Friday, February 19, 2010

Beeswax Collage Basics - Pt V

We're in the final steps of our beeswax collage!!

Here is what it currently looks like...

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Highlighting Stamped Beeswax Images

Today I wanted to start off by sharing a couple ways to highlight the images we stamped into the beeswax.

For images that have a large stamped surface such as this one...

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You can easily paint the image in using acrylic paints...

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For more intricate designs such as this image...

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You can rub the paint over the image working the paint into all of the cracks and crevices.

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I love this particular look...it gives the image/collage a vintage feel.

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Cleaning Beeswax from Rubber Stamps

As I mentioned yesterday I wanted to show you how easy it is to remove excess beeswax from your stamps. This stamp has quite a bit of wax remaining on the image... It would be impossible to get a nice clean stamped image if this wax was left on the stamp.

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To remove, simply melt the wax with a heat tool and wipe away the molten wax with a soft cloth. Continue until you no longer see any wax on the stamp (it will look shiny when it's hot).

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Proof is in the pudding....all the wax is gone and you're left with a perfectly stamped image!

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Dimensional Beeswax Embellishments

One last thing I wanted to show you for this collage ~ how to create dimensional embellishments from beeswax.

I am using a Mold n Pour mold ~

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Simply pour in the melted beeswax and let it cool.

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Once it is cooled gently pull the sides of the mold down to release the beeswax piece.

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You'll notice that there is a bit of flashing (excess beeswax around the edges). This is easily removed with a sharp tool or even your fingernail if it's long enough.

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Add color to your creation by adding Perfect Pearls...

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To add to your collage, add a dot of hot wax

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And immediately press the embellishment into the wax.

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Removing the Sticky Feel from your Beeswax Collage

If after you have finished your collage and you notice there is a lingering sticky feel on some areas of the collage you can take care of this by dusting with Perfect Pearls or Talc. I prefer to use Perfect Pearls which adds color and shimmer at the same time!

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Here is a photo of the finished collage....I couldn't get a photo w/o the flash so it's a bit difficult to see. Tomorrow when it's sunny I'll take another picture in the natural light.

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So there you go...

I hope you all enjoyed this tutorial.

I know it took a while and I know some people are over beeswax but there are just so many things to share I would hate to leave something out and have someone get frustrated because I failed to mention one thing or another.

I will put down the brush and walk away from the beeswax for a bit ;) LOL!!

Tomorrow if I get them all typed up I'm planning on sharing a few Irish Toasts since we're only a few weeks away from St. Patty's Day.

Sunday of course I'll have more vintage postcards to share :)

Hope you all have a wonderful weekend!

16 comments:

  1. Roni -

    The collage turned out just beautiful! I also really like your finishing touch of the film strip! I love the idea of using the acrylic paint in the stamped image, really does give that old world look. Thank you for the info on the molds as well, I was not aware you could use the beeswax for that.
    Thank you again for such a great tutorial. You covered all the bases - and it was fun!

    Elaine Allen

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  2. I'll second that Elaine, the collage looks fab, can't wait to have a go with these techniques
    Thanks for taking the time to put this tutorial together - it must have taken ages
    Claire xx

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  3. That is a great collage. Thanks for the tut.

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  4. love the finished collage! I think the photo is good! and really luv the filmstrip! I just need to do one bigger ...ty ty ty !

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  5. Thank you for all your hard work, ive learnt heaps and will have to give it a go....jenxo

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  6. OK So I wasn't sold of the idea of adding something else to my growing list of supplies, but I sure do love this finished product! I've been doing a entire house theme makeover and I think I need a pair of these beauties in my living room! Love them!

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  7. Oh this turned out so beautifully! Love it! Thank you for sharing!

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  8. The collage is simply gorgeous!!! Your finishing touches really set off...insert drooling here:)

    Off to pull my supplies together & work on a small project...yeah!

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  9. i love your blog. It's just the kind that I like - I'm a visual hands on learner and you always show the best things! I've been wanting to work with some beeswax, I actually made an ATC and covered in beeswax but didn't know a whole lot so it came out kind of cloudy. Now I know that I can go back and meld the pieces together. Thanks for making art so easy. You rock, Roni!!!
    Reba
    Reebee203@sbcglobal.net

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  10. Thank you Roni, I just finished (or at least done for now) the album I made for Mom's 80th birthday tomorrow. Now when I can see my table top again I'm going to do a small was collage. gotta go put scrapbooking supplies away. have a great week-end.

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  11. I learned so much from reading these! Your tutorial is wonderful and informative. I have all the stuff - I've only used the beeswax/melting pot once... You have now inspired me to get it out and work with it again.... Thanks for much for taking the time to put this together!

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  12. Oh my Roni. This piece is so gorgeous and I am loving all your step by step instructions. The Perfect Pearls add such a beautiful shine and color to the beeswax..and I can't wait to give it a try!

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  13. WOWO!!! that finished collage is GORGEOUS!! well done, ROni!! you have once again inspired me!

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  14. awesome!! thanks so much for taking the time to go step by step..i really love that i feel i can go back and recreate what you have done..sometimes those special make it perfect steps are left out..thanks so much for sharing!!

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  15. I buff my collages with a very soft cloth to remove the stickiness

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  16. I just found this awesome tut!!!! Thanks so much for the time and trouble and generosity in sharing!!!!!

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