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Saturday, June 22, 2013

Altered Book - All Things French


Some of you will remember me starting this altered book all about France.
I have never been there and probably never will travel there,
but I can dream, and I can research all about this lovely country's 
people, landscape, history, food, etc.  
This is my adventure into "All Things French". 
I hope you enjoy my latest pages :)

Today's post is about two very different women,
with much in common.
* Neither were born in France, but each made France their home.
* Both were discriminated against.
*  Both were told that they could never live their dreams.
*  And both went on to show the world that, YES THEY COULD!

Josephine Baker . . . 
the show girl who took Paris by storm.
&
Madame Curie . . . 
scientist and Nobel prize winner.

You can click on these pages to make them bigger
and easier to read :)
 

WOW . . . quite a legacy for a woman born in 1867.

Then there is Josephine born 1906 in St. Louis, MO, USA
(move down before reading,the next photo is larger)

It just goes to show that this woman had much
 more going on in her life than entertainment.



Here is a flip book of portraits.
 
 
 
 

As you can see . . . I have not given up on this book.
I've just gotten busy with outdoor projects.

 I hope you enjoyed this post,
and that you will leave a comment.
I get so much pleasure reading what you have to say :)

 Your blogging sister,


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51 comments:

  1. Tant Gröns Lilla BodJune 22, 2013 at 3:27 PM

    Wow, girl! You are amazingly talanted making all these lovely things just like that :). I loved the wooden box in your last post as well as the book about France. I've never been there either, even though living much closer. Mme Curie was an amazing person and what she acomplished during her life made a difference for science. Thank you for reminding and sharing. Nothing is impossible if you put your mind to it :)!
    /Maria

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    1. ConnieJune 23, 2013 at 8:15 AM

      I totally agree. These women are great examples . . . follow your dream :)

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  2. AnnJune 22, 2013 at 3:36 PM

    That is awesome. Love how you did that.

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    1. ConnieJune 23, 2013 at 8:16 AM

      Hello Ann, this book has been fun and filled with things about France that interest me :)

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  3. Cozy Thyme CottageJune 22, 2013 at 5:32 PM

    I was wondering how you find time to do this and the other things you make! You are talented. Nancy

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    1. ConnieJune 23, 2013 at 8:21 AM

      Hi Nancy, I would love to have a 36 hour day now and then . . . but I guess I just love being busy. My Mom and Dad were both like that, too. If Mom was watching TV she always had needle work on her lap, I even carry something to do on my lap when we are traveling.
      If I'm sitting without a project, I have trouble just relaxing :)

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  4. UnknownJune 22, 2013 at 5:59 PM

    What a beautiful art book! I love the inspiring story of both women. Really neat.

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  5. Ginny HartzlerJune 22, 2013 at 7:31 PM

    I know about these two women! Your book has everything, it is quirky, whimsical, beautiful, and informative. And I love the umbrella lipstick postcard!

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    1. ConnieJune 23, 2013 at 8:22 AM

      Hi Ginny, you are always so sweet with your comments . . . you add sunshine to my days :)

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  6. Cranberry MorningJune 22, 2013 at 8:02 PM

    Really enjoyed your altered book. Overlays are such a great way to save space in a book and get more packed in there. I think it's a great idea to research and collect things about a place you would love to visit. My England travel journal is kind of like an altered book. I'd never heard of scrapbooking or book altering at the time I made it. Your book inspires me to do this for other things I love.

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    1. ConnieJune 23, 2013 at 8:27 AM

      I love your book on England and it is very much like mine. Maybe we should make travel guides for women :) It is a great way to research an area in a fun way :)

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  7. SelfsewnJune 23, 2013 at 3:06 AM

    Awe Connie it saddens me to think you may never get to France...we are going for 3 weeks this year, I shall think of you when I'm there :o)

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    1. ConnieJune 23, 2013 at 8:32 AM

      I'll be watching your blog for photos of your trip. Do you travel with a needle work lap project?
      I'll bet you do. Your quilting projects are so beautiful that it is easy to see that each piece has very much of your heart sewn into it :)

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  8. PatriciaJune 23, 2013 at 3:11 AM

    Hello Connie. Once again I'm in awe of your wonderful artwork and fabulous ideas. I just love this altered book. Now my Uni studies are completed (results due in five weeks!!) I'm hoping to start a project or two and this fits the bill. I love anything French too. My own grandmother Alice Victorine Aurelie Mercier was born and raised in Valenciennes, northern France before meeting my grandfather when he was posted to France during the First World War. They married and moved to England in 1923. Hey I'm digressing but perhaps I'll do a little family history post soon. Have a great Sunday.
    Patricia x

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    1. ConnieJune 23, 2013 at 8:44 AM

      Hi Patrica, I think that making a family history altered book would be creating a treasure. It would be something that becomes a family heirloom and a very creative way to keep family memories alive and unforgotten. I hope you include it in your posts :) Have a wonderful day and congratulations on being through with school.

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  9. FranJune 23, 2013 at 8:11 AM

    This looks fabulous. I am now off to find out more about Josephine Baker xxx

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    1. ConnieJune 23, 2013 at 8:49 AM

      Hi Fran, Have fun . . . I love reading biography's . . . it is always so interesting to read about the ups and downs of a persons life, and how they overcame their pitfalls and followed their dreams.

