Hello Helmar fans! It's Kisha here and I'm so excited to share my first post for the New Year with you today. Along with sharing this post, the ATC's you see here will also be shared with other's as mini works of art.
I like the idea of using my fabric scraps as the base for the ATC's. However, before they can become the base the fabric must be stiff or almost paper like.
To achieve this paper like texture, I used Helmar Fabric Stiffener and Draping Liquid. I simply cut my fabric pieces to size then brushed on the Fabric Stiffener and allowed it to dry over night.
Once the fabric is dry you will be able to dry emboss it adding more texture. I love the effect the embossing folder has on denim.
Next, let's begin adding the layers and embellishments. I adhered all of my layers using Helmar Craft and Hobby PVA Glue.
Next of course everyone loves a little dimension on their projects. Using Helmar Zapdots White Round 1/2" for an added pop to each card is perfect. Also for those smaller more narrow embellishments, I use the negative of the pop dots (the section shown where the round has been removed).
Here's an upclose view of the felt and denim ATC's
I hope you have been inspired to create your own mini works of art to share with other crafters and friends.
Until next time…
Enjoy!
