It's time for another Stencil Test Drive! This time, we'll be driving the Dots & Dashes stencil from Stencil Girl Products featuring the amazing art of:
and Maria McGuire
I created so many things using this stencil and have two videos to show you!
I used my gelli plate and stencil to build up lots of layers by repeatedly rolling out paint and changing the registration of my paper slightly to get the imprint of the stencil in different places...
(Did you know that I'll be teaching a gelli plate workshop at Little Bird Creations in NY? Friday, September 20th -- it's a gelli plate party culminating in making your own journal! Hope you can come!)
I also used a pouncing technique with a cosmetic sponge to create a rainbow colored page.
Which I then cut up to make lots of shapes, flowers, hearts, and leaves to use in other projects...
and to form the background for ATC's and MOO cards, which I will share when they're done!
I also used several papers created with this stencil on my gelli plate to make squares and circles of different sizes, which I sewed together...
I painted a square 12 x 12" canvas with black gesso...
and stenciled it with metallic paint using the Dots & Dashes stencil...
I adhered the squares to the canvas using Tacky Glue...
and then made a paste of glass bead gel and mica powder. (You can see a demo of this technique in this post.) I dragged it through a portion of the stencil using a palette knife to create a border. I isolated a pomegranate from the Apples & Pomegranate stencil to echo the circles in the squares.
I hope this post has given you lots of ideas for using the Dots & Dashes stencil! And I know the creations of:
and Maria McGuire
will give you even more inspiration!
Giveaway! Comment on this post by Sunday evening, and be eligible to win a Dots & Dashes stencil of your own! Let me know you follow my blog for an extra chance to win!
UPDATE: The winner is Kelly! She found me through Seth Apter's blog, and I'm so glad she did!
And did you know that The Summer of Color is open at Twinkle, Twinkle? Kristin has a very cool twist on the challenge this time around...check it out!
UPDATE: The winner is Kelly! She found me through Seth Apter's blog, and I'm so glad she did!
And did you know that The Summer of Color is open at Twinkle, Twinkle? Kristin has a very cool twist on the challenge this time around...check it out!
Linking to Paint Party Friday, Artists in Blogland Show and Tell Saturday, and Art Journal Every Day.
This post is loaded with ideas- no wonder- this stencil is so versatile! I am in love love love with the rainbow strips cut into shapes- esp. the hearts!
ReplyDeletethere's nothing like lots of cutting and pasting to bring out the inner child (who seems to be out a lot!).
DeleteWow, what a fun stencil that is. Amazing how many pretty pieces you created. Thanks so much for the inspiration! :) hugs, Kimberly
ReplyDeleteGreat idea I love how this came out.
ReplyDeleteDIANA L.
http://dianamlarson.blogspot.com
So many different techniques to try!!! Thanks for the inspiration :)
ReplyDeleteWow! I love what you've done with this stencils! so many great techniques - thanks!
ReplyDeleteI'm a happy follower!
ReplyDeleteAmazing ideas with that stencil. I'd love to win one and I'm a follower. Off to see what the others have done. Margie
ReplyDeleteLove that stencil. You've done amazing things with it. I thought the first set of prints were great but then I saw the rainbow one. They are fantastic. Oh my, I really want that stencil now!! I could hear the second video but wasn't able to see it. Screen was black. I'm so glad I follow your blog. You inspire me.
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Try this link... http://youtu.be/sctatZOOmFk... hope it works for you and thank you as always for the kind words Boo!
DeleteThanks so much for those two videos, Jessica!
ReplyDeleteI bought the gelli plate only one week ago and your video about it is just in time.
I am really grateful for your wonderful ideas. The glued-down-stripes look gorgeous and so do the cut-out-parts of them!
Right now I realize that YOU developed this beautiful stencil. I'd really love to win it and try it out on my own.
As you easily can find out I am a follower of your blog.
Best wishes
Alex
What a wonderful stencil! You have used it in so many creative ways that are fabulous. Your ideas are so stimulating. I am a follower and would love to win this stencil. Thanks for the opportunity.
ReplyDeleteYour stencil background for the moo and atc's looks like secret code there are so many layers, and your piece with the black background just pops - love the stitched elements. Nice stencils you design as always. xox
ReplyDeleteLove this stencil and can't wait to try it out with my Gelli Plate. I absolutely love all of your samples using this stencil. I frequently use stencils in my work as well www.chartmandesigns.blogspot.com and follow your blog. Love your posts and designs.
ReplyDeleteWell, now I know where to find you if I need you... IN YOUR STUDIO. You are so creative.. always coming up with something. These are beautiful. Great stencil that can be used in so many ways. The colors of the strips are freaking awesome.
ReplyDeletewhat a colorful grouping of projects you have created Jessica! LOVE this stencil!!
ReplyDeleteThis is such a great stencil, the effects and creative possibilities are endless! And you have made quite a start on that endless journey!! I especially love the gelli plate squares and circles with the sewing. I got a sewing machine for my birthday...haven't used it yet, but I'm much more excited about sewing paper than making clothes!
