 ๐Ÿ˜‰

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 ๐Ÿ˜‰

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,ย 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. ย I added Picket Fence Distress Crayon to the Story Stick thenย 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, ย Vagabond 2

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

Tim Holtz/Tonic-ย 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,

 

Filed Under: 2019 Idea-ology, 2019 Sizzix, Assemblage, Blog, Blog Hop, Creativation 2019, Idea-ology, Sizzix Chapter 2, Stampers Anonymous, Tim Holtz, Vignettes Tagged With: Alcohol Ink, Blog, Blog Hop, Crackle Texture Paste, Distress Crayons, Distress Ink, Heat Embossing, Idea-ology, Sizzix, Stampers Anonymous, Tim Holtz, Vintage Embellishments

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Comments

  1. Gina Goodling says

    February 5, 2019 at 10:06 AM

    Such exquisite detailing in your design work! Such love from the past!

  2. Anita Houston says

    February 5, 2019 at 10:07 AM

    All that texture and grunge is fantabulous! This is a stunner!!!

  3. butterfly says

    February 5, 2019 at 10:28 AM

    Such a fantastic tiny shadow box full of romance and nostalgia. Lovely work with all those fabulous Idea-ology bits and bobs.
    Alison x

  4. Ginger says

    February 5, 2019 at 10:33 AM

    Love, love, love this. Iโ€™ve been looking for ideas in the trinket tin. Thanks!

  5. Debbi says

    February 5, 2019 at 10:42 AM

    I love the use of the new frame die, I can’t wait!!!

  6. Nancy says

    February 5, 2019 at 10:43 AM

    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. Phoebe Pereda says

    February 5, 2019 at 10:49 AM

    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!

  8. Freddie Sleijpen says

    February 5, 2019 at 10:54 AM

    I am always so in awe of your talent! I am so lucky to call you my inspirational friend xox

  9. AliceM in OKC says

    February 5, 2019 at 11:07 AM

    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.

  10. Richele Christensen says

    February 5, 2019 at 11:08 AM

    Thank you for sharing your beautiful project Stacy. The details of your Trinket Tin are vintage perfection!

  11. Wendy Baysa says

    February 5, 2019 at 11:23 AM

    I absolutely LOVE everything about this glorious make, Stacy! Such attention to detail, while maintaining the soft feminine feel. Just AMAZING!!! ๐Ÿ™‚

  12. Tracy Evans says

    February 5, 2019 at 11:32 AM

    What a stunning piece. I adore the love letters wrapped with the heart and the adorable pincushion. Fantastic. Tracy โค๏ธโค๏ธ

  13. Sheila says

    February 5, 2019 at 11:38 AM

    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. barbara says

    February 5, 2019 at 11:39 AM

    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. Macarena says

    February 5, 2019 at 11:46 AM

    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!

  16. Sarah Dott says

    February 5, 2019 at 11:47 AM

    This piece is beyond amazing! One of my favorites! So much incredible detail.

  17. Pam says

    February 5, 2019 at 11:49 AM

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

  18. Sue says

    February 5, 2019 at 11:54 AM

    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 ๐Ÿ˜‰ I really like your work! Happy Tuesday.

  19. Suzanne says

    February 5, 2019 at 12:32 PM

    This is definately a Keepsake Companion!
    Love, love it!
    Everythingโ€™s perfect but I particularly love the little letters and thimble pin cushion!

  20. Amy Connor says

    February 5, 2019 at 12:39 PM

    I love how it is on a stand. Makes a great decoration

  21. Simona Rebecchi says

    February 5, 2019 at 12:43 PM

    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. Cindy F says

    February 5, 2019 at 12:46 PM

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

  23. Faith says

    February 5, 2019 at 12:48 PM

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

  24. joy meadows says

    February 5, 2019 at 12:49 PM

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

  25. Megan Swain says

    February 5, 2019 at 12:53 PM

    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. Anne R says

    February 5, 2019 at 12:56 PM

    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. Michelle Chmelar says

    February 5, 2019 at 1:12 PM

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

  28. Joanne says

    February 5, 2019 at 1:14 PM

    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. Denaha J Doss says

    February 5, 2019 at 1:19 PM

    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.

