My scrappin' life

Crew Member Saturday With DeeDee!

It's the first Saturday of the month, which means we have a guest crew member post today! 

DeeDee made this amazing little accordeon book. Look at all that gorgeous texture! Love it!!

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Hello again Birgit Fans ^_^ I'm just as excited if not MORE excited to share with you today as I was in January... I LOVE THIS PROJECT. First... here's a sneak peek ;) 

 

 

How delightful does that look??  I was already sold on the technique to make these amazing textures... but now I'm SUPER sold on how I USED them.

 

To start with I gathered some super sturdy water color paper and trimmed it down to a 3x4 inch size. I keep a stack of these babies close by for any sort of playing around or experimenting I might find myself wanting to do. I'm even doing my #the100dayproject challenge on them! They're small enough to work with quickly, while being big enough to DO things on. I used some Blick modeling paste and applied it in a VERY thick manner using my Catalyst tool. The layer was easily 1/8 inch thick. Then I heated the surface of the modeling paste thoroughly with a heat tool. I wanted the inside of the layer to remain pliable, while hardening the top layer. Once achieved, I took Birgit's Background with Circles XXL stamp and stamped it right into the paste. I did all 3 cards at once, because the stamp is SO BIG it easily stretched across all 3. Then I left the cards to dry. 

 

 

After the cards were completely cured I came in with some acrylic paint & had a play. I chose a gorgeous raspberry purple, a dark gray & a warm bone color. I applied the paint & heat dry. Then I brushed over the texture with some gesso. This technique highlights all of the raised surface of the rubber stamp... because I used the stamp in a relief type of application, the texture is actually the NEGATIVE space of the stamp. 

 

 

Then I stitched together some watercolor paper in an accordion style layout. I sewed 2 of the 3 modeling paste cards to the "covers" of the accordion... which yielded me a GORGEOUS little art journal! 

 

 

I realized the journal had a bit of "poof" to it, so I stitched a piece of muslin to the front & back. It ties on both sides to keep my little book perfectly closed. YAY! I can't wait to play inside this book... I also KNOW that the cover is not done enough for me... but it's such a fabulous starting off point.. I just can't even. I'm SO giddy!

 

 

Thanks for joining me today :) Visit my instagram page to see the journal operate! 

 

Stamp used in this project:

Other supplies:
Canson Watercolor Paper, Blick Artists Modeling Paste, Amsterdam Acrylics, Liquitex Gesso, Muslin (or similar 100% cotton fabric, natural)

 

DeeDee

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Thank you so much for stopping by!!

Make sure to drop by every Wednesday for ongoing inspiration by my fabulous Crew!

We would love to see your creations on Birgit's Mixed Media Art Crew Facebook page so if you created something inspired by one of the Crew Members or using any of my products then please share!

Crew Member Saturday With DeeDee

Hello and welcome to Crew Member Saturday. Crew Member Saturday is new on the blog. Every first Saturday of the month you will find an inspiring project by one of BMMAC guest designers and we are kicking of the year with DeeDee!

If you don't know DeeDee's work then check it out HERE, where you will find the bios of all the 2018 Crew Members and the links to all their social media!

For her first post DeeDee created a beautiful art journal spread. I love the organic feel of DeeDee's projects and her use of black and white combined with the contrast of strong colors! I can't wait to get my charcoal and gesso out to play with!

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Hiya folks! DeeDee here today with my first Guest spot on the Creative Crew and I am so excited. I’ve been a longtime fan of Birgit’s and this team is made of some brilliant people! I find myself very lucky to be next to them.

Today I’m sharing a mini art journal spread with you via video. I used two of Birgit’s stamp sets : Leafs & Stitched Mixed Media Background.

