Saturday 2 February 2013

For My Little Star!

I wanted to take part in a challenge this week and I spotted the Simon Says Stamp and Show when I was reading at a great blog that I follow The Artful Maven Haven and Anita mentioned the challenge as she is now part of the Simon Says Stamp design team (I am not surprised as she is a very talented lady) so I followed her link to see what it was all about.

The theme this week is Seeing Stars and here is what I made.


It was really difficult to take a photo of the stars in my Challenge piece!  But I think you can see them here (put your glasses on and get closer to the screen!!) but the biggest star in this piece is who I made it for.  My youngest son turns 14 this month and this is his card come keepsake.  I know he is not going to see it as he is too busy chatting to his pals on his phone to think about checking out Mum's Blog!!!


As you can see, and those that know my work will not be surprised, I got a little carried away with the construction again!!  I really loved making this and it did come together relatively quickly ....that means not to many technical  design hiccups.  I loved being able to use my Graphic 45 papers for this as they have so many great mix and match designs and these ones were perfect for a boy....sorry young man!!


The first pyramid opens up exploding box style to reveal a smaller pyramid inside.  Callum plays guitar so these stamps are perfect.


 Which in turn opens up to reveal a birthday surprise!!!


Confession Time!! I didn't plan for the small pyramid to stay partially up like this but because I used the bottle tops to decorate they propped the sides up a bit and it was a happy accident as it looks rather good....if I say so myself...and at this time in the morning I am definitely the only one awake to say it in my house ;-)


Another view of the centrepiece.  I think I have managed to get all the bits of hot glue strings off it!


The faux drawer at the bottom pulls out to reveal it is actually a hidden mini.


Last photo.....and now I am off to link this to the Simon Says Stamp Challenge before I hide it somewhere safe until the 12th and then to go to bed.  Night all and thank you for popping by.

44 comments:

  1. This is wonderful Helen. So much to admire about it. I love the adore of the mini book in the crawer.

    Best wishes Chrissie xx

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    1. Thank you Chrissie. I am looking forward to seeing Callum's face when I give it to him. Hugs Helen x

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  2. What a fantastic piece, wonderful papers and design. Love the draw and rosette and then the wonderful surprise housed within. Fantastic. Thanks so much for joining in the Simon Says Stamp and Show Challenge. Tracy x

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    1. Thank you guys for the challenge. You inspired me. It is tucked safely away now. Callum almost spotted it when I was in the middle of making it as he popped his head round the door but his mind was on the chocolate biscuit he wanted to ask for and not what Mum was up to surrounded by all that paper!!

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  3. This is truly a spectacular piece, Helen, and one that will become a family heirloom in your son's collection. The intricate design is stunning, and I love the miniature album that you incorporated into the the faux drawer. I've always wanted to make this pyramid technique, but haven't gotten around to trying it. Maybe I'll do so during the Summer when I have more time. Blessings!

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    1. Thank you Arnold. Here is wishing you more time to do the things you love. See you over at Tag Tuesday soon.

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  4. Helen...your birthday exploding pyramid is AHHHH-Mazing! I love everything about it!!! WHERE did you get this pattern? Will you share it or is there a link where I could purchase it? You have done such a BEAUTIFUL job on this! Love the colors of papers you've chosen. Love the patterns! Love the design and I love the little crown in the center! The mini album "faux drawer" is also very very cool! Thanks so much for sharing your beautiful art with us at Simon Says Stamp and Show. <3 Candy

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  5. Wow this is brilliant and spectacular in every way, gosh my head is spinning with what to say and I don't know how to say it. Your son is going to love it and when his birthday is over you can fill the album with happy shot of the day to keep forever. Also like the former commenter Candy where is the pattern for this? please.

    Eliza

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    1. Hi Eliza. Thank you so much for your lovely comment. I am working on getting my second project into my shop within the next 2 days (I hope) and then as I loved making this so much and whilst it is fresh in my head I will work on this one so keep your eye on my blog as I will announce it there. It takes me a little while as I write a printable set of photo instructions and accompanying video tutorials. I was thinking of giving it a valentine twist but I am not sure if I have suitable papers. Did that sound a bit like I have nothing to wear!!!!! ;-)

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  6. WOW!!! Amazing configuration here! Love all the bright papers too! What a special birthday piece! The bottle cap stars are great! Thank you for sharing your Stars with us this week at Simon Says Stamp & Show!

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    1. Thanks Anita. I follow your blog so I came to Simon Says Stamp via you!!!! so thank you for sharing x

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  7. WOW, this is absolutely amazing!! What a gorgeous, creative project!! I love the design and the awesome papers you used!! Super-duper fabulous!!

