Sunday 24 June 2012

Cogges Farm

This LO is of an old photo taken of my eldest son back in 2008 (where does the time go!). This is another rare LO where it I dont need to give credit or reference to anyone else, or any type of challenge or video. It was purely my creation, which makes a nice change! So please do comment on this post and let me know what you think and offer any advice. I dont find it easy to create my own LOs like this.

I was inspired by all the free-motion sewing i have seen on some layouts in recent months, but i do not own a sewing machine or have the space or desire to do so in the future (i have attempted it several times - but i just cant get on with a sewing machine!). So instead i 'cheated' and did it by hand! Firstly i cut down some kraft cardstock to 10x10 as i felt the full 12x12 was a little daunting in size. I drew my design in pencil, then made holes along the lines fairly close together with a largish needle. I then played 'dot-to-dot' with the holes and coloured pens to create my faux stitching. I then rubbed out the pencil lines. I added some stripes of scrap pattenered paper and washi tape, adding a few stickers and stams into the mix. I then added my title, some wooden bird and sun embellishments (which i am not too sure about). Lastly i added a date stamp to the bottom corner (i am making a huge effort to make sure all my LOs are dated) and added a hand drawn border in white around the edge of the dark brown backing card just to lighten it and bring your eye into the page.

6 comments:

fatmonica said...

It's a lovely layout and the sewing looks great.

Emilie said...

This LO is gorgeous! I love everything about it! Your stitching is gorgeous and absolutely perfect for this page! You should do your own LO more often as this one is a winner in my opinion!

Emy said...

The faux stitching is perfect - I was about to congratulate you on your fantastic sewing. I will congratulate you on your fantastic drawing instead!

Dan said...

Great layout, I love those flowers! :)

Jennywren said...

Beautiful and the "stitching" looks great. The flowers are awesome x

Allycat x said...

Fab LO, great flowers, who cares if its 'cheating' as long as you enjoy it and it looks good which it does! :)