mixed media – Page 4 – Craft With May

Rainbow watercolor canvas

I had this silly idea, I wasn’t sure it would work but what the heck. I pulled out a white canvas board and some distress ink and stamped colors in a rainbow with the same butterfly stamp. Then I spritzed with water, then gold mist.

From there it didn’t need much! A quote chopped out of paper, a few dimensional butterflies cut out from a different butterfly stamp, and a scattering of random 28 Lilac Lane accents. I’ve said it before, but this line is so much fun to play with! What I love about this project is that I used bits and pieces from tons of the kits, and did so very sparingly. It didn’t need much!

I love this project so much- it was a CHA favorite for sure. I’ll be recreating (and filming a video) for a similar project soon. Thank you for all the kind words about my new embellishment line, and for all the love for all my projects that I’ve made so far! Now that the line is shipping to stores, I’ll be creating new videos, tutorials, and of course looking forward to seeing your creations!

This rainbow canvas reminds me that sometimes the simplest projects can be our favorites…

28 Lilac Lane: Wood watercolor piece

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To create a piece like this you’ll first stamp an image onto a wood piece, then emboss and color. Once happy? Add some buttons and bits!

Yes, it really is that easy. I’m working on another of these for a class project and future YouTube video as well. This first one was an experiment – and features my “Tropical Twist” kit from the 28 Lilac Lane line. The kits will begin shipping soon – this project was on display at the CHA show earlier this month.

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The stamp used is by Prima and is a favorite. Below you’ll find (affiliate) links to supplies used.

Prima Bloom Girl stamp: Ellen Hutson | Simon Says Stamp

Tim Holtz phrase sticker Ellen Hutson

Koi Watercolor Field Set Ellen Hutson | Amazon

Heidi Swapp gold mist Ellen Hutson

Mixed media canvas with 28 Lilac Lane

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My French Quarter kit does of course have a Mardi Gras feel, so for my first project with this kit I decided to embrace that and create a mask! I’ve got a video tutorial for you as well – so you could take the idea and create something for yourself!

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Above you can see a look at the contents of the kit – so much fun! My only problem with the mask was how to get it to display well at the CHA show debut of this new line! My solution: A canvas base, one that has just a hint of texture and color to accent but not take away from the centerpiece aka the mask.

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You guys… this was SO much fun to make! Not only that, but it inspired me to think about other colors and themes and mask-y ideas for future.

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I love how the sequins and pearls look, and how it all came together so beautifully! Here is my YouTube full tutorial.

Here is the finished piece:

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28 Lilac Lane will begin shipping to stores so very soon – I can’t wait! I hope in the meantime you’ve enjoyed this video tutorial and project look at one of my favorite samples that was on display at the CHA trade show!

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Mixed Media Canvas with Prima Pastels

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This was an intensely fantastic piece to make. I used Prima oil pastels and resin shapes- two products of theirs I can’t recommend enough. I also used one of their new stamps to create this. Very little else was needed! I’ll add affiliate links (should you choose to use them they help keep the blog running at no cost to you- so thanks!) at the end of this post if you’re looking for these supplies.
Link to YouTube video

After the initial resin was adhered (days prior to making) this piece was created in a single day, over a period of about 8 hours with about 2 hours actual working time.

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Supplies Used:

Prima Oil Pastels [Ellen Hutson, Blue Moon]
Prima Carte Blanche (wood) base [Simon Says Stamp]
Prima Water Brush [Blue Moon]
Prima Mary stamp [Blue Moon]
Artifacts & Relics set [Blue Moon, Simon Says Stamp]
PPA adhesive [Ellen Hutson]
Prima Color Bloom in Cobalt, Boysenberry
Heidi Swapp gold mist [Ellen Hutson]
Ranger cracked pistachio mist
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a steampunk-y spooky kind of card

skull card

I created this skull card a while back on Periscope (periscope.tv/craftwithmay is where you can find me) and am finally getting around to sharing it! I used all kinds of color mediums from distress spray to watercolor and had a whole lot of fun with this old stamped image. Yes, the edges are torn out of the pad of watercolor paper, and yes I love a raggedy edge card!

My challenge to myself was to be “more masculine” and I’m happy with how it came out. As I said earlier this week making time for creative play is a good thing… I’m glad I did on this busy day to create this card.

Have very happy and crafty weekend!