  30. Sylvia/LittleTreasures says

    February 5, 2019 at 1:23 PM

    Thanks for sharing this process. From start to finish this is an amazing project. A Little treasure for sure.

  31. Cheryl says

    February 5, 2019 at 1:24 PM

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

  32. H. Saveur says

    February 5, 2019 at 1:28 PM

    Stunning project!!
    love antiques..and you made it looking like that so well!

  33. Pamm Blanton says

    February 5, 2019 at 2:04 PM

    This is so, so amazing Stacy! You provide so much inspiration, I canโ€™t wait to try this!

  34. Teri Wilson says

    February 5, 2019 at 2:16 PM

    Another outstanding project! Love it!

  35. Lee Ann Parrish says

    February 5, 2019 at 2:18 PM

    This is so lovely! What a great tutorial.

  36. Emilia Sieradzan says

    February 5, 2019 at 2:19 PM

    I love your tin & pretty details! It is my fav project so far ๐Ÿ™‚ Thank you for sharing!

  37. Lori Roberson says

    February 5, 2019 at 2:32 PM

    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. Rosetta Jenkins says

    February 5, 2019 at 2:39 PM

    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. Deb Riddelll says

    February 5, 2019 at 2:56 PM

    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. Cindy says

    February 5, 2019 at 3:18 PM

    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. Sara Emily Barker says

    February 5, 2019 at 3:22 PM

    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!

  42. Desiree House says

    February 5, 2019 at 3:43 PM

    This is just outstanding. Soooo many details in one project!

  43. Beverly Sager says

    February 5, 2019 at 3:51 PM

    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!

  44. diana @ playing says

    February 5, 2019 at 4:02 PM

    That collage paper is doing some serious calling of my name.

  45. LIZ DAVIS says

    February 5, 2019 at 4:03 PM

    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.

  46. Kirsty Vittetoe says

    February 5, 2019 at 4:17 PM

    Oh how very beautiful! Love that texture and the new products!

  47. Kari says

    February 5, 2019 at 4:28 PM

    This is lovely!

  48. Phyllis Olson says

    February 5, 2019 at 4:43 PM

    Great project. So creative!

  49. vicki follett says

    February 5, 2019 at 4:43 PM

    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

  50. Beulah Bee says

    February 5, 2019 at 4:49 PM

    Such a clever, clever girl!!!

  51. Erica H says

    February 5, 2019 at 4:50 PM

    It’s beautiful! The color on those baubles is amazing.

  52. Rosalie Johnson says

    February 5, 2019 at 4:51 PM

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

  53. Kaz says

    February 5, 2019 at 4:51 PM

    Oh this is just lovely Stacy! I love all the details xx thank you so much for sharing x

  54. Theresa Petermann says

    February 5, 2019 at 5:08 PM

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

  55. Rosann Barnes says

    February 5, 2019 at 5:13 PM

    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. cindy says

    February 5, 2019 at 5:23 PM

    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.

  57. Reah says

    February 5, 2019 at 5:45 PM

    Love your project!

  58. kathy tucker says

    February 5, 2019 at 5:48 PM

    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. Gina S. says

    February 5, 2019 at 5:48 PM

    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!

  60. Cheryl says

    February 5, 2019 at 5:50 PM

    What a beautiful job you did creating this tin into a treasure!

  61. Kim Klinkovsky says

    February 5, 2019 at 5:53 PM

    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!

  62. Judy says

    February 5, 2019 at 6:00 PM

    Love the thoughtfulness of this. Adorable Assemblage Ahead (AAA).

  63. MaryJane Wilkins says

    February 5, 2019 at 6:04 PM

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

  64. Christina Sedor says

    February 5, 2019 at 6:33 PM

    I love how you took natural elements, like the hammer to create dents in the metal, and all the gorgeous details you added to your piece. So romantic xxx

  65. Jess says

    February 5, 2019 at 6:41 PM

    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.

