Golden Belt

Image Transfer with Mod Podge

Posted by bullcitycraft on May 3, 2016

Transfer your own photography to canvas, fabric or wood using Mod Podge and a laser printer.

MATERIALS:
Mini canvas 3 x 3 inches
Mod Podge, Matte
Small brush
Scissors
Water dish
Paper towels
Coin – penny or nickel
Bone Folder (opt)

NOTES:
The transfer will be the mirror image of the original. To account for this, reverse the image before printing.

INSTRUCTIONS:

Mod Podge

Cut image to size. Working on scrap paper, brush an even layer of Mod Podge over the entire image. Any areas not coated will not transfer.

Burnish

Using a bone folder or your finger, gently rub over the back of the image until the paper is smooth and well adhered. Be careful not to tear the paper or get Mod Podge on the blank side of the paper.

Clean

Small beads of Mod Podge will form at the edge. Wipe clean with a damp paper towel. If left to dry they will form hard bumps. Set aside to dry.

Wet

When Mod Podge is totally dry, dip you finger, or a clean brush, in water and wet the paper. Wet the entire surface until the image can be seen through the paper.

Scrape

Using the edge of a coin, gently scrape the paper away. Work carefully as it is easy to scrape away the image as well. If a thin layer of paper remains, with a wet finger quickly but gently rub back and forth over the image. Repeat as necessary.

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Textures with India Ink & Watercolor

Posted by bullcitycraft on January 25, 2016

Snowy days and starry nights are close at hand. India ink and watercolor are a favorite combination among mixed-media artists, and it’s easy to see why.

India Ink gives a deep matte finish that is perfect for silhouettes. It’s easy to create quick gesture drawings with a sumi brush, or crisp delicate lines with a nib pen.

MATERIALS:

Fluid, Cold Press Watercolor Paper
Pencil and eraser (opt)
Dr. Ph. Martin’s Bombay India Ink, black
Nib pen
Sumi brush
Watercolor paint
1” wash brush
Table salt

NOTES:

Dr. Ph. Martin’s Bombay India Ink is a lightfast and waterproof pigmented India ink. It holds a fine line without spreading and once dry will not re-wet. This makes it perfect for use with watercolor paint and other wet mediums.

INSTRUCTIONS:

Draw

With sumi brush (top tree) or nib pen (bottom tree) make a drawing on watercolor paper. If needed a light sketch can be made in pencil first, then inked over, and any visible pencil marks erased after ink is dry.

Paint

When ink is completely dry, use a brush to wet the paper with clear water, then add watercolor paint to create a background wash. While paper is slightly damp, sprinkle salt and watch your snow (or stars) emerge.

Printable pdf: BCC Textures with India Ink and Watercolor

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Eraser Stamps

Posted by bullcitycraft on December 27, 2015

Small details make a big difference. Make your gifts even more special with hand made gift tags.

SIZE:
Small stamp 1 x 1 inch
Large stamp 1 x 2 inches

MATERIALS:
Artgum Eraser in small or large size
Pencil#2/HB, and 4B or softer
X-acto knife
Bone folder (opt)
Canson Pure White Drawing Paper
Metal ruler
Cutting mat
String or ribbon
Scissors
Hole punch or awl
Stamp pad

GIFT TAG PREP:

Cut paper into gift tags using cutting mat, ruler, and x-acto knife. Sizes shown are 1.5 x 3 in, 1.5 x 4 in, 2 x 3 in, and 2 x 4 in.
Punch hole in top of tag and attach ribbon or string.

INSTRUCTIONS:

Design

Draw your design on paper with a #2/HB pencil. Then trace over image with a soft lead pencil, 4B or softer.

Transfer

Turn paper over on top of eraser and rub lightly with your finger or bone folder to transfer image.

Cut Outline

Hold knife so that cut is angled away from image.

Cut Off Excess

Cut under area to be removed, being careful not to cut under design.

Cut Details

Cut away details in same manner, angling knife toward area to be removed. Lift excess out with knife.

Print

Use an ink pad to print your design onto the gift tags.

Printable pdf: BCC Eraser Stamps Instructions

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Mini Mod Podge

Posted by bullcitycraft on December 14, 2015

Sometimes small is just the right size. It’s easy to give yourself permission to explore when there is so little at stake. Here Mod Podge is used as an adhesive and a sealant to protect the paper cut outs that have been collaged onto the canvas in these tiny mixed media pieces.

MATERIALS:
Mini canvas 3 x 3 inches
Mod Podge, Matte
Acrylic paint
Small brushes
Paint pen
Scraps of paper such as: drawing paper, origami paper, repurposed books,
and cut up pieces of your own illustrations, drawings or relief printing.
Scissors
Palette or paper plate
Water dish
Paper towels

INSTRUCTIONS

Plan layout

Cut out images from recycled books or use small pieces of paper with hand printed or drawn images on them. Arrange in a layout you like, then snap a picture or make a sketch to help you remember.

Paint background

Create a background for your image with acrylic paint and Mod Podge (opt). Mod Podge can be used to thin acrylic paint and create a light, transparent color while maintaining vibrancy (as shown).

Mod Podge

Apply Mod Podge to entire surface of canvas. Position and apply paper to canvas. Brush a thin coat of Mod Podge over paper to cover and seal. Brush toward edges of paper to seal well. Repeat as needed for additional layers.

Add Details

Paint can be worked into the wet surface of Mod Podge if desired. Allow to dry about 15-30 minutes, until dry to the touch. Use a paint pen to draw in details. Allow to dry completely, 1-2 hours.

Printable pdf: BCC Mini Mod Podge instructions reduced

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Paper Ornaments

Posted by bullcitycraft on December 8, 2015

Make these brightly colored paper ornaments to adorn your tree or window. They are quick and easy to create with paper, pencil, scissors, and glue.

SIZE:
Onion Ornament: 3 1/2 x 4 1/4” h
Ogee Ornament: 3 1/2 x 5” h
Small Ornament: 1 3/4 x 2” h (not pictured)

MATERIALS:
Canson Mi-Teintes Colored Artist Paper, 19.5 x 25.5 inches.
(One sheet makes 27 pieces of the Onion or the Ogee. Shown in Champagne, Red Earth & Royal Blue)
Pencil
Scissors
Glue Stick
String or Ribbon
White Charcoal Pencil (optional)

NOTES:

First cut out the larger patterns; save the onion shaped center scraps, then use them to make the smaller patterns. Carefully cutting the center from the larger ornament will ensure a smooth edge for the outside of the smaller ornament.

INSTRUCTIONS: