Stencils and masks give you flexibility and take the guess work out of figuring out where you want them placed. In the video, you’ll see how having a mask lets you easily line up a stencil or audition the placement before you commit with paint. Then, you’ll see ways to use these stencils that don’t […]
Ever have trouble covering up a background? That didn’t happen here. Starting with an ugly background makes it easy to cover up. What did I use to cover it up? Stencil masks. They transformed the background that was yuck into colorful creatures. Feel free to chuckle about what my daughter pointed out to me in […]
Megan Whisner Quinlan: October 2021 StencilClub Stencils
Stencils and masks give you flexibility and take the guess work out of figuring out where you want them placed. In the video, you’ll see how having a mask lets you easily line up a stencil or audition the placement before you commit with paint. Then, you’ll see ways to use these stencils that don’t […]
Looking for some mixed-media inspiration for the new year? Carolyn Dube's mixed-media dice are sure to get your creative juices flowing.
Carolyn Dube: Art Journaling with StencilGirl Products
Are image transfers on fabric washable? Why do you use tin foil? I’m sharing the answers to these questions and more in the video as I use the InkAid image transfer process on fabric. But just so you know, you can do an image transfer on many different surfaces from paper, to wood, to metal- […]
Are image transfers on fabric washable? Why do you use tin foil? I’m sharing the answers to these questions and more in the video as I use the InkAid image transfer process on fabric. But just so you know, you can do an image transfer on many different surfaces from paper, to wood, to metal- […]
There are a 1,ooo ways to use a gel plate and what do I do? One of the simplest, most basic techniques. Why would that be a good thing? Because it kept me from falling into the trap of overthinking. Over thinking takes all the fun out of the play and I could feel my mind heading towards being stuck in the […]
There are only 3 steps to making these marbled papers. To get set up, all you need to do is put plain old tap water into a container then get ready to have fun playing! Sprinkle on the Easy Marble. Swirl the color around with a toothpick. Put your paper on the water and lift […]
Are image transfers on fabric washable? Why do you use tin foil? I’m sharing the answers to these questions and more in the video as I use the InkAid image transfer process on fabric. But just so you know, you can do an image transfer on many different surfaces from paper, to wood, to metal- […]
Is it good or bad to be impatient? Back before I had gray hair, I used to think it was a bad thing to be impatient. But my impatience about waiting for a background to dry led to an even better than what I had planned. In this video, I’m also sharing what I’m doing now […]
You’ve got a stack of gel prints but what can you do with them? Lots! You can celebrate with them, organize your office in style, wear your prints, play games with your prints, light up your home with gel prints and more. So many possibilities. But where do you start? How do you choose which […]
I had a plan and didn’t follow it from the very first moment. I had intended to just cover up part of a ho-hum layer, but in a flash, the whole thing was covered in gesso. In fact, it seemed that every time I had a plan, I didn’t follow it! Watch Wet paint + a […]
I adore using words in my art and art journaling so it is no surprise I designed Use Your Words for StencilGirl Products. This is not one stencil but really many stencils that can be used alone or together. I use this as one big stencil in my play but I also use just […]
These old, dingy mini lampshades needed to be replaced or rescued. So I grabbed my Gel Press plate and rescued them! The first thing that had to go was the yellowing from age color. Adding two colors of blue with a gel plate quickly covered up that drab old color. To get the pattern on […]
You’ll see my pen struggles, my OOPS stenciling, and a surprising message that came about on the page as I add more layers to an altered book journal. And you’ll see the cost of my impatience, that I don’t mind one bit. The stenciling began by going up and down, the best way to get […]
Come and play with Carolyn Dube in her on-line and in-person workshops. Gelli Printing, art journaling, mixed media and more for all skill levels of creatives!
What makes gel printing so much fun? Is it the magical way the layers build up? Is it the excitement of seeing what patterns stuff from around the house can make? Is it that no two prints are exactly alike? Yes to all of those and so many many more reasons! I’ve put together a free […]
Creating dimension and texture is easy when you’ve got modeling paste and stencils! It’s surprisingly like frosting a cake! Plus, if you’ve ever wondered what you can do with random backgrounds you’ve made, try modeling paste and word stencils. What’s in this video is just some of what you can do with modeling paste, and […]
Jane Davenport’s new media line called to me like a siren to a sailor as I walked by the display at Michaels. Washi tape, Mermaid Markers, how could I resist? I picked up a few of them and took them for a ride in my art journal to see if they were as wonderful […]
Looking for some mixed-media inspiration for the new year? Carolyn Dube's mixed-media dice are sure to get your creative juices flowing.
