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New Beginnings Art Journal Page

March 7, 2019 / / 2 Comments

Hello Everyone!

Today we have a page for the Sisterhood of the Traveling Art Journal and this journal’s theme is New Beginnings.

I love this theme, and it reminded me of springtime and caterpillars turning into butterflies. 

This page is an update to the vintage pattern collage girls that I have done in the past. You can visit that blog post here:

Vintage Sewing Pattern Collage

New Beginings
New Beginnings Art Journal page

It was a lot of fun to revisit this technique and improve upon the designs and add more detail. The traveling art journal is expanding my boundaries and helping me be more creative. 

New beginnings art journal page

I hope you enjoyed this take in new beginnings. What makes you think of a new beginning and how would you journal it?

Affiliate links:

metallic gelatos: https://amzn.to/2TfKUeh
Prima marketing Oil Pastels: https://amzn.to/2EPIZV4
Ranger Art journal: https://amzn.to/2EAWpmh
Faber Castel white Pitt Pen https://amzn.to/2UhBlrH
Stickles https://amzn.to/2TgIJqO
Liquitex Gloss Gel https://amzn.to/2NHBGS9

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Sword in the Stone Art Journal Page

February 19, 2019 / / 0 Comments

Hello Everyone!

I have another page for the Sisterhood of the Traveling Art Journal. This theme was a little harder for me, and really challenged me creatively, but in the end I think I found a creative way to approach this theme. 

 

So the theme of this journal is medieval gypsy. I am not sure exactly what that means so I just went with the medieval part, specifically the legend of the Sword in the Stone. 

Sword in the Stone
Sword in the Stone

I love this story, and this page reflect this. I created a rock out of fabric, and the background is textured with tissue paper and colored with dylusions sprays. 

Sword in the Stone
Sword in the Stone

The best part of this page is that the sword actually goes up and down! So much fun! 

Sword in the Stone
Sword in the Stone

I am really loving how this Sisterhood program that I am in really helps me expand my boundaries and stretch my creativity. I can’t wait to see what next month will bring!

Affiliate Links

Dylusions sprays https://amzn.to/2V1O7KI
Ranger journal https://amzn.to/2XlctRU
White gesso https://amzn.to/2NdBUju
gloss gel https://amzn.to/2GRAlXi
Tim holtz grunge board https://amzn.to/2Xcb1B5
Finnabair wax https://amzn.to/2GXo4Rt
Distress ink https://amzn.to/2T3jaZf
Folk art paint https://amzn.to/2TXCpAS

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Mixed Media Collage Art #1

February 12, 2019 / / 2 Comments

Hello Everyone!

I have really been getting into collages. It is a fun way to explore my creative process and really stretch me creatively.

I started with a canvas board and added acrylic paint and stencils and stamps and splatters to add detail and dimension to the background.

Collage art
Collage Art- Man in Saturn

Once I was happy with the background I added the collage pieces on top. I like to find images in magazines and catalogs. You never know what can be combined to create an art piece.

Collage art
Collage Art- Man in Saturn

To finish the piece I added details with paint pens. I think that added he detail that the piece was missing. 

This was a lot of fun and I will continue to explore my collage capabilities this year. 

Where do you fine images to use in your collages?

Affiliate links:
canvas boards https://amzn.to/2Ib2evP
metallic acrylic paint https://amzn.to/2X0QcJ1
Circle stencil (similar to the one I used) https://amzn.to/2SGR3zb
white gel pen https://amzn.to/2N108xd
Metallic paint pens (similar to the ones I used) https://amzn.to/2DvkSsS

 

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How to Create a Junk Journal

January 29, 2019 / / 0 Comments

Hello Everyone!

Junk journals are all the over the internet right now! I have always loved junk journals and I want to show you how I create mine. 

I use my journals to try out new products or when I go on vacation I like to take my journal and fill it with all the goodies I find along the way like tickets and postcards. 

Junk Journal
Junk Journal

These are so much to make with a vintage pattern. I add all kinds of emphrema and washi tape and bits and bobs from my studio. 

Junk Journal
Junk Journal

For the binding I like to stitch the side, but you can use a long stapler if you want. I add a ribbon to keep it all together.

