Thursday, June 27, 2013

Inspirational Plaques and Unexpected Easel

I've been designing inspirational plaques.  Here's one, created with one of my vintage floral images.



I added the words in script.  It's applied to salvaged wood, and distressed around the edges.




After finishing it, I began working on a small rack, using salvaged wood, a copy of vintage fleur-de-lis paper, and vintage screw-in hooks.




Looking at the rack lying on it's back, I thought it made the perfect easel for my plaque.




So, now, it has a dual purpose.

I designed this next plaque for my friend Nancy.  She asked me to make an inspirational plaque for her, using one of my favorite verses.


I created this piece with paper mache, paint, plaster, and a dimensional design.  It has a peaceful feel, and, it's a lot lighter than the concrete I've been applying this verse to.

See ya soon.


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16 comments:

  1. You are truly clever - I never ever tire of seeing the beauty you create, Rosemary! SO pretty!

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  2. Nice!!! So great when things just fall into place isn't it Rosemary. Luv the piece.
    Hugs, Gee

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  3. Such beautiful words to remember!

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  4. What a great way to make an easel. Only you would think of this. Beautiful quote and plaque. Love you and your creations.

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  5. So pretty Rosemary! I gave you a little shout out on my blog today. I hope you have a wonderful weekend, Gail

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  6. You are one talented gal. I love the image but the back looks so great now with the paper and vintage hooks I would have to place it so you could see both sides.
    Enjoy Kathy

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  7. LOVE this! I love the paper you used for this project, Rosemary.

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  8. love the white one, and easel idea is great!
    blessings
    barb

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  9. Hi Rosemary, I just love your plaques and that stand is so perfect, not sure what one I love more, but again you inspired me :)

    Come stop by and see my love sign towards the bottom of my new post.

    lots of love to you.
    xx
    Dore

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  10. I love the idea of inspirational plaques--these are so pretty! Everyone needs a pick me up these days :)

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  11. I can relate to the saying on the floral plaque. I really need to slow down sometimes and appreciate the little things. =)

    Jeanine

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  12. You are just as inspirational as those words on the plaques!!!...Gorgeous Rosemary!!

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  13. You truly are amazing Rosemary!!! Gorgeous!

    Cynthia

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  14. LOVE how you re-purposed the rack! So creative! The chandy is my favorite.....G*O*R*G*E*O*U*S Blessings~~~Roxie

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  15. I love your rose project. So pretty and cheerful.

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  16. BOTH are gorgeous! I needed the pretty picture with your plaque and Romans 12:12 on it today, thank you for this post! :)

    Sheila

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