Fabric Paper Made From Construction Paper - HowToGetCreative.com with Barb Owen
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- Barb Owen shows you an easy way to create beautiful stitchable Fabric Paper without messy glue using kids' construction paper. Definitely not just for kids!
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WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:
See Construction Paper Transformed
Learn About Oil Pastels
Make a Fusible Sandwich
Learn to Squeeze Paper into Fabric
It's Sew Easy to Stitch on Fabric Paper
How to Use Fabric Paper
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CLASS DESCRIPTION:
How To Make Fabric Paper:
I think we should lobby for 5 seasons instead of 4. The fifth one should be called Back-to-School and not just because the kids are getting back into a routine. It's the time of year you walk into any office supply or discount store and the front aisles are filled and overflowing with new, delicious, colorful art supplies. Can't you just smell all the artsy goodness when you enter the store? It can wake up your senses as much as evergreens and candy canes!
Now, I'm sure the creators of these bins of goodness don't label them as art supplies, but nevertheless, that's what I call them and I stock up because the prices are super!
I love taking advantage of back-to-school sales to replenish my studio with kids' construction paper and anything else I use a lot like glue sticks, pens, crayons and composition notebooks. I especially love white or other light colors of construction paper because I can do so much with it, like make my own Fabric Paper. (And, if it's not school-supply time of year, that doesn't stop me from finding construction paper because it's available year round.)
Have you ever tried making Fabric Paper? It's probably more fun than you should be allowed to have. Fabric Paper is simply a combination of paper and fabric put together in such a way that the characteristics of both are strengthened.
By using a few basic supplies from office supply and fabric stores you can create beautiful Fabric Paper that people will drool over. (Just watch that they don't drool ON it. LoL!)
After playing with colorful shapes of oil pastels on paper, you'll learn how to turn construction paper into a beautifully pliable, stitchable Fabric Paper. It's an amazing, yet incredibly simple technique that doesn't use messy glue nor does it require hours of drying time. BONUS!
Although Fabric Paper isn't washable, you can use it for all kinds of fun projects like journal covers, greeting cards or post cards, for wallhangings or art quilts, bookmarks, and you can even make your own charms and beads. I bet you'll think of lots more ways to use your awesome fabric-paper, too. Using construction paper is definitely not just for kids!
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The preparation and organization you do before you ever turn on the camera is so apparent. Your pacing is beautiful and makes it easy to follow and a pleasure to learn. Not many teachers can carry that much detail and that many minutes. Brava! And much gratitude for your wonderful techniques.
+Robin Alcorn Robin, I'm really glad that you enjoy my video classes. Thanks for your very kind comments. Stay creative!
Dot from UK
Long video but worth every second full of information, I have been sewing for years but today I learned a lot. Thank you for sharing, I can see me watching the video again and taking notes. Dot.
Cool process, incredible results! I have attempted a similar process but didn't have the refining finishing touches. Love the sheer fabric over the top and the stitching. Thank you so much for the video.
Thanks so much for watching this sample video from HowToGetCreative.com. There are many, many more creative arts video classes located there. Feel free to take a peek anytime. I really enjoy making fabric-paper this way. It's fun to know that you also enjoy a similar technique. Thanks for watching and Stay Creative!
Barbra from one teacher to another. You are a fantastic teacher ! Keep up the great tutorials . I can’t wait to let my kids make some sheets for me with their crayons thanks for sharing.
Hi Susette. Thank you so much for your sweet compliment. ;-) I'm so glad that you enjoyed watching this sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. There are many, many more creative arts videos located on the website. Thank you so much for watching and I hope you have loads of fun creating Construction Paper Fabric Paper. Stay Creative!
Gracias por compartir.
Muy bonitos para hacer diferentes manualidades... Tarjetas, separadores de libros, marcadores de habitación etc...
Muy lindo
Wow! What an incredible and complete tutorial. Barb didn't short us on any details and I was able to see and understand so many techniques. In all honesty, for me personally, this is the best tutorial I have ever seen. Barb is a wonderful teacher and has a great sense of humor. Thank you so much!
Hi Zhi! You comment is so very kind. Thank you!! Thank you for watching this sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. There are many, many more creative arts classes located on the site. Fabric-Paper made this way is both versatile and fun to create. Thanks for watching. Stay Creative!
Just tried this technique and love it! Personally I love that you dont cut out anything because you give some very good info and tips that is helpful when I get to that 'step' that I'm unsure about.
Thanks so much, Sue. I'm glad you enjoyed the Fabric-paper Video Class. This is a sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. There are lots and lots of creative arts videos located there. Feel free to check it out anytime. Thanks for watching!
Such a wonderful class!!! So many ideas are spinning in my head.
TheHappyDiane Good! That 's what I'm hoping for - get those creative juices flowing. :-)
What a wonderful technique and a great class! Thanks for sharing!
+fairythere Thanks for watching this video class. There are lots more classes located at HowToGetCreative.com. I'm really glad that you enjoyed watching. Stay Creative!
