{"title":"Teal, Turquoise \u0026 Green Collection","description":"\u003cp\u003eDive into an inspiring world of lustrous turquoise, emerald green, and peacock blue with our new collection. This carefully selected assortment has everything from stunning paper items for card making and scrapbooking to jewel-toned paints and embellishments for all your mixed-media projects. Discover our refreshing project ideas with this unique color combination, and begin making your own vibrant creations today.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"green-giving-shawl","title":"Green Giving Shawl","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis festive, all-occasion Green Giving Shawl is made of the softest material and designed to give whenever someone near or far could use a hug. It's the perfect gift to let a friend or loved one know you're thinking about them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile this shawl is luxuriously soft, it is not too heavy, so you can wrap yourself in comfort any time of year. An inside pocket can hold a tissue, eyeglasses, or cell phone. This Green Giving Shawl also comes beautifully packaged in its own gift box and includes a keepsake bookmark with a message of encouragement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGreen Giving Shawl Product Details:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes shawl, keepsake book, and gift box (as shown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFabric: Nylon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasures 27 x 70\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCare: \u003cspan\u003eDo Not Bleach, Machine Wash - Cold, Tumble Dry - Low, Wash With Similar Colors Only\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePackaging sentiment: We all need a little comfort now and then... A reminder to help us know that we are not alone in the world... That there is someone in our corner, ready with a hug, no matter what. Always know you are being thought of, cheered on, and loved for exactly who you are - Someone who is beautiful and wonderfully made.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Demdaco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45450856169623,"sku":"5DE-1004440308","price":54.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/20241031_shawlgreen_002__94407.1731524043.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746728878"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-enjoy-the-simple-things-project","title":"Enjoy the Simple Things Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eI have wanted to use the She Art \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collage-sheets?sort=pd.name\u0026amp;order=ASC\u0026amp;limit=100\"\u003etissue paper\u003c\/a\u003e for some time; the cute little dresses have so much potential! I decided to create a mini clothesline and use the Paper Mache Tri-fold House as the backdrop. What I ended up with: a fun project to display in a little girls room, an art studio, or why not the laundry room?\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Start by painting the paper mache housewith gesso and allow to dry. Once the gesso has dried, rub blue crayon over the middle section of the house and use a tissue or paper towel to blend it. I wanted the blue to look like a sky backdrop for the clothesline.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Cut out various dresses from the She Art Collage Tissue and mount them onto white paper. Cut out the images again, leaving a thin border of white.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Tear or cut small pieces of various polka dot and striped \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tapes\"\u003ewashi tapes\u003c\/a\u003e and attach them to the dresses. Using the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/canvas-corp-collection?limit=50\"\u003emini white clothespins\u003c\/a\u003e, and hang each dress onto a piece of black \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/twine\"\u003etwine\u003c\/a\u003e. Attach the line to the house with glue dots or a liquid adhesive.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Decorate the roof of each three house sections with the coordinating washi tape used on the dresses. Cut out your \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stickers-and-labels?sort=pd.name\u0026amp;order=ASC\u0026amp;limit=50\"\u003efavorite quotes\u003c\/a\u003e, mount them onto scrap pieces of the leftover tissue paper, and then glue them onto the top section of each house.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452476186775,"sku":"PROJ-0308","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0308__12249.1558393227.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746791769"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-poetic-cards-project","title":"Poetic Cards Project","description":"\u003cp\u003ePam Carriker's new stamps are the perfect way to add some mixed-media flair to your paper crafting projects. I decided to do some quick and easy mixed-media cards using the images of women from Pam's stamp line.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Start by misting\/spraying some white cardstock with the Cut Grass and Vibrant Turquoise Dylusions spray inks. Cut down the papers into smaller pieces, approximately 4\" x 5\". Stencil the letters on using the Letter Jumble stencil and Butternut acrylic paint. The paint will need a good 10-15 minutes to dry.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Once the paint has dried, stamp the Poetic Portrait images onto the pieces as you like, using black StazOn ink and an acrylic block.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Glue the pieces onto the dark blue cards from the blue card stacks and then add some small clip art text from ARTchix Studio’s Tell Me Another Story Collage Sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452476350615,"sku":"PROJ-0314","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0314__67045.1558393244.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746791780"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-midsummer-memories-project","title":"Midsummer Memories Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eBegin by painting the pages of the canvas stitched \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cards-and-journals\"\u003ebook\u003c\/a\u003ewith acrylic \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paints\"\u003epaint\u003c\/a\u003e. I primarily used a light blue and then added some white and teal in various areas to add some interest. Allow the paint to dry thoroughly.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Tear pieces of the terminology tissue wrap and glue to the pages using a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/adhesives-primers-and-mediums\"\u003egel medium\u003c\/a\u003e as adhesive. Print out your favorite pictures in black and white onto thin paper, cut out the images and tear if necessary. Glue the images over the tissue, leaving areas with the bold words obvious. Allow the pages to dry.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Add some simple strips of white \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/solid-tapes\"\u003ewashi and crafters tape \u003c\/a\u003eto the pictures as desired, using colors that accent and blend with the acrylic paint colors. Add some simple journaling on the tape on each page using a black permanent marker.