Sunday 29 July 2012

Glitter - Donna Salazar Designs {Circle Scrapbook}

Hi everyone!  As you know Donna had a cool 'circle scrapbook' idea for us girls, and this month I was to create a layout for Natasha.  She wanted us to scrap ourselves and here is my creation!


I have used one of my favourite papers from the Botanique line, I LOVE the glittered image on this one.

I have created some wild roses using Donna's Rose Creations Dies.  I have a tutorial for these here.


I used one of the quotes from Donna's Crafty Chronicle as my title... I'm a glitter girl!!


The tags were spritzed with Wild Berries Smooch Spritz.  The reverse of one of the little tags has some of the nicknames Natasha calls me.


I cut some hearts and a butterfly from Want 2 Scrap Canvas and stained them with Wisteria and Jasmine Mix'd Media Inx.


And {proudly} I was brave and stamped directly onto the layout and created a background for my photo placement!   I used Donna's Swirly Doos and Branch stamps to mimic the design on the patterned paper and also stamped a tag with her Dear Sir stamp.


I stamped the Swirly Doos in Pewter MMI and the Branch in Wisteria MMI, then while the ink was still wet sprinkled it with some hot set glue powder, activated this with a heat gun and then sprinkled the image with Sugar Shimmer Fairy Dust Glitter.   I love the effect!


Thanks for stopping by, take care and be true to you!

www.mistrabutterfly.blogspot.com


Product List

Patterned Paper:
GCD Studios Botanique - Magical, Comfy
GCD Studios Crafty Chronicle - Vol. 3

Flowers:
Dusty in Bloom - Bridal Veil

Bling:
Want 2 Scrap - Wonderful Wings

Stamps:
Art Gone Wild - Dear Sir, Swirly Doos, Branch

Ink:
Clearsnap Mix'd Media Inx - Pewter, Wisteria, Jasmine

Colour:
Clearsnap Smooch Spritz - Wild Berries

Glitter:
Clearsnap Fairy Dust - Sugar Shimmer

Medium:
Alison Ellis Hot Set Glue Powder

Dies:
Spellbinders - Rose Creations, Wonderful Wings

Tools/Machines:
Spellbinders Grand Calibur
Zutter Distrezz-It-All

Other:
Want 2 Scrap 7x7 Canvas
Green Tara Lace
Collections Tickets, Butterflies
Tulle, Tags
Pink Paislee Mist-a-bles Scallop Trim
American Crafts Alphas

Adhesive:
Scrapbook Adhesives - Crafty Power Tape, Foam Squares, Foam Tape
Helmar Tiger Grip

Thursday 26 July 2012

My Boy

I've been wanting to re-scrap this photo of my son Kellan for a while, it's one of my favourites.  He was so young, but I still remember the day like yesterday... it's amazing how quickly time flies by!  It was just a day at Trigg Beach, having a sausage sizzle for lunch and sitting in the autumn sunshine.  He'd happily let me take the most lovely photos {whereas now at almost 16 it's all about how many faces he can pull before I give up LOL}

So anyways... I finally got it done, using these perfect papers by Donna Salazar from her Storybook Collection.  I've mixed the reverse side of 2 of them, Army Men and Argh.  The tones and soft patterns, teamed up with some Dusty Attic chippy were just right for a beachy theme!


The Dusty Attic chippy shells, fence and alphas were simply inked around the edges with Truffle Mix'd Media Inx, leaving most of the surface raw.


The Compatibles Chipboard Alphabet letters are designed to fit with Donna's Alphas, I've just left them as is and dabbed some Truffle Mix'd Media Inx.


Kel is very particular that I cannot use 'girl stuff' on a layout {ie flowers... sigh}, but I'm getting away with denim ones so far.  I've created a flower with layers and denim and gauze... and then ended up hiding it under the bow {I know, bows are girlish, but not so bad when using this coloured Jute Ribbon}


The Grass Clusters work so well for so many themes, especially a boy, beachy theme!


The Crooked Fence reminded me of the old fashioned beach fences I've seen in photos, I trimmed off the top to enhance the beachy look.


I cut a cute tab from some denim using the Spellbinders Creative Page Tabs, tucked in some gauze here and there to soften the layout.


 The gauze was coloured with a few sprays of Caramel Latte Smooch Spritz.  There is so much fabulous colour in these cute little bottles all it needed was a couple of spritzes and a misting of water to colour all I needed!