Wonderful class! I can not wait to begin making my own "Paper Fabric". I am a Fun Stampers Journey coach (for the discount, this is not a plug) and my stamps are going to look AMAZING using this technique. Barb I just love ALL of your videos and would love to learn about your video set up. Your Video's themselves are just beautiful and very easy to watch. Thank you so very much for all of your creativity.
Thanks, Tammie. I'm really glad to know that you enjoyed this sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. There are many more creative arts videos located on the website. I, too, love this fabric-paper technique and thoroughly enjoy creating it. I am familiar with Fun Stampers Journey and I wish you all the best with your business. I have 4 cameras for filming and I use 8 different camera shots. It's all controlled through the application WireCast. Thanks for watching and for the nice comments. Stay Creative!
I follow your channel alot & just adore you (your funny cat comments) and your work! I'm not quite seeing a resist effect. One could simply use the oil pastels on top of the acrylic wash & obtain the same effect. Or am I missing something?
Hi Phyllis. Thanks so much for watching this sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. Perhaps the camera doesn't show the resist accurately. I filmed this several years ago and our cameras were not as optimal for showing detail. If you try the technique, I'd suggest trying it both ways with the oil pastel to see which you prefer. I like it better under the acrylic, but you might like it better the other way. Thanks for your nice comment. ;-) Stay Creative!
Love this tutorial! BTW, I found parchment paper at the 99 cent store!
Hi Rebecca. Thanks so much for watching this sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. That's a great price for parchment paper. We have loads of classes in the member area of HowToGetCreative.com. Feel free to check us out anytime. I hope you enjoy creating Fabric-Paper. Stay Creative!
I came across this video again. Looking at these colors and gorgeous designs is such a delight! Can I ask you how you cut the felt pieces for the bookmarks, so that they cut straight?
Hi Phyllis. I use a rotary cutter, ruler and self-healing mat to cut the felt. Thank you so much for watching this sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. It's such a fun and creative process. Wishing you all the best!
@@BarbOwenDesigns Thanks alot Barb. You're lovely work is always so inspiring!
Oh Barb, I like the challenge! Once I buy fusible interfacing and fusible web, oh, and the Organza or Tulle, I'll be in business. Then needles and threads. Question Barb; does polyester embroidery thread do well? I see it is much less expensive. Thanks Barb!
Hi Pamela. Polyester embroidery thread should be fine. It shines like Rayon. Try different kinds of threads and see what you like. Thanks so much for watching. I hope you enjoy making Fabric-paper. Stay Creative!
Hi, Barb, I didn't know oil pastels stayed moveable. How do you seal them on something else? Thank you and tfs 😀
Hi J. Regular oil pastels never dry. You have to seal them with something. Water soluble oil pastels are a little different, but if you rub them with a white paper towel or cloth and the pigment comes off, you'll need to seal those, if it's important to you. You can try different kinds of sealers including those applied with a brush or a spray can. Experimentation is always good. In this case, adding a sheer fabric over the oil pastels protects them. Thanks for watching this sample video class from HowToGetcreative.com. Stay Creative!
Your description of looking at where you want to sew is just like when learning how to drive and the instructor tell you to look at where you want to go and that way you can thread a needle while driving. LOL So both driving and sewing use each others analogies. HILARIOUS. That has to be one of the BEST tutorial I have seen in a very long time and this technique would actually make for the best Art Journal cover EVER. I know what cover I am making for my upcoming Art Journal. TFS your astounding talent with us, it is much appreciated.
+Celine Barberio Celine, you're very kind. ;-) Thanks so much for watching and for your wonderful comments. I love teaching and have been teaching something to someone since I was about 10. Lol! Seriously. I somehow bribed my classmates to give up recess so I could "make them into a choir." Makes me laugh now to think of it. ;-) Stay Creative!
Hello Miss Barb -
I always enjoy your videos.
You showcased your paper dolls.
I went looking for your video. Please send me the videos info.
Thank you.
Ok barb your awesome! I have Wonder under Pelion 805 fusible. That goes n top of pretty side where paper is on top, I have Pelion stabilizer 808 craft-fuse interface stabilizer but I think it may be too stiff as I bough a full roll when I was sewing bags and such. Will it work or should I go out and buy a light weight fusible stabilizer instead? These fabric papers are beautiful. I can’t wait to sew patterns and use my sewing machine since I’ve been into paper crafting and haven’t quilted or sewn in quite a while. I never got quite the hang of using my free Motion foot. Thanks for another amazing video. Take care 🌸
Hi Janette. The only way to know for sure if what you have will work is just to try it out. This process isn't difficult, so if your material is a huge challenge, then try something else. I know that's not very helpful, but without actually feeling the product, I don't have a definitive answer for you. As far as the free-motion foot goes - it's a matter of practice and realizing that the fabric is like paper. Just think of a pen or pencil being stationary and moving the paper beneath the pen. It's different than normal writing, but it's fun once you get the hang of it. Best of luck! Thanks for watching this sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. Stay Creative!
excellent! thank you so much.
