At Layers of Color, Laura asked us to make a piece of art incorporating our country’s flag, while Gothic Arches challenge was about ‘Patriotism’. So I got out some red, white and blue elements for the good old Union Jack and set about making a stitched Gothic Arch:
There are lots of symbols in this piece, including the trimmed tassel from an old handbag, which I trimmed to curve with the arch… I thought it looked rather like a Busby (the Guards’ hats). I think I had SMWS (sewing machine withdrawal symptoms!), seeing as I’ve had my head stuck in my accounts this week. That plus the torrential rain we’ve had, certainly put a damper on this week.
Altered Art & Stuff... 
Laura
/ July 10, 2008Marvelous entry, Rosie! I love the multiple layers of mixed media. A wonderful addition to the Flags Gallery!
Sally
/ July 11, 2008nice one rosie – i have joined in with this challenge too!! 🙂
Tracey AKA rattytatty
/ July 11, 2008Stunning rosie. This is amazing. Love all the stamps and the clever use of the ribbons
carolann
/ July 11, 2008Fantastic work Rosie it is fab hun xxxx
Nancy Maxwell James
/ July 11, 2008this is a wonderful arch!
Louise
/ July 11, 2008Great way to incorporate two challenges. Love your arch!
Patricia
/ July 12, 2008Very, very beautiful. I know what you mean about missing the sewing machine – just the sound of mine is a comfort.
Nancy Maxwell James
/ July 12, 2008love the composition of your arch! fantastic!