Take a peek at my latest article posted on the Artistry. I'm so excited to share today.
The Gramophone file is from The Cutting Room Digital Designs store at Creative Fabrica. The file has been adapted to feature a turntable that turns and a recordable Invite By Voice sound box.
It's that time of year and we have some painting projects that need a few extra hands to help make it happen. That wheelchair ramp is a long one and it's needs a bit of refreshing! I figured that using some fun invites would make the job seem a little more fun and we'd enjoy the company as we tackled the ramp. You'll find more of the details on The Artistry!
And while you're there -- be sure to check out this amazing 210+ Font Bundle! There are definitely some keepers in this one! All have commercial use licenses! I spotted a few that could be used with a pen or other draw tool, like the Foil Quill. Scroll down the page to take a peek at all the fonts included - You won't be disappointed.
Hoping you'll get some time to spend in your crafty space this week to nurture your creative spirit and soul. Hope it's a great one!
We've turned another page on the calendar.... yep, we still have a paper calendar hanging on the wall in the kitchen. I know, it's old fashioned with all the electronic calendars AND planners out there... but it works for us.
Last year, we made Venus Flytraps for our big Halloween projects. Remember these?
You can find the blog post here. And that project set another in motion at Simply Crafty SVGs -- Sandy did an amazing job creating a 3D paper project in a smaller version!
Sandy's file is available here.
While on the hunt for something fun to make this year..... Les Pensees en Papier Etsy shop had the perfect solution.
A Haunted House explosion box!
And there are interactive elements -- such as the 2 waterfall slides (pumpkins and skulls) on 2 panels of the second box!
The "attic" holds a couple of surprises too!
The SVG files cut neatly with the eclips and eCal3. Directions were clear and easy to complete (link to a youtube tutorial is included with your download). I used AC Smooth Cardstock in black and white. Colored paper is Bazzill. Some is textured and some pieces are smooth. The roof is all one piece and is easy to attach and I love the texture!
My finishing touch was to add the Light Activated Sound Module from InviteByVoice. Music is "Haunted House on the Hill" from MelodyLoops.com. And when the light filters through to the sensor, well, let's just say, we've been surprised a couple of times with music playing without lifting the roof off!
Thanks for stopping by... Nurtured your heart and soul doing a little creating. Have fun and we'll be checking back in soon.
This is a pretty quick project and instructions were clear and easy to follow from a new designer on Etsy. Rafael Migliorini, has a brand spanking new Etsy store and some fun designs are showing up. (https://www.etsy.com/shop/RMDesignerGrafico)
The rat is a print 2 cut graphic from CreativeFabrica. The box will fit some fun treats too.
Mother's Day cards were quick to make (especially since time to play is in short supply). The background for this card is a purchased image is from Dreamstime.com. The sentiment is a Print2Cut created in eCal3 and cut with the eclips2. The stamped and die cut tulips are from WaffleFlower. Colored pencils from Rembrandt were used for the stamped images.
There's more... but until the cards are delivered, the images are under wraps for the time being.
May birthdays have come and gone -- and June celebrations are just around the corner... Looking forward to sharing a few more ideas here over the weekend.
Spend some time in your creative space soon. Make time for a some fun and play. Will be checking back in again soon.
Quick "little" post!
This larger tag similar to a previous post would be perfect for decorating a gift box. Adding a simple personalized sentiment or greeting would be the perfect finish for this foiled design.
Sorry it's not the best image, but I do love how it turned out. the image is from a line art bundle I purchased a while back and I love the simple lines. The eclips2 and draw command in eCal3 paired with the Foil Quill fine tip and Spellbinder's Rose Gold foil made easy work of this design. Added a little color with watercolor pencils and a waterbrush.
For the last 10 years or so, I've been making Greatness Gems.
Sadly, I'm no longer able to get the "gems" from any of my previous sources and not have to raise prices. But in an effort to bring something else to the table, I did find another source for glass and in heart shapes. So now, we're in the process of testing a new product -- hoping that it will work and fill the need with my customer list.
New order of glass has just arrived and we've been coloring up a storm in preparation for the release in a couple of weeks.
Tags and insert were made using eCal3 and the print 2 cut command and of course cut using the eclips2. There's also a hidden gem in the bag with a print heart and branding for this particular event. The bags were purchased in bulk from Amazon and are 3 x 2.5 inches. Another feature is that the inserts can be customized for the client.
2018 has been a full year. Lots of good things have happened overall and even the not to great stuff wasn't all that bad when you think about it.
I've really enjoyed my creative time so much more this year. A few artsy and fun classes from penwork to gelli plate/art and general play with paper, clay and fabric. Grateful for it all.
I've decided that for me, it would be fun to recap the year with a few pictures of some of my favorite projects.... you can check the archives by the year and month for the whole year's worth of fun.
