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Monday 17 September 2018

Art journal page (MOOD swing)

Hi everyone!!


Today I'm here with my new Art Journal page:


Would you like to know how I made the page?? Very simple:

1- painted the background using black gesso.
2-i used small circles stencil & arrows stencil to add texture with modeling paste & with white distress paint.
3-i stamped the quote .
4-i colored the stamped image using Dylusion stamps,colored them using prima watercolors.

Hope you enjoy it! ^_^

I will be entering this piece into the following challenges:-

Friday 7 September 2018

BACK TO SCHOOL CARD: DT CARD FOR THE CRAFTY ADDICTS BLOG

Good morning crafty friends
Today, I'm here to tell you about the latest challenge over at The Crafty Addicts




This month our theme as always is 'Anything Goes' but you could follow our twist of 'Back to School'. Sponsoring us is the fabulous Polkadoodles. For my DT inspiration, I am using this little image  

Knowledge is Everything


On a 6*6 square card ,I matt and layered Some die cuts & pattern paper& paper doily.the image, i printed it to 200gsm paper then watercolor it then fussy cut it & add it to the card.I finished it off using words stickers ,paper flowers&Nuvo crystal drops.


                                                      SUPPLIES LIST:
STAMPS:
polkadoodles
DIES
Cricut clock electronic cut
 Heart border die by MARIANNE DF3413
Sue Wilson square die SET
Spellbinders Nestabilities Die - Labels One
INK:
Distress ink-worn lipstick
DIES:
Cricut clock electronic cut
PAPER/CARD
Heavy weight paper (local store)200GSM
pattern aper from my stash
paper rolled flowers
PAINT
Prima marketing watercolors
Ranger glossy accents 
Nuvo crystal drops white 

ACCESSORIES & TOOLS
paper stickers
Tacky Glue
paper doily  from my stash


Thanks so much for stopping by and hope that I have inspired you to come on over and join us for this month's challenge.
Crafty Hugs
Zahraa (DT)
xxx

I will be entering this piece into the following challenges:-

Pile It On! #146 - Think Big



Sunday 2 September 2018

Flowers Mixed Media Handmade Card

Good morning everyone!


I have a bright card to show you all today......CHECK IT OUT!!!









My card has a lovely mixed media style ... here is step by step tutorial for it.
i painted  watercolor paper piece with Gesso & left it till dry.


i have made a wash using Mica powder & water spray bottle.


and left it to dry.

covered some natural feathers with golden acrylic paint.

and covered a piece of cloth with pearl white acrylic paint.

then i distressed a piece of old book page.

added a texture to the card using sharp paper cutter.

prepared some embellishments to decorate the card. 

i have created a word frame using metal frame & chipboard stickers.

i added stamping touches to the card to give more interest.

i have used 3D gloss gel with micro beads to ad a nice pretty touches to the card.

finally i decorated the card a little bit using Nuvo crystal drops.

SUPPLIES LIST:
STAMPS:
Butterfly stamp
mixed media unbranded stamp

INK:
Archival ink- Jet Black
Distress ink-Vintage Photo
Distress embossing powder-Walnut stain 

PAPER/CARD
Heavy weight paper (local store)300GSM
Watercolor paper 300GSM
Old book paper piece

PAINT
Prima marketing metallic mica powder -gold
Prima marketing 3D gloss gel 
Golden & Pearl white acrylic paint
Gesso
Nuvo crystal drops -gold ,white 

ACCESSORIES & TOOLS
Micro beads
Feathers
Metal embellishments
Tacky Glue
Prima Marketing Amber Moon Flowers 
Thread,Twine
K&CO chipbeard stickers
K&co metal frame sticker
Bling  from my stash


I hope you found some inspiration today. Thanks for stopping by.❤

I will be entering this piece into the following challenges:-

Saturday 1 September 2018

ANNOUNCEMENT:EXPLOSION BOX MASTER CLASS ON MYSTIC SPRING STUDIOS

Hey Everyone! I have a great announcement today! Recently I recorded  a class for an American great online retailer of scrapbooking products,  www.mysticspringstudios.com .



I am so excited! I recorded a full explosion box tutorial with lots of fun interactive inserts that I can't wait for you to check out.Here's a sneak peek photo of the color theme will use :)


my lesson includes :
  • downloadable video lesson.
  • a list of supplies for the lesson & templates.
  • This course is catered to those who are interested in learning how to make a unique 3D gift.
Fun huh? Do you want to learn how to do this box in all its glory?

.  Here is the link:

Can't wait for you to check them out! Have fun!

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I will be a part of this amazing, brand-new collaborative workshop called

ART WALK ALCHEMY

In this year-long mixed-media course there will be 24 professional artists to educate, inspire, motivate, and celebrate you in your artistic journey. The 2019 theme is Totems and Talismans, and each lesson will incorporate a literal or metaphoric representation of various totems and talismans.
Through this year, you will create twenty-four unique art projects that exhibit different perspectives on this exciting theme. This course is suitable for all artistic levels.
When you sign up for this course you will receive:
  • access to 24 professional artists. Each one will be available to answer questions and support your creativity during their lesson.
  • 24 in-depth video lessons in our favorite six art forms: paper art, clay, mixed media, fiber, jewelry, and painting.
  • a creative community of fellow artists with whom you can exchange comments, share your projects, and interact throughout the entire year.
  • downloadable video lessons.
  • a list of supplies for each lesson. Some supplies will be available in our shop so please check it out. We will also highlight any course packs that we offer.
  • an opportunity to pre-order available course packs.
  • surprises and unexpected freebies throughout the year. (yay!)



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