In my last post, I showed you this dress form I made from an old french book. The graphic came from Karen at Graphics Fairy blog.
The burlap I used to hang it wasn't right to me, because it has this shiny nylon mesh behind it that didn't look right. Plus, I know burlap is really popular right now, but if you've ever smelled it, it kind of stinks. :) So I changed the ribbon, and used darker seam binding, and tied it on the top with a vintage button. Usually I like creams and whites, but for this one I like the darker ribbon. And yes, I over think things, but that makes creating fun.
Do you have a thing for buttons like I seem to? I used to dump out my mom's jars of buttons as a child, and go through them thinking it was the greatest thing to do.
Th dress form was printed directly over the french text.
Finally I'm happy with it. What do you think?Take care,
Martha
7 comments:
I think it's beautiful! How do you get your solder,did I spell that right?, so smooth?
Thanks Sugar Creek! The solder needs to be at a high enough temperature to melt well, that and flux make it smooth and flat. :) Martha
Thank you so much for the tip! I do think I need to practice some more too, that helps also! ;)
Your ornament is so beautiful! I love the black ribbon with the little button - it really dresses it up!
I love your blog and I am your newest follower :)
Amanda
xoxo
It is beautiful! I downloaded this graphic the other day (along with a couple of other dress forms, scissors, etc.) Your ornament is an inspiration.
I love your soldered pieces! So, clever and adorable! I do love the black seam binding it looks rich!!
Hugs,
Eloise
I think it's fabulous! Totally up my alley. And I agree with you about the buttons. I've always loved looking through my grandmother's collection. I find them beautiful and fascinating, and I can never get enough.
Visiting from the Graphics Fairy. TFS!
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