I had a load of fun familiarizing myself with these delightful stamps. They are FULL of everything that makes my mark maker heart happy… stars, stripes, dots, circles, music notes, text, numerals… and so much more. Here’s a video about my process:

 

And here are some more close-ups:

Stamps used in this project:

 

Other supplies:

Art Journal, Liquitex Gesso | Masking Tape | Wash Brush | Powered Charcoal | Liquitex Clear Gesso | Water | Spray Bottle | Muslin | Archival Ink (Jet Black by Ranger) | White Cardstock | Scissors | Stabilo Marks All | DalerRowney FW Acrylic Ink : Light Green & Turquoise | Round Paint Brush | Black Pen | White Sharpie Water Based Paint Pen

DeeDee

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Thank you so much for stopping by!!

Make sure to drop by every Wednesday for ongoing inspiration by my fabulous Crew!

We would love to see your creations on Birgit's Mixed Media Art Crew Facebook page so if you created something inspired by one of the Crew Members or using any of my products then please share!

 

BMMAC 2018, Proudly Announcing My New Art Crew!

Hello and welcome to my blog! Today is a happy day!

Because today I am proudly announcing my Art Crew for 2018!

Birgit's Mixed Media Art Crew is a team of wonderful artists who create beautiful art work using my product designs for Carabelle Studio. The team is providing inspiration for art journaling, mixed media, scrapbooking, card making and more on a weekly base here on the blog. The first team started in May of this year and now I am happy to introduce to you the new crew starting January 2018!

We are saying goodbye to Marsha. I'm sad to see her go, but new adventures and challenges are awaiting her for 2018 and I wish her good luck with everything. Marsha we will miss you and your gorgeous projects. Thank you so much for everything you did for the crew this year!

Karin, Linda, Hermien and Femke decided to stay on the weekly crew for another year and I am really, really happy about that as they all are very talented and I know they will continue to inspire you with their original and beautiful art every Wednesday!

I'm very excited about our new addition to the weekly crew, Karen Gaunt! Karen is very talented and I love her art, her unique style and her use of color and words. I am very happy to welcome her on board!

But wait... there is more!

Besides the weekly crew I'm introducing to you 3 wonderful guest designers. These ladies, Revlie Schuit, DeeDee Catron and Andrea Ockey, will provide blog posts every first Saturday of the month. Each of them has their own unique style and way of using products. Like the rest of the crew they are an ongoing source of inspiration and I am thrilled to have them on my team!

 

Please let me introduce to you my amazing Art Crew ***drum rolls*** !! 

Karen:

Hi There! I’m Karen and most days you can find me covered in paint and trying to keep the cat from knocking over my dirty paint water. I'm a full time artist and Mummy and I love nothing more than creating with my young daughter by my side.

I am mostly known for my dramatic victorians and of course my found poems.

When it comes to my artwork if it doesn't have a found poem on it, it didn't happen. If you're going to come create with me be sure to bring along your fluorescent colors and gelli plates too.

The things I am most passionate about in life are encouraging and teaching others to pick up their paint brushes and just get started in their mixed media and Art Journaling adventures. I’ve always loved Art and creating ever since I was a child, it’s my happy place. I just want to each crunchy peanut butter all day and help you create something amazing!

Find Karen's art here:

Website

Blog

Instagram

YouTube

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Hermien:

Hi everyone!
It is I...Hermien, also known as Sproet (Freckles)

Who am I? On my blog I introduce myself as:
Woman, married, humor, challenges, creative, practical, MS&MG (both 'neurological challenges' in my life) , and so much more..! Since last year Puck and Panter (two cats) joined our household, so now we are officially employees ;-) (Unfortunately Puck recently died).

I love to get my hands dirty (sometimes very ;-)) making cards, stamping, painting, gelliprinting , just go with the flow.. ! I am very honored to be a member of Birgit's Mixed Media Crew! Hope you enjoy!

Find Hermien's art here:

Blog

Instagram

Facebook

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Karin:

My name is Karin van den Broek and I live in the middle of the Netherlands with my partner and 19 year old daughter.

I started making cards about 6 years ago and one thing led to another and now I can't imagine a life without stained fingers.

I love to experiment with ink, paint, stamps and templates and I mostly use bright colors. I love Birgit’s work and I’m honored that she asked me as a crew member.

