Master Sheet Spring Tags

Hello friends, 

Tina here from, Tina Hois Art. Today we will be creating a stencilled master sheet and with it we will make some lovely tags that can be added to gifts, journal pages or made into a tag journal! 

I love working on master sheets or master boards mainly for the efficiency- rather than working on individual tags for example - working on a large scale paper also allows for more freedom and another favourite, creating beautiful depth with layers.

Step 1:

On a sturdy piece of watercolour paper collage the first layer of torn book pages.

Step 2: 

With a brayer spread the first layer of acrylic paint~ this is a very organic layer as are the ones to follow.

Allow enough transparency so that some of the first layer is visible.

Step 3:

The first stencilled layer will be with Lacey Lotus stencil designed by Jessica Sporn. With your favourite acrylic colours dab on the stencil randomly (I used purple, sea foam and yellow ochre) 

Step 4:

To add contrast I decided on the delicate Nosegay stencil, designed by Cecilia Swatton  black acrylic paint to create a silhouette.

At this point feel free to leave your master sheet as is or proceed to step 5.

Step 5:

For the final touch of interest I added some

Fluorescent pink splatters and marks using acrylic ink.

At this point  the master sheet is ready to be transformed into a variety of projects.

Supplies

Stencils 

Nosegay

Lacey Lotus

Acrylic paint

Book pages

Mod Podge

Brayer

Layers of stenciled tissue collage

Hello beautiful creatives it’s Tina here from @tinahoisart.

Today I will share a frugal arty tip that use in my art journals~ tissue!

I love stencilling on tissue paper.  The translucency of the tissue is perfect for creating layers and a simple way of adding depth and texture to your art.

I am using two varieties of tissue one from a napkin and one from gift packaging~this technique also works wonderfully with coloured tissue papers.

The stencils I am featuring and using here are:

Little Painted Rainbows created by Carolyn Dube 

Pressed Leaves created by  Cecilia Swatton

I AM Words mask created by Cat Kerr

MB Makes Marks created by Mary Beth Shaw

Tip:Using an assortment of shapes and stencil styles creates a unique and interesting collage.

The Process:

Step 1:

Using a makeup sponge rub it on an ink pad, select your stencil and apply the ink.

TIP: Using ink on tissue will ensure that tissue doesn’t tare.  If acrylic paint is being used be mindful of how much is being used. Less is more.

 Step 2

Apply a thin layer of gesso to your art journal- this will work as a base for the layers that we will be building

Step 3:

Now this is the fun part and the opportunity to create the layers as you prefer 

Cut up the tissue paper and with mod podge or matte medium adhere to the journal pages 

 

Step 4

I added some white acrylic paint for the eye to rest as as to add some lightness to the page 

Supplies:

Stencils

Distress INks

Makep sponge

tissue papers

Gesso

White Acrylic paint

Thanks for stopping by.

Enjoy creating your own tissue paper collage.

Tina

Creating layers ~ a resist background

Hello creative friends,

Tina here, and today it’s all about getting arty on the quick.

Summer is a season I look forward to and a season that allows me to enjoy the outdoors and my garden.

With this additional hobby I find I spend less time at my desk and I feel torn ~ I need my art time and summer is so short 

This quick and easy technique provides a beautiful end result and the satisfaction of getting creatively messy.

For this page I enjoyed using the following stencils:

Crossed Washers created by Andrew Borloz ~ fun fact~ the inspiration came from the bobbin holder of a sewing machine!! 

Vintage Camillia by Rae Missigman and her love for botanicals.

 The Process:

Step 1:

To your desired base add a layer of old book pages - I used modpodge to adhere them and a layer of lightly spread gesso.

Step 2:

Apply a desired layer of paint or multiple colours and place stencil while the paint is still wet place the stencil on top of the area you want to erase and with a baby wipe.

Step 3:

Continue with this process placing the stencil over various part of the paint to create random markings.

Step 4:

Place the floral stencil in the desired area and use black to make it pop.

Step 5:

Tape off the part of the stencil you would like to use for creating further and apply to your page with a contrasting colour. 

Add a phrase that represents you the mood and voila!

Creative fulfillment.

Wishing you all a great summer.

