Saturday, 24 December 2016

Stencil Girl & PaperArtsy Winter Blog Hop

Hi everyone,

Well I am so very very happy to be part of this fantastic blog hop between Stencil Girl and PaperArtsy.  It started on Wednesday - and if you haven't already seen all the other wonderful projects, then there's a list of links at the bottom of this post!  PLUS there's a...
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Visit the fabulous designers from both teams and comment for your chance to win!
The more blogs you comment on, the more chances you have to WIN!
(just one comment per blog please.)

You have until Friday, December 30th at 11:59PM Central Time to leave your comments.
The winner will be announced on Sunday 1 January onStencilGirl's Facebook page and PaperArtsy's blog
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And now onto my project. 

I created this art journal page, layering up paint, ink, embossing paste and of course stencils! And this is how I did it...



1) I used my Dylusions 8"x8" black journal for this page (I really like using dark backgrounds as a base at the moment). I stenciled Fresco Finish Snowflake paint through stencil S151 all over the page.


2) Once the paint was dry, I stenciled M071 using Archival Ink Vibrant Fuschia in several places, and then filled in the blank spaces with S331 using Archival Ink Paradise Teal and Vivid Chartreuse.


3) I added some dots using Fresco Finish Snowflake paint through stencil M080, and then went back over the top with Archival Ink Buttercup. I wasn't worried if they didn't match up.


4) I swiped some neon pink paint around the page, and also stenciled M071 again - in different places, and this time with Archival Ink Jet Black.


5) I used a black pen to doodle around the pattern made with M080, and a white extra fine Sharpie pen to add lots of dots.


6) I mixed up some Fresco Finish White Fire paint with some Dreamweaver translucent embossing paste, and applied it through stencil L318. It adds a little bit of texture without being too bulky, and the mica in the paint adds a little sparkle when it dries.

7) To finish the page I added a quote from one of my stamp sets (EEG21) - stamped onto PaperArtsy Smoothy cardstock using Archival Ink Jet Black - and then outline the quote and the page with a black pen.


I hope you enjoyed my project - please leave a comment if you did (and that enters you into the GIVEAWAY too!).

The stencils I used are shown below:


Puddles Stencil by Rae Missigman

Nonsensical Bloom Stencil by Rae Missigman

Repetition Stencil by Rae Missigman

Wall of Words Stencil by Carolyn Dube

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108 comments:

  1. Helen24 December 2016 at 19:13

    Amazing page, I love the main stencil; it creates such an unusual background.

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  2. Kathy S24 December 2016 at 19:14

    Really super way to built up that black background into a colorful grand scene.

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  3. Caz24 December 2016 at 19:15

    Fantastic journal page Emma....love it!! Neeeeeed that wall of words stencil!!

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  4. Fiona D24 December 2016 at 19:24

    I love all the different layers in your page and the great colors.

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  5. SewPaperPaint24 December 2016 at 19:25

    Oh wow this is so cool! Stunning result, the black is amazing!

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  6. Pilgrim24 December 2016 at 19:41

    Using the black as a background adds richness to this journal spread. Thanks so much for sharing

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  7. sam21ski24 December 2016 at 19:50

    Fabulous x

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  8. PaperArtsy24 December 2016 at 20:02

    Ohhhh brilliant use of black and white Emma!!! This is sooooo beautiful!!! ~ Leandra

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  9. Unknown24 December 2016 at 20:04

    Truly a magical piece. Live the colors

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  10. Lin24 December 2016 at 20:05

    love this Emma..great stancils x

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  11. SandeeNC24 December 2016 at 20:13

    I love your art journal page and the layering process!

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  12. Beth in IL24 December 2016 at 20:15

    Love all the layers. Great journal page.

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  13. Unknown24 December 2016 at 20:16

    Really helpful to see the process, and so inspiring!

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  14. craftytrog24 December 2016 at 20:20

    I love your page Emma!
    Alison xxx

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  15. Julie24 December 2016 at 20:39

    Great looking page! Love the effects you got from layering your stencils. Thanks for sharing, and especially for showing the stencils.

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  16. Lelainia N. Lloyd24 December 2016 at 20:39

    After seeing this I want the half moon slant & the repetition stencils. Wow!!

