Fall/Autumn 2018: Easy Watercoloring w/ Inks & Color Burst

Welcome to my blog, it's Elina here.

I hope you are enjoying your extended weekend.

Today's post features the second installment in my

Fall/Autumn 2018 series.

If you missed the video premiere last night,

you can click the link below...

I'm pleased with how the final card turned out.

During the filming, I encountered a few issues & was pretty close 

to scrapping the whole video.

My spray ink was clogged.

I love using my spray inks for various projects

but it drives me nuts when they clog constantly.

So once I cleared the nozzle & began

spraying it sputtered & left blotchy patches.

My spray bottle filled with water was the 

saving grace this card needed.

Not to mention, it got all over my desk top

which had to be cleaned. Ugh.

Now I did enjoy using the Ken Oliver Color Burst powder.

I know that there are those of you out there

like really his stuff is amazing.

And I will totally agree with you on that.

I thought it was cool that after it's been dry

you can still spray it with water to soften the look.

Cool!

Enough rambling & ranting let's get back to the card.

Here's a close pic for you to check out:

I hope you enjoyed this card & video.

Stay tuned for the next video coming out soon.

Thanks for stopping by & enjoy the rest of your weekend!

Hugs,

Fall/Autumn 2018: Llama with Java Coloring Tutorial

Hi everyone, it's Elina here.

Happy Sunday & welcome to my blog!
Today marks the start of my Thankful 2018 series.
I have been doing this series for the past two years.
I think it's a great way to celebrate the season &
remember the things we are grateful for.

To start this series off I decided to use an original
character I drew.
It's a cute little llama who is thankful for
the cup of coffee she's about to enjoy.
Let's be honest, we have to be thankful for
the things in our life that help us get through.
For me, Coffee is that beverage I am most thankful for.

You can check out the coloring tutorial below...

Mmm.. I can just smell the coffee goodness.

Here's a close up pic...

I kept the card design pretty simple to showcase the main image.
I will probably use this image again for my Holiday 2018 series.

The measurements for the card are as follows:
Image panel- 4 1/2" x 6 1/2"
Brown card layer- 4 3/4" x 6 3/4"
Black card base- 5" x 7"

I did add Wink Of Stella to the glasses, nose & eyes.
I like the sparkle it gives to the finished image.

I hope you enjoyed this post & video.
Thanks for stopping by & enjoy the rest of your Sunday!

Hugs,

Halloween 2018: Sanderson Sisters Coloring tutorial!

Hi everyone & welcome to my blog!

It's Elina here & I hope you are enjoying your Sunday morning.

Today marks the fourth installment of my Halloween 2018 series.

I enjoy creating & coloring spooky images for Halloween.

I feel it's a great way to stretch your creative muscles

& re-use your stamps.

So for this post I colored a trio of witches (sisters to be exact).

If your a fan of this iconic movie you know which

sisters I am referring to.

And for those who are aren't sure I'll tell.

It's the SANDERSON SISTERS from the movie Hocus Pocus!

I was super psyched to get a chance to do this tutorial.

Hocus Pocus is by far my favorite Halloween movie!

I remember going to the theaters with my family to see it.

The Sanderson sisters are a funny bunch & there are so many 

iconic lines.

It's a Halloween must see at my home.

You can check out the video below to see how I brought these sisters to life:

I love how this turned out.

Now it took my ages to draw these ladies & it got 

pretty frustrating.

So I found an image online I could draw & it made so much easier.

So unlike my original drawings or stamp re-dos,

this image comes courtesy of Cartoon Cookie.

You can find her here at: cartooncookie.tumblr.com

I did change up the way they looked a bit.

I made Winnie's face more slender & gave Sarah a different outfit.

Here's a close up pic you can check out:

"Why was I cursed with such idiot sisters?'

Oh Winnie, we know she doesn't actually mean it 

cause we know she loves her sisters deep down.

I hope you enjoyed this post & video!

Thanks for stopping by & enjoy the rest of your Sunday!

Hugs!

Halloween 2018: Creepy Doll Makeover!

Hi everyone it's Elina here & welcome to the 

third installment in my Halloween 2018 series!

This time I used a stamp from Stamp Anniething & 

gave it a "creepy" makeover.

