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Home Decor with Latina Crafter and the eBrush

 

I've enjoyed working with the Pray stamp set from Latina Crafter.  It's part of the Be A Blessing Collection and I'm sure you won't be disappointed when you browse through the selection of sets on their website.

This post is image heavy -- so please be aware of slightly longer loading times.

You'll need:

Gelatos in your favorite colors (I had a hard time deciding!)
water
watercolor paper (140 lb cold press)
eBrush
craft mat
paper towels or napkins

Let's get started!  Please remember that if you click on the photos, a larger image will be in a pop-up or will load on another page depending on your browser settings. 


Step 1:  color the craft mat using a space about the size of your watercolor paper.  I chose to use a 4 x 6 inch as my design space.

Step 2:  Spritz water on the gelatos.  You could spray the water on with the eBrush using the siphon adapter if you'd like. I chose not to for this project -- and just use the air flow from the ebrush to move the color as you'll see in the following pictures. 


Step 3:  You'll see the water bead up on your mat and the color will begin to dissolve and even spread a little.  Have your eBrush ready! 

Step 4:  I used medium speed to start moving the colors. 

Step 5:  Continue to move the color.  Spray on more water if you desire.  Remember you can change the direction of the flow and more the color as desired.  Holding the eBrush vertically over the mat creates a different effect.  Try it!  Now you're ready to smoosh your paper into the wet color....

 

Step 6:  Smoosh your watercolor paper face down into the wet color.  Carefully lift up.  While the color is still wet, you can continue to move it a little with the eBrush or gently wipe with a towel to blend a little more if desired.  For this project, I used watercolor paper.  Glossy stock could also be used with a slightly different result. 

This image was made using direct to paper application of the gelatos, following the previous steps (without the craft mat).  I wanted some more intense color.  The watercolor paper provided a deeper intensity using the direct application method.  The stamp is from the Be A Blessings Collection (image set here) Set.  Each of the stamp images in this set would look wonderful on a one of a kind watercolor background as a framed home decor item.  They're also perfect for scrapbook pages, cards and tags. 

I mounted my finished image in a 5x7 shadowbox frame resized for a 4x6 image (pattern from Lori Whitlock's shop) cut with the eclips2 and eCal2 software.  The gold spritz is from Fun Stampers Journey available here. 

Here's another look at the smooshed finished image. 

Thanks for stopping by!  Hoping your crafting time is filled with joy and nourishes your soul!  And I hope you'll stop by again soon. 

MAKE WEEK

Join the eBrush team for some amazing projects this week.  We're excited to be sharing designs using Craftwell and Latina Crafter products.  You'll find this week's daily postings starting with Peggy Oliver here. 

Celebrate Father's Day with Latina Crafter and Craftwell!

Unfortunately, I'm going to be traveling this coming Father's Day, but hey, I still wanted to let T know that I love him and cherish the Father and Dad that he is.



We're teaming up with Latina Crafter this month and I had a lot of fun with the Stencil Lluvia de Estrellas, the eBrush and some metallic paper and a Sargeant gold metallic marker and Dreaming Tree's Crown Cupcake holder file. 

Let's get started -- you'll need:

Crown Cupcake Holder File
Electronic cutting machine and software
eBrush (with Sharpie adapter and foam cushion grip)
Sargeant Gold Metallic Marker
Paper as desired
Adhesive (glue dots, liquid glue, tape runner)

embellishments (multi-color rhinestones in varied sizes)

Cut all your paper using the cutting machine as directed in the file.   When it's all cut, I took the blue pieces and sprayed them using the stencil and the gold marker with the ebrush. 

It was quick and easy.  The stencil cleaned up easily with a bit of warm soapy water.  Set those aside.  If desired, you could also spray the gold spears and the crown pieces around the base.  I decided to leave them as is, but maybe adding some embossing would be fun too adding a little more texture to this fun piece.

Put the crown together as directed in this video from Dreaming Tree.  It's very detailed and you'll have it put together in no time.  I didn't add the cupcake holder for this particular gift.

Here are a few additional photos.

Now to fill this with all kinds of goodies! We're opting for some other kinds of goodies for our special guy.

Stay tuned -- I've got a fun home decor on the table for next week using more of Latina Crafter's amazing stamps!  The Craftwell Blog is celebrating too!  Don't miss a single post for the remainder of the month!  You won't be disappointed! 

Carve out a little crafting time this week!  See you again soon.

 

 

Back in the Craft Room

Single layer cards have been a challenge at times, but this one went together quickly!  And it was FUN!

You'll need:
Crazy Birds Stamp set (Sizzix - Tim Holtz)
Water color pencils
Card Stock
staz-on ink (gray)
ink pad (light brown)
watercolor brush
Sentiment stamp (Be a Blessing Collection - Latina Crafter)
Stencil (Puntos - Latina Crafter)
eBrush
background stamp (retired-Stampin' Up!)
Sharpies
Sakura gel pen

Stamp the bird on your card stock.  You can go ahead and fill with color as desired.  I used watercolor pencils and a watercolor brush to blend the colors.  Let dry.  If desired, highlight here and there with a Sakura gel pen. 





