Stacey put a quote from Winston Churchill on the Spellbinders blog that I love -“Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.” Not that I was a failure by any means, I just didn't make the team. And, I am not devastated that I didn't make it. Making it to the final round was such an affirmation of my work. So thank you Spellbinders for the opportunity.
The email that cameto me was encouraging. Stating that I am talented - I am valued - I am a success. So life goes on and I will see where the next step takes me.
That being said here are the projects that I submitted for the competition. This first one was the card for Round 1.
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For Round 2 I had to make a mixed media piece as well as a video tutorial. This totally took me out of my comfort zone, but they liked it enough to move me to the final round. Here is a link to the YouTube video as well. Click here.
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| Round 2 Mixed Media |
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| Round 2 Mixed Media |
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| Round 2 Mixed Media |
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| Round 2 Mixed Media |
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| Round 2 Mixed Media |
For the final round I was sent the Gold label 4 dies that I was instructed to use on my project. The project was to be a scrapbook layout. I decided to use my friend's daughters beach wedding as my inspiration for the layout. Also the title is a play on her new last name. It's pronounced "Shoes". Hence the title is a new and the beach shoes.
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| Final Round Entry-(I sponged and stamped this beach scene) |
Well, that's it for me for today. Hope your day is a blessed one. So until next time.........inky hugs
Mary, each and every one of your entries is outstanding! You should be very proud of your work! I know there will be many more great opportunities for you my friend!
ReplyDeleteOh my WORD Mary, your work is stellar!! That first card knocks my socks off, the mixed whatever u call it - holy shnikes u did awesome and that stuff makes my lips freeze! The play on words on your scrapbook page is perfection! And your beach scene - awesome!!! They must have had a hard time making that choice! I know your talent will take you to new an challenging places! All that talent and u have leadership skills too, AND you're as sweet as sweet can be! Be proud!! Hugs!! Karrn
ReplyDeleteOh, dang! Don't be at all discouraged, I am sure it was a very difficult and close decision with all of those entries. Your work is always so gorgeous Mary, and it is a testament to that to make it that far in the competition. You rock!
ReplyDeleteWow Mary - you did a fabulous job! I am IN LOVE with that beach scene with the added texture! Just awesome! Sorry you didn't make the Team, but its not for lack of talent! Good for you for at trying!!
ReplyDeleteWOW, you sure did have to do a lot of work!! I love your mixed media pieces; they are so bright and happy. I like how well they go together also. You could hang them in a little grouping. Your beach scenes are awesome!! The beach has feelings of romance, and also feelings of being close to God. You portrayed it wonderfully. I love the sand dollars. You should feel proud of yourself. You did a lot of nice work, and I'm sure you grew because of it. :>)
ReplyDeleteVery nice projects Mary! congrats for sure in getting to the finals - that in itself is a WIN!!!
ReplyDeleteAmazing work you have done here Mary! You ARE very talented and I love your project submissions!
ReplyDeleteI'm just in AWE!! Your projects are so creative - the melon baller is amazing!!! You are so talented!
ReplyDeleteSo sorry you didn't make it this year Mary, but you're right...there's always next year! And I LOVE that quote, so true! All of these creations are awesome!
ReplyDeleteI am sorry to hear that you didn't make the team Mary. While the wuote is right, it always nice to win. :) Beautiful projects though.
ReplyDeleteI like the positive words you heard- You are talented (YES!), you are values and a success! Wonderful work you submitted- love all of the projects- WOW!
ReplyDeleteMary, your cards are lovely. You were obviously "a contender." Take heart. Making cards isn't your only talent. You also tell wonderful stories about life and happiness. It's a favorite part of your blog for me. Thanks for sharing your life and your work!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on making it past the first round! I especially like your beach scene and the net over it--very clever!
ReplyDeleteWowzers...all of your submissions are fabulous!! Love that scrapbook page with so many amazing details! I think you're a winner in every way that counts!
ReplyDeleteWell Mary IM sorry you didnt make the final round but my friend you made it thru the others and thats a feat in itself!! All your creations are stunning!!
ReplyDeleteBlessings :)
Mary, you're still a winner in my book!!! Please try again next year because each and every one of your creations are so wonderful! You're so talented and creative!!
ReplyDeleteLove all your submissions - so much detail and just loveliness!
Lynn
Mary, these are absolutely wonderful! They definitely show your talent in using the dies!
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