Curiously Contrary by Abigail
Curiously Contrary by Abigail
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Creating Background Textures and Designs using Stencils and Structure Paste
In this video, I will show you how to use stencils and structure paste to create background designs and textures for your mixed media projects.
This is a really quick and simple way to add texture across a large surface area which you can then build you design around and/or on top of.
I use Powertex Easy Structure for my structure paste, but you can use all kinds of media for this, as long as it will hold it's shape through the stencil and not bleed through.
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Adding the Rainbow - Timelapse - Re-colouring an old project
มุมมอง 1534 ปีที่แล้ว
This timelapse shows how you can easily re-colour a project that isn't catching people's eye. Of course I added my signature rainbow!! In this video I use powdered pigments mixed with varnish and applied using my own technique (similar to a dry brushing technique). The original book design I created using Powertex and lace. You can learn how to create projects like this one using fabrics and a ...
Creating Embellishments with Moulds and Air Drying Clay
มุมมอง 14K4 ปีที่แล้ว
In this 'tips and techniques' video I talk you through the different air drying clays and moulds that I use to make embellishments for my projects. I have found that there is no one clay that works best for all requirements so in this video I share which clays I use for what. I use my embellishments in my fabric sculpting projects. If you'd like to try the craft of fabric sculpting yourself, pl...
Comparison of Fabric Hardeners - Sculptin, Paverpol and Powertex
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This video talks you through a few tests I did to compare the branded fabric hardeners that are currently available in the UK - Sculptin, Paverpol and Powertex. (I also included my own formula of hardener that I have developed for my own use, although this is not commercially available) In the tests I compare the hardeners on different types of fabrics to assess how well they harden the fabrics...
Enchanted Forest Journal - Adding Colour - Online Craft Classes
มุมมอง 4294 ปีที่แล้ว
Watch how I add colour to my enchanted forest journal in this speedy snippet from my online class. If you'd like to create your own journal, find the complete step by step online workshop here: curiously-contrary.thinkific.com/ This project has been designed and created by artist, Abigail Lagden, a fabric sculptor and mixed media artist based in the North East of England. It can be completed us...
Rainbow Fairy House - Timelapse - Dry Brushing Colouring Technique
มุมมอง 2014 ปีที่แล้ว
Watch me transform my fabric sculpted fairy house with my signature rainbow colour theme. This project was designed and created by artist, Abigail Lagden (aka Curiously Contrary) In this time lapse video I used powdered pigments mixed with varnish to apply colour using a dry brushing technique. The base project was created using fabrics and Powertex fabric hardener. Other fabric hardeners (Pave...
Time Flies Heart Plaque - Timelapse - DIY Crafting Video
มุมมอง 2244 ปีที่แล้ว
Watch me create a stunning steampunk inspired heart plaque from start to finish. Project designed and created by artist, Abigail Lagden Perfect project to make with Powertex, Paverpol or Sculptin fabric hardeners plus MDF template and shapes. See more from Abigail and follow her complete workshops on her Curiously Contrary website. curiously-contrary.thinkific.com/
Mixed Media Owl Plaque - Timelapse - DIY Crafting Video
มุมมอง 1824 ปีที่แล้ว
Watch my owl wall plaque come to life in this time lapse. Designed and created by Abigail Lagden. Products used: Powertex fabric hardener and MDF owl template, fabrics, embellishments. Colours applied using powdered pigments and a dry brushing technique. Visit my online school for in depth tutorials on working with fabric hardeners and applying colour to your projects. curiously-contrary.thinki...
Simple Brooch Workshop by Curiously Contrary - Fabric Sculpting Project
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Join artist, Abigail Lagden in this free craft tutorial where you will discover the magic of fabric sculpting. This project uses fabrics with a fabric hardener to create a stunning ammonite brooch. (Powertex, Paverpol or Sculptin fabric hardeners are all suitable for this project) View more workshops in my Curiously Contrary school of creativity. curiously-contrary.thinkific.com/ Kits are also ...