Here's a new page for my version of Kate Crane's calendar project. I'm also joining Linda Ledbetter's StudioL3 challenge and the current challenges at Simon Says Stamp and Show and Paper Issues. Linda's challenge is based on Tim Holtz's book, the Compendium of Curiosities Volume 2, and this week the focus is on Distress Markers. I used the second of the two techniques Tim outlines on page 50 for this page.
The focus on my page is the new leaf stamps designed by Mario Rossi III. I love the blueprint measurements he's included around them.... so unique! I've used the Sizzix Word Play and Hexagon dies, and dry embossed the letters for added texture.
The markers are reactive to water and you can really do some awesome coloring with them. I finished the page up with some favorite stamps and stencils.
And here's a peek at the finished September:
Ten down, two to go! Thanks for visiting.
I hope you have a great week.
Marjie
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A great calendar Marjie...the leaves stamps are so nice!And those sweet colours together...gorgeous!
You did so well on both months!! Compliments
greetings, Alie :-)
Posted by: Alie Hoogenboezem-de Vries | 10/01/2012 at 04:57 AM
Oh, I love these colors!!! They make me want to dance. And what a fun layout for the calendar...vertically instead of horizontal. All this and fluttering leaves and hexagons, too? Your work just fills my heart with joy!
Posted by: kathy/NorthCarolina | 10/01/2012 at 05:32 AM
Love your calendar pages Marie! Great vibrant colours and I love those leaf stamps! I have yet to try. Hopefully next year!
Wishes
Debbie
^..^
Posted by: Debbie Reid | 10/01/2012 at 06:23 AM
The colours are gorgeous. I love the stitching and the leaves - fab page!
Posted by: Alexa Noble | 10/01/2012 at 06:47 AM
Wow, I love the colours and stamps you used on your page!!!
Posted by: Anesha | 10/01/2012 at 07:32 AM
Beautiful colors!!!
Posted by: Dorothy | 10/01/2012 at 07:44 AM
Wow really stunning Marjie!! The colours are amazing!
Posted by: Sharon | 10/01/2012 at 08:03 AM
Love your October calandar. This is my favorite time of the year and you captured the fall colors perfectly.
Posted by: Stacy | 10/01/2012 at 08:13 AM
Oh, these are just beautiful. I love how soft the pages are. Thank you for sharing all your tools. What a great idea!
Posted by: Kimberly | 10/01/2012 at 08:55 AM
Wow !!! Beautiful autumnal/fall feel. Loving the stitch detail :)
Posted by: krisandkreate | 10/01/2012 at 08:57 AM
i'm drooling... big time! wow, such a rich colors!!
i'm in love... :)
Posted by: france papillon | 10/01/2012 at 09:31 AM
these pages are beyond awesome!
Posted by: 2amscrapper | 10/01/2012 at 09:41 AM
Love your calendar pages! I haven't gotten bit yet by the journaling bug, but this looks like a great way to get started. I just don't get making art pages that are hidden between the covers of a book.
Posted by: Stephanie Rodgers | 10/01/2012 at 09:49 AM
Lovely Calendar, wonderful colours, love the leaves! Hugs, Valerie
Posted by: Valerie-Jael | 10/01/2012 at 09:51 AM
Your calendar pages are just wonderful! It's been a joy waiting for each month..no disappointments! I think I might give this a go for next year...if I remember! lol
Posted by: SusanK | 10/01/2012 at 11:08 AM
Fantastic colors and love the blueprint .
Posted by: Sharon | 10/01/2012 at 11:41 AM
What a great use of those stamps, which I did not think I needed. Love how we do that to each other! This is so Fall Fabulous! Love it! Happy October!
Posted by: Terry | 10/01/2012 at 12:48 PM
Oh Marjie, your October page is fabulous, I love Mario III's stamps (Only problem is I want them all!) and it is only when I think of them that I get an impression of the size of your calendar pages - wow. The autumnal colours are beautiful and blended so well. The leaves are stunning and love that faux stitching around each section - the whole thing is beautiful. Love September blues too. Crafty hugs, Anne x
Posted by: Anne R | 10/01/2012 at 12:57 PM
Just love the colours, stamped images and the faux stitching is wonderful. Great to see you've finished september too! Need to make sure I sit on my hands so I don't buy those stamps - just bought other stuff so need to be good!
Juliax
Posted by: Julia | 10/01/2012 at 01:07 PM
OOH! I love this! What fun colors and shapes! You've got my mind a'churnin' with inspiration ;)
Posted by: Julie Case | 10/01/2012 at 03:42 PM
Marjie, this calendar page is beautiful. I love everything about it.
paula
Posted by: paula c | 10/02/2012 at 12:36 AM
My on my Marjie, this is a stunning calendar page with a real flavour of autumn. Your ability to use colour, to design and to create masterpieces is amazing. I really love this.
hugs {brenda} xox
Posted by: Brenda Brown | 10/02/2012 at 07:03 AM
LOVE the happy colors for October!!. Amazing stamps, love the acorn & leaves.
Posted by: Shahrul Niza | 10/02/2012 at 08:06 AM
Can hardly believe that October page - it's completely stunning! Glorious colours, fantastic use of the leaf blueprints - and your hexagonal days are just fabulous! I love it (could you tell?)...
Alison x
Posted by: butterfly | 10/02/2012 at 08:12 AM
Such a gorgeous calendar page, Marjie! I love all the layers in your background and your colored leaves add the perfect touch for October!
Posted by: Penny | 10/02/2012 at 10:20 AM