7/19/11

Fabric Collage and Zipper Flower


Wanting a perfect place to keep my smartphone, I created a fabric collage on a small muslin bag. Also, I recently found an industrial size roll of white zipper trim at a Thrift store for a steal. I've been wanting to try creating a zipper flower and have seen them everywhere on the internet, so this is the first one I came up with. I sprayed Glimmer Mist on the zipper to give it a pink color and then used Fabri-Tac glue to assemble the flower. Thanks for stopping by my nest and have a great day!

Take Care - Robin
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29 comments:

  1. ScrappyPamJuly 19, 2011 at 12:42 PM

    Lovely projects! Your flower is so pretty - love the zipper trim combined with the lace!

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  2. DiannJuly 19, 2011 at 1:09 PM

    Fabulous ART, Robin! The love the phone bag collage and also the zipper flower...it's always fun to visit here! Diann

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  3. DortheJuly 19, 2011 at 1:42 PM

    Dear Robin, your little phone-bag is wonderfully sweet,-I love the bright beautiful red with the black and creame colors.
    And The zipper flower, is extraordinarely beautiful.
    xox,Dorthe

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  4. AnonymousJuly 19, 2011 at 3:16 PM

    Hi Robin
    The muslin pouch is such a fabulous idea and love your creation, is the image a family heritage photographs?
    As for your zipper flower, they may be all over the net but you added your own twist by dying the zipper. Isn't it so therapeutic making your own flowers? Yesterday I sat and made a bunch using chocolate brown satin ribbon and some beads.
    It is so good to see you creating art and posting on your blog.
    Wishes
    Lynne

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  5. Colleen - the AmAzINg Mrs. BJuly 19, 2011 at 3:49 PM

    Oh..I love them both! I got a small bag similar to the muslin with a long strap, and I did an iron-on of a bird - it was perfect for my smart phone ..yours is LOVELY!!

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  6. SarahJuly 19, 2011 at 4:26 PM

    Both of these are just fabulous! Good for you that I am not a fan of pink or I would have made off with that flower. Guess I'll just have to make my own and can thanks to your generosity. It was nice of you to share your zipper stash with me!

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  7. Louise (KardKrazy)July 19, 2011 at 4:56 PM

    That smart phone is going to have one smart looking case! What a great idea, it's gorgeous!

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  8. Shabby Cottage StudioJuly 19, 2011 at 5:58 PM

    This is the first time I have seen the zipper flower and it's lovely! As is your smart phones new cozy bag...what a lucky phone.

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  9. Julia @ Vintage with LacesJuly 20, 2011 at 1:44 AM

    Hi Robin, Your smartphone will be happy to have such a pretty home :-). The zipper flower turned out beautiful too. I love that you added some lace.
    Hugs,
    Julia

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  10. Viola July 20, 2011 at 2:25 AM

    Wonderful creations, dear Robin!! Have a wonderful day! :-)

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  11. LynnJuly 21, 2011 at 8:25 AM

    Beautiful collage Robin, great idea to use it for your phone, and i love the zipper flower, I have seen them made into roses, ever tried that?
    Hope you are staying cool inside , looks like you are :)

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  12. ColeenJuly 22, 2011 at 7:23 AM

    Very nice pieces Robin. Found you via Linda Findley's blog, The Art Sook. We follow each other and I was commenting on hers. I had to click on yours icon just because I liked the vintage bird. I"m a bird person too and I love vintage. You do a lovely blog. I"m following now. I've posted your blog to my Pinterest and my Facebook "Like" page to share with my followers. Would love it if you come visit my blog. We are American missionaries in Ukraine now 17 years. We were in Texas visiting churches just a few months ago.

    Blessings, Coleen

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  13. JannJuly 22, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    Wow, Robin! I love your smart-phone pouch--a GREAT idea, and so cute! The zipper flower is wonderful--I had not seen those before...

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  14. suziqu's thread worksJuly 24, 2011 at 4:32 AM

    It's gorgeous Robin - all I can say is that I wish I was your smartphone
    living inside a cover so beautiful!
    Have great new week.
    Hugs from
    Suzy

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  15. LoveyJuly 24, 2011 at 11:17 AM

    Hi Robin! I love the pouch...

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  16. She Uses Her WordsJuly 24, 2011 at 8:13 PM

    Wonderful projects. I love them both but especially the phone pouch. Very cute!
    Blessings, Karen

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  17. Sugar Lump StudiosJuly 26, 2011 at 6:44 AM

    this is just darling Robin! I love how creative you are and your art always has the most amazing details!

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  18. UnknownJuly 26, 2011 at 4:17 PM

    I love your projects and blog! So creative. I started a blog, not sure where it will lead me but for now its fun! Pop over sometimes and check it out :)

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  19. Plush Possum StudioJuly 28, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    Now that's just too clever!!!! Love the way your choice for Glimmer mist color, along with the details, makes it look cute as a button!
    ;)
    Rose

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  20. Plush Possum StudioJuly 28, 2011 at 4:49 PM

    Whoops! forgot to mention yr phone bag! Sorry

    Is that hand embroidery I see? I LOVE blanket stitching! It makes everything pop more. and your charming young tricyclist is adorable! very fetching!
    Rose

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  21. StampindamourJuly 28, 2011 at 11:45 PM

    Robin - still love your fabric creations! Very inspiring & fantastic! :)

    -pamela
    mybooth96.blogspot.com

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  22. Lynn StevensJuly 29, 2011 at 12:52 AM

    I've seen zipper flowers but none like this Robin, its beautiful! and great idea for your phone. Awesome art!
    hugs Lynn

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  23. Gaby Bee July 29, 2011 at 9:37 AM

    What a great idea! Your smart-phone pouch is just amazing!
    Love your new creations...as always:)

    Have a wonderful upcoming weekend!
    Gaby xo

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  24. Linda Manning FindleyJuly 29, 2011 at 2:57 PM

    Great job on both ... the cell phone baggie is awesome idea ... Linda F

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  25. LyneenJuly 29, 2011 at 11:06 PM

    Wonderful bag fro your phone... and the zipper flower is AWESOME!!!!!

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  26. AlexandraJuly 31, 2011 at 1:55 AM

    Fantastic fabric collage Robin!

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  27. Dreaming of VintageAugust 4, 2011 at 10:01 PM

    Gorgeous creations!
    Kelly

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  28. BarbAugust 7, 2011 at 9:00 AM

    Hi Robin,
    Your latest creations are soooo sweet! Luv them!
    Barb

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  29. Elizabeth GoldenNovember 27, 2011 at 10:44 AM

    Oh I love the collage bag, but am intrigued by the zipper flower. I think it is so cool. I can not wait to make something like this. I love how you used the glimmer mist. Great idea. Thank you for sharing!

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Thanks for perching in my nest and for leaving a comment! Take Care - Robin