Swaps, Swaps, & More Fabulous Swaps

I am so, so behind on posting. Please oh please forgive me. I just love having so many of you coming by to pay me a visit. Things have been crazy, as usual, in our household. I have many things going on. Nothing too bad, but I would appreciate any prayers you could send our way. I am also still in the process of getting my new studio together. I can't wait to share some pictures of it with you. I also have more french goodies to share and even found some great new french goodies during an adventure with my mom earlier this week. She is still hanging in there and sends her love to all!

Marilyn at Unshelved Words has been doing seasonal tin swaps. I've really enjoyed doing this and have them on display in my studio. For this tin, I swapped with the amazing Suze at Junque Drawer Chick. This is the tin that she made for me. It is absolutely stunning.

I love the way she used pearls to make a pile of snow. It really is a beauty and she sent me lots of extra goodies as well. I was so happy with this swap and have made a great new friend as well. Thanks again to Marilyn for hosting these great swaps and I hope she will continue to do so.

This is the tin that I made for Suze:

I went crazy with the mica flakes. I used part of a makeup sponge to make my pile of snow and added about, no joke, ten layers of mica flakes to get it to look just right.

I also added some glitter and crystal effects to the image of the children to add depth. I love how it turned out.

Another event I have enjoyed are the 4x4 swaps with Danielle at The Vintage Dragonfly. This 4x4 was called "Love Me Tender Collage Swap". The 4x4 that I received was from Connie at Constantly Vintage. I love the many layers that she added to this lovely piece. I placed it on the wall in my new studio along with another 4x4 that I did with Danielle.

I just love ric rac and she placed it on both sides of the collage.

Below is the 4x4 collage that I made. I'm not sure who received it though. I hope they like it.

The heart was an image that I had also used on my Vintage Valentine page for the Itty Bitty book. It has a heart charm tied on as well as a key.

And what is Valentine's Day without a little love?

The vintage lace along the front and back are one of my favorite finds ever. I just love the color and detail on it.

My next post will share some more swap items that I have received and given. Have a wonderful day and thanks for stopping by!