Tuesday, July 27, 2010

Nested Goods

It's been awhile since I've shared some projects. I taught this shadow box of nested goods this past Saturday. I'm thinking about teaching it again at a future studio class. Here is a picture of the contents.



I never tire of these old doll heads...



this compartment was so pretty I wanted to leave it empty...



old accoutrements...



an interesting floating glass glittered frame...



wonderful old fabric measuring tape...



special buttons on button cards...



closure and closed box...





I really enjoyed making this box. Lately I'm all about making things that I'm going to use, not just admire. I decided this box is just the thing to rotate some of my "better" finds in and out of. Where do you put the button that was $8.00 at the flea market? Not in the jar of 1,584 regular buttons that you have right? Or a trim that is wonderful but old, old, old. Some things deserve a special place to live until the right project comes along don't you think?

9 comments:

Carole said...

Lisa,
The box is fabulous! Can't wait to see you. Hugs to you.
Carole

Cindi said...

Love it! Would love to see more of your recent creations. I would still like for you to do the pocket watch class if anyone else was interested.

Nathalie Kalbach said...

this makes me happy- I love this!

Maryl said...

This box is just adorable! I really enjoyed taking this class.

connie said...

Lisa, we loved the class and had so much fun. Thanks for being such a great teacher!

ImagiMeri said...

Howdy Lisa,

What a spectacular box....amazing and so many things to look at. I've got a box like that, which I've been trying for years to decide what to put in it......not an easy decision.

Have a great day,
Meri

Anonymous said...

So lovely and creative Lisa!!

Thanks so much for your comment and congrats to you on your latest article as well! I was delighted to find you in the same issue with me ;)

Anonymous said...

Great post Lisa! Valerie

Linda said...

These are lovely...have you thought of offering online classes?