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452476743831,"sku":"PROJ-0325","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0325__98496.1558393286.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746791804"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-the-earth-book-project","title":"The Earth book: Project by Audrey Hernandez","description":"\u003cp\u003eStart by measuring size of cover and use paper from the Cottage Garden packand a piece with a window and the tree paper. Randomly add blue acrylic paint to the center. Add three flowers randomly. Then add a printed word transparency to the center. Add crystals to the center of the flowers. On the right side add paint rub-ons. Then add a torn piece of paper to center with a black punched hole ripped paper and then sew on the nest\/eggs transparency from the Cottage Garden Trans 2 to the center with white thread. Then sew a heart around the eggs. Add the '2 for 15' at the top and then edge with black acrylic paint. Punch holes to match up to the book and attach to the cover.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452481527959,"sku":"PROJ-0466","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0466__19570.1558393838.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746792096"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-noel-star-person-project","title":"Noel Star Person Project by Marylinn Kelly","description":"\u003cp\u003eUsing the \"They Could Be Magic\" stamp- the letters for N O E L may be stamped, drawn with a stencil, created from die cuts...many choices. These were from a stencil, colored with a bright green pencil. The star person, stamped and cut out, was first glued to Embrace paper by designer Nancy Oh from Stampingtons artist papers, then glued to the card, slightly overlapping the O. A small sheer ribbon bow in similar color was added for visual interest. There is no inside message.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452481986711,"sku":"PROJ-0480","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0480__48207.1558393870.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746792117"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-stencil-kraft-postcards-project","title":"Stencil Kraft Postcards Project by Michelle Ward","description":"\u003cp\u003ePostcard No. 1: On Kraft postcard (4\" x 6\"), use Horizontal Fade stencil with black and white \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collections-claudine-hellmuth\"\u003eacrylic paint\u003c\/a\u003e, letting the brush get dirty and mix to gray so there is shift of dark to light with the descending circles. Using Damask Bordersstencil, pounce turquoise paint, then add in a little black. Outline damask pattern with white gel pen.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Postcard No. 2: On Kraft postcard (4\" x 6\"), use Damask Borders stencils with black \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paints\"\u003eacrylic paint\u003c\/a\u003e, overlay Horizontal Fade stencil with turquoise paint, outline damask patterns with white gel pen.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Postcard No. 3: On Kraft postcard (4\" x 6\"), take Damask Pattern stencil and brush heavily with black acrylic paint over scrap paper, flip stencil over and monoprint onto card for a reverse effect.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Postcard No. 4: On Kraft postcard (4\" x 6\"), brush surface with a mix of teal and black, overlay Damask Border stencil and brush through large pattern with turquoise. If the color doesn't have enough contrast to background add in a little gesso.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Postcard No. 5: On Kraft postcard (4\" x 6\"), paint background with a wash of turquoise, overlay Damask Border stencil and brush through small pattern with teal and black. Move stencil around and fill in blank areas with additional pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGuest artist Michelle Ward outlines step-by-step how to create stunning Kraft postcards using various designs from her new 9 X 12 stencil collection.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452511936663,"sku":"PROJ-0707","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0707__42030.1558398828.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746792684"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-let-not-one-drop-be-wasted-experimenting-with-dyan-reaveleys-dylusions-journal-project","title":"Let Not One Drop Be Wasted ... Experimenting With Dyan Reaveley€™s Dylusions Journal Project by Christen Olivarez","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe’ve had some fun playing and experimenting with one of our newest additions to \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/the-shoppe-at-somerset\"\u003eThe Shoppe\u003c\/a\u003e: Dyan Reaveley’s Dylusions Journal. Here’s what our Director of Publishing, Christen Olivarez, has to say about her journal, so far (be sure to check out her work-in progress in the additional images below for some more unique journaling ideas):\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cc8108;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: georgia,serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLikes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Dylusions Creative Journal is by far the sturdiest art journal I’ve seen. It stands up to an incredible amount of water and variety of mediums with no warping.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eI love the way that is bound, because I find myself getting bothered by the spiral binding that other journals use.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eI love the ephemera pocket that is included, but I did notice that if you don’t cover it up, the folder can fall victim to “over spray” since it does stick out of the journal at the top!\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMy favorite way to start a page is to completely cover it with water using the Ranger Mini Misters. I then pick two to three colors of the Dylusions Spray inks and spray them randomly onto the page. Then, I run a roll of paper towels over the paper once, picking up the excess water and ink. This also helps to blend it. These paper towels can be saved to use in later projects because they look so awesome covered in different colors of inks.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOnce the page is dry, I either use stamps to add more interest to the page, or I use stencils and spray inks. When I use the stencils, after I’ve sprayed ink onto the page, I place the wet stencil on a different page in my journal. This is a great way to “accidentally” build a page as well as to ensure that little to no ink gets wasted.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452512493719,"sku":"PROJ-0719","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0719__11934.1558398884.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746792713"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-everyday-elegance-necklace-project","title":"Everyday Elegance Necklace Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eStart by cutting out the triangle metal shape using the aluminum metal sheets and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/jewelry-making\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etriangle dies\u003c\/a\u003e with the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/jewelry-making\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eArtisan X-plorer\u003c\/a\u003e machine. The machine comes with instructions and is very easy to use. What is really neat is that it takes up very little space in your crafting area. It’s small and compact, and the dies are also very easy to store.