--- Colour Blast DT --- Scrapbook Layout "Sweet"

Hi Scrap Friends

Today I'm sharing a layout created for 

Colour Blast

"Sweet"

For this page you will need:

Colour Paste Snow White  
Shimmer Dust Navy
Embossing Powder Bling

I've started by choosing a background paper and stencil. 

The idea for this page was to use the "Snow White" paste as a resist.

I've used the stencil fully on the right of the page and partially on the left.

I let the paste dry naturally and LOVE that beautiful sparkly shimmer!

I've used the Navy colour shimmer dust - mixed with lots of water.

Then with a piece of ordinary old cling wrap (rolled into a ball) pick up the Navy coloured water and spread onto the page.

Repeat the process until the desired colour effect is reached.

I've used paper towel to remove some of the colour so that you can still see the paste.

With the left over Navy use a brush to add some splatters.

I chose a wood veneer piece and coloured it with the Navy shimmer dust.

Allow to dry naturally and then cover one half with old washi tape.

I covered the wood in Bling colour embossing powder.

Heat set and added a second coat.

Peel back the washi tape and you get a lovely two toned title.

I'd already chosen this small 3x4 photo so as not to cover up too much of the Colour Blast background.

I've built a small cluster using Navy and Gold to coordinate with my layout.

Happy Scrapping!

--- Colour Blast DT --- August challenge reveal - Scrapbook Layout + process video

Hi Scrap Friends

Today is a special day.

It's my first share as a DT member of

This month we are launching a monthly challenge and I'm honoured to be first.

Here is my layout "Everyday"

If you are not already a member, pop over to the Colour Blast Creative Corner on facebook
Here

This month we have a product recipe challenge and we'd like you to use a minimum of 1 of the products shown ...

I chose mica powder and Colour Spray.

First I started with a 9x12 white cardstock. I gathered some supplies and tools.

I've spread a thick layer of White Heavy Gesso through the stencil - Leave the stencil in place.

Using a dry fan brush, sprinkle the Mica powder over the wet gesso - I've used Polar.
Again - don't lift the stencil.

Spray water directly from on top to activate the mica powder - leave the stencil in place.

Hit the gesso + mica powder + water with the heat gun - for about 10 seconds.

Peel off stencil and dry completely.

Repeat this process to cover the whole page.
Some of the mica powder sticks to the gesso and some reacts with the water.

Now to create the layout. I've torn some of the 9x12 card away and mounted on a 12x12 background paper.

This background was a complete experiment so once I knew it worked,
I chose a photo and this chipboard to match.
I've given the chippie a coat of gesso then embossed with Just Blue.

A small strip of washi tape helps join the mixed media background with the background paper.

With my cluster ready, I'm going to add a second layer of colour to the background.
I've used a brush and freehand painted Colour Spray in Carribean

Some background stamping with permanent ink.

Some splatters with Road Base Colour Spray to finish the background.

Here's a couple of close ups of the finished background product.
I like this honeycomb stencil effect but it would work well with lots of other stencils too.

I love the effect of the mica powder on the gesso and the variations in the colour.

Here is the full page.

As a bonus, I also created a process video for this layout. Enjoy ...



Thanks for visiting.
Happy Scrapping.

--- White with 1 DT --- Getting to know me and craft room tour

Hi Scrap Friends

As part of my DT role with White with ... 1 I'm on the blog today sharing a little about myself and a little peek into my scrapping space!
Please enjoy and of course, feedback is always welcome!

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How would you describe your personal scrapbooking style?

I describe my style as PPM: Paper + medium - I'm not truly mixed media but my layouts will almost always include some medium, ie acrylic paint, texture paste, sprays/mists, inks and Distress Crayons

How long have you been scrapbooking and what first got you started?

My mum was a Creative Memories consultant 15+ years ago - I started then. I took a break for marriage and babies but came back and joined the digital world in 2014.

Which colour are you drawn to the most and do you know why?

It fluctuates regular, I've recently been through stages of yellow followed by a stage where I created a lot in turquoise/aqua.
I'm definintely drawn to brights. I really struggle with neutrals and pastels.

Typically how many photos do you put on your layout?

Typically one or two. The creative process for me is an artistic release with the bonus of being a memory recorded so I'm drawn to layouts with one to two photos and a pleasing balance of white space and creativity.

What crafting tool can’t you live without?

Probably my Scotch ATG - It's big and bulky but it seriously saves so much time because you don't have to peel the backing off the adhesive! LOL

If you could add only one embellishment to your page what would it be?

Probably stickers - They are so versatile, backgrounds, titles, embellishing - so many uses.

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I love to look at other peoples craft rooms, so I thought I'd share a peek into mine ...

I've given you the real version of my space - toy cars and all!

 

 

 Late last year, I also did a video tour of my craft space.
Here's the video, if you'd prefer a live view.
(About 5 minutes in the tour starts :)

I hope you enjoyed the peek into my space.

Thanks for visiting.