You can stamp and cut a second bird as a mask.  Spray the back with repositionable adhesive and lay the mask on the bird. 

Now the rest of the fun begins.  For my background, I chose a "wordy" background stamp and using some brown ink stamped it on the card - with the mask in place. 

Next I picked 3 complimentary colors of markers and using the eBrush and the Puntos stencil added a bit of color randomly... moving the stencil as needed.

I also used a marker to edge the cardstock and trimmed it just a tad  - this will be matted and placed on an A4 card base for gifting to someone special. 

Hope you'll make some time to do something you enjoy this week.  Have fun and do something creative!

* Lots of great things happening on the CraftwellUSA blog every day!  Stop by often! 

Halloween Paperscape

Oh, I just love Dreaming Tree's 3-D paperscapes!  They're awesome and easy to put together.  Leo and Kyle have done an amazing job in making these files available to paper crafters everywhere! You can find this file here. 

My challenge was to make some patterned paper panels and to color the inserts using the eBrush and markers or inks/paints.  I chose to use Spectrum Noir markers for this project.  I also used a retired SU background stamp and Latina Crafter's Puntos stencil!  Perfect pair for this Halloween decor project. 

I cut all my pieces on my Sizzix eclips2 with eCal2 on white cardstock with the exception of the 2 box frame pieces which are cut in black.   Once all your pieces are cut, choose your colors and get busy!  I used some Ranger Vintage paper colored ink and stamped the background.  If you look really close on the box panels, you'll see some random lines.  I used the grey marker very lightly  to cut the white before adding the other colors.  I really like how this turned out. 

 


Don't forget to add a little more depth to your piece by spraying again with one of your colors.  It really helps a lot. 
I'm not showing the inserts because I forgot to get  a pic before I started putting this together.  OOPS!  Following the step by step instructions in the following video, you can put this paperscape together very quickly. 

I added a stamped sentiment from House Mouse -- and heat embossed the Boo! with some black enamel embossing powder from Ranger.  Easy stuff! 

Don't forget to give your bats some eyes! Small gems or in this case, I purchased a few bags or pearlescent sequins and the center punches were in the bag.  They make perfect eyes for these small cuts! 

We invite you to join us in our Sizzix Eclips Facebook challenge.  The Challenge ends November 5th!  So don't delay!  If you're not a member yet, join.  We have a fabulous goody available on our page only for every member of the group!  We'd love to have you play along! #fallforebrush

 

Red, White and Blue!

This file from SVGCuts Country Market Kit was perfect for a fun bit of table decor for the 4th of July a couple of weeks ago.  It's versatile and can be made with all different colors/patterns and could be adapted to several holidays or everyday use.  You will need to use an electronic cutting machine to cut and score the pieces. 

That Puntos stencil from Latina Crafter, our sponsor for this month, was perfect for this project. 

Each of the decorative panels was stenciled using the eBrush with the Siphon adapter.  A Crayola marker refill ink was used for this project.  Add a wire handle and embellish as desired.

Thanks for dropping by.  Hoping your crafting time is close at hand.  Enjoy!

and a huge thanks to our sponsors, LatinaCrafter for providing some wonderful and amazing products for us to showcase again this month.

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Well, it's been a couple of weeks since I shared this mini tag album with you -- and promised to share the storage container.  And here it is featuring a Latina Crafter stencil, the eBrush with the siphon adapter AND the Cut-n-Boss!


My paper started out as plain light gray.  I used the Cut-n-Boss and the Twill Herringbone embossing folder using the following sandwich from the bottom up, D, A, Embossing folder, A.

After the paper was embossed I got the eBrush out with the siphon adapter and a bottle of ink adding some ink to the well attachment.  Spray the whole page and let dry (It doesn't take long at all).  Rinse the well out and add a bit of water.  Now spray the water - the splotchier the better.  Let dry.




When the paper is dry, turn it wrong side up and trace the top and bottom of your tin.  Mark each. Cut and trim if needed.   Trace again and this time, cut just inside the traced line for the inside top and bottom of the tin.  Measure the width of the top and bottom sides.  (I used one full sheet 8.5 x 11 to cover the tin.  I had a second sheet as back-up if needed.)  Repeat again for the inside if you wish.  Decorate your top as desired.  I chose to use a stencil from Latina Crafter (Cumpleanos) to add a little interest.  The lettering is from a PC lettering set and the heart is an old punch from my stash (so old, the maker's identity has worn off). 

Using Modge Podge adhere the pieces.  Let dry.  Tip:  Apply the inside pieces first.  Be sure to trim around the hinges and allow to dry thoroughly BEFORE applying a top coat to the paper both inside and out. 

What project is next up in your craft room using Latina Crafter and CraftwellUSA?  I hope it's something fun and summery.... Make a memory in your crafting space this week!

Thanks for dropping by! 

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Our sponsor this month is the incredible Latina Crafter!  I have really enjoyed working with their products!  

This mini tag album was fun to create using the Puntos and Cumpleanos stencils from Latina Crafter! 

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!

Thanks for dropping by!  Hope you'll be spending some time in your craft space creating soon! 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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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! 

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