The inspiration for this project was a bat garland I saw online that was made by cutting out bats from folded paper where the ends of the wings remained connected. You know, you probably made a paper doll garland that way as a child. Well, I had an idea that maybe the new Tim Holtz Witchcraft die might work in this way.
Here is my first attempt at cutting out the witch paper dolls.
I call them the "Butt Sisters". The two witches make a good solid connection, but stylistically it doesn't work.
After that I decided they would have to be connected face to face which looks like they are talking intensely to each other.
I cut out 4 sets of witches with the intention of making a garland with each one on a separate background piece. And then in my mind, things began to escalate into a big complicated project that would have taken until Halloween - multi-layered backgrounds with intricate decor elements. These are not my forte.
Finally, my more rational mind took over and decided to just make one panel that I could enter in some of my favorite online challenges - Simon Says Stamp Monday challenge and the Paper Artsy Challenge both of which involve metals. Also I could add another project to #holtzforhalloween.
Betsy Skagen
Oh my gosh. I just discovered your page. You are over the top talented!
Corrie Herriman
Lovely !
Corrie x
Kath Stewart
your project is amazing, love how you have used the Witchcraft die, thank you so much for sharing with us at Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenge...hugs kath xxx
Redanne
Lucy, I think you might already know how much I love this witchy creation - the witch is my favourite of Tim's new release and you have used it so cleverly to create your cauldron scene - I love it so much! I also love the banner/garland idea too, that would be such fun! Anne xx
Ldybg93
Great project - love the shoes! I work in hospital pharmacy and years ago used leftover vials that I filled with colored liquids and hot glued to a lighted wreath for Christmas - so festive! Love your use of the vial here - great upcycle.