Burlap and Ticking Caddy

From burlap...

 ... too baskets...

 ...this kitty knows his stuff!

A step-by-step tutorial for constructing this elegant caddy is featured today on the 
Canvas Corp Blog.

Craft On!

~charity~

How To Make An Epic Layout With A Stencil

The background for this epic layout is made with a stencil and layers of Glimmer Glam. Shiny foiled paper makes the photo mat pop and multiple die-cuts add to the layers. The boy wears his mask like he is proud to be a

~ Fossil Face ~

 

The base of the layout is covered with a small print of circles, cubes, and stars. The central 8 inches of the paper is enhanced with sheer, sparkle paint, dabbed thru a stencil. To keep the colors clear I had to apply each color then wash and dry the stencil.

 The photo mat is a rectangle of patterned paper topped with a rectangle of foiled paper. Best Glue Ever holds the foiled paper without leaving wet marks or wrinkles.

 The die-cut arrows and gears are applied with thin strips or dots of Best Glue Ever.

 An thin outline of Best Glue Ever holds the foil lined mandala strips to the layout.

 Another layer of die-cuts, these with minuscule gluing surfaces, are added to the layout. The No-Clog Writing Cap places the glue exactly where it is needed.

 A thin strip of Best Glue Ever attaches a strip of craft foam to the border stickers.

 White, fabric thickers are painted with the same blue, glitter paint used with the stencil.

 Each alpha is dotted with Best Glue Ever then placed on the layout.

 From this angle you can see the dimension the craft foam gives the embellishments.

 Although the finished product covers nearly half of the stenciled background, the colored circles still enhance the layout and give the page depth.

Supplies:
Patterned Paper, Stickers:Photoplay
Foiled Paper:Rinea
Cutting Dies:Echo Park, Avery Elle
Stencil:Memory Box
Alpha:American Crafts
Glitter Paint:Tattered Angels

Craft On!

~charity~

Painted Sea Theme Pillow

This pillow painted with sea themed letters is a breeze to make with Canvas Corp Brands canvas pillow covers.

The full tutorial is posted on the Canvas Corp Blog
The Creative Studio

Craft On!

~charity hotrum~

How To Free-hand Paint a Canvas Bag

How about a canvas pen bag with a balloon scene painted free hand? Painting on canvas is a classical art. But don't wait for stretched or treated canvas to get started. Just grab the nearest canvas blank from Canvas Corp Brands, a few bottles of Glimmer Glam, and start spreading happiness!

Crafting with Canvas is the Summer Crew Challenge at CCB.  For my entry I used this sweet little bag. It is canvas on one side and burlap on the other and measures 5.5" by 7.5". It also has a zipper which makes it perfect for pens. Find it on line:

Burlap and Canvas Zipper Tote

I wanted to take my tote with me so did a little altering. I set an eyelet at each end of the bag on the canvas side.  Then I laced a 10" length of Natural Hemp Cord through the eyelets and attached it to the rings with slip knots.

The tassel is all about glitz and glam. I used embroidery floss in pink, green, and gold to compliment the bag colors and a pewter balloon charm. These hang from silver links, attached to a blue and gold beaded zipper pull.

To see projects from the rest of the crew stop by the CCB blog:
The Creative Studio

Supplies:

Canvas Bag:Canvas Corp Brands
Hemp Cord:Canvas Corp Brands
Glimmer Glam Paint:Tattered Angels
Charm, Findings:Bead Landing

Beads:JoAnn Fabrics

3/16" Eyelets:Tandy Leather
Embroidery Floss:Prism

Craft On!

~charity~

How To Make A Stunning Mixed Media Mermaid

This stunning mixed media card has a mermaid silhouette made from Calambour 3D Glossy Gel. The gel was applied thickly through a stencil with a brush to leave a nubby texture. Foiled and patterned paper in a Copper and Turquoise color scheme offer the reader a Great Day. 

 The base of this card is a 4x6" piece of patterned cardstock. I placed a slightly smaller paper over it, then painted the edges with Chalkboard Mist.

 I pair of concentric ovals in copper and turquoise shape the center. Best Glue Ever in scant amounts holds the foiled paper to the base.

 The mermaid is painted on the center piece with a home made stencil and 3D Glossy Gel.

 After allowing the mermaid to dry thoroughly, a few stripes of Best Glue Ever secure the top oval in place.

 The sentiment is popped up with the help of craft foam and dots of Best Glue Ever. The No-Clog Writing Cap ensures the glue goes only where it is needed.

  A cluster of shell stickers adorn the corner and the card is complete.

Supplies:
Patterned Paper:Authentique
Foiled Paper:Rinea
Mermaid Stencil:Amazon Die
Stickers:Bella Blvd
Chalkboard Mist:Tattered angels
3D Glossy Gel:Calambour

Scrap On

~charity~