Welcome to everyone taking part in the Sheer Inspiration Blog Hop , if you've come here from Jean Gursoy you're in the right place.
All the details and information can be found on the Creative Expressions news blog here.
Creative Expressions are offering a prize of £15 on each blog. To enter the giveaways simply leave a comment on each of the 8 DT blogs (listed below, after after my makes details). The hop will close and prize winners will be announced on Monday 8th April on the Creative Expressions News blog.
So we were challenged to use some of the great new ribbon in stock here for Creative Expressions and I chose to some wonderful cream and white crochet ribbon. So here is my make :
We were challenged to use some of the wonderful new ribbons from creative expressions and I used the great white crochet ribbon here, and the lovely cream crochet ribbon here.
I started by cutting a strip of grungepaper and embossing using the replacements embossing folder and colouring with vintage photo and walnut stain distress ink.
I then added colour to the crochet ribbon adding vintage photo and walnut stain ink and spritzing with water.. to a cream piece and a white piece.
I then cut one piece in half and stitched to either side of the grungepaper cuff.
With the other piece I fixed it to the front of the cuff.
Finally I added a hitch fastner to close the bracelet, and some mini gears, washers , fastners and a philosophy tag.
For more wonderful ribbon inspiration make sure you continue the hop! Hope you liked my ribbon inspired hop and maybe you will be inspired to play with some ribbon too! You might be a lucky prize winner!
have fun x
so here is the full blog hop list:
1. Tracy Evans
2. Trish Latimer
3. Jean Gursoy
4. Trace Metcalfe * that's me!
5. Gillian Simson
6. Tracey Laughton
7. Shary Nettleship
8. Michelle Webb
9. Kim Dellow (Fri 5th April) there will a spot prize here on the 5th of April...
and your next stop from here is : Gillian Simson.
have a fun and inky day
and hope you enjoy the hop....first time for me being part of one....
trace x
Oooh its amazing Trace, wow I love it! Such a great idea. Michelle x
ReplyDeleteGorgeously vintage fabulous x
ReplyDeleteSuch an unusual project, not for me personally but I have a niece who would love it!! so thankl you for the idea. Regards Jackie D
ReplyDeleteMorning Tracey
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely bracelet or is it a napkin ring either way its fabulous. Very clever
Amanda x
another WOW!!!!!!!! So many different uses for this ribbon and lace
ReplyDeleteI like this very much. I would not have thought of using ribbon like this. I am learning a lot today. Thanks Jackie
ReplyDeleteHi Trace, lovely idea, love your use of the ribbon to create a bracelet. Love the embossing too and the added philosophy tag. Great idea. Tracy x x
ReplyDeleteWow wow wow, I love this idea, such an unusual way to use the lace
ReplyDeleteLove this - just my grunge colours and such a lovely combination of ribbon and grunge paper
ReplyDeleteLove the lace and cogs combination!
ReplyDeleteLove the crochet ribbon. Make things look so expensive. So many ways to use it. Thanks for the onspiration.
ReplyDeleteThis is such a clever idea for a bracelet! Love it...thank you for sharing it with us.
ReplyDeleteLove Sheila xx
Wow, this is a very interesting used of all the cool attributes. Nice job.
ReplyDeleteFabulous bracelet,nice and modern,love what you have done with paper and ribbon! love Helen
ReplyDeleteoooooh love that cuff will definately have to give it a go
ReplyDeleteHow inventive, would never have thought of using ribbon this way, must try this idea
ReplyDeleteHilary
A great idea Trace, looks lovely xx
ReplyDeleteGreat idea - love the way you've used the ribbon to make the bracelet!!
ReplyDeleteNow where did I put that grungepaper when I got fed up with making watch straps? Thanks very much for the idea. SueL
ReplyDeleteI really have to get this crochet ribbon!! Loving how this blog hop is making me think " outside of the box. Gillian x
ReplyDeleteReally stylish and sophisticated trace, love it. Love jean xx
ReplyDeleteWhat very different ideas everyone has had. I love this design as my nieces would love to wear it. I like the different textures together - very unusual
ReplyDeleteI have to get some of that gorgeous crochet ribbon, it looks fabulous - especially in your hands, lol!! Thanks for a great post today.
