The Layers of Color theme for last Friday was "Coins", and here's my tag, better late than never, I hope!
I have truly loved these challenges, and it is really very sad, I think, that Laura who so very beautifully administers the challenges and handles all of our artwork, will need to end the challenges soon in order to devote full time to her growing business of gorgeous acrylic art stamps. My only regret is that I was not able to participate in all of the wonderful weeks that the challenge has seen. But, no use regretting. Instead, time to make art for the couple of challenges that remain, while we still can.
The base for my tag is a snippet of hand-made paper that came in a pack I bought from Kelly Kilmer. All Night Media's Chinese coin was stamped randomly on top with Perfect Medium, then dusted with Perfect Pearls in "forever red". The inchie squares were torn from more handmade paper, and they, and the tag, were edged with a copper Krylon pen. The two large coins were RAKs from Belinda Schneider, and the center charm was purchased ages ago with a lot from an antique store. The tiny coins at the bottom were hand-sewn to the base paper with gold thread. These are from a group that I purchased at a trade fair last January, and I have been waiting for the perfect opportunity to display them. The ribbons at the top are from my personal collection, and the copper rick rack is another item from Belinda's RAK.
And now for a "true confession": I am not much of a video or computer game player, but I am kind of hooked on Jewel Quest, and use it as a stress-buster from time to time. Last night I beat--Yes, BEAT--Jewel Quest II! It's a very long game, with lots of levels. My son thought this was awfully cool, and as I was getting near the end of the game, he told me to wait until the entire thing stopped by itself at the end. I wont tell you what happens when you win the game, but there is surprise music, congratulations, and some really cool special effects. What does this have to do with a coin tag? Well, the game is all about a quest to find and uncover hidden jewels, and along the way you find and collect hidden coins. So in honor of my "win", you can't see them, but if you were to lift the three charms that run down the center of the tag, there are "hidden coins" stamped underneath. It's the same Chinese coin image, but stamped with Tsukineko's "essential glue pad", and covered with micro-fine copper glitter from Rubber Stampede. Maybe I should have taken a second pic to show you, but after all, they are "hidden" coins, so you'll just have to guess!
Have a great day, Everyone, and Happy October!
So warm and rich colours.
Posted by: Hermine | October 02, 2008 at 02:46 AM
Oh Barbara!!! WOW this one is such a great portrail of the challenge the colors are wonderful and the coins are FAB!
Posted by: Heather W. | October 02, 2008 at 07:42 AM
wow .. this is so beautiful !!
Posted by: wil | October 02, 2008 at 11:38 AM
Wow this is absolutely stunning hun the elments and colours are so rich well done xxxx
Posted by: carolann | October 02, 2008 at 11:48 AM
really a wonderful tag - and thanks for that funny computer story :-)
Posted by: ilonka | October 02, 2008 at 01:28 PM
Magnificent tag! Congrats on finishing the game - *bows and claps* It IS a shame about Laura's challenge blog, I too shall miss it! I tend to watch Strictly Come Dancing as a stress-buster... I think your version is Dancing with the Stars! I love all the quirkiness of the way we take the micky out of the celebs over here - it rather brings them down to earth!!
Posted by: Rosie | October 02, 2008 at 04:26 PM
My My Barbara this is gorgeous, wonderful tag and so beautiful.
Posted by: Barbara | October 02, 2008 at 05:03 PM
Your tag is a wealth of eye candy! Gorgeous in every way!
I've very much enjoyed your participation in the challenges, Barbara. You've been an encouragement, and always a source smiles!
I look forward to sharing many more creative expressions with you!
Have a great weekend!
Posted by: Laura | October 03, 2008 at 07:53 AM