MAGPIE'S MUMBLINGS

A blog about my interests, which include fabric landscapes and various and assorted other artsy pursuits and sometimes known to contain mumblings of a random nature.

Monday, February 06, 2023

A Finish!

Over the weekend I finished working on the landscape and must admit I'm glad I was working on a snow scene inside where it's nice and warm!  


FOR SALE!

 This photo, courtesy of Michael Trueman and used with his kind permission, was my inspiration...

Thank you Michael!

The finished landscape measures approx. 30x24" and includes applique, paint, coloured pencil, machine stitching and embroidery.  There's also lots of sparkle on the trees and the snow but unfortunately that doesn't pick up in the photos.

- I thought THIS was intriguing, but I'd like to see if there's a way to create it without glueing directly to the bowl.  I think hot glue would make too much bulk too so I'd be tempted to go the watered down white glue route and just wait out the drying time.  Perhaps cover the bowl with plastic wrap prior to adding the strips too.

- THIS is one of those 'awwww' things - so pretty!

- Since you peeked at the 'awww' thing, how about you go back with a cuppa and have a look through her printables and other tutorials HERE.  

- Have a look through the gallery of THIS incredible artist!

Here is your quote of the day..."Your degree is just a piece of paper.  Your education is seen in your behavior"



38 comments:

  1. Your snowy landscape is just really beautiful--lovely work on this one...I like how things stretch out over the borders...
    hugs, julierose

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    1. Thank you Julierose! I had fun making it, for sure.

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  2. The landscape is your best yet! It's lovely.

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  3. Stunning quilting!

    Aleene's Tacky glue (gold plastic bottle) works better than a plain white glue and hot glue.
    I have a piece over 15 years old. The Tacky glue pieces never pop off.

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    1. I have Aleene's Tacky glue and use it for many things. I don't think I even have regular white glue in my stash.

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  4. It turned out beautiful! Those shingles on the front of the building are incredible!

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  5. Your artwork is absolutely lovely.

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  6. Such a talented lady. Love this scene.

    The bowl idea is interesting, but like you I think I would go with diluted white glue. I have seen the snippet idea before, I am not sure which of the people I follow did it. Probably Poppypatchwork or Crochet by the Sea or perhaps one of the Australian bloggers I follow.

    God bless.

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    1. Snippet rolls were, I think, a 'thing' a number of years ago, and now they seem to be enjoying a resurgence. If you look in my sidebar for 'snippet roll' I think there's a couple posts about the one I made back then.

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  7. Anonymous10:10 PM

    What a beautiful winter scene you have created. You are an amazing artist. Hilltop Post

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    1. Aww thank you, means a lot coming from you when I think you make such amazing dolls!!

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    2. Beautiful - and yay for a finish! I rarely get to say that though it's definitely my own doing. You've made something wonderful, a beautiful interpretation and I love the winter trees.

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    3. Yay for a finish indeed! Although now I'm at loose ends until I fully decide on my next project. Think I'll work on something that's been nagging at me for far too long.

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  8. It is so beautiful, thank-you for sharing your beautiful work with us.
    Thank-you for the links.

    Catherine

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    1. Thank you Catherine! And I'm glad you enjoy the links.

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  9. Anonymous11:16 AM

    Sherry of createology: MA Dear this landscape is beautiful and truly represents the photo. I hope it finds a good home very soon. I hope you and Resident Chef are keeping toasty warm.

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    1. I hope it finds a good home too, but for now it's residing on my sewing room wall.
      It's a lot warmer today than it was over the weekend - thankfully!

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  10. The texture on the cabin in your newest finished art work is spot on.

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    1. Thanks Joy! I like how it turned out.

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  11. Absolutely beautiful MA! Your work is the definition of "superb."

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    1. My work comes a whole lot easier when I have great subject matter to work from (thank you!!)

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  12. It's absolutely fabulous Mary Anne! My favourite to date! Hugs Christine xx

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    1. Funny you should say that - it seems that every one I do is my favourite to date. Thanks!

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  13. Wow, what a result! I think you just get better and better with each creation!

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    1. awww - thank you Quinn! I have fun with what I do and I guess that's what counts.

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  14. I’m going to try (yet again) to leave a comment because I love this finish so much! It’s my new favorite (just as all the others have been). (ReCAPTCHA has been giving me fits for a month or more!)

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    1. This comment came through Cathy - I have comment moderation turned on so don't forget it might take me awhile to get to approving comments. Glad you like the landscape!

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  15. It's beautiful, Mary Anne! I keep looking back and forth between the pictures, and I'm just amazed how the quilted cabin looks so perfectly like the photographed one. Definitely a favorite.

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    1. Thank you Becki! It seems to be a favourite of many people.

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  16. Anonymous8:39 PM

    The landscape is beautiful! Thanks for sharing.

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    1. Thank you for commenting and your kind words.

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  17. Your snow landscape is breathtaking, Mary Anne! It is amazing how true to the photograph it is. Just sublime!!

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  18. What a fantastic finish! A beautiful scene, if only we had some snow here!

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    1. Thank you! Right now I could send you a pile of snow because we're in the middle of a big storm. Sharing is good, right?

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