Paper Craft Workshop

This technique could be used on a scrapbook page, a greeting card or on an artist trading card, or in an art journal/ It is so easy to do. And more than likely, you have most of the supplies you need already in your stash, It is a fun technique. Almost like finger painting. You can use almost any colors that make you happy. I would use very heavy paper for this technique since you will be adding acrylic paint to it. If you are doing this technique on a book page, I would cover the page with two three coats of gesso. Or Glue two pages together to give the page more weight before you get started. Start with a roll of plastic wrap (cling wrap) and then you chose the medium to work with. It will work on all kinds of media. Acrylic Paint Supplies Sheet of heavy card stock or watercolor paper   Craft mat to cover your work surface. Two plastic cups or containers to hold paint and water. Cling or saran wrap Foam brush or soft paintbrush Rubber Gloves  Paper towels Cover your wor...

If you have some washi tape in your stash, you have a wonderful opportunity to add creativity to your art journal. Here are some ideas to get creative with your washi tape,  Basic Washi Tape Tips  There are just a few things to know and understand about washi tape that will help you enhance your art journal experience: We use a lot of different media on our art journal pages. Sometimes, the washi tape will not stick where we want it to. If that is the case for you, go ahead and add some white PVA glue to the back of your tape to get it to stick. You can also use a glue stick. If you are collaging, go ahead and use Mod Podge or other sealing mediums. It won't hurt your washi tape. Use collage glue or paint over it with clear gesso and it stays in place. Do not use scissors to cut it, rip it. It will create more texture and it’s easy to tear. Use Washi Tape To Create Some Texture You can create texture by adding bits of washi tape anywhere you need to add some dimension to your ...

No matter what paper project you are creating, you can take it a step further by creative painting techniques without using brushes. You can use these techniques on greeting cards, scrapbook pages. art journals, Bible journals, and lots of other papercraft projects. Going beyond just using the common things like stamps, stencils and markers takes you to a new and exciting new creative level! Today, we are taking a journey into creative painting without a paintbrush. Yes, you can use acrylic paints, but you can also get the same effects with ink pads too. Creativity is using what you have to get the same effects. All of these techniques can be used with acrylic paint, watercolors, inks and alcohol inks. Supplies You are just going to need a few supplies that you more or less have about your home or craft space. Sponges Brayer Baby wipes Pallet knives Credit card or gift card Straws Brush Pens Your Fingers For specific designs Plant leaves Bubble wrap q tips Toilet paper or paper towel r...

Art Journals are easy to create An art journal is a place where you get to express your thoughts, ideas, and feelings through any media that you want to use. It combines drawing, painting, collage, and even printmaking in different media as a visual diary. It is where you express your hopes, dreams, and goals visually. It helps you destress and focus. It gives you self-awareness and power over your emotions, It helps you clarify your everyday challenges. The basic platform for your art journal can be a sketchbook, a journal that you create, a notebook, or a book that you alter to create an art journal. Size matters. So if you like to work on a large surface, then a larger book is for you.  Make sure to select or create a journal that has a paper that will take a lot of weight in the media that you use. A mixed media paper is a great place to start. Sometimes these journals have a theme to them. Other times, they just are an expression or a cit of your daily life. Easy Art Journal I...

You can decorate envelopes for your art journal pages.  Click here for more ideas When you get mail every day, there are envelopes that hold something meant just for you. Sometimes, they contain something special like a letter from a dear friend or a card to celebrate a special occasion. Other times it is an obligation for something that is due and needs to be taken care of. Whatever is in your mail is special because the envelope contains a "secret" meant only for you. I love envelopes. They have held some special memories for me. They come in some delightful colors, shapes and sizes. They always have some meaning. Why not consider using them to hold something special in your art journal pages. Whenever I see an envelope I want to open it to see what is inside. So, I like to place some in my art journal. I treasure the cards that I have been given. Especially from those who have passed on. It gives me pleasure to recall them by seeing their writing and the th...

Here are some easy thoughts on art journal pages, especially for beginners. Art journals are just an expression of your thoughts and ideas. They are strictly meant for your own enjoyment. You can use any media to express your personal thoughts.

A different approach to art journals. How to use creative tags in your art journals. The idea of using decorated tags to make art journal pages is inspiring to me ! I have a box of tags and I need to get them out and see where in my journals. More to follow !

Here is a fun idea to use your magazines ! We all have them laying around the house. All you need is some magazines, paper or an art journal, some glue and a pair of scissors. This is great fun to do with your kids and grand kids too. It's an easy way to get into art journaling. Expand your horizons and have fun !

Here is our last prompt for this week to help you get started with art journaling. We hope that it has given you some inspiration. Click here to learn ,more about art journaling

You do not have to spend a fortune to get an art journal. This is a simple and easy way to make an art journal. You probably have the materials in your craft space. If you have never bound a journal, this is a good place to start ! 

Never thought about doing the edges of my art journal Wow what fun this idea is ! Great for using scraps of paper that I have everywhere !

Using magazines is a perfect way to recycle ! You cut out your favorite pictures and save them for future pages ! Great project while you are watching TV. I love recyling in my paper crafts ! It saves me money and I get some great results ! Don"t stop at magazines. Think about junk mail, catalogs, envelopes Stretch your imagination ! Once you get started, you will not be able to stop !

Every art journal page starts with a background. When you are starting with art journals \, looking at that blank page can be scary and challenging. But remember, you are just expressing a thought or feeling, so there is no right or wrong. You can start a page and revisit it later. Starting with back grounds is an easy way to get started ! Here are a few ideas to get your pages going !

This week we are talking about art journals. Why should you art journal There are so many reasons to start art journaling You can use scraps, extra lettters, all of your supplies  You will learn techniques that will translate to cards and scrapbook pages It has a calming effect No judgement-it is your own art No time limits in pages-work at your own speed Supplies For Art Journals You probably have everything you need in your stash. Be creative ! Think about how you can use your supplies in a mew medium ! Basically you need a journal. If you are using watercolors, it will need to be a watercolor paper. Other than that, any journal will do ! Let.s get started