Tina @tinahoisart 

Learn to Let Go~ an affirmation keepsake

Happy Heart Day friends;

Today I want to share with you a little heart keepsake that I was inspired to create using the I Am Words stencil created by Cat Kerr.

One thing to note about me is that I am a glass half full kind of girl and I am all about positive self talk, setting boundaries and self love.

The I Am Word stencil is all that for me as it serves as the perfect reminder and hence it was chosen to be the star of today’s project.

I will be using inks on an old canvas today but the project can also be made on fabric and with acrylic paints and a sponge rather than sprays.

Some slow stitches add another layer of interest as does the tattered edges.

For the tattered edges I used drop cloth ~ yes the kind you find at the hardware store!! 

Choose bits of fabric, lace, ribbon or simply leave it as is.

Think of the process as making a sandwich.

There is a bottom layer, a middle and a top layer! 

Let’s start:

Set the stencil on your fabric and apply paint or spray ink of your choice. I am working on canvas and decided to use Distress Spray stains

Now remember the sandwich reference- here are the steps.

*Cut out a heart from your stencil fabric

*Cut a piece of batting the same size

*Cut a third heart about 1/2” bigger than the stencilled one.    This will be the base.

 I used a piece of rescued denim. 

Now we will layer them together.

I used fabric glue to hold them together.

*glue the batting on to the base fabric. In this case the denim.

Next cut pieces of fabric that will serve as the tattered edges.

The length will depend on the size of heart. For this one I cut 2.5” strips and folded in half (just to save time pus it makes it easier to stitch)

With the fabric glue tack them all around the heart shape ensuring they overlap the batting just a bit.

Take the stencilled heart and with the glue tack on top of all this goodness.

I found using some pins to keep it secure also helped with the slow stitching. 

Stitch around the entire heart by hand or the sewing machine.

Now as I said up top, this step can be omitted but it does add a raw rustic feel which I love.

Lastly, add a positive note or several ~ that you can refer to when needed 💓

Thanks for stopping by and remember be kind to yourself because you are worth it!

Let’s connect Tina Hois Art

Supplies:

Stencil I AM words

Fabric

Batting

Inks or paint

Needle and thread

Fabric glue 

Fan~Tastic paper folding

Hello friends, 

Tina here with another creative stencil idea not only for the holidays but for any celebration (or just because they are so fun to make!)  

Below I will guide you through the steps of creating stencilled layered papers using just one stencil, a gel plate and a simple folding technique to create quick paper fans that can dress up a tree, gift or made into a garland.  Please don't stop here, use these papers in your art journals, cards and tags!

I am using acrylic paint in the same colour family ~ I love that slight contrast of tone and adding gold acrylic for some shine.

The stencil I am working with forthis project is Stone Stack by Jane Monteith.

I love the organic stone formation and when used with the tequinique below it creates gorgeous layers.

The Process:

Apply paint to the gel plate and with a plain piece of printer paper lift this first layer

Apply a contrasting colour to the gel plate, lay the stencil on top and with the same piece of paper lift the second layer

Remove the stencil and wait for a few seconds then apply the gold paint.  Lay the same paper on top (rotate the paper so that the stones are not laying over the negative image on the gel plate. Lift this final layer.

Fold the paper in half and cut down the center so you have two equal pieces.

Take one of the pieces and create the first fan fold (2.5cm) continue until the entire piece is folded.

Fold it half and trim the edges~I snipped them to a point but feel free to snip as desirre

d.

Note: Folding the paper vertically will create a longer fan and horizontally a wider fan. I made both!

Lay the piece flat with the painted side facing up and with a piece of string tie a double knot in the center

Turn it over and glue the two flat sides together

Once the glue is dry unfurl the folds 

To add a festive touch I am adding glitter to the tips (optional) . For this a glitter glue or glue and glitter can be used. I had the later on hand.

Add a wooden bead (optiional) for a finishing touch 

ALL DONE!

Check out the full process video here Tina Hois Art

Thank you for stopping by, have fun creating your personalised festive fans!

Wishing you all a Fan~Tastic holiday!

          ~Tina

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Supplies:    

Stencil Stone Stack by Jane Monteith

Printer paper

Acrylic paint

Gel Plate 

Brayer

Glue stick

String

Glitter glue

Wood bead

Scissors