Faber-Castell Design Memory Craft

Canvas Decor with Wedding Stencil

Hi everyone, Mou here with a canvas decor tutorial using the brand new Faber-Castell Design Memory Craft Mixed Media Paper Stencils - Wedding! Whether you are trying to plan a stylish wedding on a budget or want to create home decor for your new life together, these stencils can help you succeed.

Before I show you how I created this canvas, let me list the supplies for you.

SUPPLIES

Faber-Castell Design Memory Craft Mixed Media Paper Stencils - Wedding

Faber-Castell Design Memory Craft Gelatos® colors - Aqua Dolce, Peppercorn and Persimmon (from the Translucents set)

Faber-Castell Design Memory CraftTextural Accents & Tools - Gesso, Whipped Spackle, Palette Knife (from Gelatos Tool Kit), Silicone Spatula (from Honey Medium Starter Kit)

8x10 canvas

Now, let's walk through the steps.

Rub Gelatos color Aqua Dolce generously on the canvas. You could choose different color to suit your color scheme.

Blend the color with Gesso to completely coat the canvas. Let dry.

Lay the It Takes Two stencil at about the center of the canvas and apply Whipped Spackle through the stencil. Let dry.

Lay a half wreath stencil design below the main image and apply Whipped Spackle with palette knife. When dry, place the other half wreath stencil above the birds and apply Whipped Spackle. Let dry.

Rub a little of the Translucent Gelatos colors Persimmon and Peppercorn along the edges of the canvas and blend with your fingers or use the blending foam from the Translucents Gelatos set to finish.

See, wasn't that easy?

I hope you enjoyed today's tutorial and are going to make some pretty art with these Wedding stencils!

Home Decor with Mixed Media Paper Stencils - 305 (Wedding)

Hi everyone, Mou here with a mixed media decor tutorial using the new Mixed Media Paper Stencils - 305 (Wedding)!

Collect the following supplies and follow along -

Faber-Castell Design Memory Craft Mixed Media Paper Stencils - 305 (Wedding)

Faber-Castell Design Memory Craft Gesso

Faber-Castell Design Memory Craft Texture Luxe™ Gold

Faber-Castell Design Memory Craft Texture Luxe™ Silver

Faber-Castell Design Memory Craft Whipped Spackle

Faber-Castell Design Memory Craft Glass Bead Glitter Gel

Faber-Castell Design Memory Craft Gelatos - Translucents (0r Gelatos colors of your choice)

Faber-Castell Design Memory Craft Palette Knife

Faber-Castell Design Memory Craft Silicone spatula (optional)

8" x 8" stretched canvas

Plastic wrap

Apply a coat of gesso to the canvas. Let dry.

Add a base coat of colors using the Gelatos colors - Translucents - Lychee, Creme De Menthe, Thistle and Persimmon and blend them with a sponge. You can replace these colors with Gelatos colors of your choice or those that match your event/occasion color scheme.

Apply a thin top coat of Texture Luxe™ Silver with palette knife.

Immediately cover the wet canvas with a piece of plastic wrap. Smoosh the plastic over the wet Texture Luxe™ Silver around gently with your fingers to create texture. Leave the wrap on till the Texture Luxe™ Silver dries. Do not try to speed up the drying process with a heat tool as the heat might melt the plastic onto the canvas.

Carefully peel away the plastic wrap to reveal the textured surface.

Lay the Always & Forever stencil at about the center of the canvas and apply Whipped Spackle with palette knife. Avoid applying Whipped Spackle on the 'o' or wedding ring part of the Forever. Let the medium dry thoroughly.

Apply Texture Luxe™ Gold on the wedding rings part of the Always & Forever stencil with palette knife. Let dry completely.

Apply Glass Bead Glitter Gel to create the gem part of the wedding rings using the Always & Forever stencil and palette knife. Let dry.

I hope you enjoyed this tutorial and would play with the Mixed Media Paper Stencils - 305 (Wedding) and various mediums to create fun projects for your home or to give as gift!

