Showing posts with label dylusions paint. Show all posts
Showing posts with label dylusions paint. Show all posts

Wednesday, 12 December 2018

My favourite Art Sisters

 
I'm back today to share another take on the current 'Colour Wheel Challenge' for Scrap Matrix.
 
Last time I went with a rainbow effect on a white background, so this time I decided to go with a rainbow effect on a black background.

 
Love the vibrancy!!
 
You can see I've changed it up a little from last time.
I decided to have fun with one of my recent stencil purchases!!
LOVE IT!
plus I wanted to use Dylusions paints instead of the Ink Sprays.
A totally different finish, but still with the gorgeous bold, vibrant colours that I love so much about Dylusions.
 



So let's get started.......




I began with black cardstock....if you are an art journaller, you could just add black gesso to your background first.
 
Look at all those lovely colours!!
 
 


I began by just painting the colours directly onto the cardstock....the only real rule I followed was to follow the rainbow pattern. (ROYGBIV)
 
I used the following colours (in order)


 
 
 I then added a stencil by The Crafter's Workshop in a 12x12 size - there are so many that you could do this with....and they'd look amazing.
 
I then applied black gesso using a sponge.......
 



The effect is just awesome, and I love that by using black gesso onto black it gives the illusion that you have painted the detail in colour.
 
Very tricky and super easy.
 



Now it's time to work with my photo and layers.
 
I cut up some of this die cut paper which comes from a Heidi Swapp pack. It has some gorgeous designs in it.....
I used this as a base to my photo and the other elements.




As I was scrapping some of my fellow Design Team members, from the weekend we had at Victor Harbor for the fabulous Tracy Scott classes, I saw a couple of quotes from this 13Arts Sticker sheet and just knew they'd be perfect!
 
 





I grabbed a 7Dots Studio tag and cut it in half and added it behind my photos. To one side I added this gorgeous quote, which really sums up how I feel about the Scrap Matrix Design team...actually not just the team, but everyone who shares and inspires within the Scrap Matrix Shares group.
You all bring joy and light to my life.
 
I am blessed to be a part of the Scrap Matrix family.
 



I then added 'Art Sisters' sticker to the other side of the tag, and added a Heidi Swapp epoxy word above it to complete my title.




I wanted to add a bit more colour to the cluster, so I grabbed some white flowers and spritzed them with Dylusions Ink Spray in bubblegum pink.
 
I then poked these underneath the photos.
 



I stamped some of my new Carabelle stamps onto white cardstock.  Love these leaves - I then cut them out and poked them amongst the flowers.
 
 


You may be able to see in the cluster that I also added some Dina Wakley tissue paper.
 
I love adding this to my layouts, it provides another texture.
 



There you have it!!
 
When you have ALL that gorgeous colour going on, you can keep some of your layers a bit simpler. I really only used black, white, pink and a splash of turquoise in the cluster.....I wanted the rainbow background to be the hero.







Are you entering our challenge this month?
I sure hope so....it's one of my favourite boards that we've had so far.
I'm really looking forward to what you create.
 
Remember it's very open to your interpretation. You could create a layout, some cards, a canvas, a gift for someone for Christmas, and of course an Art Journal page.
 
Just be inspired by this image and then load your entries into the corresponding album over at the Scrap Matrix Share Group.  No need to have a blog. So easy!
The only rule is you must use at least ONE Scrap Matrix product...or you can be like me and use LOTS!!!
 
You have until the end of December, and you could win a voucher to Scrap Matrix store (wouldn't that be the best Christmas present!), and you could nab yourself a Guest Design spot.
We'd love you to come play with us!
 



Thankyou so much for being here, and for cheering me on all year. You can always head to my BLOG if you'd like to see more.
 
I've loved inspiring you throughout 2018, it's one of the highlights of the year for me. I look forward to continuing that in 2019.
 
Wishing you all a magical and light filled Christmas!
 