StencilGirl® Products Presents Art House designed by Carolyn Dube as it's July 2022 StencilClub Exclusive
What can you do with all those gel prints you’ve made? That’s a question I get asked a lot and in this video I’m sharing how I use them with stencils. This technique works with any prints you have, from ones you love to ones you don’t! Adding the stenciling can really shift how they […]
Are image transfers on fabric washable? Why do you use tin foil? I’m sharing the answers to these questions and more in the video as I use the InkAid image transfer process on fabric. But just so you know, you can do an image transfer on many different surfaces from paper, to wood, to metal- […]
There’s a secret to the Reflecting Rainbows stencil. Each half is a mask for the other half with just a flip of the stencil. How does that work? It’s easier to see than read, so in the video, I’m sharing how I build a rainbow. Plus, there’s something that took me surprise about that stencil! […]
While playing with Color Bloom spray inks I found one way they were far superior to other spray inks I've used - and that is with a stamp. Video on the blog
Stencil & mask sets can make your life so much easier. How? Because it lets you see what things will look like before you commit with paint. You’ll see how on these gel prints as I create quick cards in the video. Start by grabbing some colorful or patterned papers. I’m using gel prints and […]
I adore using words in my art and art journaling so it is no surprise I designed Use Your Words for StencilGirl Products. This is not one stencil but really many stencils that can be used alone or together. I use this as one big stencil in my play but I also use just […]
I had a bunch of requests for how I made the ransom style lettering using gel prints and stencils from my last blog post. You asked, and I listened! Here’s the video showing you all the techniques I used. In there you’ll see how to stencil the speedy way if you’re doing a lot of […]
There are dangers to beware of when art journaling. You’re not in danger, actually the opposite because art play is soul nourishment and a way to release stress. But it can rather hazardous to certain art supplies. One art supply isn’t gonna make it out of this play alive- see what happens in the video. […]
How to Make a Graffiti Surface Pattern with StencilGirl Stencils by Martice Smith II
Ever get an idea and then halfway through then realize what you’ve gotten yourself into? That was what happened with the journaling on this page. It takes a lot of writing to fill a page lol! But it did create the look I Start with some gel printed some tissue paper. You can see how […]
What happens when I actually use some of my stash of washi tape? Wild things thanks to a little stencil fun inspired by Mary Beth Shaw. Stencils are tools that can be used more than one way with washi tape and you can see how in the video plus how using tissue paper makes stenciling words […]
Curious about gel printing and what you need to get started? All you need are the 3 P’s: paint, paper, and a gel plate to make your first gel print. In the video I’m sharing the process step-by-step so you can make your first prints including how to make ombre prints. But be warned, making your own […]
Can creating complex layers on a gel plate be simple? Absolutely! Layering comes down to just 2 factors. Once you understand how to use these 2 factors on a gel plate, you can consistently create the kinds of prints you want. And more importantly, have even more fun printing! You can use the slap-dash method […]
UPDATE***Permission to Play 2.0 – all new and updated is now open for registration*** This free workshop shares 3 of the ways I reclaimed my sense of play. You’ll see these in action while we make an art journal out of ordinary cardboard as I share some of my favorite mixed media techniques. Get signed up and […]
Can creating complex layers on a gel plate be simple? Absolutely! Layering comes down to just 2 factors. Once you understand how to use these 2 factors on a gel plate, you can consistently create the kinds of prints you want. And more importantly, have even more fun printing! You can use the slap-dash method […]
You’ve got a stack of gel prints but what can you do with them? Lots! You can celebrate with them, organize your office in style, wear your prints, play games with your prints, light up your home with gel prints and more. So many possibilities. But where do you start? How do you choose which […]
What is the “right” way to monoprint with a stencil? Do you put the paint on the gel plate first or do you put the stencil on first? Both ways work wonderfully which means however you want to print with a stencil is the right way! What about the size of the stencil and gel plate? […]
What’s a Spark of Art-spiration? It is a springboard for your creative play that comes weekly in the newsletter. How do you use a Spark? Print out the high resolution Spark on a printer, any printer- ink jet or laser, in whatever size you want and then play. You have complete freedom to experiment, play, explore. What if […]
Imagine an artful weekend of gel printing loaded with techniques and projects all while being pampered…a private room,scrumptious homemade meals and freedom to work at your own pace! Cozing up by the fire laughing and playing, pouring a glass of wine and having a quiet conversation, or enjoy the walking trails and labyrinth. That is […]