  66. Judy Hodgerson says

    February 5, 2019 at 6:51 PM

    Oh my goodness, this is exquisite. Such intricate detail and beauty.

  67. Kathleen says

    February 5, 2019 at 7:27 PM

    Love this!!! The pin cushion and stick pins are marvelous. Thanks for sharing

  68. Lynn Milewski says

    February 5, 2019 at 7:32 PM

    You are such an inspiration! Thank you for sharing!

  69. Lisa says

    February 5, 2019 at 7:35 PM

    Thanks for such detailed explanation. I will be trying some of the techniques.

  70. Jennie says

    February 5, 2019 at 8:06 PM

    So vintage and so wonderful. Such imaginative use of all the products.

  71. K. East says

    February 5, 2019 at 8:15 PM

    So many details that make this such a special project…. Love can’t wait to try.

  72. Susie A. says

    February 5, 2019 at 8:17 PM

    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. Debbie Emmons says

    February 5, 2019 at 8:27 PM

    I always look forward to seeing what you create, you never disappoint. Iโ€™m in โ€œadornmentโ€ of this project.
    Debbie E

  74. Becky Smith says

    February 5, 2019 at 8:28 PM

    Wonderful tin full of treasures!

  75. Jo Kirkbright says

    February 5, 2019 at 8:31 PM

    So beautiful – again. The balance of elegance, chic & grunge in your art is simply amazing ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ˜

  76. Nancy Dempsey says

    February 5, 2019 at 9:23 PM

    I love this amazing little shadow box. Beautiful and romantic!

  77. Sherry T says

    February 5, 2019 at 9:25 PM

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

  78. Barb S says

    February 5, 2019 at 9:27 PM

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

  79. Bobbi Beech says

    February 5, 2019 at 9:29 PM

    This is just fabulous! Loved it when I saw it on Timโ€™s walk through of his booth. All of the detail is exquisite โค๏ธ Thanks for the inspiration.

  80. Mary Matthys says

    February 5, 2019 at 10:20 PM

    This is amazing! It would look so cool with my parents’ wedding photo!

  81. Sonja Woodward says

    February 5, 2019 at 10:59 PM

    I love your use of metal.

  82. Lisa Angel says

    February 5, 2019 at 11:19 PM

    So delicate and pretty

  83. Lisa H says

    February 5, 2019 at 11:31 PM

    oh grungy vintage goodness!! I love all the little details Stacy!

  84. Jen says

    February 5, 2019 at 11:47 PM

    Love the details and grunginess!

  85. Jen C says

    February 5, 2019 at 11:48 PM

    Love the details and grunginess!

  86. Tona says

    February 5, 2019 at 11:52 PM

    Oh wow, this is beyond fantastic! So much detail.

  87. Karen says

    February 6, 2019 at 12:07 AM

    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!

  88. Monika Gulyas says

    February 6, 2019 at 12:36 AM

    Fabulous vintage assemblage box!!! I love all the hidden treasures inside!!! I can’t wait for the new frame die!!!

  89. kathleen zweers-best says

    February 6, 2019 at 12:39 AM

    This is so cool!

  90. debbie says

    February 6, 2019 at 2:09 AM

    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. Cheryl Waters says

    February 6, 2019 at 2:29 AM

    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. Heather Smith says

    February 6, 2019 at 3:11 AM

    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.

  93. Christina H. Petersen says

    February 6, 2019 at 3:16 AM

    Such amazing details in this. I just love all of it!

  94. Zoe Taylor says

    February 6, 2019 at 4:23 AM

    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. Megan McDonald says

    February 6, 2019 at 4:34 AM

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

  96. Anne Dwyer says

    February 6, 2019 at 5:19 AM

    This s so elegant – just the right project for Feb 14! Thank you so much for sharing.