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAfter you have cut out the triangles, you can then emboss them using an interlock embossing plate. Once your triangle is embossed, place it on a non-stick craft sheet and give it a coat with Vintaj Patina paint. I used the light blue. I also used pink patina on the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/jewelry-making\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehobnail bezel\u003c\/a\u003e. Allow the pieces to dry. Once they have dried, give them a light coat with the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/jewelry-making\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eVintaj Glaze\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdd a dab of ICE Resin to the bezel and stick the triangle inside. Add another dab of ICE Resin to the back of a Prima Marketing Romance button and glue the button to the center of the bezel. Attach the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/jewelry-making\" target=\"\"\u003echain\u003c\/a\u003e to the bezel with a jump ring.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYou can create additional pieces like coordinating earrings using other triangles, and can also fill in the bezel with ICE Resin.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452514197655,"sku":"PROJ-0765","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0765__50637.1672879120.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746792804"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-fly-journal-page-project","title":"Fly Journal Page Project by Pam Carriker","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/somerset-studio\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSomerset Studio\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e artist, Pam Carriker, showcases her extraordinary talent for creating mixed-media artwork in this vibrant project. Coordinating perfectly with her new line of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/art-stamps-pam-carriker\"\u003ecling mount stamps\u003c\/a\u003e, Pam uses unique \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/index.php?route=product\/search\u0026amp;filter_name=stencil%20girl\"\u003estencils by Stencil Girl\u003c\/a\u003e to create an artistic and edgy journal page, infused with turquoise and emerald hues and layers of intricate painted details.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTo create your own art journal pages, you will need a few basic art journaling supplies. Pam used a 90lb hot press watercolor paper journal page, but you can try using a moleskine or the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cards-and-journals\"\u003eDyan Reaveley Creative Journal\u003c\/a\u003e for a similar effect without the expense.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTry layering some vintage text onto your background using a medium of your choice for adhesive. Paint over the text using various \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paints\"\u003eacrylic paint colors\u003c\/a\u003e, blending them on various parts of the page. To create a more transparent effect with the paint you can try diluting it with water or use watercolor paints for softer and more fluid strokes.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOnce the paint has dried, stamp the wing onto the page, using either white acrylic paint or white gesso. Write ideas that strike your fancy or encourage your heart with your favorite \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/artist-pens-and-markers\"\u003eart journaling pens\u003c\/a\u003e, and for a bold accent against your bright colors, you can experiment with the white \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/index.php?route=product\/search\u0026amp;filter_name=inkssentials\"\u003einkssentials\u003c\/a\u003e pen to make your pages pop.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: times new roman,times,serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cc8108;\"\u003eAbout the Artist:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Mixed-media artist Pam Carriker is also an instructor and author of two bestsellers \"Art at the Speed of Life\" and \"Creating Art at the Speed of Life.\" She also writes a regular column in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/art-journaling\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eArt Journaling\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, titled \"Art Journaling at the Speed of Life.\" To learn more about Pam, visit her on her website at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/pamcarriker.com\/\" rel=\"no follow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePamCarriker.com\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452514427031,"sku":"PROJ-0770","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0770__72345.1558399895.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746792815"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-vintage-number-buckets-inspiration-project","title":"Vintage Number Buckets Inspiration Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Green Vintage Number Buckets have so much potential for home décor, parties and more. Explore three unique ways to use this classic caddy set:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e 1) First, for our artsy friends, we've prepared an “art caddy” filled with essential crafting supplies — such an elegant and artistic way to \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/boxes-and-storage-tins\/\"\u003estore your favorite items\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e 2) Next, we've curated a Halloween candy storage idea using the buckets. The green and black hues on the buckets coordinate well with seasonal goodies for a tasteful \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collections-color-palettes\/\"\u003ecolor palette\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e 3) Another simple way to use each bucket is to transform them into a group of mini vases. Fill with fresh baby's breath or a floral pick from your garden and sprinkle a little water in them for an elegant window sill or table display.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Read more about this project at Somerset Place and let us know — what will you fill your vintage buckets with?\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452515180695,"sku":"PROJ-0791","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0791__37015.1558400468.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746792858"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-gratitude-art-journal-page-project","title":"Gratitude Art Journal Page Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cards-and-journals\"\u003eDyan Reaveley journal\u003c\/a\u003e pages are functional and constructed with quality materials, fit to hold all your artistic musings no matter what medium you create with. Inspired by the colorful new book \"Art Doodle Love\", our Shoppe Manager Vanessa Spencer creates a vibrant journal page in her Dyan Reaveley journal with a pop of color and fun patterns.