Junk Journal
Junk Journal

These are so much to make and I like to take mine everywhere!

If you try it out let me know how it works for you. 

 

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Paris Art Journal Page

January 23, 2019 / / 0 Comments

Hello Everyone!

Sometime things just get lost. That is exactly what happened to my journal that I created for the Sisterhood of the Traveling Art Journal. Mine was lost in the mail! All that hard work gone. But we are only half way though so I created a new one and I am sending it on to the girl that did not get it. 

 

If you are not up to speed with the Sisterhood here is a link to my very first post about it.

Sisterhood of the Traveling Art Journal

Paris art journal page
Paris is always a good idea.

I have been loving the journaling and the themes that everyone is coming up with. This whole journey has been amazing! And I will admit that I even liked creating a new travel theme page, lol. 

And getting out my watercolors was so much fun and refreshing. I need to grab them more often. 

paris art journal
Paris Art journal page

So is this journal swapping something you might do you with your friends? You can even do a version with quilts or crochet. The ideas are endless. 

Designs by Rachel Beth Watercolors https://www.etsy.com/shop/DesignsbyRachelBeth

Affiliate links:
Dylusions journal bundle- https://amzn.to/2AXUwix
Prima Marketing watercolors Pastel Dreams https://amzn.to/2RZAJsS
White gel pen https://amzn.to/2S3gvOO

Mixed Media Photo Shadow Box

January 17, 2019 / / 0 Comments

Hello Everyone!

I have always love these pictures of my Grandmother and Great Aunt. They both look so beautiful, so I wanted to honor them with this mixed media shadow box.

I found these really great square trays in my stash and I thought they would be perfect as a shadow box. 

Mixed Media Shadow Box
Mixed Media Shadow Box

I actually created 2 shadow boxes. One was my sample and practice box and the 2nd one was the one I actually filmed. I love both and I think they will look great on my mantle.

Mixed Media Shadow Box

Mixed Media Shadow Box

By adding contrasting elements like metal and wood you create a really interesting design. I like the worm metals with the black and white photo, the contrast is interesting to look at. 

Mixed Media Shadow Box

Mixed Media Shadow Box

Projects like this are a great way to use up all the little bits and bobs that are in your stash, lol. These would be great gifts or perfect to keep for yourself, lol. 

Mixed Media Shadow Box

Mixed Media Shadow Box

Such a fun project! Do you have any old photos to use in a shadow box? Or have you used any old photos in a project?

Affiliate links
Wooden trays- https://amzn.to/2DgBIwF
Folk art metallic paint- https://amzn.to/2VYVZ0S
Finnabair brushes https://amzn.to/2T1PnwP
Wood letters- https://amzn.to/2FyFJ1I
Finnabair mechanical butterflies https://amzn.to/2MnwLoR
Finnabair vintage sik wax https://amzn.to/2FxlwJF
tim Holtz Found relative (in case you don’t have your own pics) https://amzn.to/2MiQmGv

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Elephant Art Journal Page

January 11, 2019 / / 4 Comments

Hello Everyone!

Elephants are one of my favorite animals! Such a wonderful creature! I found a photo from a National Geographic Magazine of 2 elephants and I just knew they would be perfect as a focal point for an art journal page.

I wanted to do a bright and colorful page. This is outside my norm, and it was fun to push my boundaries. I used some Prima marketing oil pastels I received in a goodie bag. I haven’t used them much, you better believe that I will be using them more in the future, lol. 

elephant art journal page
Elephant Art Journal Page

In addition to the oil pastels I used some spray inks, stamps, stickers, and quotes to finish out the page. 

elephant art journal page
Elephant Art Journal Page

This was such a fun page to create! I love the bright colors with the elephants painted in black, it really allows them to stand out. 

