Final Project for SaCrafters

Dear readers,

Today I'm sharing my last project for SaCrafters.

Like all good things, it has to come to an end. The past 6 months has been really wonderful; a great honor to be part of SaCrafters Design Team and I had an awesome time playing with all the lovely chipboards and wood products.

So on my last project, I thought I scrap a layout on my headshot photo....a remembrance for my scrapping album that I have been on a great team :)

So this is the layout! I have to confess that I have used many SaCrafters items on this layout as I was trying to showcase as many items as possible into one single layout.

Here are some close up shots on the layout.

Do check out my 7mins from start to end video tutorial

Here are the direct link to SaCrafters items used:

C-miscellaneous no.2

http://www.sacrafters.com/product/c-miscellaneous-no-2/

Wood photo frames-dream, sweet heart

http://www.sacrafters.com/product/wood-photo-frames-dream-sweet-heart/

C-gears

http://www.sacrafters.com/product/c-gears/

C-Paper clips-12 pcs

http://www.sacrafters.com/product/c-paper-clips-12-pcs/

Wooden numbers 0-9

http://www.sacrafters.com/product/wooden-numbers-0-9/

And the list of other supplies used to create this layout:

Pattern Papers - Studio Calico

Mediums
Daler Rowney White Gesso
Prima Marketing Color Bloom Spray - Tangerine, Peony, Glistening Waves, Soft Teal, Emerald
Prima  Marketing Watercolor Pencils - Scenic Route Collection #9 and #61
Prima Marketing Heavy Black Gesso
13Arts Ayeeda Paint - Matte Turquoise, Matte Berry
Tim Holtz Distress Ink - Tea Dye
Tim Holtz Distress Paint - Spun Sugar
Staz On - Jet Black

Embellishments
Prima Marketing - Butterfly and Resins
Flowers - my own
Strings - my own

Stamps
Kaisercraft - The LakeHouse Collection
Kaisercraft - Love Notes Collection
Tim Holtz - Stampers Anonymous Mini Orantes

Tools
3-in-1 Beacon Glue
X-press It Clear Gel Glue
Making Memories Edge Distresser
Ranger Ink Blending Tool
Paint Brush

So that officially ends my stint with SaCrafters. Do continue to check back regularly as I have some news for July!

Happy Crafting!

An Altered Photo Frame for Father's Day

Hi everyone,

We all know that Mothers usually get lots of attention on Mother's Day.

Did you remember that Father's Day is just about 3 weeks away? If you have not figure out what to give to your dearest, here's a simple photo frame from Ikea which I have altered.

This is a fun, cool and cheery looking frame....most important NO flowers. Daddy can proudly display it in his office and I'm sure it will brighten his day with such a cute pop up photo :)

Here are more close up shots

Do take some time to check out a short 3 mins video. It's really fun and easy to make one with your kids. Children are very creative and I'm sure they can come up with awesome patterns. They will surely enjoy doodling.

These are the direct link to SaCrafters chipboards used.
Do remember to use my discount code priscillafans for a 10% discount during check out.

Greatest Dad: http://www.sacrafters.com/product/chipboard-tittle-sentiment-greatest-dad/
Gears: http://www.sacrafters.com/product/c-gears/

Thank you for popping by my blog and Happy Crafting!

Mixed Media Canvas - You Are My Treasure

Hi everyone, 

Today I'm popping by to share a canvas I have altered for SaCrafters. 

Like all mummies, we are clicking away on our cameras capturing precious moments with our lovely kids whenever we get the chance....So here's one of my favourite photo....Happy Mother's Day to all :)

Here's more close up photos for a better look on the layering and textures and you might have spotted some really old stash; layered stickers from K & Company. Yes I have been hoarding these for some years and finally decided to use them :)

  

   

Like what you see....Catch my 15mins video here for the whole process of how I created this canvas. Do feel free to leave some lovely comments.

And if you would like to get your hands on some of the lovely chipboards and stencils, these are the direct link to SaCrafters supplies used. Remember to use my discount code during check out for a 10% discount. Discount code: priscillafans 

Endearment Sentiments Set 1: http://www.sacrafters.com/product/endearment-sentiments-set-1/

C Flourish Frame: http://www.sacrafters.com/product/c-flourish-frame/

C Square Frames: http://www.sacrafters.com/product/c-square-frames-2pcs/
6x6 Clocks Stencil: http://www.sacrafters.com/product/6x6-clocks-stencil-no-1/
6x6 Fancy Flowers: http://www.sacrafters.com/product/6x6-fancy-flowers-stencil/

Thank you and Happy Crafting.