A Layered Mixed Media Decor Piece

Hi everyone, Mou here with a tutorial for a layered mixed media decor piece perfect for the Holidays! 

Before I walk you through the steps, let me list the supplies.

Supplies:

Faber-Castell Design Memory Craft-

Gelatos® Colors -

• Blueberry
• Boysenberry
• Iced Rose
• Iridescents - (Blue Moon, Mars, Odyssey)
  

Textural Accents -

• Gel Medium
• Gesso
• Glass Bead Glitter Gel
• Mixed Media Paper Stencils (Faith)
• Texture Luxe™ Gold
• Texture Gems™ 3ct Metallics - Gold
• Whipped Spackle

Tools -

• Silicone spatula
• Palette knife 
• Smudge sponge
• Paint brush
• Collapsible water cup

Other - 5x7 inches canvas, silk leaves, thread, chipboard, palette, paper trimmer, scissors, heat tool (optional)

Rub Gelatos colors Iridescents Blue Moon and Odyssey generously on 5x7 inches canvas and blend with your fingers or a smudge sponge. Seal with a top coat of Gel Medium applied lightly with a silicone spatula and let dry.

Layer the feather stencil from the Mixed Media Paper Stencils (Faith) near the right edge of the canvas and apply Whipped Spackle with palette knife. Let dry.

Rub a little Gelatos color Blueberry around the feather design and blend with water. Let dry.

Pick up a slight bit of Texture Luxe Gold and gently rub over and around the feather.

Color a 2.5x5 inches chipboard with Gelatos colors Mars and Iced Rose. Blend the colors with Gesso. Let dry. 

Mix three parts Glass Bead Glitter Gel and one part Texture Luxe Gold thoroughly in a palette.

Apply the mixed medium through the Sing His Praise stencil from the Faith collection on the colored chipboard. Let dry.

Apply dots around the stenciled phrase on the chipboard with Texture Gems Gold. Let it dry.

Color a 4 x 6 inch chipboard with Gelatos color Boysenberry. Apply Gelatos Color Iridescents Odyssey through the floral stencil, also from the Faith collection.

Trim the chipboard into two pieces -  2.75 x 5.25 inches and 0.75 x 3 inches.

Now, let's assemble the pieces on the canvas.

Cut some 18 inches of thread and loosely wrap around your palm. Pull it out and attach near the bottom left of the canvas with Gel Medium.

Attach the 2.75 x 5.25 inches chipboard piece on top of the thread layer as shown.

Layer a pair of silk leaves so they extend beyond the canvas on top of the chipboard piece.

Mount the Sing His Praise chipboard on top with Gel Medium.

Add the 0.75 x 3 inch strip below the Sing His Praise chipboard.

Apply some more Texture Luxe Gold through the flower stencil around the canvas to finish.

Hope you enjoyed today's tutorial and will reach for your Design Memory Craft stash for creating handmade Holiday decor and gifts!

 

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Negative Space Painting with Gelatos

Diana Trout here today with Negative Space Painting. If you're scratching your head right now, read on. NSP is easier to demonstrate than explain.

The supplies I used for this piece

Canvas board 6" x 8"
Pastel Gelatos
Glaze
Metallic Gelatos
Texture Gems
Awl (or other tool for scratching)
Paint Brush 
Pottery Sponge (or cosmetic wedge)

Begin by creating a patchy background. I'm using the lightest of the Pastel Gelatos because I was thinking of a Fire Opal. No need to make a pattern on the background. Fill the canvas (or page) with color. I spread the color out with a damp sponge. For the best results, fill in the entire canvas. I added marks by scratching through the Gelatos with an awl.

You might use stencils as well. 

You can see the scratches above. Let this dry and then put a couple of coats of Glaze over it. While Gelatos remain re-wettable, they do dry to the touch. Let the Glaze layer dry thoroughly.

