I finally got around to constructing a light box – I am not sure why I didn’t do it sooner as it was a super quick project. It was very easily made using the tutorial I found at Strobist a couple of years ago. I just used an old box and covered the sides and top with greaseproof paper. It now means that I can take decent photos in winter and at night. I just need to get a better lamp.
My dear friend Janelle has recently opened an online store selling her gorgeous bags. Her attention to detail and workmanship are simply amazing. Janelle’s speciality are the lovely and original Rose Bags – you may recall the stunning deep red one that she gave me for my birthday (shown again below). She also makes lots of other lovely styles too – pop on over to Janellybelly Bags and Things!
Have a great weekend – I hope to spend plenty of time in my craft room!
Oh i have divine twine in every colour, i can NOT resist!! Those light boxes really work too, great construction, love Posie
Ooooooh I am totally inspired to make one. Can I ask a real novice question though – what kind of lamp did you use. Thanks for sharing the link I definitely want to make one.
How easy is that light box, and lovely ohotos , wow I am off to try and make one,
I also have some devine twine and use it for on alot of craft projects.
Janelle’s bags are gorgeous, I have a black rose one. Did you have to put up a link about twine it looks great and matches perfectly with your tag.
xx
I’m just recently stumbled upon divine twine and just been so addicted to it ever since!! I have like 5 twine in order waiting for delivery! so gorgeous!! thanks for sharing!
I love my divine twine I use it for everything
Thats great! I will have to do it because when its grey outside and i have to take pictures … Uhgg!!!! Now i can 😛 jajaja
That’s a great idea Lisa. I’m always looking for ways to get more light into my photos. Well done on the construction work!!
great idea!
I’m loving your twine. Great colors. I must get some!
Maureen
LOVE that aqua twine…*swoon* That bag is GORGEOUS…wow… Your light box is great. I should make one of those too. Enjoy your crafty weekend! :o) ((HUGS))
I have been wanting to make a lightbox like this for awhile. They look so easy to do. They make for absolutely gorgeous photos!
Perfect, and lovin’ that twine!
You will have so much fun with that twine!!! I have already popped over to Janelles shop for a look and think she may be helping me out with some Birthday/Christmas shopping!!!
I always love reading your blog; it’s such an inspiration. Must get some of that twine. Thought of you when I saw some Japanese masking tape in a shop in Singapore a few weeks ago – and again in a newsagent’s in Lyon, France, when I asked if they stocked Marie Claire Idees (in faltering French, but it worked!)Thanks for sharing all the lovely things you do.
Your light box looks fab! I haven’t gotten around to making mine but I will soon. Thanks for your motivation!
Congrats to Janelle opening her bag shop! She is very talented.!
Love the bag you got (o: Janelle makes lovely bags.
The pics look so very nice – good job. Amazing what a difference something relatively low-tech can make.
The twine looks like fun.
I definately need to scrounge a box from somewhere to make one of these – they’re magic!
I’m so glad your twine made it safely! Your pictures are gorgeous — don’t you love your new light box? LOVE that cute little giftbox with the twine and tag too — you’re SOOO clever!!!