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Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
Description
Learn from craft master Courtney Cerruti as she demonstrates how to use the Gelli Plate to make layered and textural prints. The silicone plate is infinitely reusable and is adept at printing both flat shapes and dimensional items like botanicals, fibers, textiles and more. Learn how to print on both paper and fabric in a process that is fast and addictive. The unexpected beauty in every print ignites an insatiable curiosity that can only be cured...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
Description
Learn how to make simple watercolor cards that you'll enjoy making just as much as your friends and family will enjoy receiving. Courtney Cerruti demonstrates how to create elegant motifs using watercolor and simple brushstrokes or how to use a stencil to apply watercolor if you feel intimidated by the medium. Learn how to personalize your cards with a family photo and make photocopies to create an entire set of handmade cards. Finally, add that same...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
Description
Making personalized pop-up cards is a breeze with this simple-yet-effective class featuring the Cricut Maker cutting machine. Artist and instructor, Courtney Cerruti, shows you how to work with a pre-made template in Cricut's Design Space to cut out your paper pieces. Once the cutting is done, you'll learn how to paint a bouquet of flowers and assemble your beautiful pop-up card. Click here to learn how to make a custom envelope and liner for your...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
Description
Learn the basics of collage from multi-media artist, Courtney. From gathering your materials to building a base layer to adding decorative elements, Courtney walks you through the entire creative process of assembling a collage so that you can make a signature masterpiece of your own. This is a perfect class for beginners and those who want to tap into their creativity--in fact, the hardest part about collage is learning how to narrow down your materials...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
Description
What is book art? It is a way to merge art and bookbinding techniques to make a one-of a-kind handmade book. With a Master's degree in book art and creative writing, Creativebug staffer Faith Hale shares her passion by demonstrating a technique, structure, or prompt every day for an entire month. Working alongside Faith, you will create a totally unique book page by page, building skills and techniques as you go. You'll learn how to cut flaps, create...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
Description
If you can trace an image, you can make a blotted line monoprint. Artist Extraordinaire Courtney Cerruti has spent years incorporating this technique into her art practice and shows you everything she's learned in this daily practice class series. First made popular by Andy Warhol, this technique utilizes just a few unique materials that create inky outlines that can then be colored in and embellished. In addition to perfecting your monoprinting technique,...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
Description
Learn how to turn simple blocks of wood, photocopies and beeswax into personal works of art. With their lived-in patina, these storyblocks offer endless options to personalize. Courtney will teach you specific techniques, along with how to best select images, and tips for composition and decoration.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
Description
Learn how to create an easy, eye-catching sign - perfect for décor or special events. Courtney will show you how to arrange vinyl stickers for your lettering, then create a rustic, salty finish using a combination of water-based and oil-based paint layers.
9) Tape 101
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Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
Description
Ever wondered why there are so many different types of tape? In this overview, mixed media artist Courtney Cerruti explains the characteristics of the most commonly available tapes--like masking, painter's, duct, double-sided, decorative washi, and glue dots--and demonstrates the best uses for each. You will learn which tape is best for taping papers, photos, card stock, and other mixed media, as well as fun ideas for using these common tapes in entirely...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
Description
Whether you're hosting a dinner party or a special holiday gathering, we all know that lighting is key. Learn an easy way to transform plain glass votives using paper doilies and spray paint - perfect for adding sparkle to a dinner table or cozy nook.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
Description
Learn how to make a nautically inspired necklace using twine or decorative rope. Courtney will teach you how to create a small Monkey's Fist Knot pendant, and then add a vibrant accent with colored cord. This is a great summertime craft for sailors and land-lovers alike.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
Description
Create a rustic looking chalkboard sign that you can change with the seasons. Using the magic of steel wool and apple cider vinegar, Courtney guides you through aging a wooden frame to perfection. You will learn how to create your own chalkboard backing and then complete the project with a message written in chalk.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
Description
Turn those small, intimate moments from life into a permanent treasure by transferring them onto wood. Working with photos printed out on laser copies,Courtney Cerruti shows you how to create the transfers, offering a few different finishing techniques to customize your miniature works of art.The wood adds luminosity and brings out the beautiful, muted colors in your photograph. Learn more about laser copies here.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
Description
Transform kids' faces into Halloween classics with creative face painting. Courtney Cerruti shows how to use different kind of paints to create a tiger, zombie, and vampire. Once you've learned a few tricks about applying face paint, you can use it create any disguise quickly and artfully.
15) Paper 101
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
Description
Explore the wide world of paper with mixed media artist, Courtney Cerruti. Even though paper surrounds us constantly, Courtney approaches this ubiquitous material with an artist's eye. She explains which papers are best for different types of crafting -- from cards and collages to book crafts and paper flowers. You'll learn about the weight of different kinds of paper and their inherent qualities so you will bring knowledge as well as creativity to...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
Description
In this class, Courtney demonstrates how to work with paper clay to make gorgeous, personalized ornaments. Paper clay is an air-dry medium (no baking required), making this the perfect project for kids and adults alike. Once your ornaments are cut out and have dried, learn how decorate them with gold leaf, watercolor, and little messages. Hang these ornaments on the tree or tie them to gifts for an extra special handmade touch.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
Description
Learn how to use a Cricut Explore to cut out bird-shaped confetti from paper -- perfect for any celebration. A template is provided so that you can cut out a whole sheet at once, and as an added bonus, Courtney shows a fun, simple way to package confetti as a handout for party guests.
19) Paste Paper
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
Description
Create original, hand-painted paste paper to use as gift wrap, holiday decorations, or any other use you can imagine. Courtney shows how to create graphic and colorful designs that can be customized in any way. You'll learn how to create patterns and how to layer them for beautiful effect. It's like finger painting for grown-ups!
20) Image Transfers
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
Description
Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned artist, learning how to create image transfers will introduce you to a whole new world of using creative imagery in your work. Courtney will show you the best methods for a range of techniques using inexpensive materials, including how to create transparent layers. The resulting images are beautiful for adding dimension and depth to various art projects, from paper arts and collage, to fiber arts and more.