Notebook Thirteen

I know two posts from me in as many days might be a bit of a shock. I wanted to increase the number of blog posts. I am not keeping up this year with other years. Also I have this week's notebook. I have used some of the work I prepared when I made the postcard for Emma last June. It is 3" x 2" and has cartridge paper pages. The inside cover has been lined with vintage Laura Ashley fabric.





I have made some collage cards using my own silk paper and machined strips of fabric paper over the top.



Then I wanted to tell you about something that I spent some time; making last week. A shoe. When CPS arrived I thought this time I really must try and make something. There were some wonderful mixed media shoes by Gail Walker. It all started with buying a large plastic Easter egg so that I could make the toes of the shoes out of paper mache. These are cut from a portion of half of the paper mache egg shape. I used a serviette to cover the toe cap. I decided to use some commercial paper for the sides so that I could work on the basic construction. Basic it is not, it takes a lot of care and time. I lined the insole with green gingham fabric and used a vintage stamp, where one would normally find the makers name. I really enjoyed making the shoe and will try being more creative with the nest one.




Wishing you all a happy weekend.