Friday 7 September 2012

Andy Skinner Clock Class. . . . . . .

Last weekend I was lucky enough to attend a workshop run by the very talented Andy Skinner and I do urge you to go and have a look at his work if you're not familiar with it. It really was an amazing class and I had fun with some lovely people including Alison and Mark.

I thought I would share the picture of the clock I made which incorporates some of Andy's timeworn techniques. I'm also doing his on line Timeworn Paint Techniques course. I can highly recommend this if you're interested in paint techniques. I'm learning so much and over the coming weeks and months I hope to incorporate some of them into my crafting.

The clock base we used came as part of a Tando kit and this is the first time I've used one of their products - I've now got my eye on one of their Christmas kits. . . . .

Here's my clock which now has pride of place in my craft room:

The clock has a working mechanism so isn't merely decorative.



I aged the centre of the hand movement using a stick on gem coloured with some gold and black acrylic paint.



I chose a gorgeous vintage paper for my clock face.

I just love the look achieved using the timeworn techniques. Looks just like aged, rusted metal doesn't it?

Hope you enjoyed looking at my clock - even my Husband thinks it's wonderful! 


41 comments:

  1. I am in love with your clock - just fan-tas-tic! Valerie

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  2. Wowww...lucky you to live in England and be able to follow a class of Mr Skinner himself! His artwork is great! And so is yours Julia!!! What a fab clock...it looks amazing. Love the grungy look of it so much!
    Thanks for showing all the pictures...great details, that's why I even love it more :-)

    Hugs, Alie :-)

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  3. Wow, that's a breathtaking clock. Love every detail.

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  4. Fabulous project Julie - the rusty metal effect is totally realistic.
    Sylvia x

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  5. Wow! That is gorgeous. What a brilliant workshop that must have been.

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  6. Hi Julia, I am a bit awe struck.......your clock is fabulous, it looks like real metal that has rusted - how clever are you? What a beautiful timepiece to have in your craft room although if I made something as brilliant as this it would be in my lounge whether it matched or not!! lol. It is a piece of art and it is stunning..........Crafty hugs, Anne x

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  7. Ha ha ha, you've blown me away again!! That clock is amazing and rightly deserves pride of place, you should be so very proud.
    Big hugs x x x x

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  8. WOW!!!! you have done an amazing job to one of our clocks Julia!!! You must be very very proud of it my lovely...good old Tando haha xxx

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  9. A fabulous clock - it really does look like rusted metal.

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  10. Very cool! And before commenting, I visited some of your other posts as well. I love your style! I'm a new follower. xo

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  11. WOW beautiful work Julia, love your tags too!!! lainey x

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  12. I total creative WOW!!! It so looks like real aged and weather beaten metal! I love the rusted effects! What a great make!!!!

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  13. Oooh another wonderful masterpiece from an Andy Skinner workshop, you are sooooo lucky!!

    Sam xxx

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  14. What a great clock. Love the rusted effect, it looks like an embossibilities folder you've used? You are so talented.

    Cassidy xxx

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  15. It's sensational, Julia! How great to combine the online course with getting to do a workshop with the man himself... wonderful techniques used to perfection on the clock! Not surprised it has pride of place - it's fantastic!
    Alison x

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  16. The clock is gorgeous Julia! So envious of you being able to take an Andy Skinner course - and to meet up with Alison! One day I might venture down but in the meantime I really appreciate seeing the wonderful projects you make.

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  17. Even close up it looks like rusted metal! Wow!!!! That clock is beyond stunning!!

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  18. It DOES look like metal, looks like the piece would weigh a ton! You did an excellent job, even your husband thinks so! lol waving hi from the hills of North Carolina :)

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  19. Absolutely outstanding! I just take some time and looking at it, Julia you did really god work!!!

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  20. Super Duper - are you sure it isn't REALLY rusty metal?
    BJ

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  21. this really does look like rusted metal Julia, it's absolutely fabulous and I love the vintage image on the clock face. xx

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  22. WOW, Julia! This is amazing... i love that rusty metal technique... i wish Mr. Skinner visits the Netherlands someday soon. In the mean time, i just keep visiting and enjoying your blog filled with your breathtaking creations and for now take a look at Mr. Skinners blog loll.
    Have a great weekend.

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  23. Wow! This is stunning, a real work of art. Love it.

    Thanks for your lovely comments, hope your house isn't too quiet tonight :(, I think that's the worst thing isn't it. Oh well better get some sleep. X

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  24. This is fabulous! I really fancy doing one of Andy's classes, I was a bit short of time when I saw a class was starting, I think I'll take another look. That faux rust looks so real you've done a great job. Thanks for your lovely comments you've left on my blog and for becoming a follower x

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  25. So where do I start Julia? This is uber stunning and you must be incredibly proud of yourself for creating it. What a fantastic course with an amazing teacher (got to admit to being just a little jealous, but glad you've had the opportunity to do it as you are SO the person to make the best use of it). Can't wait to see more. Hugs, Buttons x

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  26. Hi Julia, What a sensational piece you have created! Your rust is so real it looks positively ancient,(what a weird thing to say but you know what I mean)
    Totally love your clock!

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  27. Hi
    I am your newest Follower and so glad I found you.
    This clock is stunning and I can see why it has pride of place in your craft room.
    Wishes
    Lynne

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  28. A very very nice rusty clock
    Love it

    Greetings Janny

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  29. fabulous Julia. doesn't Andy come up with some great techniques?

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  30. I am just amazed at this...just gorgeous and so detailed! Fabulous!

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  31. Fabulous project and I'm not surprised your husband thinks its wonderful.
    Avril xx

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  32. This is amazing, Julia! I love the worn and weathered style and the fact that it works makes it even more wonderful! Absolutely gorgeous piece! I am again amazed by your talents!!

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  33. Julia, I am so sorry am late, do not know how I missed this masterpiece, This clock is amazing!! Ww , I want one, the rusty look you have achieved is fab, I have rust envy!! I am not surprised that this will have pride of place....and so it should! Can you tell I lOVE IT!!!!!
    Love trace x

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  34. Wonderful rusty tones, Julia!

    I think your husband is right - it IS fantastic!!!!

    Hugs,
    die amelie xx

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  35. Julia, your clock looks amazing! It looks like rusted metal, completely real. AWESOME! I love it!
    Hugs and smiles

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  36. Wow! I know that these are Andy's techniques....but YOU are very talented in their application! You have a great eye and each little detail is just perfect. I love the contrast between the lovely vintage lady paper and the rusty crusty 'metal' look. Wonderful!

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  37. I can see why it has pride of place in your craft room it has the WOW factor ! x

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  38. Your clock looks amazing Julia, & it was lovely to finally meet you! Looking forward to the next Andy class now! ;o) xx

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  39. Hey ya, thanks for the mention, It was such a good class.Your rust technique has come out perfectly, and the whole clock looks great, the face paper fits perfectly.
    will hopefully catch up with you soon at the Craft Barn.
    mark x

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  40. Your husband is right: this clock is gorgeous! Love that timeworn effects, it even glitters like real metal!

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Thank you so much for taking the time to comment. Juliax