Thanks for visiting, take care and
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I have used:

Patterned Paper:
GCD Studios - Storybook {Army Men, Argh}

Chipboard:
Dusty Attic Grass Cluster #1
Dusty Attic Chicken Wire 12x12
Dusty Attic Mini Shells
Dusty Attic Bookman ABC Set
Dusty Attic Crooked Fence
Ink:
Mix'd Media Inx - Truffle, Mossy

Colour:
Clearsnap Smooch Spritz - Caramel Latte

Dies:
Spellbinders Rose Creations
Spellbinders Creative Page Tabs

Tools/Machines:
Spellbinders Grand Calibur

Other:
Green Tara Mesh Ribbon, Coloured Jute
GCD Studios Compatibles Chipboard Alphabet
Gauze, Denim Offcuts
Want2Scrap 7x7 Denim
Crochet Trim, DMC Thread
Shipping Tag

Sunday 15 July 2012

How to become a Stamper {instead of Stamp Collector} - Donna Salazar Designs

This month here at Donna Salazar Designs we're featuring Donna's fabulous stamps.   They are all soooo cool.  Textures and Vintage Images, Script and Butterflies... such beautiful designs, but to feature them means I have to USE them, not collect them!   Yep, the look on my face was priceless... USE the stamps, seriously?  Gulp...

Hi, my name is Mistra Hoolahan and I'm a closet Stamp Collector.   There, I said it... it's out there!!

I love stamps... I have a huge collection!  They all look so pretty in their packaging.  But the thought of stamping on a perfectly good layout terrified me.  What if I stamped wrong?  What if it looked silly?  And so... I start my stamping journey here and now with you all, with some tags... which ended up as cards. 

I'll show you the finished products first, and then I'll share my step by step journey from 'Stamp Collector' to 'Stamper', with 3 simple techniques that any of us could do.

Happiness Is...






A Friend is...




Side by Side...




Growing Up...




I loved stamping on the tags!!  It was easy... true, I'm not kidding.  And it wasn't scary.  I think starting with a simple tag helped.  I feel I can move on now and actually get some stamped images on a layout without having a panic attack before hand!

Simple Stamped Tag {Happiness Is...}

Art Gone Wild Stamp - Bubble Wrap
Mix'd Media Inx - Truffle, Black, Patina, Honey
Clearsnap SmoochSpritz - River Mossy
Large Shipping Tag
Acrylic Block


 Place your stamp onto an acrylic block and ink it with Black Mix'd Media Inx.  I use a Colorbox Stylus and Foam Applicator to transfer the ink from the ink pad to the stamp, I found I got a more even coverage and less waste.


 Position and stamp, using a firm even pressure.  The Mix'd Media Inx are nice and wet and full of pigment so you don't need to press hard {it messes it up if you do, yep, been there done that!}.  I practiced on some messy stock first to get used to how hard I needed to press.  


I found the Mix'd Media Inx usually have enough pigment in them to keep stamping without reloading the ink... so I stamped in 2 more positions to achieve a fading effect.
Do the same again with the Truffle ink and then set the ink by drying if off with a heat gun.


Ink the edges of tag and over parts of the stamped image with Patina and Honey Mix'd Media Inx.  Spray with water to allow the ink to blend and dry off again.


Distress the edges and add a quick spray of River Mossy Smooch Spritz.  Dry it off and it's ready to use!!


Simple Resist Stamping {A Friend Is...}

Art Gone Wild Stamp - Crackle
Mix'd Media Inx - Jasmine
Mix'd Media Inx Embossing - Jasmine
Clearsnap SmoochSpritz - River Mossy, Olive Vine, Caramel Latte
Large Shipping Tag
Acrylic Block


Ink your stamp with Jasmine Mix'd Media Inx and stamp onto a shipping tag.


While the ink is still nice and wet, sprinkle on Jasmine Mix'd Media Inx.  You have time, that's the great thing about Mix'd Media Inx... they stay wet for a while so you don't have to rush.  Using the Mix'd Media Inx also means you don't need to use a clear embossing ink, love this ink so much!! 
Shake off the excess.   I do this on a piece of plain printer paper so that I can easily pour the excess back into the pot.


Activate the embossing powder with a heat tool.  You'll know its done when the powder turns nice and glossy.  Don't over heat it though, the embossing powder can bubble and burn off then!

You can also add more images over the top of the original if you want to, using different colours.  I have done this for "Side by Side" and "Growing Up".


Once the embossing is cooled, distress the edges of the tag.


 Spray the tag with River Mossy, Olive Vine and Caramel Latte Smooch Spritz.


Give it a light spray with water and allow the colours to run...


Dab off excess colour with a baby wipe to allow the stamped and embossed image to show through.   Dry the tag off and it's ready to be used.



