Live, Laugh, Love Tag

Today I'm sharing a sweet and simple tag I created for my friend Debbie, just to brighten her day!  Thanks for having a peek!  Hugs ~ Dawna

Angel Canvas Tutorial

Hi Friends, Today I'm sharing a canvas I created for my swap partner (RobandTim2) in this months mixed media swap at scrapbook.com.  This is the first time I've worked with paper clay, so I really enjoyed making this!  Lets have a closer look:

To create the frame, I took an 11x14 inch canvas and reversed it.  I used "Creative Paperclay" and Prima  IOD mold No. 1 to make the ornate detail.  Each wet molded piece was laid end to end, securing them to the frame with matte gel.   Shrinkage was patched with extra clay.

To make the wings I used a rolling pen and rolled out paper clay flat and carved out a pair of wings.  I embossed the wings with a rose embossing folder by just pressing it firmly into the wet clay wings.   I used Prima mold Nautical II to add flourishes to the wings    And I used the same mold to add the beaded trim around the dress.  

Before gluing anything down, I used some modeling clay and white acrylic paint and stenciled small crosses in the background.  Then I mixed some primary blue and black acrylic paint and splattered paint drops in the background.  Finely, I embellished each corner with 49th and Market Potpourri navy flowers and Prima white flowers. 

To finish the project off,  I rubbed Art Deco Gold Rush Metallic Luster paste all over the ornate frame and the beaded trim on the dress.  Attached the wings, bodice and flower work with matte gel medium.  To finish up, I created a complimentary card, wrapped the canvas and added a few goodies. 

There you have it friends!  Thanks for dropping by.  If you enjoyed this post, please "follow" this blog, share and/or subscribe!  Unite next time ... Big Hugs ~ Dawna

You Bring Me Joy!

 

Hi Friends, Today I'm sharing a companion layout to my Christmas Layout.  This is my twins with their daddy.  Lets look at a few close ups:

 That's it for me today, have a happy week!  Hugs ~ Dawna

Traditional Chandelier

At Home in the Craftroom!

Today I'm sharing Prima's Traditional Chandelier that I created earlier this year.  I was inspired by Miranda Edney Regal Chandelier on YouTube.  I painted it with Egg Blue Prima chalk paint, inked on some swirls and applied a finishing coast of Mod Podge with iridescent glitter in it.  Lets have a closer look:   

After painting, I added Diamond Dust to the bulbs to make them sparkle.  Then I added flowers and garden themed embellishments and finely added the crystal chandelier drops.Here's a few more close-ups:

That's it for me, thanks for dropping by!  Until next time!  hugs ~ Dawna

Favorite Recopies Card

I whipped up a special birthday cake and sent it off to my sister with this sweet and simple card!  She enjoyed getting it!  TFL!

Telescoping Masculine Card

Today I'm sharing this cool telescoping (pulls out sideways) card I created for my grandson who just turned 19yrs old.  He loved it!  Lets have a closer look:

The paper collection I used is by Ella and Viv Founders Emporium.  Notice how nice the curio knob sits on the gears and cogs:

That's it for me, thank you for dropping by!  If you enjoyed this post, please like and share on your social media!  Until next time!  Hugs ~ Dawna