Artist Gang Tuesday...

Hey folks! Thanks so much for joining me today. I’m so honored to be here and be inspiring you with wonderful Donna Downey products! For my first project I’ve brought you a tag duo full of mixed media techniques and centered around Donna’s Stamp “Everything Has Beauty” because it’s true. It rings very near and dear to my heart. Please let me know if you have any questions!

Supplies:

• Donna Downey Signature Stencil : Poppy Stems
• Donna Downey Signature Stamp : Imperfect is Beauty
• Liquitex Gesso, Glazing Medium
• Golden Light Modeling Paste, Fluid Matte Medium
• Golden Fluid Acrylic : Teal, White, Raw Umber
• UmWowStudio Chipboard Bird Cage
• Ranger Ink Archival in black
• May Arts Ribbon Burlap twine
• Muslin
• Vintage Texts (dictionary and sheet music)
• Black Pen
• Thread
• Sewing Machine
• Spatula

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Join me towards the end of this month (in person AND online) for a Valentines themed tag class where we’ll go over a ton of mixed media techniques! You can find me here at my facebook page : https://www.facebook.com/DeeDeeCatronDesigner/
On my website : http://deedeecatron.com
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Comments

[Laura Rowlett]

One word...Gorgeous!

[renee logan]

love this tutorial DeeDee..great textures and colors...love the way you used one of my favorite Donna stencils.. love tags..great job, fun project..thanks for the inspiration.

[Glenda Hoagland]

DeeDee it was just like sitting in class with you. These tags are just beautiful. Great first video. Congratulations.

[Lagene]

I loved watching the process!

[JeanFB]

Absolutely gorgeous! And I loved watching your process in the video. It's so nice to know that even professional artists need to work through some things before getting it "right". Great process, great tutorial!

[Cheryl]

Beautiful tags DeeDee combined with a wonderful tutorial!

[Sara]

Really enjoyed watching your process. Results are just lovely.

[Debbie McIntyre]

Ditto what JeanFB said. Nice job!

[Carmen Hays]

Really nice. Love the fibers. I would love to see it a bit more close up during the process too.

[Laura Cox]

DeeDee....absolutely fantastic video!!! Love these tags....gorgeous, stunning, beautiful!

[Marilyn Shannon]

DeeDee, I look forward to more videos from you! Loved the tags and the fact that you told us exactly what you were using and what you were doing. Thanks for also telling a little about what each product does. This was very helpful.
Marilyn Shannon

[Dee Abels Vowell]

very nice and I learned a lot from watching you......I look forward to more of your art!

[Kathy Bradley]

Dee Dee - your tags are gorgeous - and really enjoyed the video process watching them come together.

[Heather McMahon]

These are awesome! Thanks Dee Dee!

[Wendy]

Your tags are beautiful! Love the muted colours - so serene. Thanks especially for sharing your thought process as you were making your design and supply decisions. Some great tips too!

[Michelle Lekar]

Great way to start the year! Thank you for a terrific tutorial!

[Helen Jackson]

Love these

What is the name of the black pen you use, I've been searching for a good permanent black ball pen that doesn't get clogged for years!

[Laurie]

Stunning work DeeDee and I love that you didn't edit your video to remove your trial and error process! It helps seeing that you go back and forth on design elements too! Very informative and enjoyable video; I will be tuning in again! 😊😊

[Lucy E.]

Great Tags and amazing video DeeDee!
Thanks for all of the tips and info :-)

[DeeDee Catron]

Thanks Helen! :)

I used a Pilot pen -- but I probably shouldn't have.. it's got a very fine felt tip and the littlest amount of texture will tear it up.

If I could suggest something it would be to get a super fine tip paint pen to do your doodle work on texture.

[DeeDee Catron]

Thank you so much Lucy! <3

[DeeDee Catron]

Thank you for saying such Laurie -- it always makes me nervous to be filming and then scrap something! I'm glad you'll be back again.. can't wait to show what's next!

[DeeDee Catron]

You are WELCOME! <3

[DeeDee Catron]

Thank you Wendy! Hope the tips help in your mixed media adventures :)

[DeeDee Catron]

Thanks for visiting me in so many places, Heather!! <3

[DeeDee Catron]

Thank you so much Kathy! <3

[DeeDee Catron]

Thanks Dee! <3

[DeeDee Catron]

I'm so glad you found it helpful Marilyn :)

[DeeDee Catron]

Eek! Thanks Laura! <3

[DeeDee Catron]

Thanks for the feedback Carmen! I will try to do a few closeups next time :)

[DeeDee Catron]

Thank you! ♥

[DeeDee Catron]

Thanks Sara :)

[DeeDee Catron]

Thanks yoU Cheryl! :)

[Claudia]

Thanks for sharing - so inspiring!

[DeeDee Catron]

Thank you Laura! ♥

[DeeDee Catron]

You are SO welcome Renee -- thank you for leaving me a note to let me know how much you enjoyed it :) Can't wait to be back!

[DeeDee Catron]

♥♥ Thanks for all your support Glenda! It really means the world!

[DeeDee Catron]

Thank you Lagene!! :)

[DeeDee Catron]

THanks Jean!! <3 <3 Here's to creative freedom! :) :)

[Renata Wurster]

Absolutely beautiful tags. 2 questions: 1) what would u do with them? Would u put them together in a shadow box frame? Or use them in a gift? Or? They are just so beautiful I want to know how you present them; 2) how do you use your sewing machine to make the stitching ? Is it just like sewing fabric? Looking forward to seeing what you create in future weeks!

[Irma]

Yayy! I absolutely LOVE these tags and I am so honoured to be in the same team with you this year! You set a high standard already and I hope I will able to show something only half as pretty when it is my turn!
Have a great creative weekend - Irma

[Charlotte Buckingham]

Hey great job, DeeDee! You're all over the place these days! :)
Loved your tags, and your video was spot on! Pretty soon I'll be saying "I used to know her way back when there was this little website named crop chocolate.com"!! Congrats & See you next month!

[Chris]

A great video Dee Dee, I love your tags and your tip about stamping on the borders of vintage paper, I hadn't thought of that and it's such a time saver, thank you!