Hey Creatives! Look at this adorable journal page from Yolie called Shine. Makes me think of a song by Toby Mac - the chorus goes like this... Lights shine bright everywhere we go Music for the people to illuminate the soul Lights shine bright everywhere we go Music for the people, makin' music for the people If you know it I'm sure you are singing along as it's a fun catchy tune. But more importantly, it's about letting your light shine. Her title says "Shine like a star, ... VIEW POST
Making something amazing with your stash!
Hello Creative! Today's post is about using what you have and transforming it into something beautiful. It's good to use what you have in your stash- I have some many odds and ends, pieces leftover from other projects. Combine them using a few products ad you can make a cohesive beautiful project. Part 1 of this project was revealed on Mixed Media Monday. If you missed Mixed Media Monday I have the video for you below. Part two will be revealed in my newsletter so make sure you are signed ... VIEW POST
Blog hop with Rita Barakat and Colorburst fun!
Hello, Creatives! What's on your creative agenda? Today we have super fun for you here at RitaBarakat.com. Join us for the Rita Barakat and Colorburst fun! S blog hop using Ken Oliver Crafts Color Burst powders and Rita Barakat products! I decided to go with an art journal page and one of my face stencils from the "So you say you can't draw" collection. These little powders are so much fun to use! Simply get your surface wet with some water then sprinkle different colors of Ken Oliver ... VIEW POST
Making magic hop with Rita Barakat, Clover and Kunin!
Hey, Creatives! Today, Making magic hop with Rita Barakat, Clover and Kunin! If you missed Mixed Media Monday (see video below) last night I showed you these fun fabulous projects - this is still a work in progress but you can see how gorgeous it's already turning out! I used one of my articulated dolls from my book, Magical Theatre Create and Play with Movable Dolls. https://youtu.be/GnLgeGQiPCg In the video used Clover Felt ToolClover Felt Puncher MatKunin FeltMagical Theatre create ... VIEW POST
Classes with Rita Barakat
Hey Creatives! Today I'm wishing a little creativity in your weekend! Sometimes life gets so big that it's so nice to just make some art! At least that's how I unwind, how about you? Today I am flying to Pittsburgh for the Collins show to teach a class and other than creating, I love to watch students discovering new techniques. It's a quick trip and this is a closed show for store owners and buyers but you can catch me in these classes this summer... LET’S MAKE A ... VIEW POST
Ways to Create Texture and Movement
Hello creatives, happy Saturday! Want another way to create texture and movement in your projects? You are going to love these fun techniques for your mixed media projects! This picture shows the final result up close and personal! Not only does this give your project texture, but buildable layers. Here is a video to explain the process. Disclaimer- I do not work this fast! The video is sped up for YouTube, super fast, for your viewing pleasure! The video will ... VIEW POST