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  10. CraftychrisJune 23, 2013 at 9:46 AM

    Absolutely amazing! xx

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  11. trisha tooJune 23, 2013 at 2:49 PM

    Wonderful pages, Connie--I appreciate that you included information on your two worthy subjects!

    :)

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    1. ConnieJune 23, 2013 at 11:53 PM

      Hi Trisha, I love biography's and you are very correct, these women are both very worthy subjects. Two very impressive and inspiring women :)

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  12. Anita Houston The Artful MavenJune 23, 2013 at 7:08 PM

    Oh how fun Connie! I love all the elements you've put into your book! It's just wonderful, and very ooh la la!!!!

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    1. ConnieJune 23, 2013 at 11:56 PM

      Hi Anita, it is funny that you said Ooh la la, because I am working on another section of pages that will be tiled ooh la la :)

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  13. sweetvintageofmineJune 23, 2013 at 8:36 PM

    Evening Connie, So enjoyed reading about these ladies! I had heard of Josephine but not Curie. Great reading! These altered books are so unique...puts a little spin on the reading! Have a wonderful and blessed week~~~Roxie

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    1. ConnieJune 23, 2013 at 11:58 PM

      Hi Roxie, I'm delighted that you like reading my book. I'm enjoying making it. It's a great way to incorporate art and interest :)

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  14. MelanieJune 23, 2013 at 11:50 PM

    I love this post. This is an excellent topic for your book on France, two very strong women who wouldn't let no's stand in their way. Hurrah!

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  15. ImagiMeriJune 24, 2013 at 7:32 AM

    Nicely done Connie, and a fitting tribute! Unfortunately, I have been to France.....twice, and my experiences there were not nice, but I'm sure it's because I'm such a difficult person to deal with. Keep it up with the journal, it's cathartic in many ways.

    Hugs,
    Meri

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    1. ConnieJune 24, 2013 at 8:10 AM

      I'm sorry that your first two trips were not good, but remember the third time is a charm :)

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  16. ImagiMeriJune 24, 2013 at 7:33 AM

    By the way, I love what you did with those cards I sent......very clever!

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    1. ConnieJune 24, 2013 at 8:12 AM

      Thank you for the lovely gift and I love those cards. It was very thoughtful :)

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  17. KarJune 24, 2013 at 8:04 AM

    What a pretty project Connie. Even more wonderful due to the two strong women you chose for your pages. This would be a fabulous project to do with your own family history. :)

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  18. ShopgirlJune 24, 2013 at 12:35 PM

    I love this project, you not only give us the beautiful art, but the stories behind the places and faces. I have been MIA for awhile from comments. So much to do, so little time. I hope you have a great summer, Mary

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    1. ConnieJune 24, 2013 at 1:25 PM

      Hi Mary, thank you for the inspiring comment. It is always nice to know when someone visits and likes what you do. I hope that you are having a great summer, too. :)

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  19. DonnaJune 24, 2013 at 3:55 PM

    What a beautiful book, Connie! I love all of the colors you uses, and the pretty touches. It's so neat that you've added a little history lesson, too! Who knows, you may just visit Paris one of these days!!

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    1. ConnieJune 24, 2013 at 8:53 PM

      I do believe in never saying never . . . because we do not know what might be right around the corner for us. Chances are slim, but you never know, do you :) It would be a very special treat.

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  20. MelanieJune 24, 2013 at 6:30 PM

    As always, your art work is stunning! I love this book. :-)

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    1. ConnieJune 24, 2013 at 8:54 PM

      Hi Melanie, and as always you are a ray of sunshine . . . thank you for the lovely compliment :)

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  21. KellyJune 25, 2013 at 1:22 AM

    WOW...what an awesome project! So much detail...truly a work of art!

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  22. Coloring Outside the LinesJune 25, 2013 at 10:51 AM

    Well that is just the neatest thing- and as always you did a wonderful job with the artwork. Have a great day!

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    1. ConnieJune 25, 2013 at 11:12 PM

      Hi Terri, great to see you and thanks, I really appreciate your feedback.

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  23. Elise EnghJune 25, 2013 at 1:37 PM

    What a fun book! I have a little bit of french in me so I love this idea!

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    1. ConnieJune 25, 2013 at 11:14 PM

      It has been a lot of fun putting this book together. I've been learning a lot about France and french culture :)

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  24. Astrid MacleanJune 26, 2013 at 2:37 PM

    Wow, love your altered book, it looks amazing!! A real keepsake to treasure!!

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  25. Silvia(Barnie)June 27, 2013 at 12:54 PM

    Thanks for visiting my blog and leaving such a nice comment :) Looking through your posts I found a lot of interesting and inspiring pieces. So I'm following you, too :)

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    1. ConnieJuly 1, 2013 at 8:34 AM

      Hello Silvia, I am very excited to have you as a new follower and looking forward to becoming good blogging friends. I'm delighted that you like my blog :)

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  26. Lara - PhD in Distance LearningJune 30, 2013 at 1:59 PM

    I think that this is wonderful. I love fun and colorful history lessons. I love all of these pictures and pages. Everything looks wonderful. You have done remarkable.

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