My Scrap Chick has a brand new series of stacked frames! I'm loving them and the Horizontal Frame was perfect for this project. They are simple to put together and if you don't like the beveled inside of the frame, you can change it. Easy!
Once all the pieces were cut, I used a full page embossing folder from Craftwell and the cut-n-boss to do the embossing. I cut some stars from a recycled aluminum can.
Now for more fun!
Using the ebrush and the siphon attachment I added color to each of the frame pieces using some fabric dye I had left over from another project. Set aside to dry. When dry, I assembled the frame according to the directions in the pdf file.
The stars required some color... so some acrylic paint and a bit of blue glass cleaner to "dilute" it a bit, made a perfect solution for the opaque white stars. The blue and red stars were colored using some Spectrum Noir markers. I added a star eyelet from my stash to each for a little more festive look.
The frames would be a great summer project for kids 8 and above with parental supervision. The stars have sharp edges, so paper stars might be a better idea for kids. I would love to do these with my grands... and who knows, we just might get the opportunity later this summer!
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It's summer - and the door to door salesmen are coming by in droves; and rather than have to hold Busted back, we needed a little something that might deter them. Thankfully, I was able to put something together after a day with several folks "dropping" by to try to sell us something...
The Creative Pointe, has some fabulous flourish files that were perfect for the design I had in mind. I was looking for simplicity and I found it in this file
You'll need: Wooden Tags (1 1/2" x 3 1/4) from Latina Crafter Stencils Latina Crafter Wood Veneers, Feliz Cumpleanos Craftwell eBrush, AD Adapter (with foam cushion hack) Craftwell Siphon adapter, siphon cup Classic Markers (Stampin' Up!) Ink refills in coordinating colors Acrylic craft paint Modge Podge Scotch Quick Dry Glue Electronic Die Cutting Machine (Sizzix eclips2, eCal2) Craftwell Cut-n-Boss and plates TC Pocket Dies (Lucky Tag) Cardstock (white or light gray) Ribbon or twine Foam brush (for paint and Modge Podge Application0 embossing folder*
*Optional
Tag 1: Paint all the tags white. I only did one side and covered the back side with some stenciled and eBrushed paper
Using the eBrush with the markers, create an ombre effect using 3 markers as desired and the Puntos stencil.
Lightly edge the tag with gray or brown marker
Cut the SO using your die cutting machine. You can ungroup the 'O' and remove the inner circle and replace it with a heart.
Weld the S and the O so they cut as one unit.
Change to the siphon adapter, with a small amount of ink, spray the die cut. set aside to dry.
Apply a light coat of modge podge to the tag. Lay the SO on the tag as desired and set aside to dry.
You can apply another light coat of Modge Podge when the first has dried.
If you apply something to the back of the tag, seal it with Modge Podge as well.
Tag 2: Cut the Lucky tag using the Cut-n-Boss using the sandwich as described below:
Stencil the Lucky Tag with the Banner stencil from the Feliz Cumpleanos set. Use the eBrush with the AD Marker adapter and the SU markers.
If desired for a little more texture and interest, emboss the are above the lettering with an embossing folder of your choice using the Cut-n-Boss with the following sandwich: Add a strip of contrasting color to the back of the Lucky Tag for a little more interest.
With the ebrush and a gray marker, add some gray along the edge of the tag.
Apply a light coat of Modge Podge to the wooden tag and place the Lucky Tag centered on the tag. Let dry. Apply a "dusting" of gray along the edge of the tag. Apply a second coat of Modge Podge to seal the tag.
Finish the back of the tag as desired.
Tag 3: Using the eBrush and marker and the Balloon Stencil from the Feliz Cumpleanos, add some color to the tag.
Cut a 2 using your die cutting machine, color using the siphon adapter.
Edge the tag with a light 'brushing" of gray along the edges. I also spattered some gray on the tag.
Apply a light coat of Modge Podge and add the 2 while the coat is still wet. Let dry.
