Another Canvas

Here is another Canvas that I created. I used a Kenny K Image as the focal point.  I really like coloring. I never realized just how much it calms me. I have been trying to figure out what I will pack for my trip. The copic markers are DEFINITELY on the list.  And yes, I like the color combination as well. I wasn't fond of it when I started but somehow it redeemed itself.

Alright,

I honestly don't have much else to say so I will end for now.

Until later

SS

A New Creation

Most of the time the art I create is either an ATC, Crochet or art journaling. I wanted to branch out a little. Here you will find my art on Canvas. I actually went to a retreat (Crafty Creations)  and created 6 (yep that is correct) 6 canvas creations. So, Here is the first one and my favorite. I gave this to the retreat owner. I liked my time so much. Hopefully they like it as part of the decor even more.

I made this with my Julie Fei Fan Balzar stencils. I really loved how it turned out. I also love the color combination.  I like most of her work. It's not exactly my style but she has some really good techniques.

Oh well

Until later

SS

Have no clue what to say

I know that is entirely odd for me but I am here this morning wondering how I approach a blog post. For the first time, I am a little speechless.  Oh well, I do have a layout for you so I supposed I should get started on that.

Here is another one I did with my Cricuit Cartridge ladies as the focal point. You may not be able to tell but the dresses are glitter paper. You can never have enough bling. I added the washi tape. (Because let's face it. I could stand to have a little less washi tape on hand.)  Background is dylusions and I did all of the doodling myself. I have really tried to focus on this and get better.

Alright
That is enough for today.

Until later

SS

Another Art Journal Layout

As you know, I am fascinated with art journaling. I like the freedom it allows me to be creative while not having to follow rules or lines or anything else. (Yep, you guessed it. I am not really a rule follower)

What's up Bloggerland?

Here is another entry I did at least 7 months ago. I had put down the creativity for a little while but luckily I have picked it back up. 

This one was done with dylusion sprays and stamps as well. I added some embellishments and there you have it, a bonafide layout. I also used some washi tape. When I realized just how many I have I just knew I had to start getting rid of it. I actually enjoy the purchasing of these items. Just to let you know how much I have, I need to use 75 rolls before I can even think about buying one more inch, much less roll of washi tape.

The guy is HOT, right?  I am still thinking about adding a little something to the white jeans. I just think I would feel better if they had a little black accent. (No pun intended). 

Oh well, it' time for me to say good night.

Until Later

SS

Past pieces

Well howdy, I wanted to get this post in while I had a minute of time. 

This is actually a layout I did almost 9 months ago. I had just come off of my classes with Dyan Reavely and was really into just spray back grounds. I of course had to use some of her famous magazine pictures and accent those with white paint pen, white gel pen and then some pitt pens and microns.
Amazingly, I am up at almost 2:30 am. I am tired and sleepy but not enough to just fall asleep. Now imagine that. In anycase, I hope you like the layout.
I am going to link this to the web blog A creative Romance. They have an anything goes theme. I hope you all like the layout.  I am linking as well to Simon Says Stamp Blog Wednesday Challenge. This one is create your own background. Clearly I have done that!!!

Until later
SS

My favorite color.

Hey Everyone,

Happy Saturday. I know, the weekend is already half over but let's just bask in the "gloriousness" ..yes, I made this word up... of those 48 hours of free time.

It's been a while since I put up an ATC on my blog but I saw a challenge I wanted to join and thought this would be as a time as any to start. Wicked Wednesday is one of my favorite blogs so hopefully they like this one. So, again, my favorite digital artist is Kenny K or Kenny K downloads. I just love him. His images are fun and edgy at the same time. Definitely reminds me of my personality. The background is made out of a paint chip sample. I actually really like them and they are an excellent way to recycle. I actually did a few punches with these as well which come out awesome. The next link is crafts 4 eternity. They also have the favorite color combo theme.

So, my favorite colors could easily be blue and orange. I went to college at University of Illinois and I wore a lot of blue and orange during my life time. Not to mention I grew up in Chicago so I have my share of Chicago Bears gear which also has the blue and orange theme.

This cute image is used in a few of the projects that I have but I wanted to make her blond for this image to go along with the blue theme.

In my 642 things to write about journal the prompt is " If you could invent a machine to do one chore for you, what would it be? How would that machine function?".  That is so easy. I would invent toilet bowl cleaner It would attach to the toilet bowl and do scrubs around and down. That is absolutely my most HATED chore. In fact I literally just grab the brush and scrub for one day, take a break until the next day because I am so traumatized by toilet scrubbing. : )

Until later

SS

Just one more new hobby

Yes,

It's me again. My life has gotten pretty busy again. I am happy about it though. I can't stand being bored. So, I get to be home for 2 weeks straight. Ya, gotta love sleeping in your own bed. So, I have taken up quilting. Yes, I know.  Me, quilting??? I can barely sew a button on but I am giving it a go. I bought a new sewing machine. One that is pretty simple but I really want to try doing rag quilts. Of course. I am not going to give up my other hobbies. In fact, I had a wonderful creative weekend that I still have a lot of stuff to share but I will get to that in a minute. 

So here is the share for today.

I am still in love with my Kenny K images.  I have pulled out the stops with the Copics again. I had to hold off on adding to the collection until next month. But I definitely will be doing that soon.  This page was done with a background of Tim Holtz Distress stains. They are always good for a quick background.  I have been trying to figure out how to get more depth in the background on this. But I think when I do my cruise this year this will definitely be in my supplies list. I have been trying to figure out something that is a little less messy to take but will still allow me to have some freedom for creation.  I actually chose to post this one on the Kenny K Crew's challenge blog. It's anything goes this time.  I also want to link this to Crafting from the heart. They also have a theme of anything goes this week.

One thing I want to try as well is journaling. I actually bought a book that has 642 things to write a about. Not sure why but I really wanted the items in here. I think it would be a really cool thing to do as a round robin type journal. Someday.. The first one i looked at it is " Write a witch's spell"

"round and round, spin today. Look to the North and start to say..  I am beautiful, I am great. Now cover your face so that you cannot see.. Because the person inside is what you really want to be."

Ok, Enough of being corny, until later.

SS