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Hi friends, sharing a box I recycled and altered using simple mixed media techniques.The
Taj Mahal is such a beautiful monument and universal symbol of love that I think it's only fitting I use this box for memorabilia !
Here is the toy packaging box I altered by giving a nice coating of
gesso and decoupaging a
DCWV Mariposa paper onto it leaving a white border all around.
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| Box Recycling |
Used a
Taj Mahal Stencil I had picked up from the local market way back in 2011 and featured in one of my early Tutorials :
Stencil Art Tutorial and in this
Taj Mahal Pop Up Card
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Used a wonderful
black embossing paste from
Dreamweaver and spread a thick uniform layer over the stencil taped in place over the DCWV mariposa pattern paper
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Tip : Do not scrape off excess embossing paste while the stencil is taped on your project but do so only after lifting it off and placing it on another surface.
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You get a nice crisp embossing even with the rather thin delicate Taj Mahal stencil that I used [ This stencil is made of rather flimsy material and I think this may very well be its last crafty outing!]
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Once the central design is dry, use a contrasting white texture paste to stencil patterns on the corners of the box. I used a gorgeous
Carabelle Studio Geometry stencil .
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Love the beautiful texture the stencilled pattern gave to the already beautiful paper.
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And here is the closeup of the lovely stencilled Taj Mahal.
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| Mixed Media Box |
And here is the side profile of the box showing the stencilling with borders made using paper flowers,die cut leaves, crystal flowers[ the same ones I used in the
Crystal Flower bouquet Tutorial ] and a few pearls and sequins.
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| Mixed Media Box |
My altered box is rather simple but then something as beautiful as the Taj Mahal needs few embellishments!
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| Mixed Media Box |
I hope you liked my simple Mixed Media Box...do tell me how it is
Supplies : Almost everything is from Crafters Corner
Stencils :Carabelle Studio Geometry, Taj Mahal Stencil
Dreamweaver's Matt Black Embossing Paste
Dies : Creative Expressions Sue Wilson Faux Quilled Leaves ,Cheery Lynn Rose Leaf Strip,Heartfelt Creations Botanical Wings die and stamp
Awesome altered box Sonia!! I love the way you did the Taj Mahal in the dark raised and framed with the pretty swirled white corners! It turned out beautiful :)
ReplyDeleteThis is absolutely stunning, Sonia!! The Taj Mahal looks amazing!! (I hope you can get a few more uses out of that beautiful stencil!!) The swirls on the corners and the flowers are gorgeous!! I love, love this!! So fabulous my friend!! Have a great day!! Big hugs :)
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A Mermaid's Crafts
Wow, gorgeous box! I love your tutorial to:) Great job and beautiful details!
ReplyDeleteSherrie K
Love it Sonia!Love all the elements - beautiful colour combo.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Bev x
very beautiful Sonia,love the pretty blue and white .....no pink this time :) and the blue flowers are gorgeous, handmade ??love the perfect stenciling !!
ReplyDeleteHehe yeah no pink this time .The blue flowers are from Raja Market Bangalore...made of lovely fabric!
DeleteWunderschön liebe Sonia
ReplyDeleteglg Gertrude
Wonderful Sonia! Yes the Taj Mahal looks beautiful.
ReplyDeleteWOW Sindhu so nice of you to drop in!!
DeleteSo beautiful is your Taj Mahal, Dr Sonia! Great tutorial and those corners just pop up fabulously!
ReplyDeletexxx Margreet
Fabulous Sonia..makes me want to go and find empty or empty full boxes and cover them..this technique would make the boxes stronger too wouldn't it..love the decorative corners and wonderful stencil of the Taj Mahal..
ReplyDeleteLuv CHRISSYxx
WOW WOW WOW, what wonderful stencilling, this is so very beautiful. Love the corners and the Taj Mahal
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This is gorgeous Sonia, beautiful blues and great dimension.
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Wonderful altered box! My hubby went to visit the Taj Mahal whilst on a business trip many years ago but it was shut :D! It's a shame the stencil has had it's last outing as it is a lovely stencil. Debra x
ReplyDeleteFab recycling and so beautiful box with your stencil and the pretty flowers! The Taj Mahal looks great!!
ReplyDeleteWow, it is so elegant, love the coloures and the beautiful desigin!!
ReplyDeleteThank you for youre coments ♥
♥Hugs Valentina♥
this is so nice!
ReplyDeletehave a great day!
hugs
i love the beauty of this elegant piece :)
ReplyDeleteYour stenciling is absolutely awesome, Dr.Sonia and what a great makeover. Truly amazing :)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful box Sonia. Excellent recycle idea and a great tutorial. hugs :)
ReplyDeleteLove the texture on the Taj Mahal, an elegant design for your box.
ReplyDeleteJulie x
this is stunning makeover, thank you for all the tips about stenciling!
ReplyDeleteWOWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW!!!!!!!!! This looks amazing!!!!!!!! I love it!!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteStunning and love the tips about stenciling. I need more info about stenciling and learning from you.
ReplyDeleteStunning box and great tutorial Sonia..Loz
ReplyDeleteWonderful...
ReplyDeleteLove everything.
This is so gorgeous! Perfect sky blue background to the beautiful Taj Mahal! And the cluster of flowers and leaves diecuts looks amazing! Design with geometry stencil gave it a fabulous dreamy look! Love this project, so unique & different!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous project.
ReplyDeleteCool project and great tutorial! Thank you!
ReplyDeleteLovely box. I really like the texture on the building and the corners. hugs, Teresa
ReplyDeleteThis is extraordinary, my talented friend! The stencil work is stunning... I am beyond in love with texture paste and I am mesmerized by the sheer volume of it on your piece, especially as the focal point. Inspiring as always, in every facet of color and design. :o)
ReplyDeleteHugs and blessings,
Karen
Hi Sonia, I like this elegant creation so very much. Taj Mahal is one of the most beautiful monuments I have seen and I think the roses at the corners make it stand out even more. SUPER!
ReplyDeleteOh this is beautiful!! Makes the TAJ look amazing!!! :)
ReplyDeleteSuchi xx
Stunning & Beautiful! Very creative! I love it!!
ReplyDeleteHave a blessed day,
Migdalia
Crafting With Creative M
Just stunning. Cara x
ReplyDeleteBeautiful project and love the finished box and tutorial, hugs, Lori m
ReplyDeleteSuch a wonderful tutorial for recycling a box to feature the Taj Mahal! Sonia, it's beautiful! Hugs, de
ReplyDeleteSo amazing to see how a box could be turned into something so magical as this pretty object. What a lovely way to show off the wonderfully beautiful silhouette of this design, and I hope you can find another stencil like this to replace the one, if you must discard it. The dark texture of the silhouette is impressive against the blue background. Love the subtle wave pattern stencils in the corners, with those gorgeous blue flowers. Just so luscious. TFS & Have a great week.
ReplyDeleteThis is lovely!! Love the Taj Mahal stenciling!!
ReplyDeleteThis is so beautiful Sonia...Love the colors and stencil...
ReplyDeleteone word: amazing :-D
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