Happy 2! by Mandy

 Thank you, Denise for hosting this month's super fun challenge!  I created a "rustic" distressed country canvas using a photo of my great nephew.  The beautiful photo was taken by a local photographer - "Kylin Lyons Photography"  I was inspired by the "rustic" background in the photo.

This beautiful little boy turned 2 in September and I thought I'd create something special based on this month's theme.

I created a "stone work" background using a stencil, heavy gel and heat embossing using ultra thick clear powder.  I hand painted over the stenciled/embossed work.

Too bad I covered up some of the stencil work in the background but I wanted to add a little color using flowers.

I was going to tuck the photo inside the pocket seen at the left but it covered too much of the photo.  I cut a pocket off of an old pair of jeans and cut the pocket down the center then sewed in a zipper.

 

You still have plenty of time to show us your "Early Birthday Years" project!

Create a project about yourself, your children, a member of your family, or a special someone - an early year birthday celebration!

Thank you to our sponsors for providing amazing prizes this month!

1st Prize:

Molossi Gift Pack (Chipboard, Bling and Flowers)

2nd Prize: RAK from Denise

(Paper, Chipboard, Mini Album, Stamps, Flowers, Flower Soft and Wood Hearts)

3rd Prize: RAK from Sandra

Technique Tuesday Dies, Kaisercraft Stamp)

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Thank you and we hope to see your beautiful creations!

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