Found Objects as frames

I have made a new video using found objects and turning them into frames on the Ice Resin Blog .Please go and visit and see what you think!

Art N Soul Blog Rolling on

The blog roll for Art n Soul Continues today it my turn Below are my classes. I so love going to Portland Art n Soul I have meet some wonderful people made lots of new friends there is a fun atomesphere we all share our love of Art. Im coming from Australia its so worth it.Enjoy my classes below.I will bring Aussie Chocolate I know I'm bribing you LOL   Secret Locket 9:00 - 4:30, Monday - Sept 30

In this Class learn etched metal Locket, you will discover a metal etching always fun. We also discover Patinas and metal folding , Inside will be a secret surprise.  Tin Pendants 6:30 - 9:30, Mon Eve  This is a favorite class of many students come and try it. Come and make this Little tin pendant we will construction the pendant using aging techinques and riveting then turning it into a wonderful pendant. Learn the aging process, rusting and patina’s. Looking glass book 9:00 - 4:30, Tuesday - Oct 1  This is a very beautiful book the size is about 3 x 4 inches In this Class learn how to make a glass and metal book, you will discover a metal binding technique ,metal etching always fun and glass effects. Learn how to drill a hole into glass safely. We discover Patinas , paint and a different and simple binding technique. Lady in the mirror book 9:00 - 4:30, Wednesday - Oct 2 Come along and learn the addictive technique of Metal etching. Discover how to make this vintage looking metal etched book learn how make the lady in the Mother of pearl frame using a mirror technique. Metal etching, patinas and Jewelry,cold connections techniques .Also learn the Coptic stitch to bind it all together. I warn you this is very addictive metal etching , Friday - Oct 4  Ice resin Molding and Bezel Making I  love ice resin this is a wonderful product this is a fun class ,we will also do some molding as well. In this class you will learn how to make simple brass bezel, adding your own special vintage finds to be incased with Ice resin. We will also be making a bracelet from a pre made bezel. Exploring Ice Resin and how to make a mold then mold a special piece out of Ice resin. Birdhouse pendant 9:00 - 4:30, Sunday - Oct 6   These are so cute and fun to make no experience needed to make these thats  what Im here for to teach you! Learn how to make this unique mini etched bird house. In this class you will learn how to metal etch in a very simple way. We will construct a mini bird house pendant . Make sure you check out tomorrow teacher  Barbara Worth Rainey http://fireflypress.blogspot.com/ Remember Jill Berry is giving away her amazing book so keep Hopping on our blog roll !

Art n Soul Blog roll giveway

This post is to introduce you to five other teachers who are teaching at Art n Soul in Portland Oregon  Sept 30^th to October 6th 2013, and to entice you to check out there classes. At the end of the week Jill Berry will post her classes and give you a chance at a giveaway, a mixed-media box of goodies and a copy of the Sketchbook Project.

The blogroll schedule. Check it out you have to be in it to win it

August 19 Serena Barton author of Wabi-Sabi Workshop
August 20 Clarissa Callesen    Clarissacallesen.blogspot.com
August 21 Liz Kettle http://www.textileevolution.com
August 22 Jen Crossley http://amarkintime.blogspot.com

/Barbara Worth Rainey http://fireflypress.blogspot.com/
August 23 Jill Berry Blog: http://jillberrydesign.com/blog/

The rules are that you need to leave a comment on the blog of the giveaways you want to participate in.

The winners will be chosen randomly on August 24th.

Bon Wee

Here is my latest project for the Ice Resin Design team I hope you like it
Bon Wee 
Instructions:
First, I painted the bottom of the bezel with a small amount of  the cream paint and allowed it to to dry.
I mixed up equal amounts of ICE Resin part A and B stir well for 2 minutes then let it sit for 5 minutes so the air bubbles will dissipate, and then poured the resin into the bezel –a small amount.
I then cut out the word Paris, and angled it so it is part in the resin and part out.
I used the Artisan X-plorer to and Fleur de Lis die to cut a tranparency.
When the resin has set, I added the transparency and adhered it to the top with a small amount of resin to the top edge.
I added a bead accent to the back of the bezel using some more ICE Resin as a glue. Add chain and beads to finish you piece.
Tools and Materials
Susan Lenart Kazmer™ for Spellbinders®  Media Mixáge™ Fleur de Lis  Bezels – Silver, MB2-001S
ICE Resin®
Cream acrylic paint
Collections Transparency
Beaded accent
Chain ,Findings
Assorted Beads
Jump rings
Spellbinders®  Artisan X-plorer™ Machine, MMM-001
Spellbinders®  Media Mixáge™ Fleur de Lis Dies, MD1-011
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Art Badges

 I have been working on some new Art badges or pins here are my first  ones,I plan on teaching them as well soon.Enjoy!