Use some scotch quick dry glue to add the banner veneer cut. When that has dried, brush on a second coat of Modge Podge. Let dry.
Finish back of tag as desired.
Tag 4: Cut a paper tag using the electronic cutting machine -- I chose the word celebrate for my tag.
eBrush the Hat Stencil onto the tag using a marker. Add a bit more color using another marker. Allow the marker to splatter here and there.
Add some gray to the edge of the wooden tag. Add a light coat of Modge Podge, while it's still wet, center the paper tag and let dry.
Add highlights if desired and a second coat of Modge Podge.
Finish the back and seal with Modge Podge and set aside with the rest of the tags.
Tag 5: Ebrush and stencil using the Puntos Stencil again.
Add some gray to the edges.
Choose a photo as a focal point and trim to size as needed.
Use that Modge Podge again to seal the wood and as "glue" for the photo to the tag.
When that has dried, add a few dabs of glue to the back of the Veneer hat. You can apply a second coat of Modge Podge if you'd like.
Finish the back as desired and be sure to sign your project.
My husband is celebrating a milestone birthday this year, so I'm planning some extra goodies for him. He usually doesn't read my blog, so I hope he won't take a huge interest until AFTER his birthday! LOL
By the way, every tag album needs a container.... stay tuned that's up next!
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Just a quick stop here today. Thought I would share this fast and fabulous project using some burlap, a mason jar, a few small silk flowers and leaves AND the CraftwellUSA ebrush and siphon adapter.
Strips of looped burlap with a button center are sprayed with ink using the eBrush and the siphon adapter and well. You can color a bunch of flowers in no time at all!
Silk flower fillers are also sprayed.
Fill a jar with some crinkled paper or colored glass gems. Arrange the burlap flowers and filler flowers and leaves as desired. Wrap the bottle with some lacy and burlap and your bouquet is ready to dress up the table.
Looped burlap before spraying.
After spraying.
Thanks for dropping by. Hope you'll find some creative time in your upcoming week's schedule! Enjoy!
A Shout Out to @LatinaCrafter! What a fun way to start generating some fun play time. If you stopped by yesterday, I shared this doll with you. The majority of the fabric was sprayed using the Puntos stencil as the featured design for the body and the underskirt! LOVE how it turned out.
Today, I want to share how you can use the same stencil on wood! Simple wood tags that will be gifts for some very special friends. So here's a sneak peak:
Take a look at the pictures below for an idea of how quickly these go together! Click on the image for a larger version and additional details: I used Craftwell's eBrush and the siphon adapter and some Adirondack inks for this project.
Seal as desired and gift away! Thanks for dropping by and happy hopping with Latina Crafter!
Here are a few pictures of the process. Get all your equipment ready -- Let's SPRAY!
Click on the photos for a larger image:
I heat set all of the stenciled fabric pieces before cutting and stitching.. After rinsing out the glue on the yellow piece, let dry and press. Complete as directed in the pattern that you choose. The body for this doll sits in a Mason Jar. I used a pattern from my doll making era! Add the overskirt and tie in place. Add the hair and any additional embellishment.
I made an origami parasol following the directions found in this youtube video. I sprayed the paper squares using the eBrush and Sharpie markers using the same stencil as used for the doll.
Embellish as desired! Can you see that veneer peeking out? It's a Sun hiding behind a cloud! Love it and it was a perfect accent around the doll's waist. At this point in time, I wasn't sure about adding some facial features or not... but if you scroll back to the top photo, I did!
Doll making is always fun! Let your creativity flow. Thanks for dropping by. Hope you'll be spending some time crafting soon!
Thanks to our sponsor, Latina Crafter for the wood veneers and stencil used in this project!
PS: June 11 - 12, Be sure to pop by Latina Crafter for their fabulous Blog Hop!