  97. Lynn stevens says

    February 6, 2019 at 6:51 AM

    Awesome collage art. Love it

  98. Louise Hodge says

    February 6, 2019 at 7:29 AM

    Beautiful, so vintage. Such talent and inspiration. Thanks for sharing so many fabulous techniques

  99. Roxanne L. Pafundi says

    February 6, 2019 at 7:46 AM

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

  100. Elly Booij says

    February 6, 2019 at 8:02 AM

    Beautiful creation. Love the details on the clear photoos.

  101. anneke de vries says

    February 6, 2019 at 8:31 AM

    So gorgeous and special, thanks for the tutorial Greetings Anneke

  102. Arianna Barbara says

    February 6, 2019 at 8:40 AM

    Wow! What a wonderful project!!! Thanks for sharing!!!

  103. Deenie says

    February 6, 2019 at 8:53 AM

    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!

  104. Jenny Shepherd says

    February 6, 2019 at 8:55 AM

    Nostalgic and beautiful – wow xxx

  105. Dee Earnshaw says

    February 6, 2019 at 9:52 AM

    wow what incredible creativity on this piece of art – you are amazing!!!!

  106. Linda L Agers says

    February 6, 2019 at 10:30 AM

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

  107. Pรถydรคn kulmalla nรคpertelijรค says

    February 6, 2019 at 10:58 AM

    Such a sweet project! Love it!

  108. Helen Jastrab says

    February 6, 2019 at 11:17 AM

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

  109. Mary Holshouser says

    February 6, 2019 at 11:29 AM

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

  110. Carrol Scanlan says

    February 6, 2019 at 11:34 AM

    Wow!!! What a fantastic project. Thanks for sharing.

  111. kath stewart says

    February 6, 2019 at 11:36 AM

    wow a million times over, so much beautiful detail and texture and I do love the picture of the hammer and all those glorious dents,hugs kath xxx

  112. Stefi says

    February 6, 2019 at 12:23 PM

    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. Yvonne says

    February 6, 2019 at 12:28 PM

    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. Jennifer Durand says

    February 6, 2019 at 12:36 PM

    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!

  115. Becky Partan says

    February 6, 2019 at 1:30 PM

    This is so beautiful. Thanks for sharing.

  116. KimC says

    February 6, 2019 at 1:47 PM

    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. Deb J says

    February 6, 2019 at 2:05 PM

    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.

  118. Holly H. says

    February 6, 2019 at 2:25 PM

    I hope that picture was your family. They look so happy. Lovely creation.

  119. Suzette says

    February 6, 2019 at 2:29 PM

    This piece is fascinating! I love every part of this!

  120. Rhonda H says

    February 6, 2019 at 2:37 PM

    Such a sweet vignette in the little tin. I like that you put in on a stand in a tray.

  121. Noreen says

    February 6, 2019 at 2:41 PM

    A lovely shadow box, and I love all the intriguing bits and pieces you added.

  122. Debbie Walter says

    February 6, 2019 at 2:54 PM

    What a beautiful project. I love all the details. So much to see.

  123. Amanda says

    February 6, 2019 at 3:15 PM

    A really gorgeous treasurable piece, Stacy with a lovely vintage appeal . tfs x

  124. Cindy says

    February 6, 2019 at 3:29 PM

    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!!

  125. Sharron Moerke says

    February 6, 2019 at 3:38 PM

    Wow! Wow! Wow! What a beautiful project! Such a lovely piece! I am truly impressed!

  126. Julia Aston says

    February 6, 2019 at 3:38 PM

    what a lovely romantic vignette you created inside your square tin!

  127. christine Kaminski says

    February 6, 2019 at 3:46 PM

    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!

  128. Diana says

    February 6, 2019 at 3:49 PM

    Love the little packet of letters in the vignette and all the yummy crackle paint!

  129. Tiffany Hopkins says

    February 6, 2019 at 4:29 PM

    Love this project!

