Mini book with creative team member Mary Syzmanski

Posted Mar 21, 2018

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I recently purchased some blank 12×12 cardstock and love making mini books out of them. This is a simple technique for making a really cute little book.

You only need paper, scissors and glue, and you can decorate it any way you choose. I wanted to highlight Shawn’s awesome stencil collection here, so I used 7 great background stencil she designed to complete the first side. On the back, I used a simpler abstract technique- brayer the colors on and use one stencil sheet with a pop of white to finish it. Fold, cut, and viola! A cute little project that takes about an hour to complete. 🙂

Enjoy the video

My Supply List:

12×12 White cardstock

Shawn Petite stencils-

Geometric Triangles

Stacked Stones

Tiles

Background Words

Round Abouts

Old World

Various acrylic paints

Golden Fluid Acrylics

Gelli Arts Acrylics

Americana Decor Chalky Finish

Art C semigloss, metallic and ultra chalk

LIQUITEX White Gesso

7 Dots Studio Quote Sticker

Distress Embossing Ink

Personal Stamp Exchange Gold Embossing

Powder

Pigma Micron Pen- Black 01

Scotch Expressions Washi Tape

Bone Folder

Scissors

Ranger Glossy Accents

Brayer

Cosmetic Sponges

You can see more from Mary here:

www.instagram.com/motleymixedmedia

www.facebook.com/motleymixedmedia there’s a group and a page- I’m more active in the group.

Be inspired, create and know that you are loved!

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Posted Mar 21, 2018

shawn petite in her studio in front of an easel

Hello there! I’m Shawn Petite

I’ve been teaching and creating for well over 30 years. About 15 years ago I found my art soul mate in mixed media, and it changed my life! I love the story that can be told by combining paint, texture, ink, paper and—really anything that you can imagine.

But what I’m truly passionate about is being your guide, walking with you step by step and helping you become your own hero in your creative journey.

Along my path, I’ve learned that the creating art also creates a healing space. Life can be messy and complicated and painful, but something about a paint brush can help heal your soul.

Join me on this journey of art and inspiration!