Featured in the latest issue of Somerset Life (Oct/Nov/Dec) I created my own seed packets using wax paper, parchment paper, paper scraps/ephemera and other odds n’ends. This project came about soon after I received some store bought seed packets from generous Ellen in the mail…from mail to magazine, this was such a fun and unexpected occurrance (I love it when ideas just pop up in your head!) And speaking of unexpected things, this project made its way onto the cover…thank you Stampington for this sunny surprise!
Inside this same issue of Somerset Life you’ll find another project of mine which uses recycled materials (shopping bag handles, old buttons or the extra ones that often come attached to new clothes) to create bracelets and a cuff. I love making something new using something old!
The how-to instructions for both of these projects are included within the articles. And within the article, “A Seed Packet Surprise” you’ll also find the how-to instructions to create my “grow” necklace. Happy creating!
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Oh boy! I am feeling the inspiration flowing and the excitement building. Can’t wait to get this copy and see your pieces up close. I have been wanting to make some cuffs for a long time now – they have been on “the list” – now I am truly inspired. Thank you, thank you, thank you! And the seed packets are wonderful. You have made me more aware of all the materials I used to throw away and now save. I’ve even got my husband asking before he throws something away – “Are you saving this?” I love it!
October 1st, 2010
Yes, yes, yes!!! Congratulations, Becky. I love that you are the cover feature, too. The projects are both wonderful and just your style of simple materials, gentle and softened colors and WORDS! I am so pleased for you.If there are two things I love to create with, they are words and birds (I didn’t realize that would rhyme!)
Thank you so much for your kind note the other day. I am still fighting off an ear/sinus infection (a new one for me) and to feel so understood touched me at a very deep level.
Sending you big hugs. You are such an inspiration!
Suz
October 1st, 2010
I love that you are on the cover! Seeds of inspiration grew into this
amazing, recycled art~ I love that you put the seed type, Annuals and
what a surprise! I love your bracelets and seed packets, so many wonderful ideas that could grow into unique OOAK gifts~ Your work
influences using what you have and make it beautiful~Thanks Becky
for continuing to delight and surprise us! xXx
October 1st, 2010
Hey Becky ~ Congratulations on being a cover girl! I am not surprised though, because your artwork is exquisite. I’ll be planning a trip to Barnes & Noble later today to pick up this issue.
xo
jeanne
October 1st, 2010
YEA!!! I am leaving the day job to hit the bookstore today to get my copy. So happy for you, Becky. I bet you were thrilled about the cover too. These are REALLY pretty. You use alot of neutrals and rich earthtones but I love how you added a splash of color in the seed packets. I’m always inspired by how you use recycled materials. I pat myself on the back when I “shop” my own studio. Then, there is you…wax paper, cereal box inserts…You are amazing!
p.s. – yes, I have finally started a blog. I left the email you have though. I’m still getting in the groove of checking my new gmail.
October 1st, 2010
How exciting is that!!! Congratulations on your beautiful cover.
October 1st, 2010
congratulations Becky! Your work is so lovely and I always love seeing it in the pages of Somerset publications. And you little birdie look adorable on the Brave Girls email today! 🙂
October 1st, 2010
As always, love what you come up with! I’m excited to get me copy and learn how to make those very cute bracelets! I’ve been saving up the cereal box liners to make some butterflies!
October 1st, 2010
everytime i come here it is a lesson of beauty and love.
i will take my little guy with me to the bookstore tomorrow morning to pick up my copy. have a wonderful weekend.
October 1st, 2010
Thank you all, for your ever so sunny comments. This is a great way to start off the weekend…thanks!
October 1st, 2010
becky….YIPPY! i am in utah right now on a little stop before brave girls camp and i just checked my email and was tickled to see your birdie on their daily truths in my inbox! i giggled out loud.
you are so incredibly talented. i hope one day to be able to meet you and give you a big hug for all the inspiration you give to me.
enjoy your weekend.
xo
c
October 2nd, 2010
Oh Becky these pieces are just stunning. I don’t know if I can get that mag here in Australia but I am certainly going to try. Your work always makes me smile, thank you
love me 🙂
October 3rd, 2010
I am so thrilled for you, Becky. How wonderful to be a covergirl!! Fabulous.
October 3rd, 2010
You always add a little something sunny to my day Becky! Congrats on the feature! I will have to pick up a copy. 🙂
Much Love,
Jenny
October 4th, 2010
Becky – it was so nice to share these pages with you – I was honored!
October 5th, 2010
Thank you Cathy, and your cuffs are very beautiful…thank you for sharing them.
October 6th, 2010
Oh Becky what a smashing idea with the seed packets.. love that! And those cuffs I have been noticing a lot lately, they are fast becoming one of my favorite things. I’ll be hitting the book store for this issue for sure!
October 6th, 2010
Becky,
Congrats on being a cover girl! I LOVE the seed packets, that is such a wonderful idea. I have to say that on looking back on the art that has inspired me to buy these magazines, I never realized before that your artwork is a large part of it. I love all of your work and am always on the hunt to find something to buy so I can recreate (in my own way) your projects. I was just at an antique fair in Minneapolis and found a beautiful old change purse!!! Not that easy to find!
Hugs,
Ivy
October 7th, 2010
Thank you Ivy…this means a lot to me. Good luck with your change purse project and please let me know if you have any questions regarding how I created mine (featured in a previous issue of Somerset Studio.)
October 7th, 2010
Oh these are so clever. You are truly an inspiration (in more ways than just being super creative) and I thank you from the bottom of my heart!
October 9th, 2010
Oh Becky! Congratulations, I’m so excited for you! I adore everything you do and can’t wait to see these latest projects. I love your use of recycled materials and your use of birds in your creations and these are so very charming.
October 12th, 2010
A big congrats Becky! That is awesome! I always love finding your creations in these magazines.
October 13th, 2010
congratulations! i just got my copy this weekend and took it with me for my day of freedom! What a wonderful treat!
October 14th, 2010
I found your address via Somerset life. Your work is amazing and inspiring. Congratulations.
November 1st, 2010
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