Mixed Media Canvas for SaCrafters - Spread Your Wings & Fly

Hi everyone,

I hope everyone is doing good so far. I have recently taken on a new job and I know that it's gonna be an exciting journey for me. I should have more time with my kid and getting to work is a breeze when it's just 10mins drive away. So big "yay" to no more traffic jams! :)

This canvas was completed some time back when I resigned from my previous company....wanted to give a message to myself....remember to Spread Your Wings & Fly!

Lots of thoughts have been put into creating this canvas cause I want it to be a very meaningful piece.

• Lace Flowers; signifying to bloom and grow
• The big gear behind the brush acts as the sun, hence the way I spread the premixed gel medium giving an illusion of sun rays.
• Of course I need wings to fly, I put on a double wing reminding me of a butterfly. Meaning it's time to evolve!
• Lastly, the paint brush. I could have put in a mini broom stick like the Harry Potter Nimbus 2000 if I could find one. So the closest I could play with is a paint brush :)

Here are so close up photos before you scroll on to my video tutorial.

Here's my video tutorial.

I hope you like my video. These are the direct link to SaCrafters supplies used on this canvas. Do remember to apply my discount code priscillafans for a 10% discount during check out.
Wood Gears: http://www.sacrafters.com/product/wood-gears/
Wood wings: http://www.sacrafters.com/product/w-saxy-lily-ornaments-2pcs/

Other supplies used:
Prima Marketing Chalkboard Paint in Antique Pink and Sea Breeze
Prima Marketing Chalk Ink in Dusty Attic
Newton and Winsor Gel Medium with medium beads
13arts Glass Microspheres, Silver Glitter paint and Gold Glitter paint
Webster's Pages - Metal key
Tattered Angels Glimmer Glam Paint in Chandelier
Tattered Angels Glimmer Mist in Silver Sugar
Martha Stewart Glitter Paint in Sugar Cube
Laces and metal wings my own

Feel free to leave any comments and Happy Crafting!

Altered Jewelry Box

Hi everyone,

Another altered item!!....well well I had my fair share of fun with canvas and layouts recently. So today I'm going to showcase an altered jewelry box :)

I picked up this box from a local craft shop some time back. Below is the finished product. Love the rustic look! Scroll down to check out the original look which is plain and boring.

Anyway, I forgot to take photo before I start working on the box, But I found a picture online from this website which is very similar to my box.
http://www.cc-craft.co.uk/jewellery-box-1-pc_2.aspx?gclid=CLD0i6-o68QCFerjwgodLDMAMg

From an original plain looking box where it doesn't get a 2nd glance, I have gave it a fresh new coat of attraction. Agree? Hi 5 to THE power of paints, mediums and embellishments! :)

Here are some close up photos for a better picture of the texture and effects.

If you like what you see and would like to learn how I have achieve this look. Check out my video tutorial for the whole alteration process.

I will be listing out the supplies used along the way, thus do prepare a paper and pen to note down any details :)

These are the direct link to SaCrafters chipboards:
6x6 Fancy Flower Stencil: http://www.sacrafters.com/product/6x6-fancy-flowers-stencil/
C-Flourishes:

Do remember to apply the discount code: priscillafans for a 10% discount when shopping for SaCrafters items!

Alrighty, that's all for today. Happy Crafting!

Double Layer Canvas - Wish Come True

Hi lovely crafters out there,

I'm up super duper early today to share a mixed media canvas created for SaCrafters which I will also be submitting for Scrap Around The World Challenge.

I have used a 2 canvases on this project for a pop up effect. Base is a 9"x 12" flat canvas panel and the top is a 7" x 9" stretched canvas.

There is alot going on here, from the texture background to the mosaic effect using scrap pieces of chipboard diecuts on the front canvas. Most of all, I love the heart gear which is one of the new items from SaCrafters store. Hence it became the centre of attraction.

I'm also proud to mention that I managed to transfer some used embellishments taken from an old layout to this mixed media canvas project. That's the idea behind scrapping right? To use "scrap" pieces :)

Do check out my 6mins video on the whole process. 

In the video, I have also listed out all the supplies I have used at every stage. 

So you may want to get ready a pen and paper to note down any details.

