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Post by scrapperlady on Jul 26, 2014 21:08:13 GMT
I want to take the plunge into designing watercolor pieces/backgrounds for my LO's & would love to hear your tips/techniques and see what you have created.
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Post by anonrefugee on Jul 26, 2014 21:51:00 GMT
I should try, but I feel so obligated to use the tons of pre-made paper I've bought.
That's probably a dilemma for another thread. I realize my over shopping has distanced me from part of the hobby I enjoy. Trying to find balance...
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Post by judyc on Jul 26, 2014 23:20:33 GMT
I love watercolors and have started using them on some of my pages. I always use pattered paper too, though, either mount the layout with the water color background on patterned paper (like Wilna always does), or use patterned paper layers alongside the watercolors (like Anna Maria). I don't have any examples posted, sorry. The only tip I have is do the watercoloring before you add anything to the layout, then arrange (but don't attach) your photos and embellishments. If you don't like it, add more color, or start over. (I've had to do both.)
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Post by toby2014 on Jul 26, 2014 23:22:42 GMT
Yet another technique I want to try! Hoping someone will post their layouts or hints!!
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Post by scrapperlady on Jul 27, 2014 1:46:58 GMT
I love watercolors and have started using them on some of my pages. I always use pattered paper too, though, either mount the layout with the water color background on patterned paper (like Wilna always does), or use patterned paper layers alongside the watercolors (like Anna Maria). I don't have any examples posted, sorry. The only tip I have is do the watercoloring before you add anything to the layout, then arrange (but don't attach) your photos and embellishments. If you don't like it, add more color, or start over. (I've had to do both.) I will have to check out Wilna's work a bit more. I wil also have to check out Anna Maria's LO's. I have never seen her work. Do you have a link? Loved your tips - TFS!. |
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Post by craftygamer on Jul 27, 2014 6:48:43 GMT
I am/was interested in watercolors, too, so I started a thread about it here: 2peasrefugees.boards.net/thread/2599/question-who-use-watercolors. I found the resources listed to be very helpful, and even went out and bought a set of watercolors. Now, I just need to set some time aside to experiment with them. HTH! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk |
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Post by scrapperlady on Jul 27, 2014 14:37:10 GMT
I am/was interested in watercolors, too, so I started a thread about it here: 2peasrefugees.boards.net/thread/2599/question-who-use-watercolors. I found the resources listed to be very helpful, and even went out and bought a set of watercolors. Now, I just need to set some time aside to experiment with them. HTH! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Thanks for the link! I joined after that thread was posted so; I missed it. |
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Post by craftygamer on Jul 27, 2014 21:42:36 GMT
You're welcome! Hope at least some of that info helps you. :-)
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Post by scrapperlady on Jul 29, 2014 20:07:12 GMT
A couple of simple ideas for those just getting started:  |
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Post by lisavb on Jul 29, 2014 20:40:42 GMT
I've been using watercolors more on my cardmaking than scrapbook layouts lately (that could be that I haven't made a page since April though LOL).
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Post by anniefb on Jul 29, 2014 20:41:43 GMT
Very nice scrapperlady! I just got some watercolours too and hope to try a few things out this weekend. |
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Post by monil on Jul 29, 2014 21:06:15 GMT
I've mainly used Gelatos on backgrounds, around the edges or under layered elements in the middle. I started using them because I wanted to add bright color to vanilla cardstock (and wasn't finding paper like that) to then brighten up some older BG papers I wanted to use up.   I've also used pan watercolors to color in die-cuts from watercolor paper since, again, I wasn't finding what I needed pre-made.  |
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Post by scrapperlady on Jul 29, 2014 22:28:57 GMT
Monil - I LOVE your LO's! Your use of Gelatos and watercolors is awesome!! I am definitely going to try a few scraplifts using your LO's as my inspiration.
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Post by anniefb on Jul 29, 2014 22:52:57 GMT
Gorgeous monil! Do you always use watercolour paper? |
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Post by woodysbetty on Jul 30, 2014 0:52:15 GMT
Wow - monil those page are fabulous !!!!!!
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monil
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Post by monil on Jul 30, 2014 3:40:42 GMT
Awhh, thank you ladies!
And no, sometimes I use cardstock mainly if I want a yellow cast to it like my first two examples. If I use cardstock then I go with gelatos because I add the color dry and then just use a wet brush (or a wet finger if it's stuck on the texture) to blend which means that my paper holds it's shape better. I have an 11x14 pad of watercolor paper so if I use that I will have to make my background 11x11 and then back it with patterned paper. Not only is it significantly cheaper than the next size up but it's nice to add the patterned paper to make it sturdier. It's much easier to get watercolor to "play nice" on watercolor paper and that is what I started out with.
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Post by craftygamer on Jul 30, 2014 4:18:36 GMT
Monil, those pages are so pretty! Nice job. You have inspired me to start trying out my watercolors. Thanks for sharing!
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