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kerry lynn
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# Posted: 17 Jan 2008 18:39 - Edited by: kerry lynn
alright girls and guys!
today i have a tutorial / challenge
we've altered the outsides of books
now watch from start to finish as i alter the inside...
but let me tell you right now.
this tutorial / challenge
is all about playing with materials
pushing yourself to do something you've never done before
without expectations
without worrying about the end result
although i'd love to see your end result
if you want to share!
supplies i used :
vintage music book, gesso, gel medium,
white/pink/parchment hued paints,
vintage fabric, scrap & vintage papers, misc embellies
step 1 : find a book and gather your supplies
step 2 : adhere 2-3 pages together with gel medium.
step 3 : apply a coat of gesso for a muted background to build off of
step 4 : start building up your background by placing random papers, elements, etc as YOU desire. i use gel medium as a paste, but you could also use modge podge too.
step 5 : apply gel medium, gesso or a whitewash of paint over the layers if you wish to subdue colors... or don't. remember, this is all about you and what YOU are creating!
note : i generally like to do a base build up with papers and then whitewash them with gesso and gel medium. then i create the final elements using the same papers, without the whitewash. it creates a cohesion since the paper design subtly shows through the whitewash.
step 6 : start applying your final elements as you desire. this is also a great time to add writing, images, etc.
step 7 : finished....
i hope this has helped show that the act of creating for the sake of creating
is just as important as planning is
it can push you to open new design avenues
that you never thought you would try.
have fun!
xoxo
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rertel
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# Posted: 17 Jan 2008 18:41
omg....I'm in heaven!!!! thank you so much for this awesome tutorial KL!!! I'm so gonna try this :)
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Bernadette
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# Posted: 17 Jan 2008 19:07
how stinkin' NEAT!
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alyssalo
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# Posted: 17 Jan 2008 19:11
This is too neat! Once I find a book to alter, I'll have to play around!
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sarahb
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# Posted: 17 Jan 2008 19:36
LOve this KL!!
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jessica
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# Posted: 17 Jan 2008 19:37
this is so , so wonderful- i love collage- and this is perfect for what i have been itching to do!
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toomuchcoffeegirl
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# Posted: 17 Jan 2008 19:42
that rocks. thank you KL!
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momof3crazies
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# Posted: 17 Jan 2008 19:55
omg how funky cool is this??? I looooove it!
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MarinaV
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# Posted: 17 Jan 2008 19:55
TO CUTE! Where can I get gesso?
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JSaulsberry
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# Posted: 17 Jan 2008 20:04
so gonna love doing this challenge!
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kerry lynn
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# Posted: 17 Jan 2008 20:05
Once I find a book to alter, I'll have to play around!
i also forgot to add
you can of course
use all of these tips and techniques
on a canvas as well
or a large {or tiny} piece of chipboard
the possibilities are endless!
Where can I get gesso?
any art supply store will sell it
or a craft store {i purchase my items at michaels}
xo
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claudinehellmuth
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# Posted: 17 Jan 2008 20:25
so much fun! love it!!!
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beckynovacek
SISter Elle (1847)
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# Posted: 17 Jan 2008 20:30
i am definitely going to do this! thanks kerry!!!
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charygirl
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# Posted: 17 Jan 2008 21:00
Very Kewl!!
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PetiteCheri
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# Posted: 17 Jan 2008 21:05
This is so gorgeous. You've inspired me to try this! Thanks.
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Heather R
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# Posted: 17 Jan 2008 21:31
i think i might have just decided what to do with the vintage bridal book i've been hoarding. now, to find the time to get messy.
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metrochic
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# Posted: 17 Jan 2008 22:07
you are seriously a rock star. seriously.
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renee
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# Posted: 17 Jan 2008 22:12
another one for the favorites file and a cool thing to try on a cold winter's day!
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nitty.grittyjody
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# Posted: 17 Jan 2008 22:51
You're awesome!
All those steps are so thorough and it does! It makes me want to create!
You are a true, inspirational artist.
Just beautiful.
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MichelleStrach
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# Posted: 17 Jan 2008 22:51
This looks amazing! Thanks so much for sharing!!!
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cayla73
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# Posted: 17 Jan 2008 22:57
very cool!
just have to find a good book to alter!
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raesha
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# Posted: 17 Jan 2008 23:22
Oh.My.GOSH!!! How fun...guess what I'll be doing this weekend after I do some more soldering??? Altering book pages!!!!
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alligatorally
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# Posted: 17 Jan 2008 23:26
I have been wanting to do this, thank you soooo much for putting all the steps here, and now that I see yours maybe I'll actually start on it! LOVE yours!! Fabulous : )
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Erin B
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# Posted: 17 Jan 2008 23:33
awesome tutorial KL!
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loirinha
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# Posted: 17 Jan 2008 23:40
holy cow this is FAB!! love it. thanks for the tutorial!
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vivianbonder
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# Posted: 18 Jan 2008 02:31
YAY!!! cool tips!
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scrappykea
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# Posted: 18 Jan 2008 06:52
i have the books... must have been waiting for this post :-) thank you
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Wilna
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# Posted: 18 Jan 2008 11:57
This is FANTASTIC KL!!!!!!!!!!!!!
You rock the paint!!
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GretchenMac
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# Posted: 18 Jan 2008 12:18
um, this is just awesome KL!!
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gigi
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# Posted: 18 Jan 2008 12:27
so fantastic!!!
time to get gesso-ing!!! :)
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