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e She starts by stenciling the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stencils\"\u003eDiamonds Stencil\u003c\/a\u003e design onto the left page with a bright purple paint, and then paints various parts of the two pages with the purple and a rich \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collections-claudine-hellmuth\"\u003eteal paint\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \"After drying, the paint appeared far too bright for me so I actually decided to do some 'covering up' with a few layers,\" says Vanessa.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e She glues down some torn vintage ledger paper on parts of both pages, then mixes some \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/adhesives-primers-and-mediums\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eclear gesso\u003c\/a\u003e with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paints\" target=\"\"\u003eyellow acrylic paint\u003c\/a\u003e and paints over the “brightness” of the other colors. The clear gesso mixture with the yellow acrylic paint (when dry) creates a really nice “tooth” for journaling, especially with a pencil. Once the yellow has dried she adds a very small amount of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paints\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewhite acrylic paint\u003c\/a\u003e in a few areas.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e To add more texture and interest, Vanessa stencils parts of the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stencils\"\u003eHexagon Stencil\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stencils\"\u003eWell Rounded Stencil\u003c\/a\u003e using a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paints\" target=\"\"\u003elight blue acrylic paint\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e After the paint dries, she stamps the large \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/clearly-impressed-stamps\" target=\"\"\u003eCircle Clear Stamp\u003c\/a\u003e with black StazOn onto some of the outer edges of the pages. She experiments with stamps and spells “Gratitude” onto the bottom of the right page using the letters from the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/art-stamps-clearly-impressed\"\u003eScratch Alphabet Clear Stamp Set\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e To tie all the artistic elements together, Vanessa adds a touch of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/washi-tapes\" target=\"\"\u003ewashi tape\u003c\/a\u003e on select areas of the pages.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Whether it’s daily, monthly or just every now and then; journal on your “Gratitude” page and write down what you are thankful for to be reminded of your blessings, great and small.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ctable style=\"border: thin dotted #990000; width: 575px;\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"5\" cellpadding=\"5\" align=\"center\"\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #98996d; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: xx-small;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou will also\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #990000; font-size: 18px;\"\u003e?\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ethis publication:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd align=\"center\" width=\"100%\"\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"center\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/Art-Journaling-Autumn-2013\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-87od2q0wh1\/image\/data\/issueImages\/1JOU-1304-Art-Journaling-Autumn-2013-Pre-Order.jpg\" alt=\"Art Journaling Autumn 2013\" height=\"130\" border=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452515278999,"sku":"PROJ-0794","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0794__94172.1558400530.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746792867"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-wild-for-wooden-embellishments-project","title":"Wild for Wooden Embellishments Project by Christen Olivarez","description":"\u003cp\u003eI’ve been absolutely charmed by laser-cut wooden embellishments since I first laid eyes on them. As a lover of all things rustic, I took an instant liking to the plain wood surface. They’re great to use as they are, but there is so much more you can do with them.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Keeping true to their wooden nature, I applied Diamond Glaze to one of the flower shapes. Once dry, I simply threaded a chain through one of the openings and instantly had a fashionable necklace. You could also get a faux enamel effect by painting the shape and then applying the Diamond Glaze. The choice is yours.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The plain surface is ideal for a variety of mediums, especially paint. They just need one coat of paint to turn them any color you desire. A word of caution though: Apply paint with a light hand, as once paint gets into the crevices, it can be hard to get out. Tie the shapes to a gift and you get a one-of-a-kind topper, perfect to dress up even the plainest of packaging. The surface also takes stamps well, especially those with designs on the side And speaking of packaging, these embellishments come in cute, little wooden boxes that can be used long after all the shapes are gone. The size is perfect for altering. At such a great price, this is a product you can’t afford not to pick up and play with!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452515410071,"sku":"PROJ-0798","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0798__06189.1558400552.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746792877"},{"product_id":"repurposed-frame-earring-display-project","title":"Repurposed Frame Earring Display Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eCreate a quick and easy, yet artistic earring display using the new, multifaceted \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/wire-forms\"\u003eMD metal sheets\u003c\/a\u003e. With so many patterns to choose from, Vanessa picked the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/wire-forms\"\u003eUnion Jack design\u003c\/a\u003e for this project.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e For the frame, Vanessa found an inexpensive design from a local thrift store. Once you've found a frame in the design and size you want, remove the glass and paint it. For the same mint green that Vanessa uses, mix some green and white \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paints\"\u003eacrylic paints\u003c\/a\u003e until you find the desired color. Allow the frame to dry.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Use the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tools-of-the-trade\"\u003ehobby shears\u003c\/a\u003e, and cut the metal sheet to size to fit the frame. Vanessa painted part of the cut metal sheet with white paint to add a bit of interest. Place the metal sheet inside the frame and secure the back. You can hang it as is, or alternatively use \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ribbon\"\u003eseam binding ribbon\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/twine\"\u003etwine\u003c\/a\u003e to hang it.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Lastly, you can place your favorite earrings on the frame to display creatively, simple as that!