Luv Tam
xxx

 
 
Scrap Matrix Products used:
 
Black Bazzill

Monday, 27 August 2018

A Magical 2Crafty Chipboard Layout plus VIDEO

Hi everyone, I've popped in today to share some more 2Crafty Chipboard goodness with you all.
 
This one's titled
 

"Magical"


 
A page telling the story of a recent fancy dress party.
 
I love the bright bold colours against the black.
Yep, surprise surprise, this page has bold colour!!
 
I guess it's my signature style, but the photo and theme really called for it.
 

 
I used the following 2Crafty Chipboard on this page:
 
"Grid Bits"
"Fine Word Set 2"
"Lina's Swirl"
"Element Set 1"
"Starbright Snowflakes"
 
 
 
I began by painting all of the chipboard, except for the title in a few coats of white gesso.
 
 
 
I applied white acrylic paint to the "Grid Bits" and the "Lina's Swirl".
 
I knew these would pop against the black background and bold colours.
 
 
I tucked "Lina's Swirl" underneath my photo, and the "Grid Bits" underneath all the layers.
 
 
To the "Starbright Snowflake", I added a variety of Dylusions Ink Sprays.
 
Instead of spritzing them on, I applied them direct with a paintbrush.  This gives a more concentrated colour.
 
I layered the colours as I really wanted to create an ombre look that complemented the background.
 
I used the colours "Fresh Lime" and "Polished Jade".
 
 
I also used this technique on the "Elements Set 1"
 
I really love the Moroccan feel of both the shape and the effect I achieved on the chipboard.
It really helps to 'tell the story'.
 
 
 
 
 
I tucked both of these pieces amongst the layers.
 
 
 
Finally I added black gesso to the "Magical" Word from the "Fine Set 2".
 
I laid these down the side of my photo.
 


I have created a video of the layout so you can see it all come together.
 
You can see EXACTLY how I created the gorgeous painted background, and also how I created the ombre finish on the pieces of chipboard.
 
Hope you enjoy it!!





I'd love you to subscribe to my you tube channel.  To do this go HERE.
I'm really hoping to create more videos.

Wish me luck!

Until next time, happy creating you beautiful people!
 
 
 
 

 
 

Friday, 3 August 2018

Aall & Create Challenge at Scrap Matrix includes VIDEO

Hi there creative souls. 
I've popped in today to share my latest for Scrap Matrix.
 
This month it's all about Aall & Create!! I adore their stencils and stamps so much, and use them on so many of my layouts.
 
For this layout, I used a stamp and stencil that I hadn't used before.

 
Yep I went with colour!! Surprise surprise!


I've created a video, so you can see how this layout came together.
 
I'll add the link below, but first, here's a few close ups!!
 

I created my own tags behind the photos by stamping onto some white cardstock, and also onto some papers I created using a Gel Plate (I made these ages ago and have been working my way through them.  I'm a big fan, and hoping to make a video next time I create some.)
 
I absolutely love how the stamps look behind the photos!!


They complement the background perfectly!


I painted them all in black gesso first, and then added some 'Patina Blue' Paint by Finnabair and some 'Aqua/Rose Opal Magic' to some of them.
I love how well they tie in with the stencilling and stamping.
So good for boy pages!!


I also added in some stamped words to the clusters of cogs.


My title was created with the Stencil and black gesso.
 


Here's the video......... Enjoy!!
 
 
 
   



 
 
 
I hope the video has inspired you.
I'd love you to subscribe to my YOU TUBE channel. I'm really hoping to create more videos soon.
 
I'd love you to enter this month - you can win not only a Scrap Matrix prize, but also the chance to  join us as a Guest Designer!!
How cool is that!
 
So get creating and then upload your creation using anything by Aall & Create to our Scrap Matrix Shares Page. 
Just pop it in the album marked 'Aall & Create'.
Easy Peasy.
 
 
 
Here's a list of the Scrap Matrix Products I used:
Raven Bazill
Dylusions Paint - London Blue
Finnabair Patina Paint - Blue