Find Karin's art here:

Blog

Facebook

Instagram

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Linda:

My name is Linda Brun, I am a mixed media artist with great passion for artjournaling and monoprinting. I live in Sandnes, Norway with my husband and dog. I’m a graphic designer, working full time as an artist through mixed media collages and paintings, working from my home based studio. Teach hands on mixed media classes and work as a creative inspirator when asked. I also try to fit my mixed media art in to bookbinding, scrapbooking and sewing.

I love diving in to art technique books and take art classes with other artists. I’m always on the look for new techniques and tools to try and I find myself working with various kind of mediums and colors. Today I’m in to stamps, acrylic, masks and gelliprinting. Tomorrow might be different and that is what I like with my creative journey. I’m so happy to be a member of this fantastic crew and look forward to another year with great fun and inspiration.

Find Linda's art here:

Blog

Instagram 

Facebook 

YouTube 

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Femke:

Hi there! Nice to meet you. My name is Femke Kokke and I am a mom of three kids (11, 4 and 4) and I am a freelancer in youth care and helping adults with psychic problems.

Besides being a provider, I also am a scrapaholic :) I love scrapbooking, I really do. I started Scrapbooking in 2003. First I did not use any paint at all. But since 2 years that changed dramatically into using Mixed Media like almost all the time.

Suddenly I love paint, stamps, gesso, stencils and doing all kind off techniques.

So I now love Mixed Media Scrapbooking and am very happy to be a part of Birgit’s team and creating nice stuff to show you!

Find Femke's art here:

Blog/website

Instagram

Facebook

YouTube

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Revlie:

Revlie Schuit -  1974 - Diabetic Type 1 Lada (since 2015) - blond gone pink - live with hub Arjan and our 2 muppets: Sanne (2003) and Ruben (2007) - Netherlands - company owner - stubborn but o so sweet - chocolate - Vichy handcream - imac - colors, lots of! - handmade - paint - art journal - mixed media - creative planning - scrapbook - sew - crochet - - blogging - i don't do well when i eat carbs - i should go to bed more early than i do now - and i'm clumbsy - besides feeling the need to be creative on a daily basis, I'm a choc-aholic, I talk too much and I laugh too loud, I bite my nails when I'm nervous (yes I know...), I'm stubborn if something is in my head, you will not get it out-- you can bribe me with wine & chocolate though ;)

Find Revlie's art here:

Website

Blog

Instagram

Facebook

Pinterest

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DeeDee:

DeeDee Catron is a mixed media artist, instructor & product designer residing in Las Vegas, NV.

She’s been submerged in aspects of the art industry her entire life… drawing, painting, digital graphics, ceramics, fiber arts, drafting, product design, wood working, metal smithing and more.

In college her best friend & roommate introduced her to card making and her artsy endeavors grew to include paper crafts.

Now her mixed media arts are a delightful mixing pot of all things color & texture. She loves gelli printing, stitching, collaging, stamps, chipboard & in reality the list would be ever ending.

Website

Facebook

Instagram

YouTube

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Andrea:

I’m Andrea Ockey Parr, a late-night crafter living in the great state of Utah in the United States. 

I come from a line of amazing women who did pottery, quilting, painting, costume-sewing and all sorts of intricate hand-work.  While I can’t follow a sewing pattern to save my life, I’m so grateful for their example and influence. 

I’m also grateful to be a wife and mother, a medical laboratorian, a former English teacher and an eternal librarian. 

No matter what I’m doing in life, art is what keeps me grounded and sane.  In my projects, I gravitate toward bright bold colors and whimsical themes with a touch of grungy-stringy-wonkiness.  My favorite mediums are paint and ink and I often incorporate fabric scraps and stitching into my projects. 

I’m lucky to have had my work featured in over 50 publications, including Cloth Paper Scissors, Somerset Studio, and Art Journaling.

Blog

Instagram

Pinterest

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Don't you think this crew is just amazing?! If you want to keep updated on what the crew creates and also share your own work using my products for Carabelle Studio then please join our BMMAC Facebook group! We would LOVE to see what you create!

Thank you for stopping by and have a wonderful day!!