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Tuesday, 19 January 2016

Artist Trading Block Favourites

Hello Friends
I apologise for my long absence and lack of visits, hopefully by early next month
I will be be in a better position to rectify that, I hope you will bear with me....

This month at Art With Heart we are not having a challenge (and things are being changed up for future months).  Eileen Hull has released some fabulous new products at CHA (like the cantilever sewing box I featured here and here) and Eileen has also re-released some all time favourite dies.  One of these is the large Artist Trading Block (ATB) die (Szzix 658983) which is my personal favourite.  The Design Team are showcasing these re-released dies during this month. 

First up is my Artist Trading Block Storage Cabinet, details of which can be found here.  I used some fabulous G45 papers to cover the cabinet.  This shows how versatile the ATB die is, you can create 3D projects with it.

Next is my Valentine Heart Box, details can be found here.  This was the first ATB I ever made and DH still has it out on show to this day.
My next choice is my Circus themed ATB using Tim Holtz's Big Top Circus stamp set (details here).
Another favourite is an Andy Skinner inspired ATB, made using DecoArt products and Andy's Faux Letterpress Technique (details here)
My final choice is a project made for our lovely DT member Anna-Karin, we held a virtual baby shower for her, following the birth of her beautiful baby Leo (details here)
I hope you can see how wonderfully versatile the Artist Trading Block (ATB) die is.  I have made houses with it - and even a steam train, it is such a fun die to use.

Edited:  I have had some very exciting news.  Thanks to Eileen Hull and Jo Packham of 'Where Women Create'  I have had four pieces published in Sizzix's newest book release 'Make it a Party'.  I am so thrilled and honoured, it is a beautiful book and wonderfully illustrated and it is my first time ever being published!!
Thanks for looking, take care and I hope to see you soon!

Hugs, Anne xx
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39 comments:

  1. carol edwards19 January 2016 at 07:17

    Hi Anne lovely projects, I especially love what you've done to the baby one x

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  2. Jenny Marples19 January 2016 at 07:37

    These were all so imaginative Anne and show just how versatile this die is - if you don't have it you NEED it! Huge congratulations on being published too! Looking forward to seeing what Eileen does next :) Hugs, Jenny xxx

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  3. misteejay19 January 2016 at 08:15

    A super recap of the lovely projects you have made with the ATB die. The Storage cabinet is my favourite - love all the detail.
    Toni xx

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  4. Shirley19 January 2016 at 08:53

    All are beautiful but my absolute fave is the inspired Andy Skinner ATB.

    Warm crafty hugs from Shirl x x x
    ShirlsCards.

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  5. Nicole Wright Designs19 January 2016 at 13:27

    I still love them all Anne! So much talent:)

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  6. Unknown19 January 2016 at 16:33

    WONDERFUL WONDERFUL Anne - you are sooooo creative and your INCREDIBLE projects deserve to be seen and enjoyed by "the world"! Congratulations - jumping up and down for you. HIP HIP HOORAY!!! j.

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  7. SewPaperPaint19 January 2016 at 16:37

    These are all just great! What a fun idea for a project and all of these are amazingly designed!

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  8. Elaine19 January 2016 at 17:48

    Brilliant ATBs and congratulations on being published - it's not really a surprise as your 3d projects are always amazing!! Elaine xx

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  9. Lynn Holland19 January 2016 at 18:36

    Oh Anne each one is a gem. I'm so proud to have you as a friend. Your talent is wonderful. Well done
    Lynn x x x

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  10. Craftyfield19 January 2016 at 18:38

    Love that storage cabinet! The ATB are fantastic too and I think I need that die! Congrats on your first publication, wishing you many more to come...

