I recently decided that I want to allow myself more time to experiment with my crafting and learn some new techniques and this has led me to decide it is time to move on from the DT work. My last samples have now been posted for the team.
I want to thank Glenda for giving me the chance to be part of a fantastic team of crafters, artisitic spirits who have been a real pleasure to work with and who have taught me so much. Being part of the team has been such a positive reinforcement of my crafting abilities and I can feel the positive impact this has had on my output over this time.
Without wishing to make this sound like an Oscars speech, I want to thank Glenda and Adrian, Lesley, Sue Page - stamp designer extraordinaire and Val who works behind the scenes to make stamps for making this journey possible for me. To the other girls in the team Judith, Miranda, Debbie, Shirley, Claire and Clare - it has been such a pleasure to work with you all and to share life in all its infinite shades within our special little group. You are amazing, generous spirited women and it has been a privilege to share the experience with you all. Also not forgetting past members of the team Lesley, Eileen and Phree, I really enjoyed working with you all too.
Thanks for all your comments here and on the DT blog on my samples , they have meant so much.
Elaine x
What a glorious array of projects Elaine, you've been a real inspiration to me so a big thank you for all your kind words and friendship on the Chocolate Baroque DT. Enjoy your experimenting, I have a mental picture of a mad scientist in a crafty lab lol.
ReplyDeleteClaire xx
It's lovely to see the cards you've picked out, they look fantastic. Thank you again for your wonderful inspiration over the years and we'll miss you loads on the DT. I wish you all the very best, it's been a real pleasure working with you too.
ReplyDeleteGlenda xx
An extremely impressive portfolio of work & beautifully presented with the photographic collages. You have taught me much & helped to open up my own artistic abilities. Wishing you well with your endeavours.
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I think I remember liking these the first time around! Good luck with your onward journey and we look forward to seeing some of your creative shares on here soon :-)
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Will be sad to see you go Elaine as you have been great inspiration as these lovely Collages of your work shows. Will enjoy visiting your Blog to see where your adventure takes you, enjoy your ME time.
ReplyDeleteLove Suexxx
Hi Elaine, I thoroughly enjoyed your collage of gorgeous projects and beautifully written post. You've been a inspiration since I first discovered Chocolate Baroque and the Design Team. Thank you for all your kind support, I will miss you. Best Wishes in your creative adventures! Hugs, Shirleyx
ReplyDeleteI have really enjoyed seeing your lovely samples for the design team but no doubt will still find some wonderful inspiration in the future on your blog x Lavinia
ReplyDeleteHi Elaine, will miss you and your great work too! As the others have said your work has been an inspiration and your support in the team was great! I'll wish you all te best on your next journey and I will be following you! hugs, Mirandaxx
ReplyDeleteyou have made some truly beautiful creations for the DT and I'm sure they will miss you and your work. Hope you now enjoy creating for yourself and I look forward to seeing the work you will produce xx
ReplyDeleteWe will miss you so much my friend on the Design Team, both for your positive encouragement and your beautiful, inspirational designs. Your collages look stunning and show just how truly talented and unique your style has become over the three and a half years. There are some real favourites of mine in there.
ReplyDeleteI truly hope that you enjoy your future creative journey, and look forward to seeing the results. Love Judith xx
Your projects are all lovely! You really do have such a creative eye!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on moving along down your creative path. I wish you all the best with learning new techniques and stretching your artistic boundaries. Yay!
Hugs,
Terri
Hi my lovely friend! I know you are going to be missed so much by the Design Team Elaine. Your creations have always been absolutely wonderful and as Judith said, there are quite a few of my favourites in your collages too (including one I am proud to say is mine). You have an amazing eye for balance in your designs and perfection in your stamping which has helped to showcase the beautiful Chocolate Baroque stamps in the best possible way.
ReplyDeleteI hope you have some real fun as your creative journey continues.
Hugs
Lesley Xx