Monday, 21 January 2013

If you see a crocodile....

 ....don't forget to scream!!!

 Ha ha! I found this great piece of wood a while back and though it was perfect for a croc's nose - the nostril and eye are in just the right place! I found a rusty old saw blade in the shed and used them for the bottom teeth, and added a few nails for the top ones. Say cheese!

Ye Olde Water Mill

I was given a couple of old model railway wheels, so I thought I would make a water wheel. The base part has some lovely touches of turquoise paint suggesting water.

 Safe Passage

The piece of wood above was a bit special. I knew I wanted to use it as a wave, but as it dried out, it separated to form fingers and a thumb! A helping hand!

Reflections
This is only a small piece, but the driftwood I have used as the water was too beautiful not to utilise! I made a few houses to match the reflections and also added a street light.



In all my days "wrecking" on our beaches, I have normally turned my nose up at plywood! But no more!
I have started painting it to add as a backdrop to some pieces - and I am liking the extra colour!


Believe it or not, I am still getting orders for snowy, Christmassy scenes!
Brrrrrrr! I hope you are keeping warm. Stay safe! xxx

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18 comments:

  1. Micki Wilde21 January 2013 at 12:50

    Love the croc!!! You have such a way with wood, you see things that others do not, talented lady :)

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  2. MadBirdDesignsUK21 January 2013 at 13:18

    Wow such talent! Love the croc! x Joan

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  3. Tea with Prudence21 January 2013 at 17:26

    I agree about the plywood, good to use painted as a backdrop.

    I really like the 'ye olde water mill' piece, with the unpainted walls, it has a warmth and charm to it.

    Beautiful work, as always,

    cheers
    Fi

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  4. lemonade kitty21 January 2013 at 23:09

    I love the last one with the red post box it will just match my "his and hers bikes) Lucey x PS I'll e mail you. x

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  5. swig21 January 2013 at 23:42

    what a gentle crocodile smile! warm geetings from grey, cold and wwet Paris!

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  6. KC'sCourt!22 January 2013 at 00:53

    I just love your work - it is absolutely wonderful!
    Julie xxxxxxx

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  7. Unknown22 January 2013 at 06:11

    such cool work you amaze me.

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  8. create everyday22 January 2013 at 09:22

    great piece and title (safe passage) LOVE the organic evolution of creativity (through drying)

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  9. Karen22 January 2013 at 11:10

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  10. Karen22 January 2013 at 11:14

    Sorry, comment was removed but i just wanted to say: i love the fact that you look at a piece of wood and see what nobody else saw, until you show it to us..

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  11. deb23 January 2013 at 23:18

    These pieces are all amazing. I love your work.

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  12. Patty27 January 2013 at 05:38

    Love your work!

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  13. anyahajó27 January 2013 at 08:59

    "Safe Passage" is not just beautiful - it is really art!

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  14. Unknown28 January 2013 at 12:42

    Beautiful work - I love it all!

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  15. Handmade in Israel29 January 2013 at 06:59

    All adorable! I love your work.

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  16. pussman and co16 February 2013 at 04:09

    I really love your work! :)
    Would love to visit a workshop, just for fun :)
    X

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  17. jorge rangel18 February 2013 at 14:54

    really interesting work, love it !!!
    XXX

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  18. mz. em14 April 2013 at 10:18

    Wow, I love your wood pieces. since I live at the beach I remember scavenging for pieces to make artwork. Thanks for the insperation.

    mz. em

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