Faded Edges {Growing Up...}

Art Gone Wild Stamp - Woodgrain, Butterfly, Branch
Mix'd Media Inx - Jasmine, Truffle, Wisteria
Mix'd Media Inx Embossing - Jasmine, Truffle
Clearsnap SmoochSpritz - SeaKiss, Olive Vine, Caramel Latte
Large Shipping Tag
Acrylic Block
 

This little technique works well if you want to use your stamps which have a defined squared 'finish' to the edges of the image as a 'floating' image on your project.  


First, ink up your stamp with Truffle Mix'd Media Inx. 


Using a baby wipe, gently take away some of the ink from the edges...



...like so.



And stamp away!  The edges are faded, leaving a softer finish.


I've embossed the woodgrain image and then added more resist style stamped images, sprayed with SeaKiss, Olive Vine and Caramel Latte Smooch Spritz.   Lastly I added some isolated colour to the butterfly with Wisteria Mix'd Media Inx.


I hope this helps get other stamp collectors out there stamping!  Now I am over my fear of "huh, how, why... what" I'll be off and running.  There is certainly something satisfying about adding ink to a stamp and having it appear perfectly on your project.  I could say it was latent talent coming to the fore that made these look good, but I'm pretty sure {ok, I'm positive} the quality of the stamps, the fabulous designs and the awesome Mix'd Media Inx were really the key to success!   Now to go learn some new things... I know there's a whole world of stamping out there to be inspired by!!

Until next time, take care and be true to you!

www.mistrabutterfly.blogspot.com


All Products used:

Patterned Paper:
GCD Studios Storybook- Army Men
GCD Studios Antiquities 8x8 Paper Pad
GCD Studios Spring in Bloom 8x8 Paper Pad
GCD Studios Crafty Chronicle Vol.2

Chipboard:
Dusty Attic Mini Ornate Frame

Flowers:
Green Tara Silk Flowers with Swarovski Crystals
Green Tara Paper Roses
Green Tara Heirloom Fabric Flower

Pearls:
Want 2 Scrap Swirls Finesse LeCreme

Bling:
Want 2 Scrap BYOB

Stamps:
Art Gone Wild - BubbleWrap, Woodgrain, Crackle, Cotton Lace, Branch, Butterfly

Ink:
Clearsnap Mix'd Media Inx - Jasmine, Truffle, Patina, Honey, Wisteria, Black

Embossing Powder:
Clearsnap Mix'd Media Inx Embossing - Jasmine, Truffle, Honey

Colour:
Clearsnap Smooch Spritz - Caramel Latte, River Mossy, Olive Vine, SeaKiss

Glitter:
Clearsnap Fairy Dust - Sugar Shimmer

Dies:
Spellbinders Rose Creations

Tools/Machines:
Spellbinders Grand Calibur
Zutter Distrezz-It-All

Other:
Zutter 5x7 Corrugated Board
Green Tara Lace
Green Tara Coloured Jute Ribbon
Green Tara Cobweb Ribbon
Green Tara Mesh Ribbon
Green Tara 2 Tone Trim
Green Tara Skeleton Leaves
Green Tara Decorative Spray
Gauze, DMC Embroidery Thread


Friday 13 July 2012

Everyday Blessings {Mini Reverse Canvas} - The Dusty Attic

Another of my mini canvas stash completed... with more gorgeous Dusty Attic mini's!!


The background of the canvas was 'flooded' with glass finish medium, not quite as stunning as Linda Baldock's real resin flooded canvases but I love the subtle effect of the glass finish!


I have used:

Dusty Attic Chipboard
Birds Nests #1
Grass Cluster #1
Mini Birds #1
Mini Branches

Other:
Green Tara Roses
Authentique Diction Stickers
Lindy's Stamp Gang Starburst Stains
Papier Glass Finish
Mix'd Media Inx
Crackle Accents


Thanks for visiting, take care and
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Sunday 8 July 2012

Donna Salazar's "30 in 30"...

Donna has just finished up her 30 Projects in 30 Days e-Classes... but it's not too late to sign up and learn some amazing things from her.  She is such an inspiration, a fantastic teacher and so much fun to listen too!!   

See below for all the details and classes... there's something for everyone and you'll be sure to learn so many fabulous tips and tricks!!


30in30
30 e-Classes for $100 OR
$5 per class
 
It isn't too late to join in!!!

All 30 mini e-Classes have been loaded to the Girlie Grunge site and are ready for your viewing pleasure! Once you sign up for one of these e-Classes or for the MEGA class you'll have access for 12 months!

In every class you will have a pdf with photos and detailed written instructions PLUS either a technique video OR a narrated slide show presentation with large photos and more instruction.