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  11. Almo19 January 2016 at 18:43

    Hi Anne, so nice to see all these amazing pieces again which of course are just a small selection of the amazing 3d projects you have completed with these dies. Congratulations on having four published too, you deserve the recognition my lovely friend. Mo xx

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  12. Sandy19 January 2016 at 19:13

    Here she is -- goodness gracious Anne - you have been very busy with all of your makes. Now which one is my favorite. Well that is quite easy my dear - the Old Curiosity Storage Cabinet. Now if that was all you made I still would have been very impressed! Now are you trying to tell me that those boxes were made some time ago. I am going to read through your blog again and read everywhere you said to go like here and here.
    One very big congratulations and kiss on the cheek -- I cannot think of anyone nicer or more talented than you with 3D makes. I can't wait to see the magazine. Now you really are famous!!!! Eat your heart out girls - Anne has arrived!!!
    Think about you a lot - will write soon.
    sandy xx

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  13. Astrid Maclean19 January 2016 at 21:58

    Oh Anne, no one can work magic with those ATBs like you can! All of these projects are simply amazing! The way you can think in 3D always fills me with admiration!! And of course huge big congrats on being published!!! Wow, what an honour and so well deserved!! xxx

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  14. Words and Pictures19 January 2016 at 22:04

    I always adore your EH projects, and the ATBs probably most of all, so it's wonderful to take a trip down memory lane with all of these. Huge congratulations on your publication in the Sizzix book - what a well-deserved honour - I'm so thrilled for you. Thinking of you lots too.
    Alison xx

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  15. rachel19 January 2016 at 22:16

    what amazing projects Anne - its such a pleasure to see them again - especially the first one - I adore it ..... and congratulations on being published - you're a very clever lady and deserve to be published - your work is always perfect! Big hugs rachel xx

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  16. Felix the Crafty Cat19 January 2016 at 22:32

    All gorgeous projects Anne, love them and great news about the publication. Take care, Angela x

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  17. Terry19 January 2016 at 22:56

    Will always bear with you! Anne, each of your projects are simply fantastic and I could not be happier for you and your great publication news! That is so exciting and what an incredible honor for not only your, but Sizzix! Big Hugs!

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  18. Paper Profusion19 January 2016 at 23:01

    Your showcase Anne could not be more impressive! All of the creations are tip top perfection, brilliantly designed and finished and utterly gorgeous, and it's wonderful to see them again. I'm truly thrilled for you with this fantastic news and only surprised that you have not yet been published. Whats been keeping them for heavens sake!?!? Huge congratulations! Four in a Sizzix book - well its the perfect publication and brand for your stunning makes. Well done you! Hope that you are faring ok and resting up. Nicola x

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  19. Darnell20 January 2016 at 02:30

    Revisiting these glorious creations of yours makes it easy to see why you were prominently published in the fab Sizzix book FOUR TIMES, Annie!! No one deserves it more than you and your incredible talent!! I hope you are feeling well! Lots of Hugs, Darnell xxoo

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  20. Deb20 January 2016 at 06:10

    Fabulous ATB projects Anne, wonderful to see them all together here! So glad the die is being re-released as I missed it the first go-round. Congratulations on having your creations published, very well deserved as your work is amazing! Sending you lots of hugs, Deb xo

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  21. Annie20 January 2016 at 20:39

    Woohoo !!! Huge congratulations Anne x I am thrilled that your amazing projects are published, inspiring even more crafty people xx

    These projects are wonderful !!!!

    Take care and sending huge hugs to you and David xx

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  22. MaryH21 January 2016 at 01:27

    Somebody knew exactly whose projects to share in this publication. Congratulations to YOU for being showcased (and to the selectors for having good taste!) Each project is amazing & awesome, and in such detail to the nth degree to show off these products. Your imagination & creativity just seem to know no limits. Each one is something to treasure and love every time it's viewed. Well done, because I know you work hard at assembling all these tiny bits & pieces to make such masterpieces. I'm so pleased your talent was recognized in a publication! TFS & Big, big Hugs.

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  23. Pawsitively Creative21 January 2016 at 01:57

    Ohhhh so many details to drink in and ooogle! Where to even start! I am drooling! All of these are delicious and so fun, I do have to say that my fave is probably the Love one though. Black and red are my faves. Awesome sauce ATB! Thanks for sharing all these lovelies. Hugz to you muffin! ~Niki

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  24. Anita Houston The Artful Maven21 January 2016 at 14:39

    You rock the ATB's. All your designs are so clever and fun!!! LOVE these!

