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August 19, 2011

Felted Give-Away!

I continue to play with my Janome Xpression felting machine.   I'm slowly getting the hang of it.  I really like the way this piece turned out.   I've decided to give this piece away!



Here's what I did:

gathered together assorted yarns; base 8x8 grey felt

assorted scraps of silk, cotton and blends; each piece felted to top, then turned to back and felted slightly

layers are building up - I like the way silk scrunches up

addition of  polyester  sheer - this looks really cool

addition of assorted yarns and painted cheesecloth

The background reminded me of an underwater scene.   Using my sewing machine, I free motion stitched a fish; enhanced with acrylic ink.  The finished piece measures 6.5x6.5.

If you would like a chance to win this felted piece, simply leave a comment and be or become a follower of  The Artful Diva.   Only one entry per person, please.  (If you don't have a blog with an email address available, please add your email address with your comment.) 

On Wednesday, August 31, 2011, 5PM (EST) I will add up all the comments, put the total into a random generator and announce the winner.
GOOD LUCK!


Go to Pink Saturday for more inspiration.

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48 comments:

  1. johannaAugust 19, 2011 at 5:21 AM

    it turned out fantastic, pat! how generous to give it away! for sure i would love to win it.

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  2. AnonymousAugust 19, 2011 at 8:01 AM

    wow, the work that went into this and the thought,, its beautiful just lovely,

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  3. PamAugust 19, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    Love it, thanks for showing us some on how you did it.

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  4. The Artful DivaAugust 19, 2011 at 3:04 PM

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  5. black eyed susans kitchenAugust 19, 2011 at 3:30 PM

    You call it play...it looks like art to me! Beautiful!

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  6. Jil~Say It With RosesAugust 19, 2011 at 4:03 PM

    You are amazing with your talent of making something unique with a little of this and a little of that!
    I love the fish swimming through sea grass.....
    I am a new follower, thought I already was! lol! Please enter me in your great giveaway!
    HPS!
    Jil

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  7. AniAugust 19, 2011 at 4:18 PM

    I am always amazed by your creativity. I would be so honored to have an opportunity to win something like that. You are a good person to share such happiness with others. Sometimes it's hard for me to give away my crafts because I love them so much! Happy Pink Saturday. You can visit my PS contributions at Buddhatropolis and Lolarati.

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  8. FABBY'S LIVINGAugust 19, 2011 at 4:20 PM

    This is gorgeous, you're so talented my friend, yeah, you are an artful DIVA alright! Thanks for sharing it, for giving it away and for the chance...hope I'm lucky! I'm a happy follower. Happy Pink Sat.!
    FABBY

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  9. LVAugust 19, 2011 at 4:52 PM

    I will have to leave the making to you, but I would truly love to win this. Such pretty work. You are so talented an creative. I think when they passed those qualities around, they overlooked me. I am going to try to become a follower, if I can figure it out.

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  10. LVAugust 19, 2011 at 4:54 PM

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  11. SharonAugust 20, 2011 at 7:22 AM

    I love visiting you each Pink Saturday!!!! This is a fabulous creation - I made a fabric creation this week too but nowhere near as skilled as your beautiful little fish!!!!

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  12. MarianneAugust 20, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    Gorgeous! I could use a cute little fish like that.

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  13. Linda M.August 20, 2011 at 10:09 AM

    Happy Pink Saturday Pat, Thanks for the chance to win your amazing fish felt. I know you explained how you did it but I have know idea how you can do that. I would love to see someone do this in person. So cool! Linda

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  14. poppilinnstudiosAugust 20, 2011 at 10:18 AM

    Wow! That piece is beautiful. You are so creative!
    -Lynn

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  15. PinkimAugust 20, 2011 at 11:25 AM

    Wow, it's lovely and i would love a chance to win this, so please count me in...Pinkim

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  16. TriciaAugust 20, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    Pat - this is lovely! I have done some felting, but nothing like this! Mostly old sweaters that I turn into purses. I love that you showed the steps. I think I might have found a new something to try- I love trying new things. And I love felting. Although I can't imagine how you free-hand stitched that fish- wonderful! As always, I'm inspired by your blog. Happy Pink Sat.!
    Blessings,
    tricia

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  17. TriciaAugust 20, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    Oh, and I'm already a follower! : )

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  18. SJH DAugust 20, 2011 at 1:53 PM

    OMGosh. This is just gorgeous. I am new to this art and I loved that you told what to do step by step. Thank You and thank you for the possibility of this becoming my piece of art. So generous of you.Susan
    3guysandagal@gmail.com

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  19. AnonymousAugust 20, 2011 at 2:20 PM

    I love your little fish!!! Hope your fish swims far and wide along the oceans, rivers, and mountains from your home to mine... You are such an inspiration!!

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  20. LynneAugust 20, 2011 at 3:18 PM

    I love how you have turned everyday bits and pieces into such a lovely piece of art.

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  21. D. Jean QuarlesAugust 20, 2011 at 7:27 PM

    Happy pink day! Wow, that is Incredible! Love it.

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  22. Judy RysAugust 20, 2011 at 7:41 PM

    I love how the polyester sheer melded all the background pieces. Well done!

