Sunday, 24 May 2009

FEATHERED FRIENDS ....



Today I am Guest Hosting over at Mixed Media Monday where I have chosen the theme of "Feathered Friends". As you all know I love to use bird related elements within my artwork, so hence this weeks theme.

This cute little birdie house can be found here. All the Parisian elements can be found here. Also used in this piece were Bird Images available here, Vintage Text Paper, Distress Paints, Lace and Ornate keyhole available from Stampington.



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37 comments:

Ozstuff said...

What an exquisite birdhouse! So beautiful. Thanks for the challenge and the inspiration Gillian.

karen said...

I am so in love with this lovely piece of art. Stunning.

Anonymous said...

This is such a stunning piece, Gillian. Thanks so much for being guest host this week! Diane

indybev said...

Lace trim! Now, isn't that a touch of class. I'll bet upscale birds live here!

indybev said...

A birdhouse with lace. Now, isn't that a touch of class. I'll bet upscale birdies live here!

Kris Dickinson said...

A lovely and sweet birdhouse!

Gayle Page-Robak said...

Great theme and absolutely gorgeous birdhouse, Gillian...love it!

Nan said...

Very pretty...grat inspiration for us! Thanks!

Lynn Stevens said...

an adorable little birdhouse, great challenge, I so Love birds!

Sandy said...

Gillian what a lovely idea and stunning work. Really lovely little house.

Rika said...

Fantastic birdhouse!

Anonymous said...

Its gorgeous and great theme

Anonymous said...

gillian your sample for this week on MMM is simply GOTGEOUS!!!

My Creative House said...

Thanks for the challenge, you have made a very elegant bird house,must bee a first class hotel for the bird.

Dorthe said...

Gillian, the cutest birdhouse, love the crackle, and the wonderfull color. The swallow living there looks so proud too.
Thanks for this invitation.

Hugs, Dorthe

Anonymous said...

gorgeous bird house!

LazyKay said...

The word that sprung to mind when I saw this was Wedgewood - I suppose because of the blue/white combo. A beautiful piece.

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Lori Saul said...

What a beautiful birdhouse from all sides and angles! Wonderful artwork and detailed so thoughtfully.Very inspiring!

Moira said...

Fabulous bird house Gillian, love the Parisian feel with the lace

Buffy said...

Such an inspiration.Love the color and the paris details. Beautiful.

Angela Sturm said...

Very beautiful and romantic !

LivArtNow said...

Nice challenge :) and a beautiful birdhouse!! Love it!!

Carol Q said...

gorgeous Gillian - what a fun thing to alter and thanks for the into to Happy Daze too, they have some great products.

Anonymous said...

Such a gorgeous piece! Thanks for the inspiration! Love it!

Unknown said...

Hi Gillian

Thank you for hosting this week's theme....what a wonderful theme and I just love your piece...what an amazing and original piece....your work is wonderful ....I am checking out a glimpse of the pady below too...wow!!!!

Have a wonderful week!

Diana

Sanja said...

love your birdhouse,Gillian!absolutely gorgeous!
xo
Sanja

Amy said...

A real lovely birdhouse..perfect!

Rosie said...

Gillian - kind words... pish!!! This is one of the prettiest birdhouses I've ever seen. I love all the tiny details, elements and the soft hues - a tiny masterpiece!
xo

Janny said...

I had problems with the internet. I posted a comment but I don't see it.
What a gorgeous piece of work your Birdhouse!

aino said...

Awesome. Very beautiful and cute little bird cabin. I like it.

Pretty Widow said...

the attention to detail is terrific - i especially love the crackle

Caroline Moore said...

what a beautiful piece of work Gillian - love the pale blue - very peaceful and lovely paint technique

Vintage Papers said...

love this house Gillian! the colors and details are so soft and pretty! :)

Anonymous said...

One word!....adorable!

~*~Patty Szymkowicz said...

Your birdhouse is such an inspiration, beautiful in every detail Gillian!
I was so sorry I was not able to play along. Our son is home from college for a couple of months and my time is just a little different these days :)

vintage wil said...

What a gorgeous bird house!!

Retro Cafe' Art Gallery said...

GORGEOUS Gillian!!!! SOOOOooo sweet!
xoxo,
Kristin