artsychick
Daughter, Wife, Mother, Friend, artist, vintage loving, law enforcement officer, Southern Californian, God and country loving girl who loves to meet like minded creative people, share life with new and old friends. Art is a collaboration between God and the artist, and the less the artist does the better. ~André Gide
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Eileen Hull’s New Die Release Blog Hop
Can you believe we are talking about the holidays? Well, it is Christmas in July, and Eileen Hull’s new releases are great for cards or holiday projects. Thanks for joining us for the Eileen Hull/Sizzix Chapter 3 Release Party Blog Hop! Check out the creative ways the Inspiration and Education teams have used the Mitten and Snowman dies! We hope that you will be inspired too and share how you use the dies in the Eileen Hull Fan Club. After leaving here, you can start at the beginning of the Blog Hop you can go HERE. While both dies are fabulous and designed to be boxes, I saw the cute…
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Using Recyclables In Your Art
The below art journaling page is made from scraps and some paint. I am always picking up things off the ground that have rusty goodness or a look of old to them. I’m always keeping an eye out for things that have had a prior life or purpose and using them in art. I make sure I clean my hands and the item after collecting it, but recycling, or ‘upcycling’ is something can be fun and make your pages unique. I’m thinking more art journal here, but below are some items you could upcycle; Some things I’ve collected along the way and used include; Metal pieces that are rusty (can…
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Joy
Joy . . . sometimes it comes easy and other times, not so much. In today’s world, there are a lot of voices, noise, chaos, differences, and more. Many of us are hunkered down due to a pandemic. Maybe you aren’t feeling very joyful about what’s taking place. When I am having moments where joy isn’t on the forefront, there are a couple of practices that always seem to help bring joy. Focus on gratitude – make a list (either in your head, on paper or in an art journal). It helps you to look outside your circumstances. Unplug and enjoy nature. It brings a lot of peace and joy…
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Meet Eileen Hull’s 2020 Educators Team
I am so excited to be a part of Eileen Hull’s Education team. These past few months I’ve enjoyed using Eileen’s dies sharing projects made. I’ve enjoyed sharing some projects made with new releases and more. The dies are made by Sizzix and designed by Eileen. I absolutely love her journal and book dies! Fabulous! I’ve had a warm welcome by the other team members and coordinators. I look forward to sharing inspiration and the how to using these great crafting tools. Enjoy finding favorite projects and meeting the Education team HERE. I know you’ll find inspiration and fun as this team brings you some amazing projects and tutorials. Warmest…
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Be Devoted to Love
I’m not sure I’ve seen a more needed time to ‘be devoted to love.’ During these unprecedented times, we all need love! It’s hard sometimes when I see sad, horrible things taking place. There is a lot of emotion for all of us. But I do desire to ‘be devoted to love’ over differences, over opinions, or political stances, sorrow and more. Love crosses all boundaries and always wins. Supplies Used: Handmade Paper . . . more HERE. Dina Wakley Acrylic Heavy Body Paint (Magenta) Dina Wakley Washi Tape Dina Wakley Gloss Spray (Lime) Dina Wakley Gesso Tim Holtz Distress Crayon (White Picket Fence) Stamp Punchinella Search me, God, and…
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Be Someone’s Sunshine Today
This world needs sunshine, hope and light. We may not be able to change the whole world, but we can make a difference in our corner. I encourage you to be someone’s sunshine today. I created the below art journaling page as a reminder. We can make a difference in another’s day by doing something for them big or small, or sharing a kind word. Supplies Used: Dina Wakley Media Journal Dina Wakley Gloss Spray (Cheddar and Lime) Tim Holtz Idea-ology Vintage Paper Dolls Tim Holtz Ringer Layered Stencil Tim Holtz Regal Flourish Stamp Cam & Chloe Mounted You Are My Sunshine Stamp Melody Ross Chipart Tools Caran D’Ache Neocolor…
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10 Ways to Add Sparkle Using Stickle’s Glitter Gel – #6
Once again, I am sharing at least ten ways to use Ranger’s fantastic luminous medium; Stickles Glitter Gel. You can purchase your Stickle’s Glitter Gel by Ranger at A Cherry On Top, HERE. A fun and easy way to add sparkle to page or project is to use the glitter gel as a background or accent on a mixed media project. Below I added the gel first and let it dry thoroughly. Then I layered paper, gesso, and other elements. The shimmer really adds an amazing touch to any project. On the following page spread I used; Ranger’s Stickle Gel – Supernova Tim Holtz Ideology Paper Dolls Tim Holtz Mini…
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Love Always Wins
I’ve been art journaling a lot of feelings lately. Art is good for the soul. It’s a release and can help us deal with all the happenings around us. I just thought I”d share. I hope that you can find some time to create. So good for stress relief and well being. Supplies I used: Shipping Tags Tim Holtz Ideology Chipboard Quotes Tim Holtz Ideology Paper Dolls Tim Holtz Distress Glaze (Antique Linen) Dina Wakley Silhouette Stencils/Masks Dina Wakley Chevron Stencil Dina Wakley Acrylic Paint (Turquoise, Ocean, Fuschia) Dina Wakley Gloss Spray (Lime) Dina Wakley Washi Tape Dina Wakley Metallic Scribble Sticks Misc. Stencils Wet Adhesive Metallic Wax Fiskars Flower…
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Determine to Play
Play is so important for so many reasons. So it goes with art as well. Play allows us to learn with art, gives us new avenues and discoveries on how to use things, uncovering new techniques, and it relieves stress. Tags are great ways to play as they are small and not overwhelming. Below are a couple of recent tags I created. It was nice just taking some moments away from what is going on in our world to create something colorful and fun. Art can be a respite. I wish for you a little time to play, relax and escape. Have you taken some time for yourself? Warmest creative…
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10 Ways to Add Sparkle Using Stickle’s Glitter Gel – #5
Again, I am sharing at least ten ways to use Ranger’s new fantastic luminous medium; Stickles Glitter Gel. Reminder that if you are local, you can pick Ranger’s Stickle Glitter Gel curbside by placing an order at Stamp Fever in Orange, California. Linda is a wonderful gal with a lovely shop. She’s happy to help with your creative endeavors. If you’ve missed past four ways to use this fun medium, feel free to check them out on past blog posts. A fun and easy way to add sparkle to page or project is to give the entire page a coat of Stickles Glitter Gel, but wait . . . then…
