This one used to look like this.
Cardboard. I added a little dimension, followed by multiple coats of thickened paint. I used a gypsum based powder to add thickness to the paint.
I could have stopped here, but I decided I wanted a little color. The image I used is from an old book of mine. I reduced the image, and copied it onto a copy of blue ledger paper (I wanted to preserve the original sheets). I then tore the edges, and decoupaged it to the top.
I decoupaged more paper to the inside.
This was a fun redesign. Making cardboard pretty.
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That sure is making cardboard pretty Rosemary! Nice.
ReplyDeleteOnly you could transform cardboard like this! Such a romantic piece now.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful job Rosemary. I love it. Have a good week.
ReplyDeleteOh so pretty! I love that you did the inside too.
ReplyDeleteYou are so amazing. I love everything you do.
ReplyDeleteKeep them coming.
Thank you.
Judi
This is just stunning, Rosemary! I love all of the texture you added, and the image on the vintage ledger paper is such a wonderful touch! You have so many incredibly creative ideas:)!
ReplyDeleteI especially love the surprise of opening the box and finding the pretty paper on the inside. Very nice, Rosemary.
ReplyDeleteSo pretty, Rosemary! You make everything look so beautiful and timeless:) Even the inside of the box with the vintage script is sooo pretty! Thanks for the inspiration! Have a great week ahead!~Poppy
ReplyDeleteyou could make a trash can look pretty!!
ReplyDeletekeep it coming ...Kane is just ahead
Very pretty, Rosemary! I love the paper you used and the depth you've added to something that was plain before.
ReplyDeleteThat is so pretty--you sure do a lot of beautiful projects!
ReplyDeleteWhat a pretty transformation!
ReplyDeleteI love this! You have such a gift.
ReplyDeleteIt's great that the inside is just as special as the outside! I love the texture, too.
ReplyDelete-Revi
Rosemary, I love to alter boxes too. Your better at it than I. Your box is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteWith this, cardboard becomes a magical, mystery box! ~ Maureen
ReplyDeleteRosemary, your talent and savvy style is just fabulous! I just love the raised design on this. Who knew cardboard could look so not cardboard?? ;)
ReplyDeleteBeuatiful! I am impressed by your work.
ReplyDeleteLOL -- I wasn't SURE this was you but then I thought, "She transforms wood. Why not cardboard?" And sure enough . . it's you :) This is lovely -- I have a feeling NOTHING is off limits for you to transform!
ReplyDeleteSure is making cardboard pretty! The cardboard actually looks like plaster! Great job Rosemary.
ReplyDeleteYou'd never know that this started life as a simple cardboard box. Another beautiful transformation!
ReplyDeleteI love how you added the writing on the inside of it. That turned out nice.
ReplyDeleteGreat redesign, so pretty box:-)
ReplyDeleteHugs, Biljana
What a beautiful little box! Love the script you added to the inside too...so pretty!
ReplyDelete~Des
Rosemary, you did a beautiful job!
ReplyDeleteRosemary you always inspire and amaze me! Your box is beautiful!
ReplyDeletexoxo
Karena
Art by Karena
THe dimension sounds like a new supply I need!! Beautiful box, Rosemary.
ReplyDeleteJust lovely Rosemary!
ReplyDeleteLorraine
Sweet little box Rosemary!
ReplyDeletehard to believe that it is cardboard. very pretty. :)
ReplyDeleteGorgeous, Rosemary! I love that a cheap little cardboard box can end up looking so pretty! That dimension technique is just an amazing transformation technique! :)
ReplyDeletexoxo laurie
This is really pretty! Who would ever know that it started as a basic cardboard box? This is a great transformation!!
ReplyDeleteDarling Rosemary it's just so pretty! I love the choice of adding the writing inside.
ReplyDeleteHave a good day
Silvia
Love the raised areas of the box, and the gorgeous engraved print. The inside is just wonderful. You are a real romantic! xo
ReplyDeleteHello Rosemary,
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As usual another absolutely beautiful project!!!
Have a wonderful day,
Beverly
Love the image on the box. I do not do anything with images but bought a copy of Edith Wharton's The House of Mirth (love that title) today because I need to read it and it has some lovely illustrations. If you see it, do snap it up. Thanks so much for your support today. Pray I make it through. hugs, olive
ReplyDeleteThat project was amazing. I will have to give something like that a try . It stirred up some creative energy that has been asleep. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteBecky
Did I tell you I have a thing for boxes, too? Who wouldn't love to have this for their secret treasures?
ReplyDeleteNow there's a lovely transformation! Great job. So inspiring. Cheers,
ReplyDeleteGen from
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Beautiful! I just picked up a book of French prints at a thrift store. This is such a good idea for the boxes I have around.
ReplyDeleteNothing is safe from your creative talents! What a beautiful way to transform plain cardboard. I must go get out my cardboard books & play now. Thanks for another wonderful piece of inspiration!.
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