I have to say I love challenging myself to 

stretch my stamps.

It's a great way to to get the most use out of the stamps

you own.

Although it is very tempting going in to the local craft store

& seeing the latest stamp offerings.

But if your on a budget, getting the most use out of what 

you have can save you money.

So with that in mind, check out the video below to see 

how I transformed the "Lorelei" stamp into a "creepy" doll.

I really like how this transformation turned out.

I must confess that I enjoy drawing creepy stuff but 

I am the biggest chicken ever.

You won't catch me in a haunted house. No way!

But safely drawing creepy things from the safety of home 

is just fine with me.

Here's a pic for you to check out:

I love how the Black Soot Distress Ink gives this image 

a look straight from a horror movie.

Nothing scarier than a creepy bear & an 

old rocking chair.

Makes you wonder what does she have in the box.

On second thought maybe not knowing is best.

I hope you enjoyed this post & video.

Thanks for stopping by & enjoy the rest of your weekend!

Hugs,

Chipboard Coffin Transformation; Halloween 2018

Hey everyone it's Elina here & happy Friday to all!

I hope your day is off to a great start.

Welcome to the second week in my Halloween 2018 series.

I take an ordinary chipboard coffin from Michael's

and transform it into an elegant marble coffin.

Check out the process video below to learn more...

The secret to this transformation is the black gesso.

You can find black gesso in any craft store.

I purchased mine from Hobby Lobby.

Just like with white gesso, the black gesso gives the surface

a great starter base.

You can then follow it up by layering & adding color using 

paints, inks, sprays, etc.

To give the coffin the look of marble, I start off using 

a combo of silver & grey paint.

I apply it using my stencil brush, adding color and removing it

using a paper towel.

I continue adding & removing the color till I get

the desired effect.

Here's a pic you can check out:

To decorate, I add a cameo, rose beads & die cuts

to give an elegant look.

I finish it off by adding scraps of black lace to the interior 

of the lid.

Now I can use the coffin to decorate my entryway

or as a cool treat box.

I'm pleased with how this project turned.

I might have to go back to Michael's to pick up a few more. :)

Thank you so much for stopping by!

I hope you all have a great weekend!

Hugs,

Getting back to what I love plus the start of Halloween 2018 series!

Hi everyone! It's Elina here! I know what you are thinking, "Man where have you been?" 

It has been a long, hard road for me to get to this point.

I came to a realization where I needed a hiatus from everything.

I had given up on doing what I loved: blogging & my channel.

It was getting frustrating keeping up with the schedule I set for myself.

I was disappointed in myself and disappointed in the goals that I hadn't reached.

My mental and physical health was taking a beating.

So I made the decision to just step back and focus on what was important.

Me.

So I got back into yoga, started eating a little better, and spent more time for family.

And I have to say it has helped me a bit.

Now I try to focus on taking things day by day and enjoying life more.

It's not an easy process and I do have my bad days but my family's support 

helps get through those rough patches.

I will ask you to bear with me as I ease back into blogging and videos.

I'm happy to posting and sharing again to be sure.

But I am a little rusty.

For my videos I upgraded to Adobe Premiere Pro and my skills with that

is still a work in progress.

See the video below to see what I mean. 

I will try to post regularly and there will be more videos to come.

 I will say that I appreciate you all for your patience and continued support.

Now without further ado please enjoy the video below

Have a great weekend and I will post again soon.

Hugs,

Elina

"Monster Wishes" Coloring & Card Making Tutorial feat. Bo Bunny!

Hey everyone it's Elina here & welcome to my blog!

I hope your Sunday is off to a good start!

Today's post features a "monstrously" adorable birthday card

feat. the Bo Bunny "Monsters" stamp set.

I purchased this stamp from Hobby Lobby on clearance.

You can check out the tutorial below>>>

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Here are a few close up pics:

 Isn't this monster adorable?!

The color scheme works well with this image.

This card would work for a boy or a girl.

 I thought it would be a cool idea

to have him balance a huge cupcake on his head.

So I pulled out my "Cupcake" stamp from Two Paper Divas.

And voila!

I hope you enjoyed this card & video!

Thanks for stopping by & enjoy the rest of your day!