This weeks theme at Gothic Arches is “Snow”…and we have had our share already this season. Today they are calling for 4-8 inches…winter came early in Michigan.
I created two arches for the challenge because I wasn’t crazy about my first.
Sometimes I invision one thing and it comes out totally different.
Arch #1 – I traced the vintage photo in the shape of an arch, added vintage distress ink to the edges. Stamps are from “Hero Arts”, and added vellum snowflakes.
Arch #2 – I used snowflake stamps from Sugar Lump Studios which were embossed in white, glitter swirls were also added, old sheet music and vintage photo. White sparkling ribbon, buttons and a “S” chipboard letter.
I really like them both, Nancy.
(I also like your Christmas background and header on your blog!)
Very pretty! Love how you did the snowflakes and the arch shaped pictures!
beautiful arches!! love them both!
Beautiful collages Nancy. Have a nice time.
Both are gorgeous!
I love them both ! They convey… calmnesse !
So lovely…Love how you did the arch inside the arch…and your music today was fantastic.
Both of these are just gorgeous! Love the penwork!
Wow this is so gorgeous !!!
what a lovely girls.
Both are so incredible!!!
Great very great arches!!
OMG these are awesome.
Wnderful arches. Love them.
Both your arches are just gorgeous. Love them!
Both arches Nancy are outstanding just so very gorgeous!
Very nice!! We haven't had ANY accumulation here yet. It has snowed a little bit off and on, but nothing worth noting. The areas south of us have been slammed, though.
Both are so beautiful!
Nancy – these are both gorgeous!!!!!!!! Love your Christmas pic with Santa! :) Marva
I love Arch #1 for its simplicity and the clarity of the image. It's wonderful. Arch #2 is softer and lovely as well. Your talent shines through in everything you do!
Nancy, these are both wonderful and they work as a pair, I think. The colors you've selected are so vintage and I quite enjoy the ephemera you've placed in each. Thanks so much for the opportunity to hostess. All this snow must be working is magic…our forecast is now calling for snow this afternoon and tonight! :) Happy Holidays!
Gorgeous arches -I love those images beautiful
Both so beautiful
I love them both Nancy! Just stunning work!
Gorgeous arches!
Oh Nancy, I love them both!! They are just beautiful.
Gorgeous arches, Nancy.
Hello Nancy
So nice to meet you for the first time. Its been a pleasure looking over your blog.
I just adore your work it is so lovely.
Sondra
These are stunning – can't stop looking at them. Beautiful!!
Both arches are truly beautiful, Nancy, how I wish for a white Christmas!!
JudyNZ
Your arches are lovely, really makes it feel like Christmas!
Luv your "new" blog header too.
Nancy these are both gorgeous pieces, but I truly love the one on top. Such a beautiful elegant warm feeling to it!
Beautiful arches Nancy.
I really Love both of your snow arches Nancy! They have a softness and tenderness about them, really pretty! We have not had snow here in VA…yet. I do Love it when it comes :)
Both arches are gorgeous, Nancy, but I love the one on the bottom specially, such a lovely vintage image!
I think they are both beautiful! But I know exactly how you feel — I do the same thing.
Double WOW, Nancy!! These are beautiful! I have to say I love the holiday look on your blog! Sure brightened my spirits!
Two wonderful arches Nancy… I don't have a favourite because they are both so beautiful :D
We haven't had much snow yet but I'm sure it won't be long before we are knee deep in the stuff…lol
hugs
Chris xx
WOW!! They are both beautiful.
I love them both. Amazing and exquisite. So much work involved but for a wonderful result.
These are gorgeous!
So very pretty – hope that big surprise comes through for you, I'm saying lots of prayers for that to happen :)
What a wonderful arches both Nancy! Love them
Oh my word!! I can't comment on your snow photo at the top but it is beautiful Nancy… For a second I thought it was your house and you were showing us how pretty the snow looked around it :D
Sending you prayers for whatever it is you are hoping for and there is an invite for you to join me at the Oscars on my blog if you get time…lol
hugs
Chris xx
Hi Nancy…I am late getting to view your gorgeous arches…they are so beautiful. I was not able to enter as my brother passed away and I had to leave for British Columbia and was away for awhile. Your art is awesome, as always. Hugs, Gayle
They are gorgeous!