Here's a progression of my paintings:

The paper and paint quality is important

Some teachers say it isn't important what paper or paint you start with. Get a feel for the process. That might be somewhat true, but I have found that quality paint and high grade paper make a huge different in the brilliance of the painted picture.

This is done with 140lb paper, but not high grade. And with student grade paints. Still was happy with the results.

A Good First Try...

My Exploration of Water Painting.

And then just played with color and leaf shapes. :)









So I made a few smaller pictures based on a few lessons I found online. Getting a little better I think.

















Next tried to do a monochrome type mountain scene.

still missing something.. like skill!









Tried a bit of clouds and mountains... Not too impressive.

Tutorial: Paper Sizes and Folds 2

You can always use an 81/2 x 11 size paper to make any of the folds and cards I will be demonstrating but if you would like to have the A4 card to start with this is the process to take.

Take a 12x12 cardstock and cut it at 11 3/4".















Turn it on its side and cut it at 3 3/4"













Now you have the A4 Card that can be used horizontally or vertically. By folding it in half you will have a A5 card that can used horizontally or vertically.













By folding the A5 in half to get the A6 card.

Tutorial: Paper Sizes and Folds

After you have made a few cards with the basic fold in the center you will be ready to try some new folds and designs. On the side panel I will have links to a tutorial section demonstrating a variety of folds and designs for you to try! J

Paper sizes: The North American letter paper size is typically 8½”x11”. Another common size is the 12”x12” The rest of the world goes by the metric measurements and the typical size is an A4 card- 21 cm by 29.7 cm which is slightly longer and not as wide.

A visual comparison:

Red= 12x12

white= A4

grey= 81/2 x 11

I will be using the A4 card size often as it works well for various card making patterns.

Second Monday Creation

I started with a fun paper, added coordinating papers, a paper flower and a short sentiment... It's a basic card that could become a birthday card, or a 'just because' card!

How to:
Purple Cardstock- Recollections
Glamgal Words- Recollections
Embossed flowers- Cuttlebug
Ink- Teal Craftsmart
Dreams- Create a Critter Cricut Cart

I'm beginning to LOVE my Create a Critter Cart!

Stay outside the box!

Julie