ReplyDeleteThis is a different type of crafting to me but do like what you have created.
ReplyDeleteRgds June
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Oh I love this it is fab..that ribbon is gorgeous well done!!
ReplyDeleteHow gorgeous granddaughter would love this!
ReplyDeleteBrilliant use of ribbon
ReplyDeleteVery different piece of artwork, but very clever!
ReplyDeleteA steam punk bracelet!
ReplyDeleteHi Trace,
ReplyDeleteThis is fab! What a clever way of using the crochet ribbon. Love the beautiful vintage look. Linda xx
Fabulous project Trace ! Love the crocheted lace and to be able to wear it is so cool! Sue C x
ReplyDeletethis is awesome, thanks for sharing the info on how to make it :)
ReplyDeleteLove what you have created, very unusual.
ReplyDeleteLydia
Wow, love it xx
ReplyDeleteVery different-sorry not really my thing but know many young people who would love it.
ReplyDeleteam drooling over this, i adore ribbon and lace, anther must do. Would make fabulous
ReplyDeleteWOW I love this Steampunk is a favourite of mine and this has just blown me away what an absolutely stunning piece of jewellery. I love the fabulous cogs
ReplyDeleteand that ribbon looks fabulous.
Hugs
Linda xxx
What a talented DT - another great project using the lace. Thanx for the chance to win in the hop.
ReplyDeleteHugz, Jan xx
Gorgeous bracelet
ReplyDeleteAndrea
A really unusual 'out of the box' project. Brilliant
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea to make a bracelet. Love the vintage/steampunk look, very clever.
ReplyDeleteJeannie xxx
What a really cool design. Stunning is the word
ReplyDeleteJust my style absolutely love it
ReplyDeletealways love your ideas.....this one is really cool.
ReplyDeleteChristine in Darcy....xx
OOh this cuff is just up my street...Thanks for the inspiration.
ReplyDeleteCarolx
Hi trace wow this is an amazing bracelet that my youngest daughter would be over the moon to wear!, I would never have thought this was possible and I'm definitely going to get some grunge paper and give it a go so thanks for the idea. Love Lesley x
ReplyDeleteFascinating, what a great use of the ribbons.
ReplyDeleteThis is so cool! Loving the blog hop!
ReplyDeleteFantastic bracelet.
ReplyDeleteSuch a clever idea, love it!
ReplyDeleteKaren
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I love this bracelet, wow what a good idea, thanks for the inspiration Louise x
ReplyDeleteclever idea for a grungy bracelet - love it!
ReplyDeleteBest wishes.
Lynne in Spain
very cool TFS x
ReplyDeleteAnother fab idea. Looks so cool !
ReplyDeleteLoving the blog hop and all the amazing projects. This is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteReally love it, what a clever idea and what inspiration thank you!
ReplyDeleteHi. Im not a grunge/vintage/steampunk kinda gal Im afraid but I do appreciate what you have done to bring the lace to life.
ReplyDeleteHi Trace, wow what an amazing idea. I would never have thought of making something like this.
ReplyDeleteI love all things vintage so this is perfect for me...x
love this ideal will have to have ago at making one thankls for the idea
ReplyDeleteTrace, what a genuis idea, i totally love it, i would have never thought to use the lace ribbon in that way but it totally works, i just think of using lace on 'pretty' projects.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the inspiration,
Crafty hugs
Sandra Riley
What an amazing, clever idea! I love your Steampunk bracelet!
ReplyDeletelove Mags B x
It makes a nice napkin holder too.
ReplyDeleteSonia x
What a great idea to make a bracelet, it is stunning thanks for the inspiration
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Ita
Cool make. Love it xx
ReplyDeleteGreat cuff idea!
ReplyDeleteLucy x
What a fabulous bracelet I must have a go at making this
ReplyDeleteHugs x
Heather T
Wow Trace, so many responses! Great blog hop and love your bracelet, such a clever idea. Hugs, Anne x
ReplyDeleteFantastic cuff, the crochet ribbon looks great with grungepaper
ReplyDeleteWell, what can I say Tracy? This is a must do for me! Such a clever idea to use grungeboard and so effective. Heavily into Steampunk at the moment so will be hot footing to my Room of Stash to doooooooo !!! Thank you so much Brittx
ReplyDeleteHi Trace just showed your bracelet to a non crafty 16 year old girl and what did she say wow can you make me one no wait two one in black too! My reply the stuff is up the stairs I will help but Trace has given to good photos and instructions. Better go rescue my craft boxes she a girl on a mission. Great project thanks for sharing with us.