And these are the direct link to the SaCrafters items used. Remember to type in Priscillafans for a 10% discount in SaCrafters store.

Mini Fairy
http://www.sacrafters.com/product/wood-mini-fairies-2-pieces/

Sentiment Tag
http://www.sacrafters.com/product/endearment-sentiments-set-1/

Heart Gears
http://www.sacrafters.com/product/c-heartgears-3-pcs/


When creating the canvas, I have actually worked around this lovely mood board from Scrap Around The World March Challenge.

I was inspired by 3 things in the mood board.
1) In the top left photo, the background and horse mane has lead me to create the the crackle and sparkling base. The horse mane looks soft and feathery; inspiring some feathers going onto the canvas.

2) The quote "There is sunshine in my soul today". That leads me to being happy, hence the "be happy" tag on the hot air balloon. In addition to that, the pretty sunshine also means "the start of a fabulous morning" which you can find this quote on the chipboard embellishment above the mini fairy. With all the motivational tags, hopefully everything goes well. Hence, may all our wishes come true!

3) The color of Yellow and shades of Blue in the mood board inspired the whole background color. There are some tint of greens on the canvas cause yellow + blue = green. Agree?

Do click on this link to find out more details on this challenge.
http://scraparoundtheworld.blogspot.ca/2015/03/march-2015-challenge-23-minimalist.html

Alrighty that's all for today. From the sunny side of Singapore, I wish all a great week ahead :)

Happy Crafting and thanks for visiting my blog.

2 piece Inspirational Canvas for SaCrafters

Hello everyone, how's your weekend?

I went for a late night movie...Kingsman. It was a great movie. I love Colin Firth! Caught him in Pride and Prejudice, Bridget Jones Diary and still love his movies after all these years :)

Well the reason I'm back today is not to discuss about Colin Firth; I'm here to share a 2-piece inspirational canvas (7" x 9") which will double up as a great decor piece. So here it is!

As usual, I do not use traditional paint brush. I find that I paint better with my fingers and sponges. So this background is created with a facial sponge. Don't believe me? Scroll down and catch my video :)

I really enjoy the whole process of creating this striking background inspired by the great mother nature......sunset is the theme. Do you? 

Oh I nearly forgot, the quotes are printed on a cardstock and layer of matte medium has been applied to ensure that the ink will last.

Well, my boy loves it and said that we should keep this and not give to anyone. But I'm thinking of doing some good deed with these 2 canvases. Sell them off and donate the proceeds to an appointed animal rescue centre. Good idea right?

Supplies used as follows:

Direct link to SaCrafters items:

    

  

Canvas and Papers

7" x 9" canvas

American Smooth Cardstock - White

Paints, Ink and Mediums:

Kaisercraft Paint - Sea Breeze

Kaisercraft Paint - Marine Blue

Kaisercraft Paint - White

13arts Ayeeda Paint - Vivid Orange

13arts Ayeeda Paint - Matte Lemon

13arts Ayeeda Paint - Matte Black

Tim Holtz Distress Ink Pad - Peacock Feather

Daler-Rowney Gesso 

Daler-Rowney Texture Paste

Claudine Hellmuth Multi Medium - Matte

Tools

Edge Distresser

Tim Holtz Ink Blending Tool

Beacon 3-in-1 adhesive glue

Facial Sponge

Foam Brush

Here are some close up photos :)

I decided to add more fun for this 2-piece canvas by submitting them for Words & Paintery challenge!

Here's there mood board for 15 Feb to 15 Mar. Inspiration taken from Yellow and Orange banner. To find out more, please visit this link
http://wordspaintery.blogspot.sg/2015/02/february-2015.html

Thanks for popping by and Happy Crafting!

Layout for SaCrafters

Hi everyone,

Hope you all had a wonderful Valentine's Day! Today, I'm popping by to share this pretty layout which is a gift for a very beautiful family. 

Do check out my video tutorial below for the whole process. Hope you like the video :)

As usual, can't let you go without some close up photos......

 Aren't these love birds just the cutest??

Here's a close up on the butterfly frame and how I added dimension with some butterflies I punched out with Martha Stewart puncher.

The chipboard frame behind the photo just add so much beauty to the photo.

To order the pretty chipboards I have used in the layout above, just click on the image below. 

Remember to apply the discount code before check out for a 10% discount.

Discount code: priscillafans

   

Thank you for joining me today and do pop by soon for more inspirations!

Happy Crafting!