All day long I've thought it was Wednesday, and its Thursday. Which has kinda thrown me off kilter. But I did enjoy Monday off with the Sweet Hub, so I guess it was worth the confusion for today.
Above is after, before, after. LOL. Somehow I ended up with a pile of old Reader's Digest Condensed Book single covers. I've taken some time today to alter them with paint, ink and more.
This one has been sanded, inked, painted over, sanded some more and re inked. I added some coffee dyed and inked scrim, along with an old calendar picure, that was also sanded and inked, and a couple of broken, vintage frame pieces.
As you can see on the right hand side, the before cover is altered quite a bit. I've really gotten into the whole "layering" thing. I find it really fun to continue to build and build upon layers to get the finish that I want. I even used an old doily to layer some inks, so that there were areas of gradiation.
The last cover has been sanded, and painted and the edge taped down and sanded, but I've not yet started to apply the inks yet. When I'm finished this will be an "Italian" Memory book. Not sure how its going to end up, but I'm going to try and use all vintage goodies inside.
Its actually not going to be to terribly hard to use all vintage things, as Dad and I hit a great Estate Sale a few weeks back. The home owners must had traveled to Italy several times, as they had many numerous items from there.
Post cards.
Calendars.
Books and more. Love this tray and I might just keep this for myself.
Loved this book of Opera. Its in excellent condition, I really don't have the heart to cut it up when its in good shape.
But my favorite find where these:
These are little calligraphy pen nibs. They are bronze. But the coolest part is,
that they are shaped like little pointing fingers. I love it. I put some in my Etsy shop along with some of he other Italian items.
Most want to go to Paris, but I have an earthier destination in mind. Warm sun, great food, wine…I want to go to Italy. Perhaps one day.
-c
love what you did with the book covers!
Posted by: sherri | July 09, 2011 at 10:19 AM
Like your work with the covers. But I like those pen nibs the most. They are something new.
Posted by: Logo design | July 11, 2011 at 05:24 AM
Love all the cool book covers and I am coveting that tray big time! It's gorgeous!
Posted by: Lisa | July 11, 2011 at 09:35 PM
I like your Italian book! It's very rustic and worn-looking. I also would love to go to Italy...and Paris! ... Someday!
Posted by: Angela | July 12, 2011 at 07:31 AM
I totally want to go to Italy too! Girlfriend cruise? :)
Posted by: Dee Dee | July 12, 2011 at 01:17 PM
Wow....I just love seeing some of your estate sale finds..especially when you get them from our sales....hehe. When I am pricing our merchandise I always tell Pat, "bet Cindymae can use this or that and bet Cindy will buy this or that!!!" Love seeing you and your Dad walk thru the door!!
Posted by: Sandra | July 12, 2011 at 05:32 PM
Awesome book covers that's very unique and very cool, Great stuff!
Posted by: House moving | August 10, 2011 at 09:31 PM
Amazing post, dude! I’m going to follow your blog
Posted by: mobile prices | August 18, 2011 at 09:17 AM
love what you did with the book covers thanks for sharing
Posted by: Mathews | September 11, 2011 at 10:57 AM
All book covers are loveable and they are as old as i am :P
Posted by: New homes Lancaster County | September 20, 2011 at 03:24 AM