I finished this fabric collage book about a week ago and was very pleased with the results.
The special lace jabot and delicate rhinestone pin were just the finishing touches to adorn the front cover.
I thought this delicate doily was a perfect accent for the cover too!
This is the entire book cover with the front and back image.
I love the little bit of a pout that is present in this darling face.
Another shot of the lace at an angle…
A side view showing the many pages within the book…
I love the pale pink calico against this collage image…it makes her rosy cheeks pop out even more…
The sweet little one on the right reminds me a bit of Shirley Temple because her face is just too darn cute!
More lace, and a few beads…
I added a few pocket pages so one could journal or tuck in special mementos…
Little bits of antique silk remnants were gathered up to form a ruffle…
I love the expression and the hit of pink in the photo…
Such a fancy hat for a pretty little girl…
A side view of the book…
I have been preparing to share my “wee” studio space with the upcoming event “Where Bloggers Create” on July 12th.
I am currently scrambling to get things ready for this awesome event…and hope you will join the fun too!
It’s beautiful, Nancy!! I love it!!
Dear Nancy, you are a fantastic artist- and this lace book is a stunning proofe of that.
Such beautiful pages ,with tha awsome images, the many layers of lace and lovely fabrics, and your sweet adds of pearls and buttons- what a treasure for you to exibit in your home!!
I am not in the“Where Bloggers Create” on July 12th. but will surely visit you and your creative space my dear Friend!!
Hugs,Dorthe
No “whispering” here… LOVE LOVE LOVE! I just adore your creativity and use of lace. Everything you create is like the best eye candy in the world and I look forward to seeing all of your beauties.
Thank you for your lovely comment on my sister’s card on my blog.
The stamped image is a thistle and it comes from a set called Big & Wild Things by a company called Gel-a-tins – http://www.gelatinstamps.com
I fell in love with them as they are quite large.
Nancy, I’m not surprised you’re pleased with this book, it’s absolutely gorgeous. Sweet images, vintage lace and buttons… sigh…….
Hope you’re well and now recovered.
Chris xx
You gave me some wonderful moments, by sharing this. I needed the uplift. I love all the little images. But the laces are to die for.
What a beautiful book. It makes my heart sing! The laces that you used are just stunning! XO Sue
This is so gorgeous Nancy, and inspiring!
This is my all time favorite (so far). It’s just perfection.
Hello Nancy,
Beautiful lace fabric book! I love that jabot too, it is perfect there. This is really a lovely creation of romantic pages. Each page wonderful!
I look forward to seeing your WWC post.
Don’t do too much : )
Hugs,
Terri
Your title intrigues me. Then I see the gorgeous images and laces and fabrics and understand the title. Such gorgeous pages in your journal. Love the pockets for notes and special ephemera. Blissfully Breathtaking Dear…
Dear Nancy what a delightfully beautiful little lacebook. I just love the cover with the pretty jabot all gathered up there and embellished with that rhinestone pin. Each page is a delight with those very pretty images. You really have put in such a lot of work – I just happen to know this!
Mostly I love your cover – it’s gorgeous! Where do you find such beautiful doilies and lace?
Hugs to you,
Hope you are feeling so much better lately!
Suzy
Your book looks so romantic, dear Nancy! Absolutely wonderful piece!
Hugs,
Viola
Absolutely gorgeous,dear Nancy.Have a wonderful week.
Hugs,
Marie
Wow Nancy, this is beautiful and I want to run my fingers over all the sweet stitches, lace and buttons!!!! Just fabulous fabric! :)
Good luck with revealing your studio in the event. How fun!
Sending hugs for this summer!
xoxoxoxoxo
Hugs,Patti
Beautiful book I would love to start one is yours all fabric or is it fabric stuck to paper could you tell me how you get the pages to stay together thank you so much regards AnnieB
Hi Annie, thank you for your kind comments. the book is hand and machine stitched so the pages stay together from the spine of fabric being sewn together.