It's time to begin the negative space painting. I used the Metallic Gelatos. They are super shiny and fun! (See my video linked at the end of this post for a swatch test.) You can use any shape you'd like or draw anything at all: leaves, flowers, house. I started with the Metallic Mint Gelatos and then, since I wanted the pastel shapes to really POP! I used darker colored Gelatos, like the Gold Champagne and Iced Chai.  

You can use various tools to spread the Metallic Gelatos around: a potter's sponge, paintbrush, the dense foam sponge and your fingers (just make sure to keep them clean). You'll have no problem retaining the pastel shapes since they've been preserved with the Glaze.

A range of values and most importantly Dark and Light make your piece really sparkle. I used a PITT Artist Brush Pen to draw around around the circles. I didn't want a solid line so I followed the pen with a wet brush. PITT pens are permanent but if you catch them while they are wet, they will run. Yum

Finally, I chose a Texture Gem in Pearl to create some more shiny light by creating dots all around each circle. 

Negative Space painting is a different way to think and create. I hope you'll try this and see for yourself. Enjoy!

How to Paint Wild Roses with Gelatos

Hi, Diana Trout here today. I'm excited to share my first post for the Design Memory Craft design team.  Let's paint flowers!

For this project I used a canvas panel (6"x8"), Gelatos Brights, a Pitt Brush Pen and Texture Luxe Gold to "frame" the painting. 

I used the brush and water to remove some Gelatos for the stems later in the painting. It's easy to "erase" some or all of the Gelatos color using a wet brush or rag. 

The roses are simple doodles done with the Pitt Brush Pen. I like the heavy black line. I varied the size of the doodle flowers and have them cascading down the panel from the top left. (I used the Rule of Thirds for the composition.) 

Once you have your doodles finished, start adding the dark green close to the flower outlines. Try not to cross over the black lines but don't sweat it. I began adding the lighter lime green next. Pushing the creamy Gelatos around and away from the roses. 

Use either the blender that comes with the Gelatos or your fingers. Either way, make sure your "tools" stay clean as you don't want to muddy your colors later on. Just rub any media away on a scrap paper. We'll be crossing the color wheel to reds and leftover green on your tools could make some serious Mud.

I added some stenciling to the background using hexagon and dot stencils , 101 Collection. I laid the stencil down and rubbed away the Gelatos® with a cloth. Vary the amount of rubbing away you do. You can use a baby wipe (or wet rag) to take the Gelatos® off completely. 

I pulled out pinks, yellow and orange Gelatos and filled in (roughly) the center of the flowers and the shapes that were created when the doodling was happening. I pushed the Gelatos around and did some blending. You can still see the heavy dark line under the Gelatos but it is faded back somewhat. I left some of the lines uncovered so they would be darker.

I used my binder's awl to make scratches in the Gelatos; just doodly lines again. Try the non-business end of a paint brush for a thicker line. The white lines around the flowers give movement to my project.

For the stems, I removed color using a wet brush. I mixed a tiny bit of green and red Gelato on palette paper for the muddy green color (sometimes mud is a good thing).  I added a little bit of the color near the bottom of the flower and then gently smudging it straight down. 

I finished this piece by brushing Texture Luxe gold around the edges to give it a frame. Ready to hang! I think two small clear Command hooks (top and bottom) will do the trick.

I hope you enjoy this project! The Gelatos are lush and smooshy and very easy to use. If you have any questions, leave them in the comments and be sure to let me know if you try this project. 

How to use your Bible Journaling Kit outside the Bible

Hi everyone, Mou here with a video tutorial to show you an idea for using your Bible Journaling Kit elements outside of the Bible! I created this canvas using the Bible Journaling Kit by Faber-Castel®l Design Memory Craf®t as a reminder to remain hopeful and courageous.

Let's start by looking at the supplies:

Faber-Castell Design Memory Craft -

Bible Journaling Kit

Gelatos® Color - Bubble Gum

Textural Accents & Tools

• Gel Medium
• Glaze
• Whipped Spackle
• Palette knife (Gelatos Tool set)

Other - 6x6 Canvas Panel

Here is the video tutorial for you. You can watch by clicking the play button below or by following this link.