ReplyDeleteLots and lots of inspiration going on here! I just love the squares you made! I have done that before and it is so fun to make something fun to use later! Loved driving with you!
ReplyDeleteso much inspiration. i love watching your videos. you make it look so easy and every one of them turns out awesome. now i just need to get a gelli plate. but in the meantime stencil girl has absolutely the best stencils. love them, have quite a collection building up. they always come fast when i order with a nice little note. this stencil is so great, but which ones of yours arent?? they are all so fun. i follow your blog for sure, so many super ideas. love you stencil girl products. xoxo
ReplyDeleteLove this stencil. I am constantly amazed at what can be accomplished with a gelli plate and a stencil...one stencil. Inspiring. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteWow! Thanks for the awesome tutorials. I love this stencil and your ideas from using it. I also hopped on over to the other blogs and enjoyed seeing their ideas as well. Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteI love these ideas and am getting my gelli plate out as soon as I get off this computer! thanks for the inspiration. Please put my name in the hat for your give away too! I've been a follower for a short while now and am so glad I signed up! It was Corinne at Sparkle Days who alerted me to your blog.
ReplyDeleteYou really used that stencil to the max! Love what you achieved by cutting the strips.
ReplyDeleteWow- love these ideas. I so need a Gelli plate
ReplyDeleteLove your colors and ideas and thanks for the video!
ReplyDeleteEvery mixed media person LOVES give a ways! Yea!
Awesome I love working with stencils!!
ReplyDeleteI love your use of color. It is amazing to me what you achieved with this stencil, I love it.
ReplyDeleteI've watched the blog hops on this stencil. It is an awesome stencil, so versatile.
ReplyDeleteI haven't tried out my Gelli plate yet, but I did just buy some Stencil Girl stencils. I would love the chance to win another one!
ReplyDeleteForgot to say, I do follow the blog by email. Love getting your updates.
ReplyDeleteoh i love the black and metallic look!!! Wonderful! :D I only have one stencil..i just started using them! hehe
ReplyDeleteWOW!!!
ReplyDeleteHow could something so simple like dots and dashes be so interesting??? Very cool! Fondly, Tami
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DeleteHow awesome is that to make so many things from simple dots and dashes!!! Just got a Gelli plate and have yet to use it - been watching videos before diving in and you make it look so easy ~ Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteNew follower :)
ReplyDeletewelcome!
DeleteIt's a party on paper with the help of the dots and dashes stencil!!!! REallY enjoyed the videos ...pinned for future inspiration --probably this weekend-- to play with my gelli plate!
ReplyDeleteLove the dots and dashes stencil ... I can see it's one of those patterns that has a million uses. I think I have to go play with my gelli plate now ... :)
ReplyDeleteI just happened upon this via gelli printing on Facebook. I'm experimenting with my gelli plate and need lots of encouragement like this- truly wonderful and despite it being 6 am I want to get up and start printing! Thank you! Is that great stencil available in the UK?
ReplyDeleteThank you
Kate
Hi Kate - so glad you came by! Stencil Girl ships worldwide... they are at stencilgirlproducts.com. Have fun playing with your gelli plate! Carolyn Dube has a wonderful online workshop, if you're interested... http://acolorfuljourney.com/?p=5515
DeleteI really love this stencil. Hopped over from A Colorful Journey. I have envelopes and would love to try this in my Gelli. Thanks
ReplyDeleteI'm a follower (and lurker), love your blog.
ReplyDeleteVery pretty prints! At first, I thought the squares and circles sewn together were to make a fabric quilt. Might want to consider printing on fabric to see if you can make a lovely art quilt. I'd love the chance to win the stencil!! :)
ReplyDeleteI've never worked with stencils before, but the works looks amazing and I would love to try.. maybe I could win :-)
ReplyDeleteAnd following your blog will be a joy
Love what you have made, especially the black gesso background, very effective! Valerie
ReplyDeleteI first saw this stencil on Carolyn Dube's blog - she did some amazing envelopes using it... and I thought ... I'd love to have that stencil. Now as I am introduced to your blog (first timer) I know I must purchase this one. I love the creativity that this one offers and the variety of projects that you can do with it. It's a must have. Love it!
ReplyDeleteThis is such an informative colorful post. Thank you!!! This definitely looks like a stencil I would have fun with.
ReplyDeleteOh wow Jessica, you're amazing! I love all the ideas I got from this post. thanks for sharing your creative mind ...
ReplyDeleteAmazing...LOVE LOVE LOVE this Jessica! I think I NEED this stencil- love what u did and I have ideas running thru my head right now! Thanks for the chance to win :)
ReplyDeleteGorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous, Jessica!!
ReplyDeleteLove seeing the process.
Those accents of black really make the vibrant colors pop!
I really love the process of the rainbow strips turned into shapes. Will definitely be trying that and . . .
ReplyDelete. . . I'm a happy follower of your blog
I just received my gelli plate in the mail and am so excited to see your stencils and ideas.
