Hey everyone! Donna left the blog in our hands and we are going to have a BLAST while she is gone! Bill, Stephen, and I (Melissa) each have 3 days to entertain you...
I am kicking off day one with a gelli plate tutorial using new Glitz Design wooden stamps and roller stamps.
I hope you enjoy my first video, please let me know what other videos or gelli techniques you'd like to see. I still have TWO more days *gulp* and we might be a tad competitive around the studio :)
If you live in NC I would love for you to join me for a gelli class in the Studio.
Supplies used:
padded mailer
110 lb. card-stock
Don't forget to leave a comment on the blog by 9:00 am EST August 30th. I will use rafflecopter to pick a winner.
Also if you have not had the chance yet, be sure to check out Donna's "the ART of GELLI prints" online workshop
Fun video with lots of info! Way to go Melissa! I might have to sign up for a class to learn more!
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Posted by: Dani | August 29, 2013 at 03:27 PM
Melissa:
Thanks for the video. I don't have a gelli plate (yet), and would like to see a video using stencils and masks.
Thanks again -
Debra Stewart
Posted by: [email protected] | August 29, 2013 at 03:29 PM
really learned a lot from your video. Question when you use the ink why is it not leaving a permanent impression? The inks are what I would like to learn more about. Can you use the sprays with the geli can you use watercolors etc.
Thank you for all the information.
Posted by: Angela | August 29, 2013 at 03:32 PM
Fun! I have never tried gelli plates so I guess I just want to see any new techniques you can show. Inks maybe? I may have to get myself a gelli plate.
Posted by: PamB | August 29, 2013 at 03:42 PM
Melissa you rock! Wow, what a great video and so much tips in such a short time! Super! So Donna you will be glad to know your blog is in good hands! I would like to see the best way to work on a journal directly, using masks and catalyst wedges... Can't wait to see your 2nd video! Big hug and I'm wondering what Bill will tell us :-)!
Posted by: Nancy Aper | August 29, 2013 at 03:52 PM
I loved the idea of printing on envelopes .. why not ?! Just adds more fun to mail. And the use of the embossing folder was super smart ... never thought of that before !! I would be happy to watch any videos you do. Thanks !!
Posted by: pam | August 29, 2013 at 03:52 PM
Wow!!!! Such wonderful tips on working with the gelli plate! Thank you for sharing so many creative ideas!
Posted by: Lisa Castillo | August 29, 2013 at 03:53 PM
oops ... messed up my email & blog ... too excited about the gelli printing ...
Posted by: pam | August 29, 2013 at 03:54 PM
Great video Melissa! I have just started playing with gelli plates...so much fun. I love your techniques as I too like the subtle and textured layers. I have been seeing some wonderful mini art journals and handmade envelopes using deli paper. I would love to see you do a video using deli paper. It has that transparent look that I think would be awesome with your beautiful layers.
Posted by: Hope Amen | August 29, 2013 at 03:54 PM
Melissa - great video w/ lots of information~! Never even thought about using stamps on my gelli :D Love to see something about how to incorporate prints into journals, etc.
Posted by: Shaunna Nalinnes | August 29, 2013 at 03:56 PM
Wow! I have never been terribly interested in gelli plates, but after watching this, I think I need to get one. What about using tombow or copic markers? Can you use watercolor sprays/ paints?
Thanks for the chance to win!
Kathy
Posted by: Kathy Shabowski | August 29, 2013 at 04:01 PM
Great video! I don't have a gelli plate, yet, but would like to see more videos on stencials and anything really, Loving the great inspiration. :) Thanks for sharing
Posted by: Megan Johnson | August 29, 2013 at 04:03 PM
That was an interesting video. I also do NOT have a gelli plate... yet. (It's on my want list)
I would love to see the how-to involved with creating more than just a background. A scene? A picture? Is it possible?
Donna would be proud of you. :-)
Posted by: Barb | August 29, 2013 at 04:09 PM
I enjoyed the video. I find it fascinating to watch 3-D printing; keys, washers, etc. But, beyond that I'd really like to see what you do with your finished papers.
Posted by: Chandra | August 29, 2013 at 04:11 PM
WOOHOOO....WAY TO GO MELISSA!! Job well done! LOVE THE STAMPS
Posted by: Ali Gitt | August 29, 2013 at 04:11 PM
Love the idea of doing it on the bubble envelope. Gonna do that one for sure. Thanks for making this so much fun. I have really enjoyed it. Saw someone doing it on material but it was all the same material and I was wondering how it would do on different material surfaces.
