52 Art Journals - Mixed Media Mini Art Journal

 

This Art Journal uses digital papers I created for my patrons.  They also get to see how to put the art Journal together. It's made from one sheet of paper or card. I have used the digital paper and collaged additional onto the covers of the mini journal.

We have on the front card cutouts which was originally from a greetings card with a butterfly and some flowers and flourishes and then we've just got some other elements using ribbon.  I have used background paper and painted paper as well underneath and altered ribbons on the side. 

On the pages I also use old artwork, collaged and stamped tags and embellished handmade paper. I have left space in the journal for additional writing or doodling 

You can check out the video above to see more details

If you are interested in some of the resources, you can check these out - 

Ribbons

Background Papers

Encouraging words - Free downloads check out Creative Fabrica

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Check out some of these offers

Art Journal Journey - Free Weekend, and discount off Book of Days

I have several amazing offers to share with you about courses and resources that I have taught or services I have used and they give you some great examples of working in your journal and learning new techniques.

Art Journal Journey 

CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT MORE

You will be able to get FREE access at the weekend to Art Journal Journey - 29 art journaling lessons, 4 of which are mine that I have shared on the Creative U platform which include:

Reusing Your Art - looking at ways in which you can reuse your art in your journals

What Lies Beneath - putting messages and encouraging words in our work

Creating with Layers - working with layers, ones you have created or brought

Gratitude's and Celebrations - identifying the things that we are grateful for and adding these within our work.

There are some great teachers sharing their work as well that you will be able to have access to.  You can also sign up for lifetime access at a cost of $57, you can check it out HERE.

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Book of Days

Book of Days is retiring and there is a 50% off deal until the 1st December.  You will have lifetime access and some of the other Book of Days will be going on sale later on.  Use promo code bodfinale to get the discount.  Check it out HERE or click on the image

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Creative Bug

Creativebug are offering 60 days free on their courses so you can get some extra viewing in and brush up on some techniques.  You can click on the image or check them out HERE

Mixed Media Art Digital Kits

I have a series of digital kits available in my ETSY store that you can use in your art journal and creative projects.

They can be used as coloring pages, paper dolls, as a collage element and more, you can check them out HERE - Use the Code ORDER20 and receive 20% off your purchase until 1st December 2022

Have a blessed Week.  If you do use the digital stamps share them with me on my Instagram

Material Mondays - Week 14 - Painting on Fabric

Material Mondays Painted Fabric Art

In the video this week, we're going to be painting on fabric before stitching! This is a great way to add some extra interest to your fabric project and make it look more unique.

Painted art journal page with glitter

You can use a variety of creative supplies and paints. I am using the brand called Tulip and I have listed the supplies below that I use to paint on fabric.

I usually use recycled fabric, cottons etc where I need them for specific projects I will order them online.

By painting on fabric before stitching, you'll be able to create some really beautiful and unique pieces. You can see the other videos in the Material Monday's series.

Preparing the fabric with paint

Check out the video to see how the fabric progressed:

Supplies used

Tulip Paints

Fabric Glue

Glitter

Pallet knife

Dimensional Paints

Permanent Ink

Other Resources

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Thank you for joining me in my art studio. We all have 5 minutes that we can give to creative play, why not see how you can fit creativity into your every day

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Art Bundle Sale is now on - 7 Tips for Getting the most out of the Bundle!

Art Bundles for Good #7 Sale is now on and you have until the 7th November to purchase the bundle. There are more classes that have been added and more artists, so it is a great deal to learn from so many different creatives - me being one of them

There are over $5700 worth of art courses and other resources on topics like watercolor painting, art journaling, sketching, mixed media, acrylic painting, stencils, collage, pastel pencils, colored pencils, mandalas, art marketing, calligraphy, and much more all bundled together for one low price. This is an amazing opportunity to get more than 111 art resources at such a low price. When you get a chance to visit the Art Bundle website you will see all the amazing courses included this year. They are all listed on the homepage.

Go to the Art Bundles for Good

If you decide to purchase the course bundle, I thought I would share some tips for getting the most out of it, with so many classes and resources, it can get overwhelming, and you want to make the most out of it.

7 TIPS FOR GETTING THE MOST OUT OF THE COURSE BUNDLE

If you like taking different art courses then you will love this bundle, there are so many great lessons by some of your favorite artists. One thing you do have to remember to do is pace yourself. And this goes for any course that you do. For all of the courses you will have access for about a year, so you could get through all of them if you do approximately 2 courses each week - or sign up and go at your own pace. I would go through as follows:

1. Think about the skills that you want to learn first and foremost and do those sessions
2. Identify which ones that jump out at you immediately - could be what you will be creating.
3. Classes by teachers you have heard
4. Classes that are then left
5. Try to sign up at least so that you get your money's worth, then at least after that at least you can then do the class at your own pace after the year sign up access.
6. If there are any classes that you think ‘no not interested’ at least check it out, you may find that there are techniques that you would be interested in learning.
7. Make notes of what you learnt, what you liked about the class and transferable skills or techniques you can use again.

My Offering to the Art Bundle

You get my Mixed Media Art Bowls Course and downloadable Tips for Creative Self Care.

These are lovely creative bowls you can make - with Christmas coming up make gorgeous gifts, or birthday treats, and can not only be filled with encouraging words but also little treats!

You also get

25% of the Art Bundle profits are going to support Courageous Kitchen, a Bangkok-based charity helping refugees. Get over 111 top art learning resources from more than 90 artists AND do some good at the same time. We’ve raised US$101,782 for charity so far.

Go to the Art Bundles for Good

The Art Bundle is backed by a 30-Day Money Back Guarantee. Try out the courses for a couple of weeks. If you are not happy, John, from BundlesforGood, will refund your money.