I WISH THAT YOU COULD SEE MY FACE….I am frowning as I put a lot of work into the editing of this video and I erased all of the editing……I am soooo bummed as I worked hard but as you will read below – I am NOT getting a Golden Globe for this one – One thing I will promise is NEXT WEEK – you will see a HUGE IMPROVEMENT!!!!! I am determined to do this video thing!
Here is the link for you to watch….. “judgment FREE zone” xoxox to all!
I typed all of the below yesterday as I was waiting and waiting for my video to load to have me be CLICK HAPPY and erase all of my edits!!!! Please come to my pitty party!
Well….I did it – a video for you! I have done videos in the past for my Stamp of the Month Card Kits (but they had a private link as they are really, really primitive) and you have seen me do some product share ones but it is my goal to hit the video trail this year as I have soooooo much to “show and tell” you – I always loved that time in Kindergarten. (Did you SHOW or TELL?) (I can’t wait to read Chris R.’s answer – I know it will be a hoot)
I hope that you like the video and also find it helpful! I think that it is a super fun card and I apologize in advance as I totally realize that I am not going to Golden Globe Award on my video but you have to start somewhere…right? I am determined to share with you my love and details in paper crafting with videos this year.
With water-coloring the BEST TIP I can give you is practice, practice and then practice some more! PLEASE do not throw away anything that you did….I know exactly how I felt when I started with those darn aqua painters and now they are my “blue friends” (I have names for my SU tools). I know that mine are a far cry from an over the top creation but guess what?
I LIKE THEM and when I look at cards I do with watercolor, I AM PROUD OF THEM and then guess what????
I SMILE…..(really, really big) – that’s what it is all about….right?????
Here is the scoop on the card for you to CASE away….and I hope that you do as this is a super cute stamp set! It is new in the Occasions catalog and it is called appropriately, Beautiful Ride….
- The Base is a good old A-2 Card base 5 1/2″ X 4 1/4″ in THICK Whisper White (once you start with this – YOU WILL NEVER GO BACK!)
- The “ultimate” size of the Water Color Paper is 5″ X 3 3/4″
- The Sahara Sand is 5 1/4″ X 4″
- The colors of ink I used were, Marina Mist, Soft Suede, Sahara Sand, Rose Red, Basic Gray
I think the rest of the scoop is explained in the video, as always – please feel free to email me if you have any specific questions or just want to say HI! In the below you will see all of the products that I used. I know when you see this HUGE lump – you say – I do not want to get all of this….I HEAR YOU…I HEAR YOU…..
I mentioned in the video a couple of products that I ADORE….and I highly recommend them as they work GREAT for what we do – I am ALL ABOUT EASE and when I find something that works for me…of course, I need to share it with YOU!
Micropore Tape – In this packaging you get 12 rolls – you can see that it is super inexpensive….go in with a friend – you will love it!
White Fun Foam – As I said in the video I am sure you can find it cheaper but I just love the convenience of Amazon…I usually get things next day! I totally encourage you to try this…I LOVE the feel of the card….you will as well!
As my wonderful son said, “Start small…think BIG” – I just love that saying and trust me, you can switch things up with what you have and I know that it will be an amazing work of art….because it is from your heart!!!!! (Honestly, this is why I became a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator) – to get all of the stuff I wanted and “just had to have” and then I was GONE……well I am still here and I am amazed…..
In a MILLION YEARS I would not of imagined blogging and in a BILLION YEARS I would not have imagined doing a video….but heck – here I m and I hope you enjoy! Please subscribe to my You Tube Channel so you will not miss any “Golden Tarnished Awards” from me!
Stampin’ hugs……here is to the weekend…guess what? Life is a Beautiful Ride!
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I enjoyed your video! I like your helpful, friendly style. Don’t change a thing. That’s why I follow your blog. I too am trying more watercoloring on some of my projects and find it to be fun. Sometimes things turn out better than others, but I enjoy the journey of trying to get better. I really thought the water spots at the end added a lot. Will remember that tip. I look forward to your next video.
Totally agree with Robyn’s comment! I think my problem is that of shading and the light source and all that technical stuff. I just need to let go more and just do it and not worry about that. Thanks so much for that tip on the fun foam stuff. I think it will be a great addition to the dimensionals which I don’t really like using on a bigger piece – this solved the problem of that! I bought a pack of the confetti paper before they discontinued it since it has those fun flecks on it. It seems that Henry chewed up part of that pack when he was in one of his moods. I loved your video – your voice is just right – soothing! You even had Ted’s attention for a second. Just a fun few minutes on this cold and dreary day, almost like being there getting a private lesson! Hugs to all and have a good weekend.
Susan,
Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!! I too have been afraid of water coloring. I’ve watched a number of videos, but was still intimidated! Your video convinced me I can do this. You make it look so easy, and the instruction was superb. Really spoke to me as if you were sitting by my side and guiding me.
Thanks again for sharing!
Great job Susan! Very informative and doable for the novice.
I loved your video, Susan, You did a great job! My first pkg of S U Aqua painters only lasted a little over ten years and I used them all the time. A must have tool. I read your blog daily, looking forward to lots more videos from you. Thanks for all your inspiration.
Great video Susan! And yes you are a artist!! That’s why I stamp cause it makes me feel like an artist & that is something cause I can’t even draw a straight line. Thanks for telling it like it is.