ReplyDeleteHugs
Fiona P
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Novel idea, would never have thought of making a bracelet with crochet ribbon. The young girls at work would absolutely love this.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea - I really like this!
ReplyDeleteThank you!
Love your vintage/grunge cuff bracelet Trace, gorgeous. xx
ReplyDeletePIN!!! This is amazing Trace...what a unique idea...it looks great.
ReplyDeletekind regards, Alie :-)
I know just who to make pne of these for. FAbulous
ReplyDeleteCArol B
How fantastic and unusual.What a clever way of using ribbon to make a bracelet.It is lovely.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing.
Sheila H.
Fab idea- I would never have thought of this. TFS
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Trish
How cool, that's a fantastic idea and a wonderful piece of art.
ReplyDeleteWow another great idea of a way to use the ribbon an just love that lace. X
ReplyDeleteI absolutely adore your grunge cuff & great details to follow too......I feel inspired to make one myself!!! TFS, I'm off for more inspiration from Gillian now :D
ReplyDeleteHugs Ann xx
Just love the cuff bracelet thanks for sharing >melanie
ReplyDeleteExcellent idea, Trace - you're so creative! Well done, you xxx
ReplyDeleteHello Trace this project combines elegance, vintage and steampunk. Well done
ReplyDeleteHi Trace,
ReplyDeleteStunning vintage cuff, loving the texture from the embossing and cog embellishments and the touch of femininity that the lace brings :-)
Donna Jones
WOW !! This is absolutely stunning !! xhugsx Nikki
ReplyDeleteGreat idea!! Love it!!
ReplyDeleteLesley x
stunning project Trace !!AWESOME!
ReplyDeleteFabulous project and use of the crochet ribbon. looks great and as its wearable even better, x
ReplyDeleteFab project, love it! x
ReplyDeleteWhat a clever idea!
ReplyDeleteAileen xx
very funky love it
ReplyDeleteLove this steam punk cuff very inventive xx hazel
ReplyDeleteReally like this idea and so very creative. great blog hop
ReplyDeletex catherine
A lovely idea for a bracelet, vintage and shabby chic all in one.
ReplyDeleteThis is very different and very nice. Did you line the inside?
ReplyDeleteI would never have thought of using grunge board /paper for jewelry I love it !
ReplyDeletethank you for your inspiration
This is fabulous trace - what a cool idea. Really different too. Hugs rachel xc
ReplyDeleteI know a young lady who would love this and now you have shown how to do it I feel I must give it a try.
ReplyDeleteWilma x x x
What an interesting combination of textures - would never think of trying something like this - thanks for the inspiration.
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful cuff, Trace! I love it!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful cuff, Trace! I love it!
ReplyDeleteGreat choice of ribbons and the bracelet is really cool! Thanks for the tutorial.
ReplyDeleteFabulous out of the box thinking Trace and a lovely finished piece.
ReplyDeleteHugs Brenda xox
Fantastic cuff bracelet great for any age xx
ReplyDeleteWhat an original and clever project you made..fab x
ReplyDeleteLove that you made something totally different! Like it a lot; looks old and some how soft... Hugs, Gerrina
ReplyDeleteBeautiful vintage look cuff! Very clever and could be adapted for lots of uses and trims!
ReplyDeleteGrunge paper, who knew?! A fabulous cuff, love colours & added trinkets, washers etc & charm. Bit steampunky which I love! :)
ReplyDeleteThis is amazing Tracy, I absolutely adore the combination of masculine and feminine elements on you bracelet. A stunning piece!!
ReplyDeleteJust yum Trace! love the different textures and the steampunk theme, wonderful! Kimx
ReplyDeletewow what a different way of using grangepaper and ribbon, great idea. Good to see new blogs
ReplyDeleteregards
lorraine - scotland
I have my teenage Granddaughter now begging me to make her this ;-)
ReplyDeleteHi Trace, I love your wrist cuff. Using grunge paper & crochet ribbon to make jewellery is simply inspired. There are so many possibilities. Thanks for the inspiration. Theresa x
ReplyDeleteHi Trace
ReplyDeleteI love your beautiful cuff it would look so good with so many different outfits and it looks so expensive and vintage
Ria
What a fantastic idea!