Affiliate links to items used or similar
Ranger Journal https://amzn.to/2D3wBj3
Mod Podge https://amzn.to/2VIFV3i
Silicone brush https://amzn.to/2VKTb7F
Prima Oil pastels- https://amzn.to/2VHTekJ
Finnabair Brushes- https://amzn.to/2VKeHJw
Dylusions sprays- https://amzn.to/2RKOOds
Ranger archival ink black- https://amzn.to/2RI2rdp
Clear Gesso- https://amzn.to/2Cidxft
Artist loft paint- https://amzn.to/2RLkxeK
Tube squeeze key- https://amzn.to/2RLlBPM
White gel pen- https://amzn.to/2VKToYv
Mandala Stamp-https://amzn.to/2RMaAgY

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Resin Frame and Flowers Mixed Media

January 8, 2019 / / 0 Comments

Hello Everyone!

Today I have my first project of 2019! and it is a low buy project. So far I am off to a good start, lol (I am starting strong, let’s keep it up).

For this project I had all of the elements and flowers in my stash. It was fun to find so things I forgot I had to actually us them.

I started with a resin frame that I had in my stash. I bought it on impulse from a creative reuse center and didn’t know what I was going to do with it. So it was stored away. Until I decided to do my low buy. So I went digging for something new to play with, and I found this frame. 

frame and flowers
Frames and flowers

I thought the frame looked like a fancy window so I stenciled a swing and created a little scene with flowers and sprays and just about any other mixed media element I could find. 

frames and flowers
Frames and flowers

I loved adding all the flowers, I just kept piling on until I thought the canvas would break, lol. For this project I thought “the more the merrier” and kept on adding. I love how it all turned out and the splashes I added at the end was the perfect way to finish the piece. 

I am looking forward to the new projects I can create using what I own. I am sure there are some hidden jems in my art studio waiting to be found.

Affiliate links to products used or similar ones:
5×7 canvas boards https://amzn.to/2VD6Tt2
prima Marketing resin frames- https://amzn.to/2VD6WoI
Swing Stencil https://amzn.to/2VEZWaR
Matte medium- https://amzn.to/2sj47M1
Folk art metallic- https://amzn.to/2sh8t6I
Lindy’s Spray Time Travel teal https://amzn.to/2AvblBl
Distress Ink Weathered Wood https://amzn.to/2SHhCRl
prima Marketing Flowers https://amzn.to/2RA8l0e
Clear rhinestone stickers https://amzn.to/2RBuRFV

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Craft Room Organization and Low Buy Challenge

January 3, 2019 / / 15 Comments

Hello Everyone!
I am so excited to show off my clean and organized craft room/ art studio. I went through a major purge with the help of a professional organizer- Morgan. (not a sponsored video)
I love how this turned into a functional space that works for me and my needs.

Here is her contact information:
https://www.morganizewithme.com/

I have to say, I am a little embarrassed at how bad my room actually was. I had over 20 years of craft and art supplies that I needed to organize and purge! I my opinion I needed some help to keep me focused and on task. I am sure I could have done this one my own, but sometimes it is better to get outside help.

Once I buckled down, with Morgan’s help, I got it all under control. And now that it is done, I feel so good and much more creative.

Before and after

I am also doing a low buy this year. What that means to me is that I am not planning on purchasing anything new that I don’t need. This does not include staples like gel mediums and glues and things of that nature. Once a quarter I will head to the store with my list and see if there is anything I need, lol. I am trying to use up what I have and be creative with my own supplies.

I anyone interested in joining me in my low buy challenge?

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Winter Theme Art Journal Page

December 21, 2018 / / 0 Comments

Hello Everyone!

Are you getting excited for the holidays? I am! I am taking the next few weeks off from posting, it will be a much needed break to recharge my creative juices.

But before I take a break I wanted to share a winter theme art journal page with you.

I found these 2 really cute graphics. They are called the Dumpling Dynasty. I am not sure where they came from, but they are adorable. I am not even sure if they are winter themed or not, lol. I just loved the blues and thought it was perfect for my page.

Winter Theme Art Journal Page

Since they were so cute, I thought they would be the focus of the page.

I added a Graphic 45 card as well to complement the Dumpling Dynasty kids.

Winter Art Journal Page

To fill out the page I added ribbon and snowflakes and string and a tassel. The background was painted with blue and white acrylic paint to create the ombre effect.

Add white and blue splatters to get a pretty snow effect and your page is done!

Winter art journal page
Winter art journal page

I really enjoyed creating this page! The blues and whites look so wintery.

I will see you after the break! Keep on creating!

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