Wednesday, February 9, 2011

Framed!





Well, since I am still away from home, and feeling rather out of my element lately, thought I would share with you a project I did for gifts this year.
These are the inexpensive wood frames from Michael's...all mod-podged and stained and adorned with those oh-so-pretty rhinestone flourishes and Prima flowers. Rather than leaving the inserts empty for a frame, I took the cardboard insert and covered them with contrasting designer paper. That way if the recipient wanted to, they could leave them as is, or add a favorite quote or inspirational verse, using the matting as another "frame." Make sense? I gave these to my daughters, and neither of them have added a picture or anything to the inside.
On the white/black frame I did not paint, instead, I chose a light wood base and it blended really nicely. The blue/brown frame I used a regular minwax wood stain product and antiqued the paper to blend with the darker stain.
On a personal note, I have been at my parent's home helping my Dad transition from the nursing home following knee surgery with the intent of him becoming stronger and building endurance. So right now I am in the caregiving role. In what I can only determine is the providential Lord's plan, my grandmother (mom's mom) passed away shortly after my arrival. So that has added to the length and also the breadth of this trip...now I am in the midst of funeral arrangements. Although a bit sad for my mom in losing her mother, at the age of 94, I am grateful that she had her as long as she did.
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12 comments:

  1. Beautiful frames! great gift ideas!

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  2. Traci, I love altered art projects and this frame is super cute! Thanks for sharing!

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  3. These are beautiful Traci. I know your girls must have loved them. I am praying for strength during this difficult time. Hugs

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  4. Traci, I'm sorry to hear of your family's loss. It's an inevitability, but still difficult to accept. You're a good daughter to be there for your parents, and I know your presence was especially appreciated at this time. Your frames are beautiful with the papers, flowers and flourishes! Wonderful gifts, and I can understand why your daughters would find it hard to cover those pretty insides!

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  5. First, I'm so sorry for yet another major emotional trauma in your life. You are certainly going through some trials, dear friend. Please know that I'm continuing to pray for you...for strength and endurance...AND for burdens to lessen. Know you don't look at any of them as true burdens...still there is a heaviness of responsibility when providing such care, especially in the midst of loss. I'm so sorry.

    Secondly, your frames are gorgeous. Love what you did to lightly distress...without losing any elegance. Fantastic gifts and love the versatility of decorating the inside as you did. Love them.

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  6. Traci.....these are fabulous.....wow....I may have to think about doing some of these for the holidays.....elegant and gorgeous

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  7. Traci...I commented on your creations but forgot to also extend my sympathy in your loss....on the positive side I am glad to hear your dad is transitioning back to home...that must be a relief for you to know that things are somewhat returning to a new normal

    Hugs to you and yours

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  8. Traci these are gorgeous frames!!! I love them both and I know your daughters treasure them! So sorry for all you are going through right now! Praying for strength and comfort... and special blessings reserved for those who lovingly and sacrificially give care to their aging parents!

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  9. Beautiful frames, Traci!

    I'm sorry about your grandmother's passing and all you are having to deal with right now. May you find strength in your faith, family, and friends, sweetie.

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  10. Traci these frames are beautiful. I am so sorry for your loss. I know the time with your family will be even more special this coming weekend. Big hugs.

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  11. I love the wintery look of your blog and the gorgeous as always projects you've shared since my last visit. Also, I am sorry for the loss of your grandmother.

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