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452520620183,"sku":"PROJ-0839","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0839__78619.1558401570.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746792968"},{"product_id":"listen-to-your-inner-voice-art-journal-project","title":"Listen to Your Inner Voice Art Journal Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cards-and-journals\"\u003eSmall Dylusions Journal\u003c\/a\u003e provides a more compact size canvas, which for me is sometimes easier and a lot less intimidating than trying to fill up larger journal pages. It’s also really useful for art journaling on the go. I can carry this smaller-sized journal almost anywhere which gives me a better place to doodle, jot down thoughts, and create — as opposed to what I usually do, which is just using bits of loose paper, napkins, and whatever else I can get my hands on.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e For this project, I decided to do a two page spread, and I started by gluing some torn pieces of decorative \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tissue-and-transparencies\"\u003etissue paper\u003c\/a\u003e directly onto the pages. Once I was done pasting, I watered down some light blue \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paints\"\u003eacrylic paint\u003c\/a\u003e and painted both pages. I wasn’t entirely happy with the blue, so I decided to spritz the pages with the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/spray-inks\"\u003ePolished Jade Dylusions spray ink\u003c\/a\u003e to add a little depth. I was really pleased with the result. The spray ink fell unevenly and it gave my journal pages a lovely weathered look.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Once the paint and ink spray dried, I selected one of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dina-wakley-collection\"\u003eDina Wakley’s\u003c\/a\u003e new Media Masks and a light green acrylic paint. Using a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/color-tools\"\u003efoam brush\u003c\/a\u003e, I stenciled the leaf design onto both pages of my journal. After the green paint had dried, I used a dark green \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chalks-and-colored-pencils\"\u003eFaber Castell crayon\u003c\/a\u003e and drew around the edges of some of the leaves to add more dimension and bring them to life.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e I wanted to add something a little different, so I used some \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/solid-tapes\"\u003ewhite washi\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/patterned-tapes?limit=100\"\u003enewsprint design washi\u003c\/a\u003e in various areas for a subtle accent. I also stenciled in my uplifting quote, “Listen to Your Inner Voice,” using the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dina-wakley-collection\"\u003eaffirmations stencil\u003c\/a\u003e and a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/artist-pens-and-markers?limit=100\"\u003eblack fine point pen\u003c\/a\u003e, and added \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collections-tim-holtz?page=4\"\u003echitchat stickers\u003c\/a\u003e to vary the font styles. From here, you can continue to journal or embellish the pages as desired.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452522094743,"sku":"PROJ-0854","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0854__14368.1558401864.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746793006"},{"product_id":"glimmer-gift-packages-project","title":"Glimmer Gift Packages Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese glittery packages are sure to sparkle at your next event — be it a wedding, baby shower, bridal party, or other special occasion.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e To begin, it’s best to stamp on the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stickers-and-labels\"\u003ekraft circle stickers\u003c\/a\u003e before you peel them off. I used the number 2 stamp from the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rubber-art-stamps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCavallini \u0026amp; Co. Curiosities Mini Rubber Stamp Set\u003c\/a\u003e with some \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/inkpads-and-cleaners\"\u003eBrown StazOn Ink\u003c\/a\u003e. Next, wrap a piece of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/solid-tapes\"\u003ewhite washi tape\u003c\/a\u003e around the Cosmo Cricket \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bags-tags-and-sleeves\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWhat A Treat Bags\u003c\/a\u003e. After that, tie a long piece of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ribbons-and-fibers\" target=\"_blank\"\u003egold twine\u003c\/a\u003e around the outside of the bag, wrapping it around the bag about three times and securing it with a pretty knot on the back side. Finally, place the stamped kraft sticker over the twine at the center of the bag.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Use some fancy mint colored chiffona specialty paper from the Cosmo Cricket \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tissue-and-transparencies?limit=100\"\u003eShe’s Got Tissue Collection\u003c\/a\u003e, and artfully stuff the bag. Now all you have to do is fill your bag with tasty treats or homemade gifts. As a final touch, you can creatively display the treat bags in groups by placing them inside an attractive basket or box.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452522487959,"sku":"PROJ-0864","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0864__35709.1558402035.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746793024"},{"product_id":"postmarked-packages-project","title":"Postmarked Packages Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eQuick and easy stamped packages like these can be used for any special event. Fill them with goodies for a bridal party, baby shower, birthday celebration, or any other occasion.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003ePostmarked Packages Project Tutorial:\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eStamp the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bags-tags-and-sleeves\/\"\u003ekraft paper bags\u003c\/a\u003e with Christine Adolph’s \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rubber-art-stamps\"\u003ecancellation stamp\u003c\/a\u003e using brown ink. Make sure to stamp paper bags before filling them up with treats and gifts. It’s a lot easier to stamp on a flat surface!\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Next, wrap each package with some richly colored seam binding ribbon and gold baker's twine. You could add any additional embellishments or elements to personalize the bags with names. Display them all in a creative basket or container on your party table.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452523176087,"sku":"PROJ-0880","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0880__67282.1558402315.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746793060"},{"product_id":"made-for-another-world-art-journal-project","title":"Made For Another World Art Journal Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhen I snapped this photo of my daughter following her evening bath one night, I immediately knew that I wanted to use it in an art journaling project. The way she is posed — as though she’s flying — brought to mind one of my favorite quotes by C.S. Lewis, whose books have always delighted and inspired me. I wanted to capture the whimsy that this picture represents, as well as keep the pages messy and full of childlike abandon.