Mermaid Kisses and Starfish Wishes Canvas

 

Hello friends, Today I'm sharing a simple canvas that I created for a friend who loves the sea.  I couldn't resist the sentiment, mermaid and grass chipboard from Scrapoholics.  I also used 49th and Markets Vintage Artistry Shoreline paper collection.  Kept it simple, as my friend really doesn't do fussy.  The one thing I really love about this canvas is the hint of gold glitter swirls running throughout the background.  Unfortunately, the camera just won't pick it up.  But it's very sparkly in real life!  Thanks so much for dropping by and having a peek!  Until next time, scrap happy! ~ Dawna   

If Your Dreams Don't Scare You Canvas

Hi Friends, Today I'm sharing a sweet and simple canvas I created while following Mermi's Small Art live class last weekend.  I love the sentiment on this piece, its a great reminder to dream BIG!  Papers are from Kaiser Crafts, Miss Betty collection. Thanks for dropping by and having a peek! Hugs ~ Dawna 

Shabby Chic Angel Dress Form Canvas

 

Today I'm sharing a canvas I created for my friend Victoria in a Mixed Media Swap at sb.com.  I had so much fun creating this lovely piece and Victoria loved receiving it!  I'd like to thank Gabriella P. for the inspiration for this canvas!  Lets have a little closer look:

 

 

 

That's it form me today!  Thanks for stopping by and having a peek!  Until next time...craft happy!!! Hugs ~ Dawna

Hope, Love, Joy Scared Heart Canvas

Hi Friends, Today I'm sharing a canvas I created using Prima's Archival Cast Scared Heart.  I started with a canvas, added IOD Mold 1 and Paperclay to create the background.  I spayed the paperclay with three different colors of Color Bloom Spray, Cotton Candy, Glistening Waves and Lime Wedge. 

I love how the heart turned out!  Then I used Metallic Luster, Gold Rush to hit all the high spots with a touch of gold.  I added a cluster of flowers, and used gold foil thickers in script to add the words.  Here's a few more close ups: 

That's it for me today.  Until next time!  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

Parisian Shabby Chic Canvas

Today  I'm sharing a Parisian canvas made with Beauty Board from Renea Bouquet's (Eiffel Tower, Victorian Woman and Cherry Blossom Bits and Pieces). 

 

I used a double stacked canvas to create some depth and interest and outlined the bottom canvas with lace then topped it off with a generous flower cluster.

The top canvas was painted with crackle paste and pink acrylic paint. Added some harlequin diamonds, and Mod Podged with iridescent glitter so it sparkles.That's it for me today.  If you enjoyed this post, please "follow and "Share" this post on your social media.  Thanks for dropping by, until next time!  Hugs ~ Dawna 

Steampunk Butterfly Garden Canvas

Hi Friends,  Today I'm sharing a Steampunk themed garden canvas.  This is my first attempt at using Prima's copper patina paste and I had a lot of fun working with it.  The process is simple and the effects are so fun!   Let's have a little closer look:

Thanks for dropping by I hope you enjoyed this post.  Until next time, I look forward to sharing my next project with you!  Hugs ~ Dawna

Frienship Canvses from Susie

Sometime ago I posted a Mad Hatter Printer Tray I created for my friend Susie (aka scrapsmart) at scrapbook.com for a friendship swap we did earlier this summer.  I received these earlier this summer, but between vacation and other commitments,  I'm FINELY getting a chance to share the beautiful canvases she created for me.  I just love and adore them!  I absolutely love soft feminine styles, like shabby and vintage and aqua is my favorite color palette so Susie totally knocked this one out of the park!   Here's a couple more close ups that I hope you enjoy:

Well friends that's it for me today.

Thank you so much for these lovely gifts Susie, I'll cherish them for many, many, many years to come!   I am sorry for taking so long getting them up to share but believe me when I say your friendship brightens my day and warms my heart today and everyday!   Thank you for all your support, inspiration, kindness and encouragement.   I'm so glad you happened to me!   Big hugs and lots of love!  ~ Your Friend Always ~ Dawna