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  23. Lorraine August 20, 2011 at 9:29 PM

    What a beautiful underwater scene. Your work is very inspiring.

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  24. Dianne GAugust 21, 2011 at 12:11 AM

    I thought I got my comment posted but I guess not. Love the fish would love to be able to make some I have the babylock embellisher. It is fun but haven't used it much yet. Would love and be proud to win this. Thank you for the directions.

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  25. TeresaAugust 21, 2011 at 10:27 AM

    I am new to felting also and I appreciate how you show your steps - it makes me feel braver to try new things also. May your generosity come back to you a hundred fold!

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  26. helenekAugust 21, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    Just joined the needlefelting yahoo group and saw your post. your work is so inspiring. I have Singer embellishre that I've been playing with. would love to win your piece.
    HeleneK

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  27. SunnysewsitAugust 21, 2011 at 12:22 PM

    That fish is great!!! What an inspiration to do things with what you have around. Now I really need to get out my Embellishing machine! Sunny@sevenspringsranch.us

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  28. Donna G.August 21, 2011 at 1:25 PM

    This is so cool! What a beautiful piece and thanks for showing us your process! donnasdesigns@gmail.com

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  29. MoiaAugust 21, 2011 at 3:38 PM

    Hi you, this felted pice of art looks great, and I would love to be the lucky one to win this. Take care, Moia.

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  30. Wilma Simmons (Empress Wu Designs)August 21, 2011 at 5:02 PM

    Great work - thanks for explaining how you did it too. I would like to enter your giveaway and am now following your blog.
    Thanks.

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  31. Evelyn ~ Indigo Beach ArtAugust 21, 2011 at 5:05 PM

    This is so beautiful ~ a work of art!

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  32. ausagdaAugust 21, 2011 at 6:51 PM

    Thanks for the explanation of how you progressed on your art piece very nicely done. Toni Sergent

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  33. AnnesphamilyAugust 21, 2011 at 7:58 PM

    What a wonderful piece of art! Please include me in your giveaway! I love the beautiful colors that you created with this design! So sweet. Have a great week! Anne

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  34. Sandy ChavezAugust 21, 2011 at 10:28 PM

    What a marvelous piece! THANK YOU for the step-by-step on how you achieved your great background, I would never have guessed. I especially liked your use of the sheer and painted gauze. Would be thrilled to receive this piece so I could see it up close. Thanks also for showing what can be done without just roving. Sandy Chavez, Albuquerque, NM

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  35. Ina GoodAugust 22, 2011 at 12:47 PM

    I have a blog inas inklings in feedburner I would love to win this gorgeous work of needlearts felting! being in Florida Fishes R definitely my thing!!!!Hugs,Ina inajrabbit@yahoo.com

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  36. VivienneAugust 22, 2011 at 2:07 PM

    I love it, you made the instructions so clear, I need to win it to compare with the one I am going to try to make too,
    Vivienne

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  37. Becky ConleyAugust 22, 2011 at 3:20 PM

    Very cool project! I love fish art too! :o)

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  38. Geri August 22, 2011 at 3:47 PM

    It's really beautiful - would love to win. Have you linked this giveaway into artsee bloggers giveaway page yet?

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  39. debiAugust 22, 2011 at 3:59 PM

    This is terrific, I wouldn't be able to give it away if I were you. but I would love to win it if you are letting it go!!!!!!!

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  40. bohemiannie! artAugust 23, 2011 at 9:56 AM

    What an awesome fishy piece! I've been thinking about buying a felting machine for years and you make me Really want one again. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  41. LoisAugust 23, 2011 at 11:51 AM

    What a beautiful piece. The colors are so vibrant. This is a piece of art I'm sure anyone would love to have, especially me.

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  42. AnonymousAugust 23, 2011 at 4:07 PM

    it's gorgeous and summery. so nice of you to giveaway what you made with so much love. I'm definitely a follower and there is an email on my profile. thanks a bunch. xo

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  43. JudithAugust 24, 2011 at 2:26 AM

    Oh, what a beautiful piece of art. This would go nicely in my home. What a great talent you have.

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  44. BarbaraAugust 24, 2011 at 2:24 PM

    Oh my goodness! This piece is so cool! I have tried my hand at felting but nothing like this. I'm so happy I clicked over to your giveaway. This would be a lovely piece to frame and hang on a wall.

    Peace!

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  45. Cathy Spivey MendolaAugust 24, 2011 at 6:39 PM

    I'd say you definitely have the hang of it! Great piece.
    Love the depth of all the textures and colors.

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  46. KwiltsflAugust 27, 2011 at 4:34 PM

    Love your felted fish scene! I will have to Google the felting machine. Has to be so much quicker than hand felting! Thank you for your generous give-away! Karen H

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  47. GisèleAugust 28, 2011 at 6:33 AM

    Pat, thanks for visiting for Pink Saturday !!! Your blog header is gorgeous, and your work even more so...This is a fantastic piece...
    I am now following you around...
    xooxo

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  48. MiriamAugust 30, 2011 at 5:17 PM

    Hi Pat, I just found you today. thank you for your lovely comment on my blog (TT). Your work is simply beautiful, I would love to be entered into your draw.

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