    Lisa
    A Mermaid's Crafts

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    1. Thanks Lisa I am so overwhelmed by how popular this has been I have a very smiley face ;-)

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  8. Wow, this is absolutely wonderful! Such a great idea and the construction is just brilliant. Great mix of patterns and stamps and the centrepiece and little mini book are wonderful too. I am glad you found your way to Simon Says Stamp and Show. Thank you for sharing with us!

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  9. OMGoodness Helen! This is simply spectacular!!!! :0) Mo xx

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    1. Thanks Mo 6 days until I can give it to Callum. Will he prefer his phone I wonder!!!!???? x

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  10. Holy Moley! That is awesome Helen. I am a bit of a spaz with measuring and construction, so I am in awe. Love the color and papers too.

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    1. Thanks Winnie. I am working on putting a pattern and video tutorials for it this week. I think it is fairly simple to construct as construction projects go but you do need to be accurate for it all to fit nicely ;-) x

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  11. This looks resally cool Helen - I will keep an eye on your Etsy shop for the template! :o)

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    1. Thanks Annie - videoing underway! x

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  12. This is truly fantastic....can't even imagine trying to figure this out!!

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    1. Thanks Sara pattern coming to my shop soon x

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  13. Helen...congrats on your recognition as one of the TOP THREE Stars entries at Simon Says Stamp and Show for your exploding pyramid piece! This was so cool and certainly deserved this recognition! <3 Candy

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    1. Thank you so much Candy. I have been so overwhelmed with all the lovely comments I have had and thank you to you all at Simon Says Stamp x

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  14. Congratulations on being one of the top 3 SSS&S recognitions, Helen. Blessings!

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    1. Thank you Arnold. I am so happy to have been picked :-)

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  15. Anonymous22:50

    HI Helen, Fantastic creation, it looks amazing! Did a similar box (but not as fancy)once in plastic canvas and yarn as a sewing box and I would like to make this for my mum and dads 50th wedding anniversary card this year. Could you tell me where you bought the small mini album from please as I have been unable to locate anything suitable online. And could you send me a link to your shop please - I thought you only did a card making class (which I attended once). Thanks from another Helen x

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    1. Hi Helen - the link for my shop is on the sidebar of my blog - only one item in it so far but this project will be there as soon as I finish working on the pattern and video tutorials. I will be doing a live workshop on it too though so if you want me to put your name down email me. The mini album is made as part of the project x

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  16. This is wonderful, congrats on winning at Simon Says Stamp. It's an awesome project.

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    1. Thank you Claudine. I am honoured to have been picked. I love a challenge and to be picked is the cherry on the cake! No calories either ;-)

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  17. WOW!!! I don't even know what to say besides that, probably because my jaw hit the floor and I haven't picked it up yet. I mean...WOW!! You are so deserving of this win and any other prizes which have been invented out there for the most creative projects EVER. WOW!! Words just don't do it justice. I saw you over on the SS challenge blog as one of the Top Three, and SO deserving are you. WOW!

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    1. Thank you so much Shea. I am pleased as punch with all the lovely comments this project has attracted. I have a big smile on my face ;-)

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  18. Helen it's wonderful, i'm stunning! I love your creation!!!! Barbarayaya

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    1. Thank you Barbarayaya I so happy with all the wonderful comments this project has gotten x

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  19. This is so beautiful. The thought that went into this, the artistry and feeling, I am honored to be on your blog looking at your stunning work!

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    1. Thank you so much for your kind words Jessica. x

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  20. This is awesome! Love the way it keeps opening up. Congrats on your win!

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    1. Thank you Maura - I am a happy bunny right now x

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  21. Oh my-I must pin this-gorgeous and oh so creative. Would love to know how to construct this! ♥ Sue Kment

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    1. Hi Sue so glad you liked it enough to pin it! I am going to sell the pattern and video tutorials in my (very new) shop so keep an eye on my blog I am part way through filming it. x

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  22. Congrats on a very well deserved top 3. This is stunning. Thought I commented yesterday but maybe not. Such a great design and beautifully created.

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  23. Ps. Is there a template for this?

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  24. Sensational! Congrats on your top 3 spot - so well deserved!
    Alison x

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  25. This is just amazing.
    Happy crafting, Angela x

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Thank you so much for taking the time to leave me a comment. I always love to read them and if you have a question for me I will reply. Thanks again, Helen x
PS have had stop Anonymous comments as I am getting a lot of spam. I am so sorry to any real commenters that this affects. Feel free to email me if you want to and I will get back to you that way instead x

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