Forever Autumn

Forever Autumn Challenge

Over at That's Crafty this month is a great challenge for Autumn.

This is my project for this months challenge, full details can be found HERE

Blast from the past scrap

While going through photos with my mum recently we came across this one from the 1970's. Its a pic of my mum and dad at a wedding reception.

The layout is on a piece of 12 x 12 smooth white card which made it easier to doodle on. I used paint through the 6 x 6 stencil to add colour and finished with a bit of journaling on a tag.

Sketches in Thyme - November 2016

Time for another scrapbook challenge!

Full details can be found HERE

 Below is my take on the sketch above.

Sketches in Thyme - September 2016

Time for another scrapbook challenge!

Full details can be found HERE

Below is my take on the sketch, there are many more for you to see!

Sketches in Thyme - August 2016

Time for another scrapbook challenge!

Full details can be found HERE

I used the new collection of papers (Mermaid Tails) from Kaisercrafts for this layout, they seemed so appropriate! I also used the collection embellishments.

I used a Dutch Doobadoo stencil with Distress Ink pads and added 'bubbles' using an old book page and journal pen, added dots of black Dylusions spray and finished the page by adding wax cord that I finger knitted.

Sketches in Thyme - July 2016

Time for another scrapbook challenge!

Full details can be found HERE

Another smashing sketch to follow!

These photos were taken in the Northern Territory, Australia.

Sketches in Thyme - June 2016

Time for another scrapbook challenge!

Full details can be found HERE

Wildlife from Down under!

Sketches in Thyme - May 2016

Time for another scrapbook challenge!

Full details can be found HERE

This months sketch is above.

I used this Stempell & Kartoon brick wall chipboard to give a little dimension. 

and painted it using Dylusions paint.

I used an embossing folder to give texture.

The finished result has a Christmas theme.

Scrap Thursday Part 32

This weeks layout has been made for the Dare to Create challenge set by Andy Skinner and Tracy Weinzapfel. The idea is to use techniques and styles of both Andy and Tracy in one piece of art.

I used one of my photographs from Brisbane at Christmas for this layout.

I used DecoArt Americana diluted with water to use as a wash.

I started with a white wash over printed scrapbook paper.

I then used a baby wipe to dab off excessive paint. 

I built the colour up gradually.

Once dry I distressed the edges of the paper.

Using my finger I added the final colour of paint on the edges.

Once dry I wove the paper and glued it in place on a piece of Bazzill.

 

Using watercolour pencils and a water brush I added a rusty effect to the edges.

I used a mask from The Crafter's Workshop to add some tiny arrows.

I made a green heart using DecoArt Media Fluid Acrylics, Crackle Glaze and Antiquing Cream. This is similar to the one in the Brisbane logo.

To add a bit more of a Christmas feel I used two Christmas stamps by PaperArtsy and a little bit of sparkle on the cats hat.

I edged the card using Distress Ink pads and a water brush. Around the edges of the weaving I added a title and date.