I hope you enjoyed today's tutorial!

 

 

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One Sparkly Drawstring Bag

Hi Loves,

Tiare here.   Every girl loves a bit of sparkle and a cute, small drawstring is the perfect touch.  The Gelatos® Iridescents  dd just the right amount of sparkle and shine! 

Grab your Gelatos® Iridescents and let's make this sweet bag together.  It's the perfect little gift wrapping for a special friend or for yourself.  Be sure to notice how the  Gelatos® Blue Lunar helps the flower to "pop."  Watch this quick video to learn how....

Tada!

Now it's your turn.  Please share if this inspires you. I'd love to see what you make.  Just tag me on Instram @iamclassygirl or Facebook at Tiare Smith Designs.  

Supplies Used:

• Gelatos® Iridescents
• Tea Stains - Agra

• Journaling Pitt®Artist Pens Medium and Brush Nib Black #199

• Deluxe Waterbrush

•  Gelatos Tool Set 

Tiare Smith is a mixed media/art journal artist and instructor. 

She hosts a variety of online, mixed media workshops, challenges and more. 

Pick up more FREE tutorials from Tiare at http://www.tiaresmith.com

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Tada!

Now it's your turn.  Please share if this inspires you. I'd love to see what you make.  Just tag me on Instram @iamclassygirl or Facebook at Tiare Smith Designs.  

Supplies Used:

• Gelatos® Iridescents
• Tea Stains - Agra

• Journaling Pitt®Artist Pens Medium and Brush Nib Black #199

• Deluxe Waterbrush

•  Gelatos Tool Set 

Tiare Smith is a mixed media/art journal artist and instructor. 

She hosts a variety of online, mixed media workshops, challenges and more. 

Pick up more FREE tutorials from Tiare at http://www.tiaresmith.com

Metallic Icing Floral Home Decor

Hi Loves. Tiare here.  Natural colors just rock my world.  You can find them throughout my home from the carpet to furniture to the walls.  They are very common in many households.  However, they are even better with a bit of sparkle.  Therefore, it was quite easy for me to decide what I wanted to create using the yummy color : Gelatos® Metallic Icing  Mmmmm.  

Grab your  Gelatos® and let's play.  Here's what I did. 

Use  Gelatos® Iced Chai, Iced Coffee, Gold Champagne to make a lovely background.  I colored it on and spread with water.  Use Gesso and spread with  brayer to add another layer.  Set aside to dry. 

 

Cover both sides of a lunch bag with Gesso. Next color with your Gelatos® Metallic Icing,  rub in with your  finger or a damp paint brush. Tear out 3 sets of circles, 3 circles each, with the size increasing with each circle in each set. Since you colored on both sides you can tear out 2 circles at a time.  Allow to dry. 

 

Use Mixed Media Stencil 101 to add a fun pattern to canvas. Just color over with  Gelatos® Iced Chai, Iced Coffee and Gold Champagne and spread with finger.  Rub Gelatos® Iced Coffee along all four edges, rub in with finger to frame canvas. 

 

Crumple all circles in a tight ball and then unfold.  Color edges using  Gelatos® Iced Coffee then gently and quickly rub Gelatos® over top to hit the wrinkles. Layer crumpled circles from small to large to create flowers.  Secure with a large brad. 

 

Attach flowers to canvas with Gel Medium or by using brads through the canvas. 

 

Finish off by doodling on stems using Stamper's Big Brush Pen #177 Walnut Brown and scribbling around canvas with Texture Gems™ Gold to add sparkle. 

Tada!

 

Supplies Used:

• Gelatos® Iced Chai, Iced Coffee, Gold Champagne, Metallic Icing

• Texture Gems™ Gold

•  Mixed Media Stencils 

• Gesso

• Gel Medium

• Stamper's Big Brush Pen #177 Walnut Brown

 

Tiare Smith is a mixed media/art journal artist and instructor. 

She hosts a variety of online, mixed media workshops, challenges and more. 

