Monday, June 27, 2011

Pascale's Irises... Think Purple


I wish my camera would see the right color. It drives me crazy. These are a beautiful shade of purple not blue!!!

I think I made a mess of this kit. Which of course means I have to order another one to do them all over again. Though in their defence I will say they look a lot better in person then in these photos.

I was happy enough with them until I added the beard to the irises. I think I would like to try a different material for that. The bright yellow (super fine) flock I used to make 1:44 scale flowers for the walnut houses might work better for me. I just lost control of the yellow sand that came with the kit. Though I am sure Pascale works with it beautifully! Everything she makes is perfect! You may have great success with the sand too.

This vase is a one of a kind. it has a frosted finish. At the top (in the back behind the flowers) the rim of the vase comes to a point. Would you say it was art nouveau? Frank Whittemore made it for me long ago. The first time I saw it I thought it needs irises in it.

A big thank you to Marie-Laure http://recreationminiature.blogspot.com/ for translating the directions from French into English!!!
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23 comments:

  1. AnnekeJune 27, 2011 at 1:35 PM

    It needs Irisis indeed! It's a very fine combination, the vase and the flowers.
    The yellow sand/beard looks very good on the picture, so the applying succeeded!? Or is your entire table now covered in yellow sand? ;P

    I also love the little scene you made, the tabletop is gorgeous with that woodgrain!

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  2. carmenJune 27, 2011 at 1:58 PM

    fantásticos esos lirios!

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  3. SaMiRa73June 27, 2011 at 2:25 PM

    Hi there! I think you´ve done a great job! I also made this kit and also had some problems with the yellow sand as it seems to be a bit gigantic on the leaves. Maybe it seems a bit strange to you because we are usually used to see the irises companied by their characteristic green leaves?

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  4. The Old MaidJune 27, 2011 at 2:33 PM

    Well they are blue on my screen ;D But they are pretty on the photos:)Love the vase!:)

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  5. Drora's minimundoJune 27, 2011 at 2:46 PM

    They look fantastic to me. I love the vase too.

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  6. CatherineJune 27, 2011 at 2:56 PM

    SaMiRa73 ... You are so right! I must cut some long leaves (from the kits paper) and add it to the arrangement. That will help a lot. lol

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  7. MichelleJune 27, 2011 at 3:02 PM

    They look great to me! I've made a few flower kits myself (not this maker's though) and they are incredibly fiddly to get perfect. These look like a challenge that you've successfully risen too, so be kind to yourself. ;o))

    The vase could be Art Nouveau, but not sure either! I love the stemmed glass you have there (it looks very fine and detailed) and that wonderfully dollie on that table! Perfect setting!

    Michelle xx

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  8. MichelleJune 27, 2011 at 3:05 PM

    P.S Too bad I can't type though..more typo's as usual! lol

    My camera lies too, blues and grey's are colour's the camera hate and can look completely off, etc.! :o(

    Michelle xx

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  9. Garden of MiniaturesJune 27, 2011 at 4:03 PM

    Hi Catherine,on my monitor the blue looks great,like the flowers ;-)!If you try the irises once more,take a brush to add the beard on the irises and try flocky !It's much finer .Jeannette

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  10. Linda CarswellJune 27, 2011 at 4:28 PM

    I love the Irises Catherine!! It is beyond me to see where you messed-up??? I think you have done an excellent job of them, the shaping of each bloom is perfect.....but I know you well enough, so I shall look forward to seeing your next attempt at improving perfection...lol!!!

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  11. PattyJune 28, 2011 at 12:15 AM

    Catherine, They really came out so wonderful! I love the vase too!!

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  12. Marie-LaureJune 28, 2011 at 2:22 AM

    You did a wonderful job ! How fast you work ! It is just amazing.

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  13. LaLaLandJune 28, 2011 at 7:31 AM

    Oh my goodness. I have just found your blog. I am stunned! Beautiful, beautiful work. Your watering can and flower cans are delightful.
    I think the Irises are lovely. Thank you for sharing your talents.

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  14. JudithJune 28, 2011 at 8:59 AM

    Well I think the iris look beautiful - whatever colour they are. The little scene looks lovely and the vase sets the flowers off to perfection.

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  15. FloraJune 28, 2011 at 11:42 AM

    When you talk like that, you make me almost afraid and ashamed of myself ...
    All your frustration about these beautiful iris makes me think that when you see my scribbles you are a stomach ache from laughing :-)
    Really, from here all the flaws you mention do not exist.
    I only see some beautiful irises in a beautiful and appropriate vase.
    Mini Hugs, my dear and never satisfied friend,
    Flora

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  16. LucilleJune 28, 2011 at 2:52 PM

    Your flowers are beautiful, Catherine, and the vase is exquisite! I love the little scene you have created. I love visiting your blog.

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  17. CatherineJune 28, 2011 at 3:16 PM

    Thanks Everyone! :-)

    Today I took the flowers out of the vase and cut leaves for the arrangement and put a few more buds on the stalks. They look so much better now. A photo will always tell you what your eye cannot. Also a few other adjustments. I think they will be OK. I am sure I will use them in a future post.

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  18. PlushpussycatJune 28, 2011 at 6:51 PM

    Very pretty! I love your composition and the colors!
    Jennifer

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  19. SusiJune 29, 2011 at 9:30 AM

    Geniales los lirios......sabias que de ahi salio la aristocratica flor de lys???
    Es una flor siempre bonita, un gran beso
    Susi

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  20. CJune 29, 2011 at 11:56 AM

    Love these irises. I too made some from Pascale's kit and only tried to use the sand once - it just didn't work for me. I left it out and the irises now look like Dutch irises and I am happy. Great work. Love the vase - looks Art Deco to me! Carol :)

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  21. JosjeJune 29, 2011 at 2:09 PM

    I have no experience working with the sand, but it looks good! With a few leaves added I'm sure the bouquet looks perfect.
    The vase certainly has an Art Nouveau feel to it. Lily shapes were often used in Art Nouveau.

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  22. JosjeJune 29, 2011 at 2:20 PM

    PS: can't you change the setting on your camera? Changing the white balance often makes a big difference in colour.

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  23. CatherineJune 29, 2011 at 8:30 PM

    Oooooh Thank you Josje. I will try that. :-)

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