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Manchester Abstract 2

Posted in Uncategorized with tags Abstract art, DecoArt Paint, Dina Wakley paint, Ellen Vargo stamps, Gelli Plate, Golden Acrylic paint, PaperArtsy on June 30, 2015 by craftytrog

Today, in my hotel room, I played with the 4″ round Gelli Plate, DecoArt Media, Golden, & Dina Wakley Media paint, Tim Holtz stencils, Fine Tip Applicator, and a PaperArtsy Ellen Vargo stamp.

I created the Gelli Printed circles first, then decided to fill in the top and bottom white space with colour. I sketched a black whirl on the Gelli Plate, using the DW Media black paint and Fine Tip Applicator, then printed over the circles. Added more sketchy swirls, outlined the circles, dried everything a little bit, then grunged everything up by brayering over the whole piece before the black paint was properly dry. Happy, happy, happy!!! Finally, stamped some white dots with the Ellen Vargo stamp.

I’m linking this to the PaperArtsy Stencils Challenge.

Happy Tuesday,

Alison x

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Manchester Abstract

Posted in Canvases with tags Abstract art, DecoArt Paint, Dina Wakley paint, PaperArtsy Stamps on June 29, 2015 by craftytrog

Whilst my husband is at a conference here in Manchester, I found something to occupy my time in our hotel room 🙂

I used DecoArt Media Acrylic Magenta and Silver, Dina Wakley Media Acrylic White & Black, and PaperArtsy Sara Naumann stamp set ESN10. Finished up with a sprinkling of Stampendous Aged Black Frantage EP.

Happy Monday,

Alison x

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Happy Birthday Sean

Posted in Cards with tags Art cards, Gelli Plate, PaperArtsy Stamps, Stampendous Frantage on June 26, 2015 by craftytrog

This one’s for my little friend Sean, who turns 11 today.

PaperArtsy stamps on a Gelli Print background. Chipboard letters covered with Shabby White Frantage.

Present to follow Sean! 🙂

Alison x

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PaperArtsy Blog – Flower Power Journal Page

Posted in art journalling, PaperArtsy with tags Art Journaling, Crafters Workshop, Ellen Vargo stamps, Fresco Finish Paint, PaperArtsy, PaperArtsy Stencils on June 24, 2015 by craftytrog

I’m sharing an art journal page over on The PaperArtsy Blog tonight. Here’s a little peek at my art, you can see the full project and tutorial HERE.

The current PaperArtsy Challenge is Stencils and Masks. I hope you’ll pop over and look at my inspiration for the challenge.

Alison x

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That’s Crafty – Gelli Plate Masterboard

Posted in Masterboards, That's Crafty with tags DecoArt Paint, Gelli Plate, Kaisercraft stamps, Masterboard, Stampendous Stamps, That's Crafty on June 24, 2015 by craftytrog

Over on the That’s Crafty blog, I’ve a Gelli Plate Masterboard to share this week. Here’s a little peek, you can see my full piece and tutorial HERE.

Thanks for visiting,

Alison x

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Helen Chiltern Class at That’s Crafty

Posted in Canvases, workshops with tags Brusho Crystal Colour, canvas art, Carabelle Studio Stamps, Crafters Workshop Stencils, Helen Chiltern, That's Crafty on June 23, 2015 by craftytrog

I spent a fab day at Helen Chiltern’s class at That’s Crafty last Saturday, playing with Brushos and Carabelle Studio stamps, and getting extremely inky fingers.

It was great to see Helen, her classes are always a lot of fun. I also sat next to the lovely Lauren Hatwell, who just happens to be one of my PaperArtsy teamies. We hadn’t met before, but at the end of the day, it felt like I’d known her forever! Lol!

Here’s the panel I made…

Have a creative day!

Alison x

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Father’s Day Cards

Posted in Cards with tags Art cards, Collage, Gelli Plate, PaperArtsy Stamps on June 21, 2015 by craftytrog

It’s Father’s Day here in the UK, and I made a couple of vintage, sporty cards for my lovely Dad and Father-in-law. I made two the same as they’re both sports fans.

I was inspired by a collage technique video by Carly Mojica on YouTube, and used some pieces of my Gelli prints, book text from Oliver Twist, and PaperArtsy stamps.

First, a couple of photos showing the collage background process…

Collaged scraps, stamped with PaperArtsy images

Dabbed with an equal mix of white acrylic and glazing medium to bring all the pieces together

And here’s one of the finished cards…

Alison x

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That’s Crafty Blog – Life & Happiness

Posted in Bookmarks, Tags, That's Crafty with tags Bookmark Art, Dina Wakley paint, Gelli Plate, Kaisercraft stamps, tag art, That's Crafty on June 17, 2015 by craftytrog

It’s my turn to share some art on the That’s Crafty blog today, and I’ve been playing with my new 4″ round Gelli Plate. Here’s a little peek, you can see my full project and tutorial HERE.

Thanks for visiting,

Alison x

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More Necklaces

Posted in Jewellery with tags Jewellery on June 16, 2015 by craftytrog

I really enjoyed getting my jewellery supplies out recently. Here are a couple of necklaces that I made for friends’ birthdays.