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eMade for Another World Art Journal Project Tutorial:\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eTo achieve a beautiful but messy burst of colors, I chose to use Dyan Reaveley’s \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/spray-inks?limit=100\"\u003eDylusions Spray Inks\u003c\/a\u003e. If you’ve ever had the pleasure of meeting Dyan then you know she’s the very definition of whimsy and childlike abandon — her product line is such a true representation of her playful personality, with bright hues and cartoonish designs. Having just ordered Dylusions White Linen Spray Ink for the Shoppe at Somerset, I wanted to test it out against a bright turquoise and lime background.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e I started by spraying my pages with water (a trick I learned from Dyan earlier this year), and followed by spraying Vibrant Turquoise, Fresh Lime, and Polished Jade Spray Inks all over the page. I then went over the pages with a full paper towel roll, dabbing away the excess ink.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e I adhered the photo to the left page, and then layered several \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stencils?limit=100\"\u003estencils\u003c\/a\u003e onto both pages, spraying them with white ink. Next, I used a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/the-shoppe-ranger?limit=50\"\u003eheat tool\u003c\/a\u003e to dry the pages a little bit, and then I added various patterned tapes to both pages.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e I layered more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stencils?limit=100\"\u003estencils\u003c\/a\u003e onto the pages and sprayed them, with both ink and water. I stamped \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/art-stamps-clearly-impressed?limit=50\u0026amp;page=2\"\u003ecircles\u003c\/a\u003e onto the right-hand page with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/inkpads-and-cleaners?limit=100\"\u003epermanent black ink\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e To finish I printed out the quote by C.S. Lewis, cut out the words, and glued them to the journal’s pages with Dina Wakley’s artist-quality \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dina-wakley-collection?limit=100\"\u003egel medium\u003c\/a\u003e. When everything had dried, I traced around the words with a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/artist-pens-and-markers?limit=100\"\u003eblack journaling pen\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ctable style=\"border: thin dotted #990000; width: 575px;\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"5\" cellpadding=\"5\" align=\"center\"\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #98996d; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: xx-small;\"\u003eYou will also \u003cspan style=\"color: #990000; font-size: 18px;\"\u003e?\u003c\/span\u003e these publications: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd align=\"center\" width=\"50%\"\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"center\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/Art-Journaling-Summer-2014\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-87od2q0wh1\/image\/data\/issueImages\/1JOU-1403-Art-Journaling-Summer-2014.jpg\" alt=\"Art Journaling Summer 2014\" height=\"130\" border=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"center\" width=\"50%\"\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"center\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/Somerset-Studio-July-Aug-2014\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-87od2q0wh1\/image\/data\/issueImages\/1SOM-1404-Somerset-Studio-July-Aug-2014.jpg\" alt=\"Somerset Studio Jul\/Aug 2014\" height=\"130\" border=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452523208855,"sku":"PROJ-0881","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0881__56946.1558402342.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746793064"},{"product_id":"metal-stamped-dog-tag-project","title":"Metal Stamped Dog Tag Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eUnleash a new world of creative possibilities with our Steel Letter and Number Stamp Set. Use them to embellish metal, leather, or wax and add a creative touch to all your mixed-media projects or wearable pieces. In this project, we stamped \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/jewelry-making\" target=\"_blank\"\u003edog tags\u003c\/a\u003e with inspirational words to created one-of-a-kind necklaces.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eMetal Stamped Dog Tag Project Tutorial:\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdhere a dog tag of your choice to a stamping block with tape. (We used \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/washi-tapes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewashi tape\u003c\/a\u003e, since it doesn’t leave any residue).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Carefully position each stamp on the tag, and then firmly hit it with a steel hammer once. Do not hit the stamp more than one time because that will cause a shadow effect.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Repeat for all letters, and then attach \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ribbons-and-fibers\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eseam binding ribbon\u003c\/a\u003e in your desired color.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452523241623,"sku":"PROJ-0882","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0882__58390.1558402348.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746793067"},{"product_id":"past-present-future-art-journal-page-project","title":"Past, Present, Future Art Journal Page Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhat I love most about art journaling is that there are no mistakes. It’s the perfect place to try out a new technique, play with colors, or simply experiment with a new product. Most importantly, I just try to have fun and not overthink the process.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e When I first saw Stencil Girl’s new collection of stencils by Seth Apter, there was one that really spoke to me — Past, Present, Future. I knew instantly that I wanted to use it to create an art journal page, while also experimenting with texture paste and acrylic paint.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003ePast, Present, Future Art Journal Page Instructions:\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eFirst, coat the surface of your \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cards-and-journals\"\u003ejournal page\u003c\/a\u003e with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/adhesives-primers-and-mediums\"\u003eblack gesso\u003c\/a\u003e, and let dry. Use a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/the-shoppe-ranger?page=2\"\u003eheat gun\u003c\/a\u003e to speed up the drying process.