I wanted to post a few pictures of one of my latest projects that I am doing using up some of my tub of jewels, and as my hubby say's dod-u-als (is that really a word?). I am not giving directions on how to do this, just posting some pics of it.
Tuesday, August 20, 2013
Hi everyone,
I wanted to post a few pictures of one of my latest projects that I am doing using up some of my tub of jewels, and as my hubby say's dod-u-als (is that really a word?). I am not giving directions on how to do this, just posting some pics of it.
Bejeweled Mirror. I hope you enjoy it. Have a blessed day!
I wanted to post a few pictures of one of my latest projects that I am doing using up some of my tub of jewels, and as my hubby say's dod-u-als (is that really a word?). I am not giving directions on how to do this, just posting some pics of it.
Saturday, August 17, 2013
BLING-BLING BRACELETS! SWEEEET!!
Hello everyone,
Ok, so I am not doing furniture today. Today, I am going to bling out a bracelet, and use some of my old jewelry findings. (which I have a couple of tubs full.....what? don't tell me you don't have one too...right...lol)
Here we go... first of all I had in amongst my jewelry, a bracelet cuff that had seen better days, I had to break a few things off of it, but it made a good start. I understand from a fellow artist that you can get bracelet cuffs at Michaels (one of my favority stores).
The bracelet is a pewter cuff.
Here I cut out a strip of fabric, this was actually off a bandana.
I know not very good pic, but I didn't review pics before I started post, and this is only one I had with beginning the wrapping.
This was the stack of old jewelry pieces that I started with. You will need pliers, scissors and E6000 glue, and Aleene's tacky glue, needle and thread, and a few pieces of scrap fabric for yo-yo's.
To begin with, you want to make sure that the ends of the bracelet are covered, and secure. I cut the fabric about 2" wide. Fold the fabric in half length wise, and put the end of fabric over the end of the bracelet, then fold back on it self and glue with aleene's. You will start wrapping and gluing until you get to other end of the bracelet, where you will repeat your first step.
Next I added yo-yos. Ok for those of you who don't know what that is. get some fabric and trace a circle on to the fabric, (a small plate or jar works good) then cut it out. In this piece i did six small yo-yos. Each one is about 3" diameter. I kind of use the theory that whatever size I start with, it will be about 1/2 the size when it is done. Now this is hard to do without showing you a pic, but with a needle and thread turn under the edge of circle and do a running stitch all around the circle,leave a tail about 2". I usually tuck under about 1/4". When you get to where you started, clip thread, and lightly begin pulling both the tail and your end thread. It will gather up. When it's all gathered, I run the needle thru both ends and put a knot in there and clip off thread. Wa-la, a yo-yo.
Ok, back to the bracelet.
Now glue the yo-yos on the center section of the bracelet with aleene's glue. Now find some long pieces of jewelry, and start trimming out the edge of the piece. Then start adding bigger pieces to the bracelet. I am using the E6000 glue from here on out. All jewelry is added using that glue.
This is all about layering. That is why you put big pieces down first.
Add charms and beads and use strands of chains or beads to fill in spaces.
You can see that it was wrapped with the fabric. When it is all said in done, you will have alot of layers. I like typically about three or more. Here is the finished piece.
Ok, so I am not doing furniture today. Today, I am going to bling out a bracelet, and use some of my old jewelry findings. (which I have a couple of tubs full.....what? don't tell me you don't have one too...right...lol)
Here we go... first of all I had in amongst my jewelry, a bracelet cuff that had seen better days, I had to break a few things off of it, but it made a good start. I understand from a fellow artist that you can get bracelet cuffs at Michaels (one of my favority stores).
To begin with, you want to make sure that the ends of the bracelet are covered, and secure. I cut the fabric about 2" wide. Fold the fabric in half length wise, and put the end of fabric over the end of the bracelet, then fold back on it self and glue with aleene's. You will start wrapping and gluing until you get to other end of the bracelet, where you will repeat your first step.
Ok, back to the bracelet.
I hope you enjoy your fun and fabulous new bracelets. Enjoy, and be blessed.
Tuesday, August 13, 2013
Artistic Impressions: Hi everyone, Just thought that I would post a pro...
Artistic Impressions: Hi everyone,
Just thought that I would post a pro...: Hi everyone, Just thought that I would post a project that I did. Only problem is, like several of my other one's that I didn'...
Just thought that I would post a pro...: Hi everyone, Just thought that I would post a project that I did. Only problem is, like several of my other one's that I didn'...
Tuesday, August 6, 2013
Artistic Impressions: Hi everyone, Just thought that I would post a pro...
Artistic Impressions: Hi everyone,
Just thought that I would post a pro...: Hi everyone, Just thought that I would post a project that I did. Only problem is, like several of my other one's that I didn'...
