Time for another Alphabet Challenge and this time it's M for Men Only, so as long as its a masculine project, we would love to see it.
I made this little altered matchbox after seeing an article in CS a couple of months ago, and after buying this PaperArtsy 'Gentleman Social Butterfly' at a local craft show in June, my theme was decided and this was his little box of possessions.
His possessions, I stamped and clear embossed a pocket watch, he always likes to be on time, a ticket, or maybe I should have had two, because being 'sociable' he probably didn't go alone! The little bottles (stamped on acetate and coloured with alcohol markers and then shaped) - well they could be for a sly tipple or maybe his eau-de-cologne!
Of course, there's the pen nib, he may have to write a quick note!
I am entering this at:
Addicted to Stamps - Anything Goes
Cards 4 Guyz - Anything but a Card
Altered Eclectics - Anything Goes
Simon Says Wednesday challenge - Anything Goes
Miriam's Crafting Blog - Containers
Craft for the Craic - Use an item you have never used before(stamp)
Well, I hope you like my little box, I really enjoyed making this, I just need to light a lot of candles now, you see my little matchbox wasn't empty before I started!
Have a great weekend.
Avril xx
Wow! oh Wow! A perfect little project, so much detail, I love you explained the reason for each addition, a story in a matchbox. Thanks for joining in with us at Cardz 4 Guyz. We hope to see you again. Caz
ReplyDeletethis is so cool and stylish!
ReplyDeletehugs and kisses from germany, silvi xoxo
wow - it´s great - a fantastic box!
ReplyDeleteHi Avril! This is so cool! Beautifully designed! Have a nice weekend!
ReplyDeleteIngrid x
Brilliant Avril, great M for men make
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Amanda x
What a fabulous little keepsake! Great details for a make vintage design. One doesn't see those very often, for some reason, but I love this style!
ReplyDeleteSuch an awesome project! I love all of your details, and how each item has so much meaning!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for playing along with us at ATSM this week! Hope you'll come back again soon!
When art tells the story it adds another dimension to the piece which I always find so appealing.
ReplyDeleteYour social butterfly is beautiful and what a treat to open the box and discover that the story of his life continues.
Wishes
Lynne
Loved the story behind this fabulous project. Super details and images.
ReplyDeleteYvonne x
Great idea and so well done, love it Avril x
ReplyDeletewow, this is an awesome project! .So glad you played along with Simon Says Stamp Wednesday Challenge!
ReplyDeletesparkle & shine *~*
A really fabulous and stunning project Avril..... such wonderful detail!
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Christine x
This is fantastic! So much detail for such a tiny project! Just wonderful :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a great alteration Avril...love both the out- and inside of it!
ReplyDeleteHave a nice weekend, Alie :-)
Fabulous altered matchbox...Love the male theme fantastic images & great design... Love the pen-nip & butterflies...Hugs May x x
ReplyDeleteThis is absolutely gorgeous. Love it... Thank you for joining us this week over at Eclectic Ellapu. We hope to see you in future challenges.
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Oh my goodness are you on a roll or what! LOVE this so much Avril. At first it looked like a great male themed topper, but then you opened it to reveal so much more! Love the butterflies on the inside of the lid and that collection of stamped ephemera inside. Jenny x
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely little box the inside is just as perfect as the outside. ~Diane
ReplyDeleteHow very wonderful! I love fantasy stories and you have hit the jackpot with your creation! I think one of the bottles is for a little nip now and then. For all I know, he needs more than a little nip if he is a man about town!
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Sandy xx
Just stunning!! All your elements are amazing! Thanks so much for playing along at ATSM xx
ReplyDeleteHow cool is this ?! A great idea and a fabulous project.
ReplyDeleteIts a Lovely project. Loved the Butterflies the most..
ReplyDeleteWow - I absolutely love this, Avril! Brilliant masculine cover, cool image and the simple twine is perfect... and then inside it's just lovely. The butterflies and bottles are fabulous, and the whole vintage look is great.
ReplyDeleteAlison xx
Wow! What a fab little project ..... love all the detail. xx
ReplyDeleteVery cool project idea!
ReplyDeleteThanks for joining us over at Craft for the Craic.
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