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Gesso and India Ink Journal Pages
I've been using india ink a lot in my recent projects. It's highly pigmented, blends well when wet, is permanent when dry, and is also transparent enough to show other ink colors over and under it. In other words, I love this stuff!
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Speech Bubbles- mixed media quilling art
Man, this piece was so much fun! I hope you guys don't mind the overload of pictures, because I love every angle of each canvas. I've also added the video I made of the whole process. Watching how the ink feathers and spreads when it's…
Using Stencils and Texture Paste in your Art Journal
So, I have a confession to make. While I love to art journal and splatter ink and gesso on blank pages, I am totally intimidated by it as well. I really struggle to find the balance between being inspired by and learning from other artists,…
Scripture Mastery Cards and DIY Holder
Ok, so no one is allowed to tell my sister, but I'll be packing this ATC case up tonight and sending it to her tomorrow. She has just started high school, and in my family, that means she will also be starting early morning seminary.
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Steampunk Automaton- mixed media assemblage
I love it when I'm walking through a craft store and I see something I don't normally use, but inspiration strikes and I wind up with an awesome idea and somehow, I'm able to recreate the image in my head. I'll be honest, it doesn't happen…
Handmade Vellum Art Book with Stitching
I'm so excited about this art book because it's so different from anything else that I've ever made, and I think it's pretty awesome. There are some things I would change- in fact before I get into telling you about this project, I was hoping…