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  17. Beverley24 December 2016 at 20:39

    I really like this piece. The stencils and colouring within the shapes is brilliant. Such a good idea to start with a black base.
    Bevtextart (at) btinternet (dot com)

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  18. Jean24 December 2016 at 20:44

    Love this! Wonderful colors and great stencil use.

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  19. CraftyHope24 December 2016 at 20:45

    Oh, that's a neat page. It's somewhere between an optical illusion and looking at little open windows with the light coming through. It is indeed magical!

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  20. Kathyk24 December 2016 at 20:50

    Just "hopped across" from the PA blog to admire your lush layers and colours

    Seasons Greetings

    Kathyk

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  21. craftytrog24 December 2016 at 20:54

    Love your page Emma!
    Alison xxx

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  22. Arty Beginnings24 December 2016 at 21:15

    This journal page is so much fun, lovely. Rachel

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  23. PurpleDancingQueen24 December 2016 at 21:24

    Wonderful depth and colours

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  24. catherine24 December 2016 at 21:34

    This is fabulous and love how you have used the products. Thank you for a great blog hop
    catherine

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  25. Ellie Knol24 December 2016 at 21:35

    That is so colorful...LOVELY layered stenciling... gorgeous!

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  26. Lelainia N. Lloyd24 December 2016 at 21:46

    After seeing this I want the half moon slant & the repetition stencils.
    Wow!!

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  27. Jane24 December 2016 at 21:48

    THere's lot of magic on your card! Merry Christmas! x

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  28. suzieq2324 December 2016 at 21:50

    Oh boy, I am Number One comment for you too as well as Kay. This must be a lucky sign. I love your art work today (and everyday)So colorful and creative. Thank you for the step-by-step. suzschultz23(at)aol(dot)com

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  29. Steven24 December 2016 at 21:51

    ooh some lovely stencils and stencilling. The colour on B&W is fab really pops. Thanks for sharing. Joyeux Noël

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  30. Words and Pictures24 December 2016 at 21:56

    So funky - love all those pretty rainbow shades with the dramatic black.
    Alison x

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  31. Crafty Claire24 December 2016 at 22:14

    Wow I love the bright colours on the black background and the layering of stencils xx

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  32. sally24 December 2016 at 22:27

    I think this is THE blog post of the whole hop....I love every single thing about it! Merry Christmas 🎄

    Sally

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  33. Irena Stefanova24 December 2016 at 22:40

    What beautiful project! Love the sentiment!
    Wishing you a very happy and blessed Christmas!

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  34. susan berkowitz, slp24 December 2016 at 22:50

    Gorgeous! I really love the way it pops off the black background. I never would have thought to get the color into the white for that design. It really looks beautiful.

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  35. Squiddy24 December 2016 at 23:10

    I can see you're looking forward to Easter - all those eggs :D

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  36. Claire24 December 2016 at 23:32

    Wow Emma I love the colours on this - they are fab! Great project for the hop! Claire xx

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  37. HelenM24 December 2016 at 23:41

    beautiful!!!! It is magic!!!

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  38. postalorphan25 December 2016 at 00:09

    This is so striking - love the black over the colorful background!

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  39. Linda25 December 2016 at 00:22

    Stunning journal page ..... so much detail xx

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  40. Pink Bunkadoo25 December 2016 at 00:22

    Really thoughtful background.

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  41. Unknown25 December 2016 at 01:45

    Interesting colors and blending of stencils and color!

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  42. Kathy25 December 2016 at 02:21

    Great use of Stencil Girl stencils with Fresco paints, Archival inks and embossing paste. The end result is stunning!

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  43. Shay25 December 2016 at 02:25

    This is fall out of my chair cool!!! This is what I would love to make!! Thank you for the tips and pictures and examples!!! Happy holidays!!

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  44. Poetryqn25 December 2016 at 04:21

    So fun! Thanks for sharing!
    Poetryqn(at)optonline(dot)net

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  45. Kitty25 December 2016 at 04:26

    I have the black Dylusions journal but it's still blank...just unsure how to start on a dark background. This Gave me GREAT IDEAS on how to jump in and get started, thank you do much for sharing!