  130. Darlene Fellows says

    February 6, 2019 at 5:00 PM

    You definitely put your heart in this in so many ways! Love this. ๐Ÿ™‚

  131. Elaina Friend says

    February 6, 2019 at 5:04 PM

    A romantic Valentine, so endearing

  132. Jeanne Beam says

    February 6, 2019 at 5:42 PM

    What a fantastic piece of artwork. Love the tin!
    Thanks so much for sharing…

  133. Theresa Bush says

    February 6, 2019 at 5:49 PM

    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.

  134. Peggy Joyce says

    February 6, 2019 at 6:09 PM

    What an amazing amount of work….and so appreciate the up close pics of assembly.

  135. Deborah Cox says

    February 6, 2019 at 6:17 PM

    A.maz.ing! Great idea for the tins!

  136. Bobbi Smith says

    February 6, 2019 at 6:29 PM

    Love all the texture and grunge, great project Stacy!

  137. Pat Holcomb aka The Ink Tinkerer says

    February 6, 2019 at 6:36 PM

    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. Eydie says

    February 6, 2019 at 7:23 PM

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

  139. Monika.Buzsy says

    February 6, 2019 at 8:04 PM

    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. Janetta Z. says

    February 6, 2019 at 8:09 PM

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

  141. Joey Barnes says

    February 6, 2019 at 8:21 PM

    This is great! I love the texturing.

  142. Barbara says

    February 6, 2019 at 8:25 PM

    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. Miriam Prantner says

    February 6, 2019 at 8:36 PM

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

  144. Diane says

    February 6, 2019 at 8:45 PM

    Love all the details. Thanks for making it look easy to make

  145. Kathryn Rasure says

    February 6, 2019 at 8:46 PM

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

  146. Amanda Fredregill says

    February 6, 2019 at 9:07 PM

    Over the top project. Loved every bit of it! Thanks for the inspiration!!

  147. Bridget Haig says

    February 6, 2019 at 9:51 PM

    what a clever repurposing, love your work

  148. Ann b says

    February 6, 2019 at 10:04 PM

    Stacy I have been a fan of your amazing work for a long time and I donโ€™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, itโ€™s just so beautiful. Youโ€™re such an inspiration. Thank you for sharing

  149. Gretchen McDowell says

    February 6, 2019 at 11:03 PM

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

  150. Gail D says

    February 7, 2019 at 12:17 AM

    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. AMY MB says

    February 7, 2019 at 1:06 AM

    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. Rox Boyce says

    February 7, 2019 at 3:11 AM

    Stacy your vintage tin is so inspirational โ™ฅ๏ธโ™ฅ๏ธโ™ฅ๏ธโ™ฅ๏ธโ™ฅ๏ธ. 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. Melanie Perz says

    February 7, 2019 at 3:17 AM

    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!

  154. Marie-Christine Denis says

    February 7, 2019 at 7:07 AM

    love this vintage project, well done!

  155. Vickie says

    February 7, 2019 at 10:19 AM

    I love, love, love this!

  156. Josee says

    February 7, 2019 at 10:42 AM

    So much texture and layers. Beautiful work as usual!

  157. Ginger Jarnagin says

    February 7, 2019 at 11:06 AM

    I love all the little details in this project like the thimble as a pin cushion.

  158. Amy Blevins says

    February 7, 2019 at 12:10 PM

    I almost forgot to comment… so excited about the shipping links included !!! Running … needs crackle and alcohol inks. ๐Ÿ™‚

  159. Nancy says

    February 7, 2019 at 12:36 PM

    Fantastically gorgeous!

  160. MargieH says

    February 7, 2019 at 12:41 PM

    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

  161. Amanda Fergusson says

    February 7, 2019 at 12:43 PM

    Such a beautiful trinket tin!

  162. Georgeanna Couldry says

    February 7, 2019 at 1:39 PM

    Love what you did with this tin.

  163. Henriรซtte says

    February 7, 2019 at 1:50 PM

    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. Jan says

    February 7, 2019 at 3:15 PM

    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!

  165. Jane C says

    February 7, 2019 at 3:38 PM

    Such a great use of the tin, fabulous project.