ReplyDeleteBrilliant idea, I love it
ReplyDeleteFabulous project - I love that crochet ribbon!
ReplyDeleteHi Trace,
ReplyDeleteI am loving this blog hop, so many great ideas, I love your cuff made from the lace ribbon its great stuff I have some too, just might try this 'steampunk style' cuff, hugs, Vick xxx
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Georgeous bracelet just love it Jean Z xx
ReplyDeleteThe paper you used looks so much like Leather it's cool! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteCrumbs - I must be the last one in!! Great idea Trace and I so love that lace. Is that sewing I see too??!!
ReplyDeleteHugs, Juliaxxx
What a fantastic creation, Trace! LOVE the embossed grungeboard base - leathery and cool - with the delicate lace... just beautiful. I'm not much for jewellery and adornment, but this is one I'd absolutely wear!!
ReplyDeleteAlison x
So different, very inventive so well done! Joy
ReplyDeletegood idea for a collar on a jumper.
ReplyDeleteJanice
Love love love this
ReplyDeleteRosie x
A unique creation Trace, love it,, the lace is so delicate and the embossed grungeboard is stunning.
ReplyDeleteCrafty hugs June x
These crochet ribbons are stunning and your grundge paper looks like leather, fabulous project.
ReplyDeleteMichelle E x
Love it fantastic
ReplyDeleteVery very clever ! You are very creative
ReplyDeleteRachel x
Such a fantastic idea Trace! This is really taking your thinking outside the box and what a gorgeous piece of jewellery as a result. Love it. Hugs, Jenny x
ReplyDeleteThis is very unusual.
ReplyDeleteI love grungepaper and this is a delightfully vintage piece made with it!
ReplyDeleteDelightful! I love Steampunk creations. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteWow your bracelet is amazing Trace, reckon all your friends will want one too. xx
ReplyDeleteFab bracelet, love all the metal embellies:)
ReplyDeleteVal x
I love your cuff bracelet, love the ribbon and the gears and everything!
ReplyDeleteGosh Trace, what a great idea to use the crotchet ribbon & grunge paper with added cogs & metal embellishments! So different but fantastic! xx Love Karen xx
ReplyDeleteWow, love this! I really like the crochet ribbon x
ReplyDeleteWhat a fab grunge cuff!
ReplyDeleteGreat idea. Love the way it turned out. Getting great inspiration. Jackie x
ReplyDeleteFab idea for a fun jewellery piece.
ReplyDeleteI love this cuff, I have a daughter who would love to wearing this.
ReplyDeleteWoweee Trace FABULOUS !
ReplyDeleteVon ♥
Hi Trace
ReplyDeleteThis is a real eye opener for me as i have never used Grunge , however i must get some and give your cuff a try ,it truly is superb .
As above i have a granddaughter who will want me to make her one to wear when she sees it ,i am sure she will say " its so COOL ".
Elaine H X
This is really cool. My daughter would love this
ReplyDeleteWow what a fab design love your creativity just amazing :)
ReplyDeleteMy fav so far, brilliant xx
ReplyDeleteGreat idea will have to try this.
ReplyDeleteLove it, totally my style
ReplyDeleteGREAT ITEM MY GRAND DAUGHTERS WOULD LOVE THIS KIND OF THINGS AS BRACELETS
ReplyDeleteLOVE YOUR STYLES THEY ARE FAB AWAY FROM THE USUAL
ReplyDeletei love this cuff and both My Grand daughters would love me making this kind of item wait till i show them on my return from holliday
ReplyDeleteAnne from scotland on holiday in france
Wow Trace, this is brilliant, I love the inspiration disc hanging like a charm. Very steampunk but also elegant enough that it can be worn anytime.
ReplyDeleteHope all is well with you? x
Gorgeous! Saw it on FB the other day and drooled.
ReplyDeleteLove this Trace! A great idea and so eclectic. Chris xxx
ReplyDeleteLove, love love this....so original!!! :-)
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