Posted by: Paula Haynes | August 29, 2013 at 04:16 PM
Some great ideas Melissa! Love printing on the envelope and the stamp mask!
Posted by: Cindy (Junque Art) | August 29, 2013 at 04:28 PM
Melissa you did a wonderful job with the video and gave me some really great ideas. I would like to see how you make designs using deli paper and if you can make prints of words and writing using the gelli print. I will definitely watch future videos.
Posted by: Glenda Hoagland | August 29, 2013 at 04:34 PM
You did an Awesome job!! Any technique would be fine for your next video, I have never used a gelli plate before, would love to know what else you can do with it.
Posted by: Melinda Ferraz | August 29, 2013 at 04:40 PM
Great Video..Although i do not have a gelli plate you showed interesting stuff.Keep the videos coming. Thanks
Posted by: Aish S | August 29, 2013 at 04:47 PM
Wow, I've never even heard of a gelli plate before - superb job! I am loving all the things that it does! Thank you for sharing :) Looking forward to tomorrow's post!
Posted by: Margie aka The Bumble Girl | August 29, 2013 at 04:52 PM
Awesome video Melissa with a lot of fun techniques! Great idea for mail art! How 'bout gelli printing on a Studio apron next time?!... I've not tried printing on materials or canvas... would love to know the special tricks and tips for that. thanks
Posted by: Caroline Duncan | August 29, 2013 at 05:39 PM
Great video, Melissa. Lots of tips to try. I'd love to watch anything you choose. Just surprise us.
Posted by: Carol M | August 29, 2013 at 05:42 PM
Wow, your video was GREAT, Melissa. Where do you get gelli plates? And would it work with fabric? I would love to see some word art and more actual projects with the prints. Can't wait to see more from you!!
Posted by: Kristin 🐩 | August 29, 2013 at 05:54 PM
wow oh wow...I did not know about stamping or embossing plates or even trying plates with envelopes. Really like the effects. Thanks
Posted by: pat q | August 29, 2013 at 05:58 PM
Hi Melissa--Thanks for the informative video. I have never worked with gelli plates before, so I signed up for the class. I would really like to see a demo of using gelli plate techniques directly in an art journal. I notice you always use separate sheets of paper (or envelopes), but you should be able to use it directly in a journal. Thanks. I'm looking forward to your class.
Posted by: JRS | August 29, 2013 at 06:05 PM
Awesome video Melissa!!!! Using the mask was something I had not seen with the gelli plate and loved it. You have lots of tricks up your sleeve, but I would love to see how you incorporate your prints in a finished piece of art- a journal page, on a canvas, combined with other mediums, etc :-)
Posted by: Ellie Moore | August 29, 2013 at 06:07 PM
What a great video!!! I love jazzing up my packaging when I send people little treats in the mail. Now I just have to go out and get myself a gelli plate!!!
Posted by: Ellen Andrew | August 29, 2013 at 06:30 PM
i took donna's gelli e-course. it was great! I've referred to it several times for ideas. fun!
Posted by: Susie King | August 29, 2013 at 06:36 PM
Great video! Never knew about masking paper. Really enjoyed it.
Posted by: Kathy Adams | August 29, 2013 at 06:44 PM
Wow, I learned a lot today. Thank you so much, I think I need Dona's class. I would like to see how you draw on the gelli plate.
Posted by: Peggy McDevitt | August 29, 2013 at 06:45 PM
I would like to see using stencils. I tried and mine just turned into a spread of colors - no pattern.
Posted by: Redonna | August 29, 2013 at 07:09 PM
AWESOME! i fail on the gelli plate, i don't have the right tools. but i would love to see how to turn your gelli print into something awesome! and ive heard of using it with packaging tape.... i would like to know how to do that! thanks for the video :)
Posted by: Emma | August 29, 2013 at 07:34 PM
I'd like to see more gelli printing on fabric and the kinds of things you can do with it. Also it'd be great to see a scene, say a landscape. Thanks for the video, you did a great job.
Erika
Posted by: Erika Grasmick | August 29, 2013 at 07:40 PM
Great job in the video..... and would be beyond excited if i won the gift...thanks for the chance....