ReplyDeleteLove what you and everyone else has done with this stencil. Very inspiring! Wish I was closer to NY so that I could attend your class.
ReplyDeleteHi Julie -- I wish you were too. If you don't know about it yet, Carolyn Dube has a wonderful online class that you can join at any time... http://acolorfuljourney.com/?p=5515
DeleteGreat use of the stencil, would love to win it!
ReplyDeleteWow, this is beautiful work, Jessica. Love that stencil, too. Too bad I'm nowhere near NY...would be a fun workshop! Happy PPF! - janice
ReplyDeleteAhhh I wish you were closer too... I don't know if there are any workshops near you, but if not, Carolyn Dube has an online one that you can join at any time. Here's the link.. http://acolorfuljourney.com/?p=5515
DeleteFun! Thanks for the chance to win the stencil.
ReplyDeleteAloha, Kate
Oh Jessica this is so perfect! Fantastic... I love it!
ReplyDeleteI'll cross my fingers for the giveaway! Looks like a great stencil to have!
I am following now (I thought I was already!) :oD
Love this stencil...and I can see where it can leave lines for lots of writing when necessary!
ReplyDeleteThese are great and that rainbow one is awesome like what you did for the final piece.
ReplyDeleteIt's so versatile! Love all these wonderful examples today. Off to see the rest!
ReplyDeleteOh I love the end result with that stencil. LOVE!!!! Especially the rainbow. I watched during lunch (at work) and am itching to go home and play with my gelli plate. Thanks for the great videos!!!!!
ReplyDeleteI just LOVE all the creative ways this stencil functioned as a jumping board for all these projects!! wow. My view of stencils sure has changed....thank you :) And now I am following your blog (found you via Seth Apter)
ReplyDeleteWelcome! so glad you found me!
DeleteLove your art and blog! Great stencil, so many things u could do with this fin stencil ! Tx for sharing snd inspiring! I will be back to follow u, aloha, angi in hana
ReplyDeleteWow and wow again, so many ideas spring to mind when I see these, thanks for the inspiration.
ReplyDeleteI'm a following! Looks like you have been busy. Love the stencil. Happy PPF!
ReplyDelete... - - - ... I must have this stencil!
ReplyDeleteI love all the beautiful colors on your paper and everything you did with it. Blessings!
ReplyDeleteMy head is spinning with the possibilities!!! :D
ReplyDeleteHi,
ReplyDeleteI follow your blog. I love watching your videos. These two are especially inspiring. I need a gelli plate and that stencil STAT. I would be lovely to win the stencil from you.
Yvonne/ yrd@hotmail.com
Beautiful creations!! Thank you for sharing with the great photos and videos!! I think me and my gelli would have fun with that stencil too! ;-)
ReplyDeleteYou are so creative Jessica. You have so many wonderful ideas and you work is always so beautiful. thank you for sharing:)
ReplyDeleteWow you accelerated this to a new level...WOW again so impressive Jessica. It would be a blast to try this out!!
ReplyDeleteHugs Giggles
I've just found your blog and am subscribing to follow it by email because after reading just your one post I am hooked! I love that you show photos and explain your process step by step. I am fairly new to art journaling in the mixed media style and looking many places to learn new techniques and gain inspiration. I am so intrigued by the stencils and feel I could do so much with them! My budget is very limited but I had a couple of pages of make your own stencil from another project...I made a few of my own patterns using small portions of the page and it's a good start. I would so appreciate having a "real" stencil to work with that would cover all my page if I so wished. Whether I win or not, though, I appreciate you doing a give-away in the first place. Peace to your heart, Sara
ReplyDeleteJust when I think you've completed a piece I realize you have not, and the more is even MORE wonderful, even though the before was absolutely fantastically wondeful. I LOVE your videos, teachings, sharings, and your art just makes me want to get up and dance around my kitchen! HPPF on Saturday. Shabat Shalom!!!!
ReplyDeletePS: I would love a chance to win this wonderful stencil and yes, I follow your blog (two chances, yippie) and I watched Carolyn's video and saw Seth works too! All fab!
ReplyDeleteHello I am following. :). I love the way you sliced the images. Very cool stencil TFS!
ReplyDeleteI really like that stencil there is so much you can do with it. Thanks for sharing the idea on this piece of art. Yes i'm a new follower.
ReplyDeleteAwesome ideas and just love how your piece turned out! Very creative and inspiring! <3
ReplyDeleteF-A-B-U-L-O-U-S! Follow already but just had to comment on how great I think these pieces are! Looks like a really useful stencil! Didn't tune in to the giveaway until I read a comment above!! Doh!!! Chrisx
ReplyDeleteYAY!!!!!!!!! I've never won anything before! Thank you SO much!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful video of how you make the papers... wow.. that is something... thank you so much for sharing this.
ReplyDeleteHave a super week
You will find my contribution to Mandarin Orange Monday here:
http://www.starhouse.nl/star4/?p=559
I love the result - so vibrant - and enjoyed seeing the processes. Thank you. And thank you for sharing it on Mandarin Orange Monday:)
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