Sign-up and Sign-in are on the same page. 
$5 Mini e-Classes OR $100 for ALL 30!
Day 1 
In this mini e-Class I'll show you how to use the "Compatible" Crafty Chronicle Vol3 images, Botanique papers and Art Gone Wild stamps with my Spellbinder dies.

Day30
Day 30
In this mini e-Class I'll show you how to create an inky-painty-wrinkly-decoupage background.
 
More Classes...
Day 2
In this mini e-Class I'll show you some of my favorite ways to use Smooch Spritz on different Mediums.
 
Day 6
In this mini e-Class I'll show you how to make any stamp into a inking or spritzing mask using Scrap Happy Sheer Glue.
 
Day 10
In this mini e-Class I'll show you several different ways to create a color wash on canvas Plus how I put this layout together.
 
Day 14
In this mini e-Class I'll show you how you can use embossing as a resist, then double up your embossing for a totally unique look... PLUS how I put this project together.
Day18
Day 18
In this mini e-Class I'll show you several different ways to create glitterfied embellishments for your projects as well as how I put this project together.
Day 22
In this mini e-Class I'll show you how to create metal embellies and metal looking embellishments using Spellbinder dies and lots of inky-painty stuff from my Clearsnap line of products.
Day 26
In this mini e-Class I'll show you several different die cutting techniques with my Creative Book Pages Two set as well as how I put this project together.
Day3
Day 3
In this mini e-Class I'll show you how to create this adorable 3-D fairy on a champagne cork (inspired by my friend Cheryl)
 
Day 7
In this mini e-Class I'll show you how to create this awesome box with a sliding drawer from 2 pieces of 12x12 cardboard and decoupage materials.
 
Day 11
In this mini e-Class I'll show you how to create this beautiful blossom headband (or hair flower)
 
Day 15
In this mini e-Class I'll show you how to create this mixed media background with stamps, spritz, emboss & paint, PLUS how I put the project together.
 
Day 19
In this mini e-Class I'll show you how to create this mixed media necklace using canvas, paper, die cuts and lotsa inky stuff.
 
Day 23
In this mini e-Class I'll show you how to do some creative gift wrapping by making a girlie grunge gift bag using The Crafty Chronicle.
 
Day 27
In this mini e-Class I'll show you how to use acetate and cardboard to make a unique window hanging art piece.
Day 4
In this mini e-Class I'll show you how you can create an awesome crackled background with glue and paint!
 
Day 8
In this mini e-Class I'll show you how you can create your own paper doilies using crocheted doilies and a die cutting machine.
 
Day 12
In this mini e-Class I'll show you how you can create your one of my favorite techniques for creating a shabby distressed wood looking background... plus how I put the layout together.
 
Day16
Day 16
In this mini e-Class I'll show you how to create a "batik-like" background on watercolor paper plus how I put the layout together.
 
Day 20
In this mini e-Class I'll show you how to create a masked background, embossed image, and detailed die cut using the same die as well as how I put this project together.
Day 24
In this mini e-Class I'll show you a couple different ways to do image transfer to canvas as well as how I put this project together.
Day28
Day 28
In this mini e-Class I'll show you how to create a boat load of stamped images from one stamp inking as well as how I put this project together.
Day5
Day 5
In this mini e-Class I'll show you how to create a 3 dimensional decoupage image.
 
Day 9
In this mini e-Class I'll show you how to create a faux cigar box from a Zutter Cover-All... Plus how I embellished it.
 
Day 13
In this mini e-Class I'll show you how to create the mixed media background AND how to make this fun an poofy skirt for the paper doll.
 
Day 17
In this mini e-Class I'll show you how to create a cascading cardboard mini album or interactive element for a wallhanging or scrapbook project using my Creative Book Pages dies.
 
Day 21
In this mini e-Class I'll show you how to create an impressed lace canvas Cover-All using lace, canvas and a die cutting machine, plus how I embellished this project.
 
Day 25
In this mini e-Class I'll show you how to create impressed doily images onto denim using a die cutting machine.
 
Day29
Day 29
In this mini e-Class I'll show you how to make this covered notebook with a tie enclosure.
 
Join us anytime!!!
Enrollment for these classes will be open all summer long. Take one class or a few classes... OR you can take all 30 for a $50 discount... 
it's like getting 10 classes for FREE! 

If you can't take any of the classes now you can still join the Girlie Grunge site for FREE. You'll be able to join our monthly challenges, browse through the gallery, upload your own Girlie Grunge projects, check out the tutorials and enter to win some of our freebie giveaways. 
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