I painted all the edges black to go with my theme and then cut each paper down to the correct size. It was time consuming but good to do.
I labeled each side so that I would know the correct direction to put items and words and thank goodness I did!
I kept cutting paper and glueing to give my sides some layers.
Once everything was dry it was time to decorate each side. I kept everything in the same color pallete of Tiffany Blue, black, and some pink to keep with my inspo-"Breakfast at Tiffanys". I wanted to keep clean lines and add an air of elegence to my ATB. I also added white feathers and pearls to keep it "soft".
Now for the Sweet Twist and Disguise! Keeping with the Breakfast at Tiffany's theme, I made a washcloth cupcake to put in the ATB. How many of you have eaten a cupcake for breakfast? I have! So cute.
This ATB is for a swap buddy and she lives far away so I knew I couldn't ship a real cupcake. I made this one from a rolled washcloth and then added the "wrapper" and some bling. Fun and easy to do! The feet of the box are some blinged beads.
This project will be shared with the following:
Mixed Media Monthly Challenge (HERE)-Ribbons/Twines/Fibers-I used lots of Tiffany Blue ribbon
EileenHull Art with Heart Challenge (HERE)-October Tricks and Treats (my trick and my treat is the "cupcake" inside the ATB
Inspiration Emporium-In Disguise (HERE) (my cupcake is a washcloth, my ATB is actually a cupcake holder, and my bling diamond like pieces are shhhh! fake) :)
The Mirror Crack'd-Body Beautiful (HERE)(I used a curvaceous dress form, think Audrey Hepburn.
Country View Challenge-Sparkle and Bling. (HERE) (This wouldn't pass for Breakfast at Tiffany's without bling and sparkle right? Lol! I used so many blinged items and sparkle, loves it in this piece!)
Hello Miss Pawsitively, well I'm sure glad you decided to try a ATB, this is pawsitively BRILLIANT so gorgeous, chic, and elegant, wow I love the color theme all the embellishments, love the dress form and frame, then the oh so real looking cupcake, well it's a winner already, so good luck with all the challenges, you have to win on one of them. I always use coasters to make mine but you have inspired me to make one like this, thanks for sharing hope you have a pawsitively wonderful weekend, :O)..
ReplyDeleteDianne you are too sweet! Thank you so very much for the comment, it means the world to me. I also left you some love on your blog and so hope you have a wonderful weekend as well.
ReplyDeleteThis is a stunning project! LOVE all the details, colors and design. The cupcake is so clever and no calories!! LOL!! Thanks for joining us in this month's Mixed Media Monthly Challenge!
ReplyDeleteThank you Lynn. What girl doesn't love a no calorie cupcake? Lol. It was fun to make as well.
DeleteThis is a gorgeous ATB!! I love the colors and the details on all the sides. That ribbon bow is FAB! Thanks for joining us this month at The Mixed Media Monthly Challenge.
ReplyDeleteThank you Donna. I made the bow with my Bowdabra. That thing comes in so handy, especially around the holidays.
ReplyDeleteI simply love your ATB, the colours, textures and all the details. Thanks for sharing it with us at The Mirror Cracked challenge.
ReplyDeleteWell thank you Lucyna! I am usually a grunge girl so this is a bit different for me but I would do it all over again. Lol.
ReplyDeleteYour box is really, really pretty - the colours and textures are wonderful and I love that cupcake surprise inside! Thanks so much for joining in our In Disguise Challenge at Inspiration Journal.
ReplyDeleteThank you too for joining in Eileen Hull's Art With Heart - Tricks and Treats Challenge too! Anne x
So glad you found the disguise! Hehe! Thank you for stopping by, Redanne, and leaving your sweet words.
ReplyDeleteYou did disguise the cupcake! I had no idea that was going to be inside! Love the colors of your ATB!
ReplyDeleteThanks for joining us at Art with Heart!
Lol! I sure did and this cupcake can be shipped worry free. So glad you stopped by Meme and thank you b
ReplyDeleteI hope this is the first of many ATBs! =) Thank you for joining in the Art with Heart challenge this month. =) You did a great job.
ReplyDeleteI know this isn't the last ATB I will ever make. Thank you for stopping by Lisa.
DeleteFabulous! What a gorgeous make! Thanks so much for adding it to our challenge at Countryview Crafts!
ReplyDeleteThank you Astrid. Bling and sparkle, bling and sparkle!
ReplyDeleteOh wow, this must have taken a long time! So much attention to detail, love it! Thanks for playing along in the Mixed Media Challenge!
ReplyDeleteI was surprised that it didn't take longer. The ATBs are a full days work with drying time that is for sure. Thanks Lynn!
Deletebreakfast at tiffanys! i love the theme! I have never seen an 'atb' until this month and now I've seen tons! They look like so much fun! Thank you so much for playing with the Mixed Media Monthly Challenge!
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Thank you Rachel. It was a challenge but the Artists on the Block helped me figure out what kind of paper/cardstock to use to create the box. I would recommend ATBs to any crafter. :)
ReplyDeleteVery, very cute! Love the colours and Breakfast at Tiffiany's is a wonderful film - love those old movies. I've not followed the trend to try these but after seeing yours I think I may try!
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