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Art by Nancy Maxwell James

{Altered Books & Journals}

February 20, 2011


I had some fun over the weekend playing with my Bind it All and also altering a few vintage books. The covers on the first journal are 7 Gypsies…but they fit well in the BIA. The books came from a local antique mall and I added bits of pattern paper, Paper Whimsy images and rustic embellishments. Happy Sunday! :)

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About Sugar Lump Studios

I am a dabbler. I love to create using all sorts of mediums...pattern papers, stamping, fabric, assemblage, collage, altered art, a never ending smattering of whatever strikes my fancy in whimsical moments. I find creating allows my soul to be fulfilled and love to spend hours in the studio.

Comments

  1. In the Light of the Moon

    February 20, 2011 at 2:45 pm

    These are soooo Lovely Nancy..I love playing with my binder too…hehhheee..we mixed media artist find joy in the wierdest things dont we..hehhheee..Big Hugs,Cat

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  2. Barb

    February 20, 2011 at 2:55 pm

    Hi Nancy,
    Happy Sunday afternoon to you. Ü Your altered books and journals are sensational! Luv the "pouting" face on the first two images and the key and button accents.
    Barb in Texas

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  3. scrappyjacky

    February 20, 2011 at 3:41 pm

    These are wonderful,Nancy….and what a great expression on the face of the top 2 girls [or is it the same girl??].
    I must think about making altered notebooks as presents.

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  4. Jen Crossley

    February 20, 2011 at 3:53 pm

    These are too die for just so beautiful

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  5. joy

    February 20, 2011 at 4:47 pm

    What sweet little pages you have created – love these, Nancy!

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  6. Nancy

    February 20, 2011 at 5:22 pm

    Love these……the pouty faces on the first two are so adorable…..Great job, Nancy

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  7. Marlynn

    February 20, 2011 at 6:17 pm

    All are such cuties! Love them, much more "dainty" than my steampunk boy I played with today on a little altered book. WOW – we both have had such fun this weekend.

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  8. Shirley

    February 20, 2011 at 6:27 pm

    These are beautiful..Love the pouting face on the little girl..I love how you bring these images to life.
    ~Shirley

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  9. A Vintage Chic

    February 20, 2011 at 6:28 pm

    These are just gorgeous, Nancy! Love your style, my friend!

    Julie

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  10. Louise (KardKrazy)

    February 20, 2011 at 6:50 pm

    Love what you are doing with the Vintage books. Hope you are feeling better, too!

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  11. sonya

    February 20, 2011 at 7:02 pm

    Hi Nancy,
    I just love these journals, Nancy! They are fantastic! I want one of those Bind It All things! Dang it all! LOL!
    Come enter my giveaway! I hope you are feeling better.
    Hugs,
    Sonya

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  12. valenbergia

    February 20, 2011 at 8:05 pm

    Nancy, so beautiful!)))

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  13. Marie Lost Bird Studio

    February 20, 2011 at 9:47 pm

    Hi Nancy,
    these are just so beautiful!!!
    Love them.
    Have a great week.
    Hugs,
    Marie

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  14. Willy's creations

    February 20, 2011 at 11:47 pm

    They are beautful Nancy.

    Hugs,Willy

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  15. Sylvie :)

    February 21, 2011 at 12:02 am

    Wonderful books Nancy ! beautiful colors and design as usual ! have a great day !

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  16. Femmy

    February 21, 2011 at 12:30 am

    these are all gorgeous nancy!!

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  17. Janny

    February 21, 2011 at 7:04 am

    So beautiful and different, love their colours!

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  18. Halle

    February 21, 2011 at 7:32 am

    Beautiful!

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  19. Dorthe

    February 21, 2011 at 12:03 pm

    Dear Nancy,
    so wonderfull, what you can make with the binder- I would love one myself—and all 4 pieces are so sweet and lovely- your style is alwayes so very beautifull!
    Nancy I hope all is well? and wishes you a lovely evening.
    Hugs from Dorthe

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  20. Martina2801

    February 21, 2011 at 1:19 pm

    Nancy, what can I say again but WOW!!!
    Your pieces are always sooo beautiful and these are just wonderful eye candy:-) BRAVO my friend!

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  21. Annar

    February 21, 2011 at 2:13 pm

    These are just so gorgeous !

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  22. Netty

    February 21, 2011 at 5:49 pm

    Hi Nancy, loving your Gothic Arch below and the gorgeous books you've made, loving them all. Annette x

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  23. Shar

    February 21, 2011 at 7:33 pm

    Love this series! Beautiful! Loving the pop of the butterflies and how it ties in to all the great ephemera!

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  24. debsea

    February 21, 2011 at 9:12 pm

    i love these, and what a wonderful pout that little gal has going on! there's some serious attitude! now i'm intrigued by the "bind it all" – i haven't seen that tool yet….

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  25. Feathers and Flight

    February 21, 2011 at 9:50 pm

    Hello There!
    These are Gorgeous Nancy! I just LOVE your Work! You have such a Elegant Vintage Look!
    My Wish for you is that Spring is Just Around the Corner! Its time isn't it!
    Have a Wonderful Monday almost Tuesday!
    Hugs
    Jill

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  26. Marilyn Rock

    February 22, 2011 at 4:17 am

    Oh Nancy! These are so beautiful. All of your touches and details just make your gorgeous art so special!

    Winter is not over for us here; we're in for more snow and cold! It just seems like spring will never come – hope things are okay there and you're doing well. xxoo

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  27. Lorraine @ creativedaily

    February 22, 2011 at 7:51 am

    These turned out really nice Nancy!

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  28. Jann

    February 22, 2011 at 3:10 pm

    Oh, these are all so very beautiful, Nancy!

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  29. Jules

    February 22, 2011 at 3:52 pm

    Your art is lovely and rich. Thank you so much for the inspiration and the nice words on my blog.

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  30. Micki

    February 22, 2011 at 3:57 pm

    Lovely Nancy…I love it! I use the BIA too and love it. I was excited today, as the Vagabond arrived in the UK, so I ordered it from QVC UK, and it will arrive in Ireland in a few days.
    Micki

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  31. Rein

    February 22, 2011 at 11:52 pm

    These are so beautiful!

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  32. Sandy

    February 23, 2011 at 1:55 am

    Oh Nancy your work is the best.
    So wonderful new pieces with PW.
    I love them all. Brilliant.

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  33. QueenBe

    February 23, 2011 at 6:37 am

    Love the ones you created with the 7 Gypsies book covers. I need to drag my BIA out and have some fun with it. It's been too long!

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  34. stampdiva

    February 23, 2011 at 11:41 am

    Nancy, more adorables from you. I hoarde journals so these completely appeal to me.
    Just too cute.
    Wishes.
    Lynne

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  35. Carolyn

    February 24, 2011 at 8:27 pm

    All are absolutely lovely, but I am smitten with #48!

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  36. Lynn Stevens

    March 3, 2011 at 8:42 am

    How precious, each and every piece!
    Love those butterfles and the keys, and the buttons, the old book covers, I guess I just LOVE it all!!

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  37. Sarah Schwerin

    March 3, 2011 at 1:52 pm

    Gorgeous pieces once again Nancy! LOVE that rusty key!!

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  38. LynnF

    March 14, 2011 at 8:58 pm

    Simply beautiful!

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