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Add a light layer of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paints\"\u003eDina Wakley Media Heavy Body Acrylic Paint\u003c\/a\u003e in Turquoise, Sky, and Lime. Use a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/punches-and-paper-crafting-tools?limit=25\"\u003ebrayer\u003c\/a\u003e to create a little texture and to help spread the paint onto the page. Use your \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/the-shoppe-ranger?page=2\"\u003eheat gun\u003c\/a\u003e to speed up the drying process.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Continue adding layers of paint using your fingers until you are satisfied with your composition, and remember, it’s an art journal page, so have fun and don’t overthink the process. While the page is still wet, add a bit of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paints\"\u003ewhite paint\u003c\/a\u003e to help mute some of the colors and to add a bit of contrast.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Cut out strips of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paper-collections\"\u003epatterned paper\u003c\/a\u003e and adhere to the page with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/adhesives-primers-and-mediums\"\u003egel medium\u003c\/a\u003e. Once set, coat the entire page with gel medium, and let dry.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Randomly \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collections-claudine-hellmuth?page=2\"\u003estamp circles\u003c\/a\u003e using \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/inkpads-and-cleaners\"\u003epermanent black ink\u003c\/a\u003e. Use paint and small lids, credit cards, wooden skewers, or any other found objects to add extra color and texture.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Mix \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/the-shoppe-ranger\"\u003etexture paste\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dina-wakley-collection\"\u003eNight acrylic paint\u003c\/a\u003e using a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/color-tools\"\u003epalette knife\u003c\/a\u003e, then stencil on the words “past, present, future,” and the word “within” from \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stencils\"\u003eStencil Girl’s Past Present Future Stencil by Seth Apter\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Once your stenciled words are dry, add splatters of black paint.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Finally, journal away! Add an inspirational quote, write your favorite song lyrics, or pencil in a poem.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ctable style=\"border: thin dotted #990000; width: 575px;\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"5\" cellpadding=\"5\" align=\"center\"\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd colspan=\"4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #98996d; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: xx-small;\"\u003eYou will also \u003cspan style=\"color: #990000; font-size: 18px;\"\u003e?\u003c\/span\u003e these publications: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd align=\"center\" width=\"25%\"\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"center\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/Art-Journaling-Autumn-2014\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-87od2q0wh1\/image\/data\/issueImages\/1JOU-1404-Art-Journaling-Autumn-2014.jpg\" alt=\"Art Journaling Autumn 2014\" height=\"130\" border=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"center\" width=\"25%\"\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"center\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/Somerset-Studio-Sep-Oct-2014\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-87od2q0wh1\/image\/data\/issueImages\/1SOM-1405-Somerset-Studio-Sept-Oct-2014.jpg\" alt=\"Somerset Studio Sept\/Oct 2014\" height=\"130\" border=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"center\" width=\"25%\"\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"center\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/Somerset-Studio-Gallery-Summer-2014\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-87od2q0wh1\/image\/data\/issueImages\/1SOM-GAL1402-Somerset-Studio-Gallery-Summer-2014.jpg\" alt=\"Somerset Gallery Summer 2014\" height=\"130\" border=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"center\" width=\"25%\"\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"center\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/Somerset-Apprentice-Autumn-2014\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-87od2q0wh1\/image\/data\/issueImages\/1APP-1402-Somerset-Apprentice-Autumn-2014.jpg\" alt=\"Somerset Apprentice Autumn 2014\" height=\"130\" border=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452523864215,"sku":"PROJ-0900","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0900__29711.1558402614.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746793112"},{"product_id":"the-grungy-canvas-a-dina-wakley-inspired-project","title":"The Grungy Canvas— A Dina Wakley Inspired Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eI love nothing more than learning new ways to paint or collage a canvas, which is why I love art books so much. They are a much more affordable way to learn a new technique than a workshop or online class.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhen Dina’s book, \"Art Journal Courage,\" arrived in our offices, I was immediately inspired. I already was a fan of her work, so I jumped at the chance to create a project for The Shoppe at Somerset that uses a technique straight out of her book.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Grungy Canvas — A Dina Wakley Inspired Project \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirections\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003ePrime the canvas with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/adhesives-primers-and-mediums\" target=\"\"\u003egesso\u003c\/a\u003e. Let dry.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStart applying layers of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paints\" target=\"\"\u003eacrylic paint\u003c\/a\u003e in turquoise and light blue using your fingers and a dry \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/color-tools\" target=\"\"\u003efoam brush\u003c\/a\u003e to give the background a more organic feel.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNext, apply green acrylic paint in the same manner. Using a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/color-tools\" target=\"\"\u003epalette knife\u003c\/a\u003e, randomly apply white gesso to create a little variation.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOnce all of the paint dries, stamp \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rubber-art-stamps\" target=\"\"\u003eGrungy Circles Cling Mount Stamp\u003c\/a\u003e with black permanent ink.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStamp \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rubber-art-stamps\" target=\"\"\u003eGrungy Silhouette Cling Mount\u003c\/a\u003e onto white cardstock with black permanent ink, and cut out.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTo finish, glue two strips of vintage text and the cut out of the Grungy Silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ctable style=\"border: thin dotted #990000; width: 593px;\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"5\" cellpadding=\"5\" align=\"center\"\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd colspan=\"4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #98996d; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: xx-small;\"\u003eYou will also \u003cspan style=\"color: #990000; font-size: 18px;\"\u003e?