I used a Splodge Away mat that I bought last year but as I'd bought one for Jo for Christmas I didn't dare use it in case I told her about it! I used DI in Antique Linen and Spun Sugar which are 2 colours I can't remember ever using to make a pale background.
Then I used my new Dylusions Around the Edge stamps that I got from QVC Last Clicks Clearance. I decided to use every stamp on the plate and built up a sort of 'garden' scene. I used Memento ink in Tuxedo Black, Rhubarb Stalk, Dandelion, Lilac Posies, Tangelo, Pear Tart, Grape Jelly, Lady Bug and Bahama Blue. I then coloured in some of the leaves and spaces in the stamped images with a Picket Fence Distress Marker that I got for my birthday.
I didn't take any photos as I went this time as its a very simple page but I'm really happy with it.
As I've been struggling for a while I think a simple page where I just played with new stash was exactly what the doctor ordered.
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5 comments:
Hi Jill. I am not a huge fan of art journals but I really like this page. I can't believe how many times I have read about the splodge away mat this week, and I had not heard of it before. (I believe it has been featured on Create and Craft but I don't usually watch that). All the comments have been good so I may have to invest in one. Kate x
Great start for the year. Aren't those mats good! Brayering has improved immensely!! Posted more things for you to play with today.
Janet xx
I love your garden ;0) such colour very pretty & a reminder of Spring to come:) thanks for playing along with Journal Journey's this month Dxx
How are you doing was thinking about you today. I hope your recovering. Take your time and see you soon D xx
Lovely to hear from you glad you are feeling up to some art work Dxx
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