Monday, August 6, 2012

A Little Chunky ATC

If you have never tried making a Chunky ATC I highly recommend it.
 They are so much fun!
This one was created for a swap and she has already received it
so now I can share it with you all now.
The little frozen Charlotte is one I made from a cast I created
I'll be doing a tutorial for you very soon.
So keep watching!

You can get an entire box of wood blanks by simply cutting up a 2x4 .
The actual measurements are 3 1/2" so it works out perfectly.
You can even have the lumber yard cut them for you.
 Many times for free. Just have them cut them at  2 1/2"
Then your ready to paint,stain,collage and decorate till your hearts content.


53 comments:

misteejay said...

This looks wonderful Lynn.

Toni xx

Jingle said...

This is beautiful!!! I love the charlotte in the cage!

Valerie-Jael said...

Great idea! Love the whole composition! Valerie

Dreaming of Vintage said...

This is really cool Lynn! I would love to make one of these! When's the next swap? LOL!

Sophie said...

Wow, Lynn, das ist zauberhaft geworden

Liebe Grüße

Karen B. said...

Absolutly love it!! I may have to try making one of these!
hugs
Karen B. ~ Todolwen

zandra said...

So, sweet and I love your burlap flower.
Hugz, Z

Crafting Queen said...

Really lovely creation!!!

Terry said...

What a great chunk of wood! Ha! All kidding aside, your partner had to have been thrilled to receive this! I love the vintage colors! Did you make the little cage?? This is gorgeous! Happy Monday! Hugs!

Suzanne C said...

Fabulous!

Elaine A said...

Lynn -

This is just so beautiful! What a special little piece. Thanks for the info on how to make the chunks. And I adore the little charlotte doll, she is so cute!

Elaine Allen

GARAGE SALE GAL said...

L-O-V-E it!!!! Super cute!!!
Warmly,
deb

I hope I thanked you for praying for my BFF!! It means the world to me knowing that so many gals are lifting her up to the Lord. Can't wait to see her on Wed! THANK YOU!

Redanne said...

Hi Lynn, I am totally addicted to these chunky ATCs, have done three but after seeing this beauty I want to make another one now too! Your is absolutely beautiful, but have to say if it was mine I could not bear to part with it......A x

bobbie said...

It's beautiful!! I may have to 'lift' the idea ~ I love the chunkies!

art by wendy said...

I love it!!! I've never heard of chunky ATC's! it's now on my must try this list :O)

Annie said...

Wow Lynn this is a stunning creation. I love the alterations and embellies. The flowers are fabulous too...can we have a tutorial on them too. A dear crafty friend sent me a chunky wood ATC and beads for the feet. I am so looking forward to altering it soon, now that the many birthdays etc are almost passed. Thank you Lynn.....hugs Annie x

Unknown said...

Love the Chunky atc hun I have seen them lots but never made one yours is of course just lovely I will keep my eye out for that TUT ;0)

Jo said...

Everything you do is just so amazing!!!! I love this piece, i bet your swap partner was thrilled!

Kimberly at ArtJoyStuff said...

This is wonderful Lynn! Love it!
enJOY a lovely week,
Kimberly

Netty said...

wow its fabulous Lynn, x

pchickki said...

Never hear of a chunky ATC but you can believe I will give it a try.
Beautiful idea and beautiful work here.
I will be watching !

Minxy said...

Absolutely gorgeous, I love the cage and doll, How did you get the flower not to fray, it looks like burlap, is it coated in something before cutting out?

Daniele said...

what a wonderful creation Lynn
hugs

Carla said...

OOOOOHHHHH WOW Lyn I LOVE LOVE LOVE it................

Zoechaos said...

Such a beautiful object what a calling card! love it XOXO Zoe

Ink Art Designs said...

OH Wow! I have seen chunky ATC's but this is incredible Lynn. I am so going to have a go at one...a very inspiring piece.
Dot x

Vada said...

Love Your Chunky Lynn, I'll be check in later to try the casting stuff.
Is it Paperclay or Ice Resin?
Can't waite.
Hugs Vada

Craft Addicts - Tracy Evans said...

Absolutely gorgeous, love the Charlotte inside the cage perfect and so creative. The dimension on the top of the ATC is fantastic from your flower and butterflies. Love this Lynn. Tracy x

Diane said...

Thanks for sharing the dimensions for the chunky ATC Lynn. This is very sweet, I love the colors and the frozen charlotte gives it a perfect touch. Diane

LynnF said...

Oooh, Lynn, what a beauty!!!! Simply gorgeous work (natch!) Just getting round to saying thank you for the magazine...wonderful stuff! And thank you for your kind and gentle words on my blog about my mom's passing...I really appreciate it, my friend! Hugs, Lynn

Sandy said...

OMG Lynn what a fantastic chunky.
Love the butterflies on the top.
Absolutely lovely.
xoxo

Lululiz said...

Oh man, I can just see myself going into the one and only little place in the nearest town and asking them to cut a piece of wood into little bits........ thats all the confirmation they need to declare all foreigners completely doolally, LOL. I absolutely adore your chunky ATC though, and perhaps I can talk my DH into cutting me a few pieces. He already thinks I am doolally so I got nothing to lose, lol.

Jenny said...

Thanks for sharing I your lovely chunky very inspiring!

jasann said...

Love this lovely little ATC love the chunky-ness of it, it is really beautiful!

Kikka N said...

Wonderful, so adorable with all the details!
Hugs
Kikka

Anonymous said...

Wonderful use of the chunky with the butterflies on top and that cute little cage.
Amazing composition.
Wishes
Lynne

Unknown said...

You are right.. Chunky ATC are fun to play with. But I must admit yours look way better than mine.

I just love this..

Hugs~

Kathy Eddy said...

oh, this is just scrumption Lynn! I have been making burlap flowers myself and just love them.

Anjas-Artefaktotum said...

OMG I missed my words! What an absolutly awesome creation. LOve the whole design and specially the butterflies on top.
Hugs Anja

Ann said...

this is gorgeous!!
love everything about it!!!!!!

Createology said...

Your chunky ATC is pure bliss. I was eyeing my wood scraps from the deck and need to cut some 2 1/2" pieces. Blissful Creating Dear...

Louise (KardKrazy) said...

Love it, Lynn! the burlap flower and little Charlotte in the bird cage are perfect!

Lori said...

This is gorgeous Lynn..LOVE it!

Lesley said...

Oh Lynn this is gorgeous. I have yet to make one but want to after seeing this. Love that frozen charlotte doll. Can't wait for that tutorial.
Hope you are having a great summer.
Lesley♥

Carol W. said...

Gorgeous!

Oxana said...

Love it, Lynn!!!
Many hugs from Norway

hazel said...

Absolutely fabulous Lynn, I love it.
xxx Hazel.

Jann said...

Wonderful chunky ATC! Thank you for sharing the tips on making the blocks, too!

Anonymous said...

This is adorable Lynn! Making your own frozen Charlottes?????? Wow I will be watching for this tute!

Now I am going to show you my stupidity- would you kindly tell me what an ATC is- I am terrible with those acronyms.

bee blessed
mary

Unknown said...

You are so clever Lynn! I love the piece. Always drool when I come to your place - have to bring a towel with me. xoDonna

Linda M. Cain said...

OMG! LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it! They really are so much fun to make!

~Linda

Linda M. Cain said...

Gorgeous work! I LOVE it!

~Linda

Unknown said...

Wow totally gorge love it xx

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