Sunday, January 31, 2010

Bits & Pieces

Sadie at Lollishops is having a Bits & Pieces Challenge. How could I resist when the theme is Valentines, and I get to use bits and pieces? Part of the fun is finding bits and pieces at thrift stores, flea markets, rummage sales, online auctions and stores, and in your own home.
 
On a regular painter's canvas, I used a few different paint techniques, as well an eiffel tower stamp.  I really like the shimmery silver.

I was in a girly girl mood and chose vibrant colors of fuschia and pink, with an accent of black.  Perfect for a girl's room.   

I incorporated glass glitter, flocked paper, rhinestones, a velvet flower,  silver heart, velvet ribbon, and vintage jewelry into this collage.



It's not A Bit of Heaven without sparkle, and I have to tell you, I have hoarded a lot of  admired vintage jewelry through the years. The flower bouquet pin was part of my collection for about 2 years. After I went through a 12 step program realized how beautiful it would look on this collage,  I was glad to give it up. I added it to this flocked heart. It does look fabulous:) 


Blessings, Ele

27 comments:

Julie Ann said...

Ohh- it's Fabulous!! Such a sweet pink adventure! I love the vintage jewelry you've added- I just might have to go through that same 12 step program!

vivian said...

HI Ele. love your bits and pieces collage! I always get all this inspiration out here in blogland.. then I have to get up and go to work in the morning! darn! now Im already wishing I could stay home and play!
have a great week!
vivian

Connie said...

Woohoo, those are adorable, sugar! I love the bright pinks.
xoxo,
Connie

Bunny said...

Well you sure did a fabulous job and it looks amazing love the vintage jewelery too. I am sure that many of us with our hobbies need a 12 step program now and then lol.

Stephanie ~ Angelic Accents said...

Oh, Ele! Your blingy bits and pieces are soooo up my alley! I LOVE it LOTS!!!!

Hugs,
Stephanie
Angelic Accents

Pink Feather Paradise said...

Its beautiful, what a fabulous idea...thank you so much for inspiring and sharing...

x Alex

Floss said...

That really is lovely, Ele. Everything comes together beautifully.

Maija said...

Just gorgeous, Ele!!!!

The Tablescaper said...

Oh so pretty and creative.

- The Tablescaper

Caleen said...

I love your bits and pieces collage. So pretty. Love the vibrant colors.. Happy February.. XOXOX

Draffin Bears said...

Hi Ele,

Fabulous, I love this piece, all the pinks and the little frock is just gorgeous.

Hugs
Carolyn

♥Frann♥ said...

A gяєαт ѕυииу tuesday ƒσя υ dear ♥

Unknown said...

Oh Ele...THIS is what I mean! You are just talented in the bits and pieces department, I don't know If I could come up with these darling ideas. Your creativity abounds my dear!
This reminds me of a piece of art I have of yours with Pumpkins..which I absolutely love.
Cute, Cute, Cute!

Hugs and Love...Lorena

Kai said...

I do NOT know how you make such tiny things into such big beauty! I love this! Like you, I am insane about vintage jewelry! You have used your lovely pieces in a way that REALLY compliments the collage!

One Gal's Trash said...

It's like an explosion of pink and polka dots...Fabulous! Thanks for stopping by.
xo
Pam

karlascottage.typepad.com said...

That pleated skirt is just wonderful! What a cute touch.

~*~ saskia ~*~ said...

Your sweet artworks are so beautiful. Give me much inspiration for the upcoming birthdays of my both daughters!! Thank you so so much.

Really love your posts. From now on I follow you registered ;)

Have a lovely day!
Saskia

~*~ saskia ~*~ said...

Your sweet artworks are so beautiful. Give me much inspiration for the upcoming birthdays of my both daughters!! Thank you so so much.

Really love your posts. From now on I follow you registered ;)

Have a lovely day!
Saskia

Such a Wondrous Place this Faery Space said...

Valentine perfection! Gorgeous! Blessings.

Jessi Nagy said...

Hey doll,
eekk this is fabulous!!
loveing your blog banner and background.
gorgeous.
have a great week
xooxox,
Jessi

Suze said...

Ele,
So so pretty.
I especially love your last picturel...gorgeous brooch!
hugs,
Suze

Jennifer Hayslip said...

Gorgeous Ele! I so wish I had time to participate! I adore the little dress form! Darling! XO,Jenn

Jennifer said...

Ele this is just beautiful.I bet H loves it.Hugs,Jen

Cate said...

This is just too amazing!!!

Wolfe's den said...

That has to be the most beautiful collage I have ever seen!!!
I love all the pink and all the detail put into it!!!
Jenn~

maryboys said...

i love it:)

mary

vickie said...

Ele! These are fantastic!!!