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Saturday, 22 September 2012

tape it up..steampunk style

well it is challenge time over at Simon says again..
 i missed it last week
 and am nearly too late this week!!!
so the theme is tape it up..
and here is my taped up creation..inspired by a magazine article by Sarah..
 
 
i used DIY aluminium foil tape,
added lots of cogs and steampunk yumminess..
and then coloured the tape with alcohol inks..

 
inside the space
i added some wire
coloured with alcohol inks...
cogs cut, embossed and coloured


and a heart and wings..
well i had to didn't i?!
and the heart been rust treated ...
a fab Andy Skinner technique

 
 and lots of idea-ology!
I have had a ball making this!!!!

 
i am entering this for the following competitions:
 
 
have a fun and inky day!
 

 
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35 comments :

  1. Gillian ....22 September 2012 at 19:36

    Steampunk heaven Trace, love it. All the cogs/metal looks fab. x

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  2. Monique's art22 September 2012 at 19:40

    I saw that artical too and thought must try sometime lol

    Yours is awesome!!!!

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  3. Craft Addicts - Tracy Evans22 September 2012 at 19:42

    Gorgeous steampunk piece Trace, love all the metal elements. The cogs on the inside along with the mesh are a lovely touch. Love love your rusty heart. Thanks so much for joining in the Simon Says Stamp and Show Challenge. Tracy x x

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  4. Elly22 September 2012 at 20:02

    Fantastic combination of metal and AS painting style.

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  5. rachel22 September 2012 at 20:10

    stunning work Trace - really amazing use of the metal tape - love it all! Hugs rachel xx

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  6. Julia S-W22 September 2012 at 20:41

    Love it Trace - but I would wouldn't I??!! Great rust there and love the heart.
    Juliax

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  7. Silvia(Barnie)22 September 2012 at 21:58

    Wow, Trace, that's a fascinating piece of art. Great elements and texture on it.

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  8. Gerrina22 September 2012 at 22:35

    Looks great, Trace! Just love the wire inside and the colours you used. They make it so warm and jet industrial... I´ll go see about the article, so be off again... Higs, Gerrina

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  9. Nan G23 September 2012 at 00:08

    Fabulous frame. So chock full of gear goodness! So now tell me about this Andy Skinner, please? Where do I find info on this rust technique? Is he on YouTube? Thanks

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  10. Brenda Brown23 September 2012 at 00:28

    A fabulous frame full of gorgeous steampunkery. Love it.
    Happy Sunday.
    hugs {brenda} xox

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  11. Candy C23 September 2012 at 03:14

    Trace, your piece is awesome! I love everything about it from the metal tape to the metal grid in the center and all of the dripping Ideaology in between! :) It's a great steampunk piece. I love your metallic background! Great use of Tim's technique! Love your rusty heart, too!! Perfect for your steampunk piece. Beautiful job! Thanks for sharing your talent with us at Simon Says Stamp and Show. <3 Candy

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  12. Sandy23 September 2012 at 03:33

    Absolutely love it --- Never thought I would like this style but the more I see it the more I love it -- especially your creation kid!!
    sandy

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  13. chrissie23 September 2012 at 07:50

    Just amazing--I just love seeing your Steampunk creations and this is definitely one of the best.

    Love Chrissie xx

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  14. Kim23 September 2012 at 07:53

    Excellent! I love the steampunk look.

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  15. Michelle Webb23 September 2012 at 09:12

    Brilliant Trace, so many cool bits to look at too. Your heart looks amazing. Michele x

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  16. Redanne23 September 2012 at 09:33

    Trace, this is a magnificent piece! A x

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  17. Words and Pictures23 September 2012 at 13:09

    Amazing work, Trace - fabulous rusty heart at its centre, and all your signature steampunk brilliance! Love your mesh and metal tape - wow!
    Alison x

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  18. KristyLee23 September 2012 at 16:33

    OMG this is just terrific! OH golly so wonderful, you are very talented and creative! This rocks! Great job, and thanks for sharing with us at PPP#7 for our Steampunk challenge!
    Peace,
    KristyLee
    (PPP DT)

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  19. Anonymous23 September 2012 at 17:35

    I truly love it. Thanks for joining us at Poisoned Peas Please Steampunk Challenge. I hope you will join us for our next challenge. Good Luck~Patti PPP DT

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  20. mark gould23 September 2012 at 19:28

    really cool Trace, I really love the cut out middle, it's a brilliant touch. the alcohol inks are great to use arnt they, I love the effect youu have got with them xx, mark x

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  21. Maura23 September 2012 at 20:04

    Very cool! Love that steam punk!!

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  22. cbee23 September 2012 at 20:11

    wow wow wow that's sooooo beautiful ... can't get enough of it!!

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  23. Anna-Karin23 September 2012 at 20:23

    Wow, this is so cool! Fabulous idea. Love the frame, the rusty heart, all the bits and pieces. Thank you so much for sharing with us at Simon Says Stamp and Show!

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  24. Anita Houston The Artful Maven24 September 2012 at 00:43

    Absolutely COOL!!!! I love all the metal and the whole design...WOW!!!

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  25. Katy24 September 2012 at 02:02

    Love this!! So cool!! :)

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  26. Chris24 September 2012 at 10:34

    Absolutely amazing Trace, I adore every gorgeous detail! Chris x

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  27. Emma Williams25 September 2012 at 19:50

    A gorgeous piece of artwork and so much detail to look at...this is so cool! I love it...
    Love Emma xx

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  28. lilyandthelotus.blogspot.com26 September 2012 at 02:50

    wonderful steam punk piece..you techniques are wonderful. thank you for joining us at poisoned peas please.
    susan s.

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  29. Pat K27 September 2012 at 01:41

    Fabulous steampunk piece of artwork....love it! Thanks so much for giving us closeup pics....we really get to appreciate how great your work is.

    Thanks for joining us at Delicious Doodles. Pat K.xx

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  30. Unknown27 September 2012 at 12:40

    fabulous creation. I love that you put hearts and wings in.

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  31. Susan29 September 2012 at 11:50

    GORGEOUS!!!! really awesome! I could never afford to use so much TH stuff in one place, sadly...BUT I wish I could, cause this is just FAB!
    I love how you put it all together :) and wish I knew how to make stuff look rusty.
    SUPERB piece of ART!
    It was truly a pleasure to have you join us at Poisoned Peas Please!
    Susan G (DT)

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  32. Suzi McKenzie1 October 2012 at 01:51

    That is definitely Steampunk Heaven, absolutely stunning, love it.
    Wish i could master Steampunk the way you have, such a beautiful piece.
    Thank you so much for joining us at Poisoned Peas Please
    Hope to see your beautiful creations again
    hugs
    Suzi

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  33. jengd1 October 2012 at 04:21

    Wow! You definitely nailed that "riveted patchwork" technique of Tim's! Beautiful project- love the "window" with the mesh! Thanks for joining us at Poisoned Peas!

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  34. ike6 October 2012 at 09:38

    FANTASTIC - this is an amazing piece. Thank you for joining us at Poisoned Peas with your excellent creation :-)

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  35. KristyLee9 October 2012 at 14:41

    Congrats on making Top 3 at PPP!
    Peace,
    KristyLee
    (PPP DT)

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Thanks so much for taking the time to stop by and leave me a comment..it means a lot..hope you like what you see. Trace x

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