WINNER!!!! TheaM!!!
I confess to a full blown block obsession.
It has been going on for awhile as I have been trying to figure out the logistics of a class where my students would paint blocks. I have collected all sizes of wood blocks in anticipation of this moment - have cut them from fence posts, all sorts of things. But they are heavy. And they are hard to paint. Since they are 3 dimensional, you can pretty much only work one side at a time and I am basically a very impatient person so I kept messing up my paint over and over and well, you know.....I gave up the class idea.I confess to a full blown block obsession.
So imagine my excitement when I heard that Eileen Hull had designed a template to create boxes using the Sizzix machine. The machine (I think this is how it works, I have actually never even used one, but I sure wanna own one now!) cuts out mat board with scored areas. There are two pieces that easily fit together to create the box. All you do is paint or decorate them to your desire - while they are FLAT - and then assemble into a box.
And, even better, they come in different sizes. Here are a couple I have made so far.
I had to stop because I had to write this blog post. And bathe, cook food, etc. It is really that addictive. I think Eileen is on to something here. She and her posse call the blocks ATBs for Artist Trading Blocks.
Those Artists on the Block are rockin' it out over on Facebook. You simply must check out their page (be sure and look for the clever Thanksgiving post) to see what all they are doing.
Be sure and go around our Blog Hop to check out all the wonderful creations using the ATBs. And remember to leave comments everywhere so you can be entered for the giveaway. Your comments (right here on my blog) will be entered for the give away on StencilGirl Talk and also for a special giveaway right here. I am giving away both of my brand spankin' new DVDs. Yippee!! If you want to take a look at previews of them, click here. And then be sure and make a comment so you are entered in all the drawings. Enjoy the Hop!!
Be sure and go around our Blog Hop to check out all the wonderful creations using the ATBs. And remember to leave comments everywhere so you can be entered for the giveaway. Your comments (right here on my blog) will be entered for the give away on StencilGirl Talk and also for a special giveaway right here. I am giving away both of my brand spankin' new DVDs. Yippee!! If you want to take a look at previews of them, click here. And then be sure and make a comment so you are entered in all the drawings. Enjoy the Hop!!
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Aaaah and wow, amazing colors, great ATB, thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteMary Beth- what fun blocks and great colors! It is hard to tell that you used stencils- these blocks look handpainted. Another reason to love stencils. I am so glad you are block obsessed :-) Looking forward to meeting you at CHA and thanks so much for embracing the blocks and letting us play with you!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful block - I love the colors.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea, I too have saved and had donated blocks to create ATB s so this is so cool
ReplyDeleteLooks like so much fun and so creative too!
ReplyDeleteLove this idea - ATBs! Yours are beautiful.
ReplyDeletethese are fun.
ReplyDeleteWhat fun! like your color scheme!
ReplyDeletestamping sue
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Oh Mary Beth your painted ATBs are fantastic! I know what you mean about making AtBs out of wood it's just too time consuming. However, with this new version we get "consumed" by wanting to create more and more...which is a wonderful thing :).
ReplyDeleteSuper inspiring "Art on the Block" here!
Amy*
My first hop was no. My second hop was maybe. Yours, oh yes. I do want to! Lovely
ReplyDeleteLike a painting on a block! Designer gift boxes!
ReplyDeletegreat design on this blocks!
ReplyDeleteThey are fabulous - love your bold graphics and warm rich colours!
ReplyDeleteAlison x
You've made such wonderful boxes covered with such great colors and pattern!
ReplyDeleteWonderful combination of colors and patterns and dimensions, Mary Beth!!
ReplyDeleteGreat color palette, too! You go, Stencil Girl!
Your ATBs remind me of 60's tie die. So cute.
ReplyDeleteYour designs are wonderful on this. I'm having so much fun hopping.
ReplyDeleteSuch rich colors! Love those yellow border dots, too.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE the fabulously rich colors here. Brilliant!
ReplyDelete~Linda
Love those saturated colors. Beautiful.
ReplyDeleteHi Maria, I am loving these blocks too. They are a great way of displaying a series of mini art works, without worrying about messing up one side & a fun alternative to my creative art journal for experimentation.
ReplyDeleteP.S: You need a Sizzix Big Shot. I have saved an absolute fortune by cutting my own chipboard shapes for projects & Eileen Hull's dies are huge time savers for projects like this :-) Theresa x
What a perfect place to use the minis! Love Indian yellow. These rock. xox
ReplyDeleteLove the idea ,colors and design !