January the Valentine Ornament box. File from Lori Whitlock - Halloween house adapted for the holiday.
February a little clay play. Love using Sculpey, stamps, mica and more. This was among my favorites for some mixed media play and design team work for Mixed Media Supplies.
March Lots of pastel colors and a touch of non-caloric chocolate for this fun dimensional card from Simply Crafty SVGs was a favorite for the month.
April A sweet shadowbox card using G45's Secret Garden. File from SVGCuts.com
May ATC sized gelli prints -- and digital stamps. So much play fun!
June quick and easy card using a digital stamp from RGStudio360.
July - July porch decor using a recycled shelving side panel...
August - we got an early start with October crafting with this paper quilt. So much fun kicking up a few heels!
September The Geodesic Pumpkin from SVGCuts was a perfect addition to the mantel for September and October!
October brought more than a change in the weather.... it's also anniversary time for our youngest son. We went a little overboard on this year's card, but it was so worth it!
November I couldn't pick just one project for this month, so I'm sharing two! The first was a fun 12 Tags of Christmas challenge. All of the details for this one including a video can be found here.
Dreaming Tree also put out a bevy of great files to work with in 2018... among my favorites was this cutie!
December Our Gnomie tree - I love my laser etcher and I've loving having found a new way to showcase some digital artwork using wood pieces from my stash!
I hope you've enjoyed this review of my year. Crafting is my respite -- my discovery for the year. I've loved taking the online classes and exploring more ways to develop my talents and play. I'm grateful to my family for their generosity in time, space and respite.
We look forward to a fabulous 2019 -- carving in creative time each week. Hoping you're doing the same!
My word for 2019 - Inspire
Simply Crafty SVGs has the cutest file for a 3D gnome.
Thought I would drop in and share this with you in a quick post. You'll find the svg file here.
All pieces were cut using the Sizzix eclips2 and eCal 3. paper from Paper Studio, Fun Stampers Journey, Neenah)
I opted to use some white on white print for the beard and trim on the hat. Sandy has some nice directions in her video - If you've been putting dimensional pieces together for a while, you could probably put this together without viewing the video on her youtube channel.
Inking the edges gives the nose and body panels a little more dimension.
This piece is sitting at the base of our Gnomie tree this year. The littles really like it and the tree. Pics of the tree coming in a couple of days.
Dreaming Tree recently released an Autumn kit! Loved the Scarecrow Gift Treat box most of all and decided to make a couple. Love how they turned out.
You'll need:
Cardstock (see the Supply list - look in the details above the assembly video) FSJ, AC and Paper Studio papers used in my samples.
Sizzix eclips2, eCal3
Lineco book binder glue
embossing folder (Craftwell -8.5 x 11 Design Grids)
Big Shot Pro (base plate, acrylic plates)
Rolling pin
ink (Oatmeal, Olive Green, Sunshine Yellow, Blue - Fun Stamper's Journey)
raffia
pop dots (Glue dots)
For a lighter impression from the embossing folder, use a rolling pin instead of the Big Shot.
I liked this look much better than the pieces that I put through the Big Shot using the correct sandwich. Next time, I think I'll leave off one of the shims.
Ink all the embellishment pieces before gluing to the base.
There is an assembly video available on Dreaming Tree's site. See the link above. I often find it useful to watch before beginning the gluing process.
These are fun and relatively quick to put together in an afternoon.
An idea I had was to cut a circle in the base piece, glue the hat to the head piece and the Gift box could become a tree topper.
Fall has definitely arrived here. The leaves are beginning to fall from the trees and the vibrant colors are beginning to fade a bit too. That's not all that's changed... we're celebrating a huge change for our family! T starts a new job today! We're so excited for him! And for part of our celebration, I made this fun combat boot from SVGAttic's My Hero collection.
I made it extra study since we're loading it down with a couple pounds of goodies.
His BDUs and dress blues are now out of storage for what I hope is his dream job. He's excited and looking forward to this teaching experience - middle school math and possibly coaching X-Country again.
You'll need:
JGW My Hero Collection from SVGAttic
Sizzix eclips2 and ecal 3
12 x 12 cardstock (stash)
White scrap for "dog tag*"
Shoe lace (I used some ribbon from my stash since the regular shoelace was too thick for my holes)
eyelets (15)
eyelet tool
adhesive (Lineco book binder glue)
Xyron
Markers (Tombow - blue, Spectrum Noir - black) optional
*I created a print to cut dog tag using the rounded rectangle shape in the library and didn't use the one supplied in the kit.
Follow the directions posted here to put your boot together. I think I would add the toe to the boot before adding gluing to the sole piece. My fingers had a difficult time getting into a couple of places to make sure that the tabs were in place correctly.
Thanks for stopping by and hope you will be creating and crafting soon! Check in with you again soon!
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