Have a creative day,

Alison xxx

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Notebook

Posted in Altered Art with tags Altered Art, Book Art, Dina Wakley paint, Dina Wakley stamps, Gelli Plate on June 15, 2015 by craftytrog

Inspired by this Stampington tutorial, I decorated the cover of a notebook today. I used one of my Gelli prints, and Dina Wakley stamp set From The Past.

Have a creative day,

Alison x

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Dance

Posted in Cards with tags Art cards, Dina Wakley paint, Gelli Plate, Kaisercraft stamps on June 14, 2015 by craftytrog

A quick card, made with a tissue paper Gelli Plate print, glued onto white card, and stamped with Kaisercraft ’36’. Stamped the quote from Kaisercraft ‘Smile’ onto another print, then mounted on the background, then on a pink card.

Thanks for visiting,

Alison x

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Stay Brave Card

Posted in Cards, That's Crafty with tags Art cards, Dina Wakley paint, Dina Wakley stamps, Gelli Plate, PaperArtsy Fresco Finish Paint, That's Crafty on June 10, 2015 by craftytrog

I have a simple one layer card to share over on the That’s Crafty Blog today, although it does feature more than one layer of paint! Here’s a little peek, you can see my full project and instructions HERE.

Thanks for visiting,

Alison x

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Three Hearts

Posted in Cards, Tim's 12 Tags with tags Art cards, Crafters Workshop Stencils, distress inks, Sizzix Dies, Tim Holtz stamps, Tim's 12 tags of 2015 on June 9, 2015 by craftytrog

I was inspired by Tim Holtz’s June Tag to make this wedding card. You can see Tim’s tag tutorial HERE.

Inspiration also came from Lina McDermott, who was demonstrating with the Sizzix Primitive Hearts at The Craft Barn, last weekend.

The Distress Ink colours that I used, were Spun Sugar, Victorian Velvet, Worn Lipstick, Antique Linen, and Vintage Photo.

Thanks for visiting,

Alison x

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PaperArtsy ‘Bottles’ Challenge – Don’t Forget Me

Posted in Art Jewellery, PaperArtsy Challenge with tags Art Jewellery, Bag Charms, Fresco Finish Paint, PaperArtsy Challenge, PaperArtsy Stamps, Tim Holtz Ideaology on June 7, 2015 by craftytrog

I recently saw a beautiful project by Cat Kerr, in the Stampington magazine Belle Armoire Jewelry, which inspired this little bag charm. I used PaperArtsy Ink & The Dog plates Vintage Nudes 4, Wings 3, & Gentlemen 4.

I’m linking up to the PaperArtsy ‘Bottles’ Challenge.

Thanks for your visit,

Alison x

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The Jesus Prayer

Posted in paint party friday with tags Dina Wakley paint, Gelli Plate, Paint Party Friday on June 5, 2015 by craftytrog

Our vicar preached about The Jesus Prayer last Sunday, and I wanted to make a reminder to put up on my craft room wall. I used Dina Wakley’s black paint through a Ranger fine tip applicator, to write the prayer on a Gelli Plate print.

I found this explanation of The Jesus Prayer, by Dr. Albert S. Rossi…

‘The classical form of the Jesus Prayer is,

“Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me, a sinner.“

The actual words of our short prayers can vary. We might say the classic version of the Jesus Prayer, or we might say, “Lord Jesus Christ, have mercy on me.” We may say, “Lord Jesus, have mercy.” Or, we might say a Psalm verse, or a Bible quote, or some other prayer.

Monks of old said, “Lord, make haste to help me. Lord, make speed to save me,” all day long.

The history of the Jesus Prayer goes back, as far as we know, to the early sixth century, with Diadochos, who taught that repetition of the prayer leads to inner stillness. Even earlier John Cassian recommended this type of prayer. In the fourth century Egypt, in Nitria, short “arrow” prayers were practiced.

Abba Macarius of Egypt said there is no need to waste time with words. It is enough to hold out your hands and say, “Lord, according to your desire and your wisdom, have mercy.” If pressed in the struggle, say, “Lord, save me!” or say, “Lord.” He knows what is best for us, and will have mercy upon us.’

I’m linking up to Paint Party Friday.

Have a blessed and creative weekend,

Alison x

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Art Journal Calendar – June 2015

Posted in art journalling, Kate Crane's Calendar Challenge with tags Art Journaling, Basic Grey, Dina Wakley paint, Kate Crane Calendar Challenge, PaperArtsy Stamps, Stencil Girl Stencils on June 4, 2015 by craftytrog

Here’s how my May calendar looked, once it was all filled in. I love the black & white over that bold colour, think this is my favourite so far 🙂

And here’s my June page, ready to be filled. I used some Dina Wakley Media paints (Umber, Turquoise & White) on my Gelli Plate, then used the Stencil Girl Buildings stencil around the edges, doodling with an orange paint pen. Used Basic Grey paper for the journaling blocks. Title stamped with PaperArtsy HPXT06. A bit more subtle colour wise, this month! 🙂

Linking up to the Kate Crane Art Journaling Calendar page on Facebook.