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  46. Leanne25 December 2016 at 05:29

    so cool!!!

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  47. Unknown25 December 2016 at 07:33

    What a wonderful journal spread! Thanks for sharing the step-by-step guide to your creative process - such an inspiration!

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  48. mamablitger25 December 2016 at 07:39

    So funny..what a lot of colors. Very interesting to see how you build it up. Thank you for sharing.
    Hugs from Monica
    Spain

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  49. Glennis F25 December 2016 at 07:58

    Fantastic result, and gorgeous colours

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  50. Kristiina25 December 2016 at 08:39

    What a great way to work on black!

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  51. Darcydaydream25 December 2016 at 09:39

    great project and love the stencils you have used.

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  52. Frieda Oxenham25 December 2016 at 11:35

    I love the shaoes you've used as well as the colours. And the quotation is beautiful.

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  53. PiHi25 December 2016 at 11:39

    Lovely work. I might need that stencil too :) Merry christmas!

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  54. Jill McDowell25 December 2016 at 13:54

    Great page. There is a lot of interesting places to get lost in it.

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  55. archivedmemories25 December 2016 at 14:00

    wonderful page. Will try these techniques. I see some stencils in my future.

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  56. Anonymous25 December 2016 at 14:25

    Love this journal page. Beautiful colours!
    ( Annie )

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  57. Bohemian Craftsody25 December 2016 at 15:07

    Thanks for the inspiration!

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  58. Dee Spillane25 December 2016 at 15:13

    This is wonderful! I just love it and have to try it. Wow!

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  59. jean keay25 December 2016 at 17:17

    Absolutely Love your background. What wonderful work. Thanks for sharing. Jean.x

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  60. Trish25 December 2016 at 17:40

    Wow, it's amazing! I love all the layers and the black background makes it pop so well. Thank you for sharing x

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  61. Cocofolies25 December 2016 at 17:49

    Fabulous layering, I love the depth you have created here using almost only stencils!!!
    Great project and tutorial, thank you.
    I have also at home a Dylusions black journal not started yet, I really should have a try following your way, it's itching me now!! :)
    I take the opportunity to wish you a wonderful festive season, Merry Christmas! x

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  62. Jakki25 December 2016 at 18:19

    If you hadn't explained your process, I would never have been able to work out how you did it. Thank you so much for sharing because I feel emboldened to give this a try myself! I love the colours! Looks like PaperArtsy will be getting an order whether I win or not! :)

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  63. Cathy25 December 2016 at 18:40

    Very creative process. Love what you dud with the stencils in creating layers and interest.

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  64. Francine Perri25 December 2016 at 19:04

    Love your work and stencil girl thank you

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  65. Saraccino25 December 2016 at 20:27

    Love your project! And I definitely need all these stecils! :)

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  66. Cathy25 December 2016 at 20:32

    Gorgeous page, the colours are so striking.

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  67. Jeannette v.D.25 December 2016 at 22:42

    Wauw, so love your work. What a Great project with Great stencils and Great colours of paint.

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  68. Mickie25 December 2016 at 23:16

    Love the way you turn black into bright colour - fantastic page xx

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  69. Unknown26 December 2016 at 02:19

    Fun process. Thank you. I will try this in my black journal.

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  70. craftimamma26 December 2016 at 07:47

    Always love the way the you build up your layers Emma and this is no exception. Fabulous pages and step by step!

    Hugs
    Lesley Xx

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  71. Carol Plume26 December 2016 at 08:12

    Fab piece - great inspirational piece.

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  72. Craftyfield26 December 2016 at 10:20

    Using black is such a clever idea for the layering of other stencils. Love it!

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  73. Lisa Derby Oden26 December 2016 at 11:34

    Love your choice of stencils - and love the look you created. It IS magic itself!

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  74. Gail T26 December 2016 at 15:14

    Simplistically beautiful!

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  75. Gerrie Johnnic26 December 2016 at 15:39

    I have not committed to working on black yet...but after seeing what you have done I might be ready to try. This page really turned out great!

