Happy Wednesday! : )
I recently received the new issue of Somerset Studio and last night I read it cover to cover. I went to bed with my thoughts racing and realized that I just had to share some of the cool things that caught my eye.
And great news! I've got an extra copy for you! You can win this issue by simply posting a comment here on my blog - tell me what your favorite item is in our delightful Birds shopping section. Bruno, who is shown here bowing to Somerset Studio, will pick one lucky winner next Wednesday.
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The Jan/Feb 2012 issue of Somerset Studio was filled with lots of projects, techniques and ideas surrounding birds, eggs and nests. This intriguing article by Cat Kerr was about playing with gauze and incorporating it into your art. I found myself drawn to the egg in the center of this necklace. Could I make something like that with ARTchix supplies?
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You betcha! I grabbed our new Mini Oval Bezels, Mini Oval Acrylic Bubbles and our E is for Egg collage sheet.
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To get the egg the right size of the bezel, I placed the egg image on top of the bezel and then ran my finger around the inside of the bezel. Then I cut it out.
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Next, I added a bit of Crafter's Pick Ultimate Glue, smeared it around with a skewer for somewhat even coverage, and then I added the egg image. You can see that the egg isn't cut out perfectly but once you add the bubble, it doesn't matter. It hides the edges, phew! By the way, I used the same glue to adhere the acrylic bubble.
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Ta da! these cute eggs are ready to add to collages, ATCs, cards or I might even turn them into decorative pushpins. Fun stuff! I might even have to make something Easter-y with them. : )
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More Somerset Studio inspiration...look at this lovely collage on the left by Connie Freedman. Do you see the patch of blue toile fabric in it? I found myself digging through my fabrics to pull out some of my toiles (the green and red ones on the right). I love toile!!! I bet you'll see them popping up in my art soon. : )
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I am absolutely in love with this collage by Tamara Laporte! She explains how she collages her backgrounds...you know I'm going to have to try that! She also teaches online classes...will definitley have to look into that. I believe several of you recommended her online classes...fantastic!
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I simply must give a shout out to Tascha Parkinson! Love this Frida piece that was published in this issue. I have 2 original paintings by Tascha...I love her art and style!
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The gallery of the Jan/Feb 2012 issue was filled with chartreuse colored artwork. So cool! And seeing as the bird and egg theme was predominant throughout, I decided to whip up a digi freebie for you filled with chartreuse birds and eggs. Hope you enjoy!
Get your free, high resolution digital download by simply emailing blogfreebie@artchixstudio.com.
Enjoy! : ) You're welcome to use them in your personal artwork, jewelry, journals, etc. Or hold onto them for a future project. This item is not for resell though.
See you next week with more fun and inspiration! Don't forget to post a comment telling me what your favorite ARTchix bird item is....you might just win a copy of this incredibly inspiring issue of Somerset Studio!