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  25. Pamellia21 January 2016 at 18:01

    A big congratulations Anne! Wow, published, how amazing is that! It's so fun to see all the ATB's lined up like this, you are the queen of using this die, that's for sure. I love them all, so many styles and functions! Pure genius. hugs :)

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  26. experiments in paper21 January 2016 at 20:05

    Fab projects, Anne!! And congratulations on getting published! I always love your 3-D projects - and these are all magnificent! Really love that little cabinet - but they are all wonderful! xxx Lynn

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  27. Juliz Design Post21 January 2016 at 21:53

    Wonderful to see all these amazing creations again and huge congrats on your publication news. I'm delighted for you and so well deserved.
    Hugs, Julie x

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  28. Samra23 January 2016 at 13:53

    Huge congratulations!!! Great projects that definitely deserve such acknowledgement!
    Hugs

    Samra

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  29. Cec23 January 2016 at 21:29

    Congratulations - well deserved. You are the Queen of 3D projects and I am glad Sizzix had the wisdom to put your fantastic work in their publication.
    Hugs!
    Cec

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  30. Lynne Moncrieff23 January 2016 at 23:01

    Anne
    I am so glad I've managed to visit you this evening and take the time to view all the incredible 3D projects. Queen of Halloween and Queen of 3D, that is certainly you my friend!
    Once again, Congratulations on your news. You must still be on Cloud 9 knowing your art is published, in a book no less! I am so thrilled for you.
    Wishes
    Lynne

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  31. Mona Pendleton24 January 2016 at 02:25

    Wow Anne! What a fantastic collection of projects! So artsy and creative!

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  32. sarascloset24 January 2016 at 04:21

    Sizzix is so smart publishing your wonderful works of art, Anne! A huge congratulations to you...you are so deserving of havng our impeccable artwork recognized like this! I love seeing all your fun projects lined up like this! Hugs!

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  33. Craftychris24 January 2016 at 12:39

    What an awesome array of projects! Congratulations on being published, you deserve it so much! xxx

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  34. Lys25 January 2016 at 21:01

    Congratulations on your publication, Anne! Oh I love your cabinet with the G45 papers: so much details and so smart it is.

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  35. Candy C27 January 2016 at 17:19

    Anne....this was so much fun to come visit your blog and see so many beautiful pieces all at one time. :) First of all, congratulations on being published! Your work is beautiful and you certainly deserve this recognition! All of your pieces you are showing here are so professionally done. I love your color combinations and your personal "take" on each of the dies. You are such a talent, Anne!

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  36. Chris28 January 2016 at 19:43

    So many gorgeous ways to use the blocks Anne, I love them all and your ingenuity in the designs! Huge, huge congratulations on being published in the book and it's so well deserved, I'm absolutely delighted for you.....well done lovely lady! Chris xx

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  37. Brenda Brown29 January 2016 at 15:52

    Lovely to see those gorgeous boxes again and many congratulations on your samples being published - I am not surprised and so well deserved.
    hugs Brenda xxx

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  38. sheila 7730 January 2016 at 11:56

    These are absolutely astonishing, completely "out of the box" for me. I almost cannot choose a favourite. The Valentine one is terrific with the red and the turquoise and I'm glad DH appreciates it and I love the zizaggy bit on the elephant one. I see you have details on how you made these so am off to have a look at artwork so different from my own, therefore fascinating.

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  39. A Pink15 February 2016 at 11:36

    Anne you are 'The Queen' of the ATB . Every one of your pojects you have chosen to showcase I remember admiring greatly when I first saw them and seeing them again I'm doing just the same . They are superb , artistic creativity at its best.
    Congratulations too on being published and not juts with one piece but four !! So very much deserved . I am so so pleased for you
    big hugs xx

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