Gold Glitter Blast!!!

I am loving Gold right now - especially with some glitter.   I am talking some serious Glitter love And, there is nothing more fun than some Krylon Gold Blast Glitter.  Because it does BLAST - my backyard is proof of that.  But, as I will share soon, it can lightly add glitter to any painted piece
First up is my newest sign - Navy with Glitter!  And  YES!  Always know you are  a Big Deal !!!
I created this sign by making a stencil with my Silhouette Cameo.   

But, no worries if you don't have a Cameo. You can print this on Freezer paper (be sure to use Mirror Image) and cut it out yourself.  I have to note here that I did it by myself for a long time because there were too many things my kids needed   Once I was finally in a position to buy one of these amazing creatures it paid for itself in less than 5 month with Etsy sales.   So, just saying, if you are hesitant to get one trust me.  Go for it!   If nothing else, the drawing and design program is so easy to understand and work with.  It has been a life changer for me :)   And, I am just offering my own opinion - I am not affiliated with Silhouette America in any way.  But, I love this machine !!!!!

And, my favorite Elephant, painted with Krylon Dual Gold then sprayed with some Gold Blast!!!  He is my favorite photo prop right now.  He's looking good with my Golden Wake Up and Be Awesome signs :)

So, this is how it happened.  Bought the plastic Elephant at Target for $3.00.  Painted him gold with Krylon Dual.   (You could use any good Gold or other metal color - there are so many good ones out there)   Then, added some Krylon Gold Blast.  And, BLAST it does,   There is glitter all over my back yard (And that's not a bad thing - its a fun thing!)   As for the Elephant,   I have to say I love this guy :)   He is my favorite prop for my golden Wake Up and Be Awesome signs.

More Gold projects in the works   Gold Foil and Gold Heat Transfer  soon

Love learning Creative Lettering check out this link

Well Hello there all!!! I have a few new ideas getting ready to happen.   First is my favorite thing in the world - drawing and lettering :)   I am new to this and excited to start creating beautiful lettered signs and cards.  This post will list some of my biggest inspirations!

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And one of the best places to find the best of the best is here right in the Gboro

https://www.johnnealbooks.com/

I will add more to my list soon.  Once I figure out how to get my Brause Rose nib to work.  

Been Gone for a while Actually a Real Long Time....But, ready to shout out and make a differenc

First Post Back   loving my new sign

A Dollar Tree Merry & Bright Christmas Candle

Last year (2012) Holiday Season I spied some glass decorative candle glass holders in a local shop. Beautiful mirror and glass that I couldn't stop thinking about   So..... I created my version and here it is!

For this project you need:

Krylon Looking Glass Spray  (Usually in the floral section of craft stores)

Rustoleum Frosted Glass Spray

Dollar Tree  7" tall Vase or any glass vase, wine glass, etc you want to use.  

Stencil - I created mine with my Cameo but there are many ways to create designs.  wrap tape, rubber bands, etc  There are also some great adhesive stencils at your local craft store.

This is what I did

Cleaned the glass vase.  Then,  I used a cotton ball soaked in alcohol to get rid of any residue.

Created my "merry & bright" stencil with the Cameo.  If you don't have a Cameo or vinyl cutter no worries!!!  There are many adhesive stencils out there - Martha Stewart has several that work very well.  Or, as I said earlier, create abstract designs with tape, wrapped rubber bands, and anything that can be used as a stencil.

So, on to what I did:

I placed the stencil on my vase and used some painter's tape and Glad Press and Seal to keep the Looking Glass spray from "wandering"  

QUICK NOTE HERE - the Glad Press and Seal is one amazing tool you need in your DIY Arsenal!  I will let you know why (if you don't already know)  in a future post.

When you spray the Looking Glass spray, be sure to lightly spray each coat.  I think I actually sprayed 6 coats.  This stuff can really drip if used too heavily.   As you know, I am NOT a patient person.  But, I have learned the hard way that this amazing paint can't be rushed.  Trust me on this.  Also, do not touch the letters once they are finished and before the Frost Spray.  (I know this because I messed some letters up - I am messy and that's all I can say.)   But, this was an experiment so I charged on...

I let the Looking Glass spray dry well.  Then, I turned the vase up side down to be sure the Frost spray only covered the outside of the vase/candle holder.  

I have to say I am very pleased with the results!  For once, my little project has turned out the way I imagined :)  

I really love how this turned out!  I do want to try this again with a little smaller font.

As always, thank you for stopping by!

                 And, don't forget to SHINE ON!!!!

Linking up to: Debbiedoo's and Fox Hollow Cottage's Dollar Tree Christmas Party