What does it take for you to get in the zone for working in your journal or altered book? You know-that "just right" relaxed mood where the art and the layers just come to you and flow right through you? Well, I got into that zone the other night and did a cover for a new altered book that I am converting. Here , after lots of paint, sparkles, and bits and pieces is the finished product.
I used a dark green paint, then a gold shimmer paint on the panels in the centers. Then, I coated it with gel medium and sprinkled 3 different colors of Martha Stewart glitter on the gel medium. Then I stuck on the sequins and the x-shaped white pieces, and the sticky letters. Then I sprayed the whole thing with a Krylon clear coat. Once dry, none of the parts or pieces of this book cover are going to go anywhere!
I was definitely "in the zone" when doing this book cover! I have no idea where the title for the book came from, lol! Just out of my imagination, I suppose...About 2 hours passed without me realizing it. Don't you just love it when that happens?!
I also made some new Twinchies:
I really like the colors on these, and may be doing some mire detail to them before I call them "Finished"!
Happy Creating!
O yes!
ReplyDeleteLove it when I get in the zone and realize that I've forgotten the laundry, dishes, vacuuming, dinner... ; ) LOL!
Seriously, nothing is more re-energizing for me than to spend a bit of time forgetting about the world around me!
Love the cover and the twinchies are very cool! Do you have plans for them? I haven't tried this size myself, but I like what you've done.
Lotus
I DO love when that happens, Laura - when time just seems to evaporate. I can't wait for you to share what goes into your Book of Secrets. Oh, I forgot - they're secrets!
ReplyDeleteThe twinchies are gorgeous. I love the colors too.