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  76. Sarah B26 December 2016 at 15:42

    Just love it - the main stencil is fab xx

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  77. Mary Holshouser26 December 2016 at 17:24

    So colorful and happy.
    Love the flowers tucked
    around the design.
    thanks for sharing.
    Happy New Year

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  78. Unknown26 December 2016 at 18:24

    Beautiful colors and patterns!

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  79. Claire26 December 2016 at 18:46

    Wow Emma I love the colours on this - they are fab! Great project for the hop! Claire x

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  80. Lauren Hatwell26 December 2016 at 20:05

    Wow! It's like watching magic happen. I love it! Lx

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  81. KatheD26 December 2016 at 21:42

    love this amazing combination of unrelated images into a cohesive whole!

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  82. Siobhan Brignull26 December 2016 at 22:42

    so effective I love it x

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  83. Nan26 December 2016 at 23:08

    Stunning page! All those layers are so interesting!

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  84. Catherine26 December 2016 at 23:40

    Magical page! Great inspiration!

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  85. Monica Garcia26 December 2016 at 23:51

    I love the contrast on the black journal!! Wonderful combination of elements too!

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  86. Beckie T.27 December 2016 at 04:24

    This is a great page, love how magic becomes real!

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  87. Mary C. Nasser27 December 2016 at 14:13

    Emma, I love EVERYTHING about this!! The colors, composition, patterns! What a perfect sentiment for the holidays, too!! So happy you are on this blog hop with us! xo

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  88. Amanda27 December 2016 at 14:41

    I LOVE this!!! It's got sort of a batik gelli-printed look to it with all of your layers!

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  89. Unknown27 December 2016 at 15:06

    This looks like a lot of fun. Thanks.

    Michelle Smith, MI

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  90. Yvonne27 December 2016 at 16:07

    I adore this page! SO beautiful! <3

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  91. Unknown27 December 2016 at 18:13

    Fun page! Love all the layers.

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  92. Stephanie28 December 2016 at 16:54

    Stunning page!

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  93. Doudoulina28 December 2016 at 22:32

    Very ingenious use of your main stencil, this is giving ideas for my back journal that was stumping me, thanks! Love the neon pink next to the black, so bold! Amazing layers. Love it!

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  94. Kim Dellow29 December 2016 at 10:48

    So fabulous Emma! just love the colours with the black. Gorgeous!

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  95. Wendy Mallas29 December 2016 at 11:14

    This is fantastic, Emma. Brilliant use of colour contrast. Love it. 😊 Xx

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  96. pearshapedcrafting29 December 2016 at 21:00

    This really is fabulous! Such brilliant colours!

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  97. Sarah Anderson29 December 2016 at 22:16

    this is truly stunning

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  98. McStamper30 December 2016 at 01:30

    Love your creative and beautiful project.

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  99. Craftychris30 December 2016 at 11:31

    Ooh this is real eye candy! Just gorgeous! xxx

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  100. Kirsten30 December 2016 at 12:20

    Gorgeous page, the colours look great against the black.

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  101. Bibliofil30 December 2016 at 13:28

    I really like how you used archival ink for your stencilling - lovely page!!

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  102. Lisa30 December 2016 at 14:30

    I shouldn't admit that I saw this piece and hadn't immediately put together the fact that you could lay the colors directly on top because the background is black and those colors spilling over the white stenciled edges won't show!!! I had a aha moment. Lol! Great piece.

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  103. mcsuetx30 December 2016 at 15:38

    The Black journal is so impressive. The design really stands out beautifully. The paints and stencils are perfect. I love the shimmery white.

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  104. Lucy30 December 2016 at 23:44

    So beautiful Emma, you have a way with colour,
    Lucy x

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  105. Choka31 December 2016 at 00:13

    Fab page - bold and yet delicate. Love it

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  106. Jan from Wyoming31 December 2016 at 02:23

    Ha! Ha! When I saw the main stencil I thought it looked like rows of teeth! (I was a dental assistant at one time.)You did a great job with that stencil and all the colors you used. I also liked the Puddles stencil. The black background was a nice idea. Cool project.

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  107. judi31 December 2016 at 03:41

    great project! love the white dots. . . .

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  108. alice k.31 December 2016 at 08:09

    I adore your project! Thanks for sharing!

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