Clay, paper, burlap and cotton cording make for some fun with this heart. Add some color, beads and a button and you're good to put this project together as a very nice gift for Mom.
You'll need: Oven bake clay (Sculpey was used for this project) scrap paper cotton cording markers (Spectrum Noir) Pearl Ex burlap/canvas scrap (mine is from Canvas Corp) circle wafer die Die Cutting machine ebrush, siphon adapter straw cookie cutter or mold E6000 glue 2 step bird punch, 3/4" circle punch
Prepare your clay according to the manufacturer's directions. Form into desired shape. I chose to string a cord through the top and down to the bottom, so using the straw, make two holes to string the cording through. Using the ebrush and the siphon adapter, mix some pearl ex with enough water to make it fluid. Spray the surface and sides of the clay. Bake as directed. Let cool.
While your shape is baking, prepare your paper pieces. I ran some cardstock through a paper crimper about 10 times. Enough to break down the fibers and separate each disc into 2 layers. See the photo below (click to enlarge). Wad it up to add more texture to the piece. With the "raw" side facing you fold in half and in half again so you have a quarter circle. Carefully make two cuts towards the folded center for petals. Unfold. Using a piercer, make a hole in the center and place a small brad.
Cut the burlap using a die cutting machine using the correct sandwich for your machine. Set aside.
Thread your cording through the heart. To keep the cording from sliding, secure by adding a knot behind each of the holes. You can thread your beads on the bottom ends if you choose to do so now. Knot each end and for extra security, slide your bottom bead up a bit and add a dab of glue on the cording and slide the bead back down in place.
Using the eBrush, add some color as desired to your flowers. You can use the siphon or the marker adapters to add the color. Using the bird punch, cut 3 wings and color those as well. You can add some dimension by turning the leaves over, and using the ball end of a stylus, with circular motion add some curve to the leaves. You can also add some veins to the back of the leaves. .
Now you can add all of your embellishments on the heart as desired. The burlap goes down first, then the flowers and leaves and the button/charm last. I used the E6000 glue to secure everything and let it dry overnight to make sure everything is secure.
Have some fun! Make this one yours. I got the idea from here.
Thanks for dropping by... hope you've got some crafting time on the calendar! And don't forget to drop by Craftwell's blog to see what the rest of the design team has been up to.
Using a file from SVGCuts, Happy Trails Kit - I love how this turned out. As much as I'd originally wanted it to look like a rainboot, I think it turned out quite nicely.
I used glossy white photo paper (12x12) for all the pieces and used the eclips2 and eCal2 to make those perfect cut pieces. Yes, all the pieces for this project started out as white. After putting the basic boot together, setting the extra panels and taps to the side; with the help of my Craftwell eBrush with the Siphon attachment and some bright yellow ink I add some alcohol to, I sprayed all of the pieces and let dry. (check to make sure that your ink will dry on the glossy stock quickly. )
Paint all the extra pieces after you've done the embossing. When you add the color, the ink adds some extra depth to the piece. I was in the mood for some poppies so I grabbed a stencil from my stash and using some SN markers, colored in the poppies using the eBrush and the markers on the now yellow side panels for the boot.
Following the kit directions, complete the boot.
For the poppies, I cut some tissue paper circles (you could use some nesting dies to cut multiple layers) or your electronic die cutting machine. I used 2 different sizes for each poppy... make three different sizes.
Using the ebrush and the siphon, color in the poppies the desired color. You can color again once it's dried using a waterbased ink for deeper color. Crunch and add more color if you wish. The centers are white paper and colored with a black/dk gray ink. (you could use markers if you don't have the siphon adapter. Be sure to spray everything using a box to catch the over-spray. Wear a mask as well if you're mixing your ink with alcohol and work in a well-ventilated space.
The poppies were sprayed AFTER they were wired with stems. My poppies have two or three layers of tissue as petals and 3 layers for the stamen center.
Thanks for dropping by. Hoping you've got some crafting time built in this week.
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