A Good Distraction

I find art journaling brings me a great and creative distraction. Maybe it’s a moment away from all the happenings in the world, or maybe just using my hands. Either way, I find it encouraging and therapeutic.

Life for all as a nation and world , hasn’t been easy lately. I want to encourage you to do something that calms your spirit and is therapeutic.

I used the following supplies on the above art journal spread;

• Dina Wakley Gloss Spray (Lime, Cheddar, Turquoise, White)
• Tim Holtz Distress Crayon (Tumbled Glass)
• Misc. Dotted Stencil (Recollections)
• Deli Paper
• Sponge
• Black Permanent Pen

Here's a quick how to on the above pages:

Page One;

• Add stenciling with paints and sprays.
• Using the alpha masks, spell out desired word and spray over the letters.
• Define letters with a black pen
• Burlap scrap from journal

Page Two:

• Using Mosaic Stencil and Spray Oxides and paints, stencil a background leaving white space.
• While allowing stencil to dry, on deli paper, create a circle using Distress Oxide Spray and a small brush, paint and top with stencil.
• While allowing both to dry, emboss the dress of the paper doll.
• Place circle on top of page and around stenciling.
• Add some splatters of paint
• Add washi tape, adhere paper doll and add a little burlap string and attach with a stapler.

No matter how wonky life gets, I hope you'll take a moment for you and do something that lifts your spirits and encourages you.

Warmest creative wishes,