ReplyDeleteFabulous blocks! I am totally inspired to try making my own.
ReplyDeleteYour blocks are fabulous, I love the 3-D versatility!
ReplyDeleteyipeeeee, so fun, I love these!
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love the colors you used on your block. I need some of that Indian Yellow Hue. Oh Yeah!! I hope this die is coming out soon. I need it NOW.
ReplyDeleteStunning block Mary Beth. I haven't found time to play with the rest of the pieces Eileen sent, but I can't wait. They really are so much fun.
ReplyDeleteYummy colors and patterns on your ATB blocks!
ReplyDeleteFabulous! love what you did and of course all of your stencils.
ReplyDeleteLove the colors and stencils!!
ReplyDeleteReally like your ATB. Going to be so much fun to do my own sometime soon! Color combo is outstanding! Thank you for sharing
ReplyDeleteBright, cheerful colors. Great job. Hope you get your Sizzix soon. You'll wonder how you got along without it.
ReplyDeleteI love blocks as well and this idea is fabulous. Can't wait to try it. Thanks for the ideas.
ReplyDeleteWow!! Loving these ATBs! Really like your geometrical take on them and the colours are almost aboriginal :)
ReplyDeleteLove the dimensional paint on these - great colors - <3!
ReplyDeleteGreat boxes, love the dimension on them
ReplyDeleteWOW the things I could do, what fun!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteMaryBeth- I totally love your blocks! The colours are fabulous and the dimensional additions just make the blocks even that more beautiful!!
ReplyDeleteWow! These are amazing. What great color and dimension!!
ReplyDeleteFun and colorful. You did a great job.
ReplyDeleteLove the color, such fire. My first comment didn't publish so try again. Indian yellow and teal are the two golden colors I consistently run out of. Loving the hop and intro to new artists
ReplyDeleteBeautiful, elegant and gorgeous colors. Love.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous blocks and designs! The bold rich colors paired with the geometric designs is just wonderful!
ReplyDeletePretty, pretty pretty!
ReplyDeleteI love how different all the blocks are in this blog hop!
Oh my gosh, my heart and mind are pumped. Got to have this, thanks for the
ReplyDeleteAMAZING!!!! LOVE LOVE Love these Linda....but I did not expect anything less from you!!
ReplyDeleteWhere have I been--these artist blocks are wonderful. Thanks for having a blog hop--so much inspiration.
ReplyDeleteOh so nice. Now I know I have to get that die.
ReplyDeleteI am intrigued by this die! Have paint and stencils, will play!
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ReplyDeleteI love how your small stencils fit so well on the block. Now I have another use for MY small StencilGirl stencils!! ;)
ReplyDelete...Raine
really awesome...love it all..
ReplyDeleteLove your Blocks! 🎄
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your creations, I am loving these new ATBs. I love the way that the stencils are designed to be used with them too, a really great idea.
ReplyDeleteYour blocks are just gorgeous!!
ReplyDeleteYou did a beautiful job with these blocks. Would love to have the die cut so that I may attempt to create a block. Thank you for the opportunity, and for sharing your creativity!
ReplyDeletelove your blocks!
ReplyDeleteI suffer from a life long obsession with small boxes... I think I'm doomed....
Mary Beth, your blocks are gorgeous.. love the colors. And, I can hardly wait to get my hands on the die.
ReplyDeleteI like how you used your blocks, the puffy paint is a nice touch. This is a fun blog hop I am enjoying seeing everyone's creative blocks. Are you going to trade them with each other? Your blocks are very earthy bohemian beauties!
ReplyDeleteLike the blocks, especially the color combo.
ReplyDeletei just love what you did mary beth, but then i usually do. i love your blog hops and all the inspiration and generosity of your giveaways. looks like a new wave of the future...atb's. so exciting. i would love your book and your dvds for sure. and a sissix machine....awesome. to be able to make all those boxes. i love, love boxes. thanks for this added bit of christmas fun. xoxo
ReplyDeleteLove your atb's. Love the colors too.
ReplyDeleteI agree. I do believe she is onto something and they are rocking it on their facebook page.
oooooooo!! I love the colours and designs! Beautiful.
ReplyDeleteSo cool and fun!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous rich colors and I love the pearl accents!
ReplyDeletewoo hoo!!! thanks for the dvds - lots of great info for lots of techniques - I feel so blessed to be a part of this artful community!
ReplyDeleteHow fun are these ATB blocks! Shoot! They can be used for just about anything & decorated for any holiday! Endless possibilities! Thanks for sharing! :D
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