DECEMBER 2010 WE SAID GOOD-BYE FOR
THE LAST TIME TO ALICE CAMILLA FOR
HOSTING THE DRESS UP CHALLENGE.
DRESS UP 2011 WOULD NOT HAVE BEEN IF IT WERE
NOT FOR
ANGELA
AT SEW LOQUACIOUS.
Angela added a new flavor to this year's challenge.
There will still be a new theme each month, but this
year the THEME WILL BE ART INSPIRED.
This month it is IMPRESSIONIST ART...or design your
DRESS based on movement.
I chose this beautiful example that ANGELA
listed as an example on her blog.
TWO DANCERS ENTERING THE STAGE
BY~ EDGAR DEGAS
I chose his work both for Grace, Beauty, and the
stunning costume.
I looked at those stunning costumes and ask myself,
"Debbie...have you lost your mind? You have only been
doing ATC's for 6 months!"......Well I say TRY and TRY big.
I tried over and over again to have Walker, my official
studio assistant be the second ballerina but he was
too occupied with butterflies that were fluttering
all around him and my dress...................
A little Angel sent many butterflies to carry the dress off
the heap of redoes and tell me,
"THIS DRESS WILL DO!"
This is the sweet neckline and the waist.
My dress is made from a light grainy grey paper glued to
card stock. It is then covered with white vintage lace and the neck
is a scalloped decorative lace.
The waist line has paper magnolias with a red simulated ruby
in each center.
It doesn't show clearly in the picture but there are lots of
ruffled tulle with tiny silver stars.
It looked so enchanting and had movement.
A PICTURE IS SNAPPED
A COMPLETED PAPER DRESS
THE ANGEL SINGS
THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH FOR
DROPPING BY TO SHARE THE SHOWING
OF SIMPLY DEBBIE'S
JANUARY 2011
DRESS UP.
THANK YOU ANGELA FOR ALL YOUR HARD WORK.
AND KEEP YOU UNTIL WE BLOG AGAIN.
HAVE A SUGAR SWEET DAY
HUGS
SIMPLY DEBBIE
16 comments:
WOW Debbie..lovely POST. How did you know that Post Impressionism is my very FAV when it comes to Art History and Degas my FAV painter. Aren't his ballet portraits so special?
I am so happy that you found a creative art form that you so enjoy working with.
Also LOVE your new Header, or whatever they call them..I am so happy in my heart that you put Amy's name on the Angel Wing. I know she is smiling & so happy with this tribue from you.
Thanks for ALL YOU DO..Praying for those in NEED. You are a very special lady in my book.
Carol from
Good "Ol Texas
Debbie I wanted to thank you for your prayers and I have built trust and faith again with hp..surgery was minimal and I was able to take care of myself..everything I worried about did not happen..again! LOL xxoo Denise
PS I love your blog banner! Happy Pink Saturday $ New Year
Debbie,
Your dress is simply stunning! You've done a fantastic job interpreting Degas' painting...and using it as your inspiration! I love love the stars on the tulle!!! I can't wait to see the dress you do next month! I think you are really like the artist I've selected for February's theme!
Angela
Oh Debbie, this dress is simply divine! You are SOOOO talented and you hugged my heart with your darling words! What a blessing!Thank you for telling me to take time for myself, it is such an easy thing to forget to do! I am counting my blessings and my tears are gone! Thank you sweet friend. Many beautiful hugs, your kindness is amazing!
Your friend,
Olivia
PS
I came back to see Amy's sweet name on the wings.....BEAUTIFUL!
oh this is so cute.... I like it....great interpitation
Your dress is spot on, it has all the beautify and movement of the painting, love the little touches you have added.
That is just darling! You are so talented, and I know you will do well with your sewing also.
Such a cinderella dress with that pretty tulle skirt. Can't imagine why Walker didn't want to cooperate. Thanks for coming over and appreciate you leaving such a nice comment on my blog.
Debie
lindo o vestido de anjo!
tenha um excelente domingo abençoado!
What a great way to interpret this challenge and a great way to start the new year. I felt the challenge was a bit too restrictive for me this year, but I love how you interpreted it. I was being too literal, as always.
Thanks for stopping by. So, where in KS are you moving to? I am in Wichita, but I assume you know that. Just a hop, skip, and a jump onto the interstate to McPherson, too!
Happy New Year dear Debbie! Love these artsy things you've been doing!! Isn't is fun to let some of that creativity out??
Blessings to you and yours in 2011!!
Big huge hugs!! Sherry
PS Praying for the people on your prayer list!
I love your dress - awesome taste. Sandie
Gorgeous, just gorgeous!
Lindo!!!
Lindo!!!
Parabéns querida.
Happy New Year--may it be the best yet!!
Hi Debbie,
Your dress is so adorable and feminine! I sit here imagining myself in it. As always, your creativity inspires me! Have a blessed and happy month. Can't wait to see February's dress.
Hugs,
LisaKay
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