\u003c\/span\u003e these publications:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr style=\"vertical-align: top;\"\u003e \u003ctd align=\"center\" width=\"50%\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/somerset-apprentice\/Somerset-Apprentice-Spring-2015\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"width: 130px; height: 130px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-87od2q0wh1\/image\/cache\/data\/issueImages\/1APP-1501-Somerset-Apprentice-Spring-2015-600x600.jpg\" alt=\"Somerset Apprentice Spring 2015\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd align=\"center\" width=\"50%\"\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/somerset-gallery\/Somerset-Studio-Gallery-Winter-2015\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; width: 130px; height: 130px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-87od2q0wh1\/image\/cache\/data\/issueImages\/1SOM-GAL1501-Somerset-Studio-Gallery-Winter-2015-600x600.jpg\" alt=\"Somerset Studio Gallery Winter 2015\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/Somerset-Studio-Jan-Feb-2015\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"width: 130px; height: 130px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-87od2q0wh1\/image\/cache\/data\/issueImages\/1SOM-1501-Somerset-Studio-Winter-2015-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Somerset Home 2015\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/Somerset-Studio-Nov-Dec-2014\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"width: 130px; height: 130px;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-87od2q0wh1\/image\/cache\/data\/issueImages\/1SOM-1406-Somerset-Studio-Nov-Dec-2015-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Somerset Life Winter 2015\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452525666455,"sku":"PROJ-0943","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0943__19254.1558403318.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746793225"},{"product_id":"positive-affirmations-tag-project","title":"Positive Affirmations Tag Project","description":"\u003cp\u003e“You have to make room for growth.” It’s a simple sentiment, but it holds some powerful meaning. With every challenge that is overcome, the bad is pushed aside for the new, better you. Dina Wakley Media's new stamp set, Positive Women, inspires women to be strong and grow. These tags are perfect for topping a gift to my niece and reminding her to be the strong, beautiful young woman I know she is. For anyone who needs a gentle reminder: These tags can be hung from a car mirror, pinned to a bulletin board, or tucked in a purse to offer inspiration throughout the day.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003ePositive Affirmations Tag Project Directions:\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eFirst, quickly dry brush \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mixed-media-supplies\/\"\u003eDina Wakley’s lime green paint\u003c\/a\u003e onto three \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bags-tags-and-sleeves\/\"\u003ewhite tags\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNext, randomly apply blackberry violet paint in the same manner.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stencils\/\"\u003eHarlequin Circles stencil\u003c\/a\u003e, stencil circles with blackberry violet paint, and dots with turquoise paint using the mini ink blendind tool\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhile the tags dry, stamp \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rubber-art-stamps\"\u003eDina Wakley’s Positive Women\u003c\/a\u003e onto a separate piece of paper with black permanent ink. Let dry, and cut out.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGlue the girls to each tag.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rubber-art-stamps\"\u003eStamp\u003c\/a\u003e texture from Positive Women set with permanent black ink.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452525961367,"sku":"PROJ-0952","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0952__72161.1558403445.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746793250"},{"product_id":"free-how-to-project-be-still-amazing-alterables-project","title":"Be Still: Amazing Alterables Project","description":"\u003cp\u003eInspiration can be a funny thing. It can be fickle and fleeting, and as artists, we learn to flow with its ebbs and flows over time. While the process never gets easier, I have learned to accept what I can't change. This might mean that a project I once had a vision for never gets completed, or I have a surge of energy and am able to complete multiple pieces at one time.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis piece originally came to me a few months back. I started the project with an idea in mind, but felt blocked, uncertain, and not ready to complete it. It sat on the shelf in my office for weeks, until inspiration struck last week.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhile I was busy over-thinking ways to finish it, the piece spoke to me. By simply adding a rustic tin heart and the words “Be Still,” the project was complete.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eBe Still Amazing Alterables Project Directions:\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eCollage Melange Tissue Wrap onto the body and arms of the Amazing Alterable, attaching with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mixed-media-supplies\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003egel medium\u003c\/a\u003e. Set aside to dry.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePaint the remaining pieces with white \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mixed-media-supplies\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDistress Paint\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUse a dry foam brush to apply turquoise \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mixed-media-supplies\/?page=3\"\u003epaint\u003c\/a\u003e to lightly coat all of the pieces. Add highlights of yellow Distress Paint.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGlue \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collections-tim-holtz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSprocket Gear\u003c\/a\u003e to the body, and then attach the face.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOnce the head is dry, glue all of the pieces together with gel medium.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdorn the alterable with pearl embellishments.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGlue \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collections-tim-holtz\"\u003eChitChat Words Stickers\u003c\/a\u003e to the center of the tin heart. Glue the tin heart to the center of the body.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Projects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452526485655,"sku":"PROJ-0967","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/5546\/3319\/files\/PROJ-0967__15045.1558403625.1280.1280.jpg?v=1746793287"}],"url":"https:\/\/stampington.live\/collections\/teal-turquoise-green-collection.oembed","provider":"Stampington \u0026 Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}