The theme over at Alpha Stamps this month is "Star Crossed Lovers" (which I love!) For my project I began by embellishing a Hinged Wood Chest with Clasp with glitter and stars and adding wheels...
... then I altered a series of cards with the romanitcal lusty theme to fit inside.
I then added some wax and embedded glitter, stars and small heart shaped beads.
I love the way the wax gives a cloudy, dreamy quality to the pieces.
On these cards I've simply used regular candle wax but it has it's drawbacks... if your flame doesn't burn cleanly you run the risk of lampblack/soot getting into the clean wax.
Plain candle wax is actually quite brittle when dried and will easily crack so care must be take afterwards not to bend the cards. ALSO some candle wax is actually quite greasy (especially true if scented oils have been added).
Using beeswax can help you to avoid these problems. Alpha Stamps offers these beeswax pellets which are much more pliable and resilient and are intended for arty/crafty use.
Want to make your own? Here's what you'll need...
Star Crossed Lovers
Star-Crossed Lovers Add-On Kit
Hinged Wood Chest with Clasp*
Beeswax Pellets

I love what you did with this project! Just so pretty !!!!!!
ReplyDeleteThis is just fabulous- everything about it Nichola!! I do believe this is my all time favorite of your pieces!!
ReplyDeleteVery romantic and elegant project...perfect for Valentines Day!
ReplyDeleteJust love love love this :o) great idea embedding bits into the cards - will have to get my melt-pot out!!
ReplyDeleteJust love love love this :o) great idea embedding bits into the cards - will have to get my melt-pot out!!
ReplyDeleteScrumptious! Love the wax. You have inspired me to attempt to find my wax LOL
ReplyDeleteLovely
Just love the "love" in this project!!
ReplyDeleteVicki
OMG, this is so cool looking, love the box and all it's glitter, and those wheels are too cute! your cards are amazing! I would have never thought to use wax, you know I just have to try this some time now!! LOL! Outstanding job on your creations!!!
ReplyDeletePeace,
KristyLee
I love your work, is fantastic
ReplyDeleteI love looking at your work, and these are like candy for my soul. Just beautiful. Your creativity astounds me. :)
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