Join her for more creative fun at http://www.tiaresmith.com

Slumber Should Be Broken: A Mixed Media Canvas

Hi everyone! Mou here today with a mixed media canvas tutorial for you. Holiday season is busy, so let's get started right away.

Supplies:

Faber-Castell Design Memory Craft Gelatos® Colors: Metallic Grape, Iced Chai, Iced Coffee

Faber-Castell Design Memory Craft Textural Accents and Tools:

Gesso

Gel Medium

Whipped Spackle

Texture Luxe™ Gold

Gelatos Tool Set

101 Stencil Collection

102 Stencil Collection

Faber-Castell Design Memory Craft Stamper's Big Brush pen: Black

Sizzix Thinlits Die - Doily #2

Others: canvas, cardstock, old book paper, resin accent, stamp, tissue

Color canvas with Metallic Grape Gelatos and blend with gesso.

Once the color dries, lay a stencil from the 102 Stencils Collection on the canvas and apply Whipped Spackle with palette knife.

Ruffle up some tissue paper and attach to the canvas with gel medium. Layer a die-cut doily on top.

Once the surfaces dry, add more colors with Iced Chai and Iced Coffee Gelatos. Color the die cut doily with Black Stamper's Big Brush pen. Layer a stencil from the 101 Stencil Collection on top of the doily and apply Whipped Spackle with a palette knife.

Ink up a background stamp with Stamper's Big Brush pen and stamp around the canvas.

Add some strips of old book paper near the top left part of the canvas.

Rub some Texture Luxe Gold and dilute some of it to so it will drip down. Let dry.

Attach a resin accent with gel medium. Rub more Texture Luxe Gold on it. Attach a phrase cut out of old book paper.

And there you have it! I hope you enjoyed today's tutorial.

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So Grateful!

Hi everyone, Mou here from mousaha.com with a canvas project using Gelatos® color of the week Raspberry! As we get closer to Thanksgiving, gratitude is on our minds. We are also thinking of getting our homes ready for the holidays, to entertain our family and friends. I wanted to create a piece that spoke to both: a word to ponder over and a handmade home decor project. Follow along to see how you can make it too.

Supplies you'll need:

Faber-Castell Design Memory Craft Gelatos® color:

• Raspberry
• Tangerine

Faber-Castell Design Memory Craft Textural Accents:

• Gesso
• Gel Medium
• Whipped Spackle
• 102 Stencil Collection
• Gelatos Tool Set

Faber-Castell Design Memory Craft Stamper's Big Brush Pen: Black

Faber-Castell Design Memory Craft Essential PITT Artist Pens BLACK

Sizzix Bigz Die w/Bonus Textured Impressions - Millinery Leaves

Others: 7" x 9" canvas, stamp, diecuts, found papers, washi tape, moist baby wipe, scissors

Start by applying a coat of gesso to the canvas. I used one measuring 7" x 9". You could choose any size you like.

Rub some Raspberry Gelatos in the middle of the canvas.

Blend with a lot of water. Let dry thoroughly.

Ink  any background stamp with Black Stamper's Big Brush pen and stamp around the canvas.

Using Gel Medium, layer found papers, tapes and die cuts on the canvas.

Layer the tribal patterned stencil from 102 Stencil Collection near the right edge of the canvas and apply Whipped Spackle with palette knife from the Gelatos Tool Kit. Lift off the stencil immediately and clean it with a moist baby wipe.

While the medium dries thoroughly, die-cut and emboss the leaf and color it with Tangerine Gelatos. Rub more Raspberry Gelatos over the embossed stem and veins.

With your B tip Black PITT Artist Pen, write 'Gratitude' on a piece of paper and cut it into a small banner with scissors.

Attach the little banner and leaf to the canvas to finish.

I hope you enjoyed today's tutorial. Before I go, I want to say to you that I AM SO VERY GRATEFUL TO YOU ALL! Thanks for checking out my tutorials, visiting my personal blog and leaving sweet comments and your questions. Thank you!