Friday, February 13, 2015

love...a new DT announcement!

Happy Valentine's Day to all who celebrate! I am honored and thrilled to share that I've been invited to join the wildly talented and creative ColourArte DT!!! Please be sure to visit the ColourArte blog for complete details and to see the list of talented ladies. In case you are not familiar with the fantastic line up of ColourArte products, please be sure to visit the ColourArte on-line Store.
In celebration of Valentine's Day, I altered a paper mache heart shaped box for my dear husband Scott then filled it with a couple of his favorite sweet treats :) 
After collaging the container with tissue wrap paper, I added lots of texture using a gel medium along with a stencil and a variety of metal trinkets:
Once dry, I randomly applied the following beautiful ColourArte Silks Acrylic Glazes: SLK-129 Black Ice, SLK-140 Bolivian Blue, SLK-143 Boysenberry, SLK-109 Honey Amber and SLK-104 Emperor's Gold. I used a Tim Holtz Small Talk sticker for the sentiment.
For color inspiration, I joined along with the current Waffle Flower Challenge:
Many thanks for stopping by! Please be sure to visit ColourArte blog for complete details and to see the list of talented ladies on the DT.
Be Sweet ;)
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44 comments:

  1. Sue Marrazzo Fine ArtFebruary 13, 2015 at 10:26 PM

    'CONGRATS to YOU!
    What a SWEET piece = )

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  2. Lynette JacobsFebruary 13, 2015 at 10:39 PM

    Congratulations on the new DT spot. Your valentines gift to your love is beyond gorgeous. Love all the hardware and the texture xx

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  3. Helen WallaceFebruary 13, 2015 at 10:41 PM

    How gorgeous Mona. Congrats on the new DT. I don't know this company, so I'm off to have a look :D

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  4. PamFebruary 13, 2015 at 10:42 PM

    Congratulations! I love this beautiful altered piece.

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  5. GabbyFebruary 14, 2015 at 12:21 AM

    CONGRATS on your new DT gig! They have some amazing products and I can't wait to see what you create with them. GREAT altered box! Terrific design and what fab finishes. Only thing is ... I hope you can fit into it ... you know ... as the #1 of Scott's favorites? Heehee. HAPPY VALENTINE's DAY, Mona! Thanks for all the love you share with us in your art! Gabby

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  6. Ros CrawfordFebruary 14, 2015 at 2:58 AM

    Many congrats!! Beautiful box for Scott!

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  7. SamraFebruary 14, 2015 at 6:09 AM

    Big congrats on your Designer spot at ColourArte! The box you made is beautiful! Love all those little gears and tiny pipes! I am sure your husband will love it!! Happy Valentine's day! Enjoy your weekend :)

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  8. Patty O'MalleyFebruary 14, 2015 at 7:00 AM

    This box is fantastic, Mona! Perfect for your husband! Happy Valentine's Day and congratulations on your new design team!

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  9. TraceyFebruary 14, 2015 at 7:47 AM

    Congrats on the new DT Mona! They're lucky to have you! Your box is gorgeous!!

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  10. PamelliaFebruary 14, 2015 at 8:11 AM

    Congratulations Mona!! They are just so completely lucky to have you on their team, what an inspiration you will be! Gorgeous project, love how you have combined steampunk and elegance...amazing! Best wishes to you on this next leg of your crafty adventure! big hugs :)

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  11. UnknownFebruary 14, 2015 at 8:33 AM

    Congrats to you Mona.. This Box is over the top Gorgeous. The detail is amazing my friend. Happy Valentines Day..

    Hugs~

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  12. Lisa EltonFebruary 14, 2015 at 9:34 AM

    HUGE congrats Mona, so happy for you!! Great altered box for Scott! Happy Valentine's Day!

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  13. Leigh PennerFebruary 14, 2015 at 9:45 AM

    Oh, this is so cool! Congratulations!

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  14. Sherrie K.February 14, 2015 at 10:31 AM

    Congrats to the new DT Mona! How exciting:) Your altered box is gorgeous!!! So many fun elements and fabulous texture! Your hubby will love it!
    Happy Valentine's Day!
    Sherrie K

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  15. Sue Lelli February 14, 2015 at 11:36 AM

    CONGRATS, Mona! What a FANTASTIC project to announce your new DT gig! LOVE the elements and those Pretty paints! Scott, I'm sure, loved this! Happy Valentines Day, Mona!

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  16. Kathy BradleyFebruary 14, 2015 at 11:50 AM

    Mona,
    Congratulations on the new DT. Your art will be a wonderful asset to their talented team. And, this heart you've created is absolutely gorgeous - the colors and embellies are perfect. Thanks for sharing - and again congrats!!!

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  17. AndrejaLFebruary 14, 2015 at 11:56 AM

    ooo Mona, Congratulations on the new DT. Your valentines heart is gorgeous. I like all details you made :-))
    Hugs, Andreja

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  18. Gale EvansFebruary 14, 2015 at 12:31 PM

    Big congratulations, Mona! They are so lucky to have you! This project is amazing and shows why you are in such demand! Thanks for the inspiration! Scott is so lucky!