Posted by: Harriet | August 29, 2013 at 07:54 PM
Awesome. I have been wanting to use one for a while. You make it look easy and that makes me feel I can handle it! LOL. I would love to see more about masking and using stencils and printing on unique items. loved that you used an envelope.
Posted by: Kimberly DeLapp | August 29, 2013 at 07:56 PM
Wonderful. You are a great art teacher!
I would love to see a video on "now what?"
I have pulled two colors on several prints, they are just sitting on the floor in my work room."Now what do I do with them not to make a hot mess putting on more colors?"
Posted by: Nnacy Lee | August 29, 2013 at 08:08 PM
Great video with some awesome techniques. Now I have something to do with all my Stampin' Up stamp rollers (that I never use)! How about some techniques with fabrics?
Posted by: Andrene | August 29, 2013 at 08:10 PM
I thoroughly enjoyed your video Melissa and must admit that I would love to sign up for an upcoming gelli class with you. Thanks so much for sharing your information!
Cheryl Arnold
Posted by: Cheryl Arnold | August 29, 2013 at 08:15 PM
I don't own a gelli plate yet. I was wondering if you could print straight into an art journal? Loved your video!
Posted by: Becca | August 29, 2013 at 08:19 PM
Great job! I would like to learn more about printing onto a canvas with my Gelli plate.
Posted by: Barb R | August 29, 2013 at 08:48 PM
What a great video! Thanks for all the tips. I would like to see more layers done with different masks on each layer.
Posted by: Debbie J | August 29, 2013 at 09:59 PM
Mellissa,
Enjoyed your video. I would like to see some ideas using deli paper. Especially using the stamps. Also is it difficult to clean wood block rubber stamps when used with paint?
Posted by: Barbara Konopa | August 29, 2013 at 10:14 PM
thank you for the video. since I don't have a gelli plate, how about techniques using different texture pastes or embossing folders.
Posted by: grace | August 29, 2013 at 10:27 PM
This video is getting me closer and closer to try Gelli printing. I enjoyed all the different techniques.
Posted by: phoenix ewing | August 29, 2013 at 10:41 PM
Thanks, Melissa, for the video. NEVER thought of using embossing folders! I would like to see some ideas on incorporating gelli prints into scrapbooking. How do you have a great gelli print and still have the pictures stand out?
Posted by: Kim Gnagy | August 29, 2013 at 10:56 PM
You did a great job on your first video, Melissa! I haven't opened my Gelli plate yet but am ready to go. I would be interested In a video showing how you use the prints in your artwork (love the envelope idea, btw). Also, any tips for first time users of a Gelli plate - what to do, not do, etc. Looking forward to the "blog takeover" while Donna's away!
Posted by: Grenae Thompson | August 29, 2013 at 11:12 PM
what a great video!!! looks like fun! i don't have a gelli plate but may have to remedy that, lol!! i too would love to see more videos incorporating using stencils! i have a ton of those and would like to see how i could get more use out of them with this gelli plate! look forward to seeing you do more melissa! have a great weekend!!
Posted by: kim smart | August 29, 2013 at 11:26 PM
How fun! I wondered, too, about watercolor and about mists, used with acrylics? I love how no matter what you do with a hello plate it always turns out so cool!
Can you print onto fabric, like muslin or flour-sack dish towels?
I'd also love a video with what to do with all that paper (or fabric) - examples of framed pieces, art journal pages, bookmarks, magnets, whatever!
Posted by: Keetha | August 29, 2013 at 11:29 PM
Awesome Vid Melissa!!! Loved the fresh techniques with the use of the lighter colors as well as the mask for POP OH and the bonus bit <3
I would like to see more out of the box techniques. Hope Donna lets you guest vid when she gets back :D
Thanks Again :)
Posted by: Susana | August 30, 2013 at 12:18 AM
Hi Melissa. Loved your video. Very informative. I would like to see how to use found objects ( like kitchen utensils)
to make the impressions in the paint.
Thanks,
Cindy
Posted by: Cindy Kotora | August 30, 2013 at 01:22 AM
Loved your video. I had already purchased the gelli video with Donna. I have gather all my materials and my open acrylics arrived today. Donna video is great fun and full of information. I am now thinking I need the larger size also. Can't wait to get started!!
