Thursday, June 04, 2009

Altered book collaborative

I am involved with a group that exchanges books every month. Each person has chosen their own theme. This book belongs to Leann Meixner and her theme is Newspapers. I used the personal ads from a Dutch newspaper for my background and wrote a quote (unknown author)on the left hand side of the spread. On the right I used a photo transfer of a newspaper boy. The dangles on the right are some old tiny typeset letters that I soldered rings to and tied to the page with embroidery floss. The pages were made as tip-ins and sewn in. I wanted to use heavier paper than what was in the book.

13 comments:

Mary said...

It's so beautiful, and PERFECT for the theme. Wow.

Leann said...

Oh, Ingrid, it's wonderful!! Thank you so!

Terri Kahrs said...

Ingrid, I absolutely adore your journals, and this is exquisite! As always, you've paid beautiful attention to detail with the embellishments. Gorgeous!

jackie said...

Your art never ceases to AMAZE me!! Just lovely!!

stregata said...

These pages are stunning! Love the embellishments (I have several pounds of those old lead typeset letters)! Your work is really so inspiring!!

Lindart said...

I love this page! The quote is great and the newspaper boy is perfect! I love the snow! What a great idea for the edges -you're always thinking!!

Ashlyn said...

you did a Great job! It's put together well and I love the quote! :)
Hugs, Ashlyn

Carolyn Albro said...

Wow!!! This is just beautiful. Is this a public group? I'd love to see more pictures like this.

Anonymous said...

WOW, what a wonderful spread and the addition of the type set letters adds just the perfect touch.

Unknown said...

I've just recently discovered your blog from the Mi ab group. Took a look back at your post to March. Love your stuff. Will definitely be back.
Karla

Seth said...

Such a beautiful spread.

Patti Sandham said...

Vera Kewl! You put a lot of thought into your ephemera and all the details. I bet she will LOVE IT! and the typeset dangles are just perfect accent.

Cheers

Elizabeth said...

This book spread is absolutely wonderful!! the transfer and the soldered letters are such wonderful touches!! You are amazing!!
LOved seeing your article in the Jewelry magazine- It is about time youa re getting the recognition that you so richly deserve!!
Hugs!
Elizabeth

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