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  19. GinaBFebruary 14, 2015 at 12:38 PM

    OMG, this is stunning! Love this wonderful techinque and the beautiful colors! Congrats on your new DT position!

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  20. LisaFebruary 14, 2015 at 12:43 PM

    Congratulations on your new DT, Mona!! So deserved!! Your work is always amazing and so inspirational!! I love this gorgeous box!! The texture and colors are so beautiful!! I love all of the metal trinkets you used!! Your hubby will love it!! Congrats again and happy Valentine's Day!!

    Lisa
    A Mermaid's Crafts

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  21. stampingbowdFebruary 14, 2015 at 1:15 PM

    Mona, this is beautiful! The colors and texture are gorgeous. CONGRATS on being part of the new team. ColourArte is new to me so I will go check them out! HAPPY Valentine's Day!!

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  22. Susan LankfordFebruary 14, 2015 at 2:05 PM

    Very cool box and Congratulations on your new DT position!

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  23. Julia AstonFebruary 14, 2015 at 5:32 PM

    Congratulations on your new DT Mona! What a wonderful heart box you created - love all the layers and fun pieces on this! I'm sure Scott will love it! Happy Valentine's Day!

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  24. DawnllFebruary 14, 2015 at 6:00 PM

    Congratulations Mona! You will be a fabulous member to share projects... Happy Valentine Day

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  25. Cornelia (fun stamping)February 14, 2015 at 8:52 PM

    Wow, that box is amazing - a work of love!

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  26. Scrap all'Alba - by SilvanaFebruary 15, 2015 at 1:14 AM

    fantastic !!!!

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  27. Val-BelleFebruary 15, 2015 at 5:52 AM

    Congratulations Mona.... You will be a fabulous addition to the team I am going to check it out now. Love the Valentines box that you created it is gorgeous and I am sure your hubby was delighted. Love the colours and all the cog type stuff you added... Just stunning.

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  28. Marjan February 15, 2015 at 6:36 AM

    No wonder you were invited to become a DT! Love your work and this box is stunning! Love all the yummy details!

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  29. Lucinde | LucilightFebruary 15, 2015 at 7:42 AM

    Congratulations!! Love the colors you used here :)

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  30. AnonymousFebruary 15, 2015 at 9:24 AM

    Congratulations, Mona! So well deserved... can't wait to see your creations! Happy Valentine's Day! Your altered heart box is just gorgeous!

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  31. DebbiFebruary 15, 2015 at 12:40 PM

    Absolutely stunning gift box! I'm sure Scott loved it! Wow, those paints are incredible in your talented hands! Thanks for sharing!

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  32. DebbiFebruary 15, 2015 at 12:42 PM

    Oh, I forgot to congratulate you on your new design team position! I bet they are thrilled to have you!

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  33. DaviFebruary 15, 2015 at 7:00 PM

    Love love the box Mona!! You did a fab job with the colors and textures. Lots of fun elements for a perfect box for your sweetie! Congrats on your new team assignment, you will be an awesome asset :)

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  34. Kathy G.February 15, 2015 at 8:53 PM

    Congratulations Mona. This box is gorgeous. I love your use of Silks. Can't wait to see more....

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  35. Cheryl W.February 15, 2015 at 9:14 PM

    Congratulations, Mona! I know you will be a valued member of the ColourArte DT. All your creations--including the one in this post--are amazing! Thanks for making the world a more beautiful place!

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  36. talkis23February 15, 2015 at 10:14 PM

    Super work. Dt. Extremely deserved. Happy to be part of the team with you.

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  37. GretaFebruary 15, 2015 at 11:26 PM

    How could they not pick you?! You're perfect for that team--big congrats, Mona! Bet Scott loved his Valentine heart & goodies--beautiful choice of colors & elements!

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  38. Isabel JettFebruary 17, 2015 at 12:16 PM

    So beautiful! Congratulations! They are lucky have you! You are so talented! Scott is lucky too to receive such a beautiful work of art! TFS!

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  39. Petra SwartFebruary 17, 2015 at 1:37 PM

    Congrats at the new DT spot, Mona!!! Love the beautiful heart shaped box for your DH, Mona!!! TFS.

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  40. Tessa WiseFebruary 18, 2015 at 6:56 PM

    Very pretty!!

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  41. ShellyFebruary 19, 2015 at 3:10 PM

    Congrats on the DT! This is soooo awesome! I'm sure your husband loved it! ;) Thanks for joining us at the Waffle Flower Photo Challenge!

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  42. Carol McCreadyFebruary 24, 2015 at 10:41 AM

    Congratulations. Love the heart container.

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  43. UnknownFebruary 26, 2015 at 1:44 AM

    Congratulations on your new DT spot! Wonderful news! The heart is beautiful! X

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  44. UnknownMarch 4, 2015 at 2:29 PM

    Oh, how cool is this! How on Earth did I miss this one? Perfect! :)

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