Posted by: Judy Y | August 30, 2013 at 01:31 AM
Nice video. I would like to see how to take black paint into the gelli plate without getting everyting to dark ( when it gets mixed with the other paints ont het plate)
Posted by: Veerle Moreels | August 30, 2013 at 02:13 AM
Great video, although I missed half of it, because my baby did not like it that much.... :D I'll have another look tonight-alone!
Posted by: Ewa | August 30, 2013 at 04:20 AM
really enjoyed watching your tutorial, this is so cool!
it is my first video of gelliplate and i wanna see more
so anything is good for me because it is all new
Posted by: Marie-Anne Raeman | August 30, 2013 at 07:19 AM
Love your video. You showed some techniques I never tried on my Gelli plate, but I will try them this weekend.
Every time I use my Gelli plate I struggle with the use of colors... Which can I combine and with wich color do I begin and end... Also with patterns; do I go from big to little or from little to big... Maybe you can incorporate this in your next video ?
Posted by: Afke | August 30, 2013 at 07:30 AM
Very cool! Thanks so much for filling in and sharing with us.
Posted by: Amanda Trent | August 30, 2013 at 08:10 AM
Great first video! I would love to see gelli techniques on fabric if you have any hints. Thank you for stepping up to the plate in Donna's absence!
Posted by: Vicki Barton | August 30, 2013 at 08:14 AM
Thankyou
that was so instructive I never thought to print an envelope
I would like to see you print on fabric or canvas also using gauze in your prints
lots of fun thankyou
Posted by: Jennifer Palmer | August 30, 2013 at 08:46 AM
I love the video!! I am still such a beginner with my plate and you gave some great ideas!! I'd love to see how you use watercolors with the gelli, I'm sure it can be done. I just have no idea how to do it:)
Posted by: Kathie Barrus | August 30, 2013 at 10:22 AM
Great video! It inspired me to get out my gelli plate and play! Is it possible to use sprays or inks on the gelli plate, or would that stain? If it is possible, that would be a fun video.
Posted by: Tricia | August 30, 2013 at 10:36 AM
It's past 9am Eastern time but I'd still like to comment. The video was most helpful and I'd like to see you use stencils in another video.
Posted by: Barbara L | August 30, 2013 at 01:01 PM
Melissa... you just showed me the coolest thing! Use the embossed paper on a Gelli Plate. It is such a win-win, you get an amazing Gelli print PLUS a fun painted embossed paper. Oh the possibilities are endless - thanks! I would LOVE to see more things like that. Take something that would not be expected to create fun textures on a Gelli.
Posted by: dinny | August 30, 2013 at 03:38 PM
Melissa,
Loved the video! Learned some cool techniques! I would love to learn what other kinds of things you could use for texture. I loved how you used the stamps, and by the way I love those feather stamps! Anyway I love it! Do more videos!
Posted by: Laura E. | August 30, 2013 at 07:15 PM
Hi Melissa, I really enjoyed your video! Donna doesn't need to worry, because you are really keeping us entertained until she gets back. Now the gelli plate is new for me so everything I see is interesting and I love the results! So I couldn't really ask for some technique since I don't know any yet (except the ones you've just shown me LOL! Thanks again for sharing and looking forward to the next video.
Hugs Frea (creafrea.blogspot.com)
Posted by: Frea | August 30, 2013 at 08:57 PM
Great job, Melissa. I've used many surfaces for my gelli prints but hadn't thought of using a padded envelope. Duh! I would love to see a video where you use lots of layers & colors, and another where you take your prints, cut them up, and use them in collages.
Posted by: LaurieJay | August 30, 2013 at 09:19 PM
Oh wow. This has been really helpful. I love the mileage you get from paint with the gelli plate.
I would love to see how you used the plate with some unusual objects that we can find around the house...but not necessarily in the craft room. ;)
Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Yvonne Yam | September 02, 2013 at 12:58 AM
LOved the Video. I have a gelli plate but it is still a virgin LOL. Looking forward To Donna workshops this weekend!
Posted by: Greta | September 03, 2013 at 02:15 PM
Awesome video Melissa! I don't have a gelli plate so will have to hunt one down here in Australia! Also love your new video with the cards and little envelopes. Love the little book idea! Cheers!!
Posted by: Kelli | September 05, 2013 at 02:39 AM
Super cool tutorial! how about printing on fabric? can you do that?
Posted by: Lagene | September 10, 2013 at 06:21 PM