Just thought that I would post a pro...: Hi everyone, Just thought that I would post a project that I did. Only problem is, like several of my other one's that I didn'...
Hi everyone,
Just thought that I would post a project that I did. Only problem is,
like several of my other one's that I didn't have before, during and after shots.
I did a lot of these projects to sell the items, before I started blogging, that is why they don't have all the photos.
The procedure for doing this is basically the same as some of my other projects. I found the older piece at an auction for $2. It's wood.I have this bright blue paint that I added white and a little black latex craft paint colors too, then used my homemade chalk paint formula (one part plaster of paris and two parts paint) and you come up with this nice blueish (is that a word) gray color. Now I love CeCe Caldwells products, I just didn't have money this project to buy what I wanted which was some dark wax. As I have done walls and a lot of pieces of furniture with glazes, I decided to mix up some glazing using another paint secret that I am going to share with you. How many of you have bought glazing liquid at $35 or more a gallon. Here's the secret. If you go to any paint department, go to where the cans are on the shelf and look at the label towards the bottom, and it will say clear, medium or deep base. Get a gallon of clear for around $15 and guess what, you have glazing liquid. shhhhhh! don't tell everyone.
So mix in a small jar 2 parts water and 2 parts glaze and one part paint. If you want a darker color than you are getting after it is stirred, just add a touch more paint. Now when you are glazing the piece, especially with a dark glaze, work in small sections. You can apply glaze with a brush (doesn't matter what kind, I like 2" foam brush or chip brush). Then immediately wipe of. Depending on your piece as too whether you use a circular motion or long wiping motion. I suggest you try on the bottom of the piece first to see what you like. If it starts dragging a little, add a touch more water to your mix. Let dry a few hours, and then you can wax (I like CeCe Caldwell clear wax) Again, there is a matter of preference here. I apply it and let it set a few minutes then wipe off. Others I have read, let it set up for several hours or over night. Your choice, try both ways and see if it makes a difference to you. I also have used a polyurethane to seal the work to, but I prefer to wax the piece.
Now, for the shade. This is so easy, your kids can do it. Tear strips of fabric in several colors or patterns that complement your piece,make sure your strips are long enough to go around the shade, and tie a knot. Then simply wrap and knot all the way around the shade. The final step was to glue(I am a E6000 fanatic) pom-poms around base of shade. Wa-la cute night stand or end table.
Have fun!
Just thought that I would post a project that I did. Only problem is,
I did a lot of these projects to sell the items, before I started blogging, that is why they don't have all the photos.
The procedure for doing this is basically the same as some of my other projects. I found the older piece at an auction for $2. It's wood.I have this bright blue paint that I added white and a little black latex craft paint colors too, then used my homemade chalk paint formula (one part plaster of paris and two parts paint) and you come up with this nice blueish (is that a word) gray color. Now I love CeCe Caldwells products, I just didn't have money this project to buy what I wanted which was some dark wax. As I have done walls and a lot of pieces of furniture with glazes, I decided to mix up some glazing using another paint secret that I am going to share with you. How many of you have bought glazing liquid at $35 or more a gallon. Here's the secret. If you go to any paint department, go to where the cans are on the shelf and look at the label towards the bottom, and it will say clear, medium or deep base. Get a gallon of clear for around $15 and guess what, you have glazing liquid. shhhhhh! don't tell everyone.
So mix in a small jar 2 parts water and 2 parts glaze and one part paint. If you want a darker color than you are getting after it is stirred, just add a touch more paint. Now when you are glazing the piece, especially with a dark glaze, work in small sections. You can apply glaze with a brush (doesn't matter what kind, I like 2" foam brush or chip brush). Then immediately wipe of. Depending on your piece as too whether you use a circular motion or long wiping motion. I suggest you try on the bottom of the piece first to see what you like. If it starts dragging a little, add a touch more water to your mix. Let dry a few hours, and then you can wax (I like CeCe Caldwell clear wax) Again, there is a matter of preference here. I apply it and let it set a few minutes then wipe off. Others I have read, let it set up for several hours or over night. Your choice, try both ways and see if it makes a difference to you. I also have used a polyurethane to seal the work to, but I prefer to wax the piece.
Now, for the shade. This is so easy, your kids can do it. Tear strips of fabric in several colors or patterns that complement your piece,make sure your strips are long enough to go around the shade, and tie a knot. Then simply wrap and knot all the way around the shade. The final step was to glue(I am a E6000 fanatic) pom-poms around base of shade. Wa-la cute night stand or end table.
Have fun!
