Crafting Timeless Beauty: A Tribute to 'Gone with the Wind'

Inspired by my youngest sister's admiration for the classic novel and cinematic masterpiece, Gone with the Wind, this beautiful upcycled gift took shape. Originating as a bronzed metal clock purchased from Ross store years ago, its clock function eventually ceased. Contemplating between repairing the clock or embarking on an upcycling venture, I decided on the latter. Removing the clock mechanism altogether, I transformed it into a tribute to Gone with the Wind, embracing the allure of a shadow box aesthetic.

The Center

The focal point of this creation emerges from a canvas painted with acrylics, meticulously crafted to depict the iconic scenery of the story. Textured paste breathed life into the house, mountains, and trees, while cardboard, textured paste, and air-dry clay formed the foreground. Miniature lights nestled within, delicately illuminating the scene, cleverly concealed along the oval edges. On the reverse side, vintage paper prints adorned with tiny poster images, sealed with decoupage, add depth and nostalgia.

The Frame

Silicone molds discovered on Amazon became tools for shaping leaves, vines, corner accents, and frames from air-dry clay. Echoing the theme, Gone with the Wind imagery graces the bottom and sides through the art of decoupage. The entire piece finds cohesion under a coat of chalk paints, marrying the disparate elements into a harmonious whole.