  166. April W. says

    February 7, 2019 at 4:25 PM

    Such a lovely project with so many wonderful details! Love it!

  167. Susanne says

    February 7, 2019 at 4:40 PM

    What an amazing piece of art! So many details and the textures are fabulous! Love it!

  168. Michele says

    February 7, 2019 at 4:47 PM

    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. Gail M Hill says

    February 7, 2019 at 5:18 PM

    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. Helena Cuttino says

    February 7, 2019 at 6:47 PM

    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. MEGAN decker says

    February 7, 2019 at 7:26 PM

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

  172. Sylwia says

    February 7, 2019 at 8:06 PM

    Gorgeous ๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ˜

  173. Tammy L Davis says

    February 7, 2019 at 8:41 PM

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

  174. Mary McAvoy says

    February 7, 2019 at 8:57 PM

    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. Conniecrafter says

    February 7, 2019 at 10:44 PM

    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. Rachel says

    February 7, 2019 at 10:46 PM

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

  177. Susan Viley says

    February 7, 2019 at 11:34 PM

    Your project is beautiful. Thank you for the inspiration!

  178. Dana M says

    February 8, 2019 at 2:46 AM

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

  179. Floriana says

    February 8, 2019 at 3:14 AM

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

  180. Wendy Lambert says

    February 8, 2019 at 8:22 AM

    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.

  181. Tracey M says

    February 8, 2019 at 9:16 AM

    Texture and grunge & lovely soft tones. Oh my!

  182. Twylia says

    February 8, 2019 at 10:59 AM

    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. Cassie's Creations says

    February 8, 2019 at 12:09 PM

    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. Nadine says

    February 8, 2019 at 12:31 PM

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

  185. faith thomas says

    February 8, 2019 at 3:38 PM

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

  186. Pam says

    February 8, 2019 at 3:40 PM

    All the little steps – like adding paint, ink, crayon or hammering dents – make this project exquisite !

  187. Pam says

    February 8, 2019 at 4:02 PM

    I love all the little bits & bobs … so many little treasures to look at. Lovely !!

  188. Susan O'Halloran says

    February 8, 2019 at 6:18 PM

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

  189. Rena Sawatski says

    February 8, 2019 at 6:36 PM

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

  190. Marisela Delgado says

    February 8, 2019 at 6:37 PM

    Great project!

  191. Judy says

    February 8, 2019 at 11:12 PM

    I love your project.

  192. Helen S. says

    February 9, 2019 at 12:12 AM

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

  193. Tracey Bantoft says

    February 9, 2019 at 2:20 AM

    I love, love, love your project and it makes me want to have a go at an altered tin (I havenโ€™t been brave enough before). So many awesome techniques with a great tutorial. Thank you for sharing.

  194. Mel Roberts-Hareld says

    February 9, 2019 at 10:18 AM

    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! Iโ€™m still not certain where Iโ€™m going with it, just yet, but what FUN! Thank you for your super direction…I just adore this!

  195. Janettha says

    February 9, 2019 at 11:57 AM

    An amazing project.

  196. Kimberly Piwowarczyk says

    February 9, 2019 at 6:42 PM

    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!

  197. Barbara says

    February 9, 2019 at 7:29 PM

    Great project. Thanks for sharing!

  198. Connie says

    February 9, 2019 at 9:39 PM

    Hi Stacy ๐Ÿ™‚ What a gorgeous vignette you’ve created! Love. Love. Love the details….all that yumminess ๐Ÿ™‚ Thanks for sharing it with us!

  199. Katina H says

    February 9, 2019 at 9:40 PM

    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!

  200. Maxine Hodges says

    February 9, 2019 at 10:48 PM

    The viignette box looks so great, but it has many steps and products. Really beautiful

  201. Mitzi Wallace says

    February 9, 2019 at 11:45 PM

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

  202. Angela L. says

    February 14, 2019 at 11:06 PM

    Gorgeous! Love all the details you added, very vintage!

  203. Lora says

    February 17, 2019 at 7:37 AM

    another beautiful work!

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