Saturday, August 3, 2013
Artistic Parsons Table
Hi,
Just thought I would show you another project that I think came out cute. This one is for all the artists who just want to have fun!
This project starts with the purchase of what is called a parsons table at a auction for a couple of bucks, can't beat that, and most of my furniture pieces come from yard sales, flea markets, local auctions, etc. My requirement is they be wood. Pretty easy.
Then it got a coat of homemade chalk paint. My receipe is one part Plaster of Paris, and two parts latex paint. My personal preference is satin or eggshell.Remember to look at your paint departments returns. Alot of times you can get a great color that may have been to bright or something for a persons room so they return it. Good for us because they sell them at reduced prices. I got a gallon of this great blue for $7. A quart would have been $12 had I had them mix me this color.
Next I just used the white paint and based in some big floral shapes and paisleys and big leaf shapes. After doing this i used a nice flat brush and painted the little leaves around the edges of the top. I wanted the flowers and leaves to be bright, so that is why I based them in white first. Otherwise you try and paint pink on and the primary paint color will be dulled. look at the paisley lower right, and see how dull it is. I did this to show you. The center of upper left flower and that paisley are the same paint color. Also, while in white, I took a craft paint brush and dipped the end of the brush into the paint and made white dots around the leaves. These flowers are not supposed to be realistic so this is a great project for the beginning artist. It is folk art so no perfection needed (Just like I like it). I then painted different flowers around all four sides. sorry forgot to take pics of that.
Now is the fun part. Pick out all sorts of wild bright, fun colors and start painting your flowers and leafs. Remember to put a light and dark color on each piece. So look at top above, on leafs. Dark green light green or yellow. Orange and yellow. Just use at least two different contrasting colors on the flower or paisley. Then out comes the craft brush again for putting dots in contrasting colors all over. Do this to your sides also. I also like grouping like 3 dots in a triangle shape together as a filler.
Notice each side is different. I painted little roses on each side of the feet of the table, then took colors from off the top piece and painted the top edges of the feet. When that dried I put little flowers and dots on them too.
I think it turned out fun and colorful just like I wanted.
A note.. I do paint the bottoms of pieces, it just is more finished to me. If it doesn't need two coats on the bottom, that's ok.
Thanks for viewing my blog. I hope you enjoyed it, and have a Blessed Day!http://pinterest.com/49monthcellserv/boards
Just thought I would show you another project that I think came out cute. This one is for all the artists who just want to have fun!
This project starts with the purchase of what is called a parsons table at a auction for a couple of bucks, can't beat that, and most of my furniture pieces come from yard sales, flea markets, local auctions, etc. My requirement is they be wood. Pretty easy.
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| This is it's humble beginning |
Then it got a coat of homemade chalk paint. My receipe is one part Plaster of Paris, and two parts latex paint. My personal preference is satin or eggshell.Remember to look at your paint departments returns. Alot of times you can get a great color that may have been to bright or something for a persons room so they return it. Good for us because they sell them at reduced prices. I got a gallon of this great blue for $7. A quart would have been $12 had I had them mix me this color.
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| After coating with two coats of chalk paint. (was personal choice on this piece. I knew I was going for a painted look rather than a distressed look. Remember you don't have to sand or primer with chalk paint - Yeah!) Then I took blue painters tape and ran down the middle of each side, leaving about 1" open down the sides. Then I took white paint and went down the edges all around the piece, including the edges of the top and bottom sections of the table. I did tape off the top of top ( i know and the top of the bottom piece, so that i would have a clean edge, no paint brush marks going over on to the piece.) When the white was dry, I took black craft paint and a 1" flat brush and started painting black marks, leaving the white to show thru between the marks. They are about a brush width apart. Again nothing perfect just start painting. Do this to all the white painted edges. |
Next I just used the white paint and based in some big floral shapes and paisleys and big leaf shapes. After doing this i used a nice flat brush and painted the little leaves around the edges of the top. I wanted the flowers and leaves to be bright, so that is why I based them in white first. Otherwise you try and paint pink on and the primary paint color will be dulled. look at the paisley lower right, and see how dull it is. I did this to show you. The center of upper left flower and that paisley are the same paint color. Also, while in white, I took a craft paint brush and dipped the end of the brush into the paint and made white dots around the leaves. These flowers are not supposed to be realistic so this is a great project for the beginning artist. It is folk art so no perfection needed (Just like I like it). I then painted different flowers around all four sides. sorry forgot to take pics of that.
I think it turned out fun and colorful just like I wanted.
A note.. I do paint the bottoms of pieces, it just is more finished to me. If it doesn't need two coats on the bottom, that's ok.
Thanks for viewing my blog. I hope you enjoyed it, and have a Blessed Day!http://pinterest.com/49monthcellserv/boards
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