Lilith Eeckels' canvases are always amazing and the one she's going to show us how to create today featuring mixing and matching lines is no exception!
CANVAS by Lilith Eeckels
Supplies: Sydney's Snapshot Paper (35688) - Sketchbook, 6x6 Paper Pad (35696) – Sketchbook, 6x6 Paper Pad (35658) – Neapolitan, 6x6 Paper Pad (35743) – Shoreline, Journal Black (53337) – Thickers, Scene Cascade (53341) – Thickers; Other: Font HaloHandletter, Silhouette Cameo, circle pattern
Step 1: Grab all your supplies. In addition to the American Crafts supplies listed above, you'll need a canvas, gesso, and water based varnish-glue.
Step 2: Prime your canvas using the gesso. Use an old credit card to apply it. Don't try to get it smooth; an uneven look adds a lot of interest. Leave it to dry for at least a couple of hours and even a day if you are patient!
Step 3: Choose different 6x6 papers and cut out the shape using a Silhouette. You could use dies and a die cutting machine and mix shapes if you don't have a Silhouette.
Step 4: Start assembling the different pieces. Glue them down using the varnish-glue. Add one or two layers of varnish over the top once you have finished adhering all the cut outs - this will protect the canvas and gives it a nice shine. For extra detail add some black India ink splatters.
Step 5: Add a quote. I used two different types of Thickers and also cut out part of the saying with my Cameo.
Thanks for stopping by and taking a look!
This is so beautiful, Lilith! I love the bright colors but still soft too. Would love this hanging in my house!
Posted by: Patricia | Tuesday, June 05, 2012 at 10:08 AM
So cool Lilith! Love that it is predominantly white but still feels colourful with the touches you have added!
Posted by: Bente Fagerberg | Tuesday, June 05, 2012 at 10:48 AM
Gorgeous! It will look beautiful hanging!
Posted by: Brenda B | Tuesday, June 05, 2012 at 12:39 PM
amazing project Lilith!!
Posted by: sophie | Tuesday, June 05, 2012 at 12:54 PM
Gorgeous!! Love the colors.
Posted by: Jessy Christopher | Tuesday, June 05, 2012 at 04:25 PM
Beautiful canvas :)
Posted by: Fleur Smith | Tuesday, June 05, 2012 at 05:40 PM
Ansolutley adore the colors and patterns on here, Lilith!
Posted by: Anabelle | Wednesday, June 06, 2012 at 02:51 AM
she has this eye for design!
Posted by: Mandy Szeto | Thursday, June 07, 2012 at 03:59 PM