Thanks, Adriane. I'm glad you enjoyed this sample video class. There are many more creative arts videos located at HowToGetCreative.com. Feel free to take a peek. Thanks for watching! Stay Creative!
for sure! cheers, Adriane
Wow!!!!!! How very wonderful!!!!!! I just went out and got my white construction paper which is all I needed. Can't wait to start thanks so much for putting together such a great video.....It looks like sooooo much fun and nothing has to line up with NO RULES. Thanks so much for sharing. I love I can use so many different things I have including my sewing machine and die cut machine. I have one question If I wanted to make a handbag do you think it would work the same on muslin fabric?
I'm not sure where you're planning to use the muslin. Tell me more and I'll try to answer. ;-) I'm glad you enjoyed this sample video class. You'll find many, many more located at HowToGetCreative.com. Feel free to take a peek. Thanks for watching.
I would love to try to turn this into a tote bag but don't think the paper would be strong enough that's why I mention muslin or maybe the construction paper lined with a muslin....???? Was just wonder if you had tried anything like that before. Thx so much.
Fantastic video! I can't wait to try this out. Thanks for the lesson. Maria Clegg sent me over. Tfs.Hugs,Dee xox
Hi Dee! I'm glad you enjoyed this sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. There are lots and lots of creative arts videos located there. Feel free to check it out anytime. Thanks for watching! Thanks to Maria Clegg for the recommendation, too. ;-) Stay Creative!!
Awesome!!
Cynthia Roberts So much fun, too. ;-)
Wondering if this fabric is too thick to slow stitch on.
thank you,what kind a machine ???? And how much will cost????
I'm sewing on an old Bernina machine which was fairly expensive when I bought it. Use what you have. It should be fine. Thanks for watching. Stay Creative!
Can I just hand sew my paper? I don’t have a sewing machine. Is it necessary to sew at all?
Does the hot iron melt the oil pastels any??
Hi Jean. Yes, the iron does melt the oil pastels into the paper somewhat which is one of the things I like Thanks for watching this sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. Stay Creative!
Hi Barb, I`m from Germany. Can you tell me if your Wonder under is the same as Vliesofix or is it like Freezer Paper? I like your videos, but somthing you can`t find in Germany -:)
Hi Amalie. After looking up Vliesofix, it appears to be a similar product to Wonder Under. This is not the same thing as Freezer Paper. Wonder Under is most commonly used for applique or to attach 2 pieces of something (could even be paper) together. When I use it in this application, I'm using it as a way to seal in the oil pastels and then later to attach a translucent fabric on top. Hope that helps. Thanks for watching this sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. There are many, many more creative arts video classes available in our member area of the site. All the best. Stay Creative!
@@BarbOwenDesigns Thank you so much. I will try it -.)
I enjoy your work, but the picture in a picture is bad. It covers over the screen and makes it impossible to see everything.
Thanks for watching. Stay Creative ;-)
Oh gosh...it's a good thing I didn't watch this close to bedtime because I would not be able to sleep. Who can sleep when your mind is full of ideas and your fingers are itching to work? Can't wait to try this, thank you so much for sharing with us. 🌻
I know the feeling!!
Barb, great video. I learned a lot and you gave me the answer to how to move forward into the next level with my art. I am a Chilean artist based in Dallas and I do paint on newsprint follow the same process you do with the iron and when I'm done I pat the paper onto a canvas. and. the result is amazing. Your suggestion about the transparent fabric I will definitely add into the canvas for a new look. Thank You! / romanho
Hi Romanho. Welcome to my channel! Your process sounds wonderful. Do you post your work anywhere that I could see it? I bet you will enjoy the amazing effects you can create by adding the transparent fabrics. Thank you for watching this sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. We have 12 sample classes here on the channel and dozens more video classes located on the website in the member area. Thank you for watching and Stay Creative!
Lovely work. Thank you for sharing your knowledge seven years later it is still being viewed well appreciate it
You are not only an good artist but also a very good teacher and good human being. I love your detailed information and your teaching process. Love from Bangladesh. :-)
Hi Fireflly Mimo! Welcome and thank you for letting me know where you are. I always love knowing where viewers are watching. Thank you for watching this sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. There are many, many more video classes located there. I also stream live each Friday at 2pm Eastern. Any time it works for you, we'd love to have you join us. Stay Creative!
This looks like fun. It's a different way to make fabric paper abd the result is really nice. Thank you for sharing, your video was easy to understand. Really liked the fabric after it was softened and oh my, tulle is genius. This is so great!
Hi Linda. Thank you for watching this sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. I've made lots of different types of fabric paper but this method, by far, is my favorite. I'm glad you enjoyed watching the process. Thank you for leaving such a nice comment. Stay Creative!
Wow! A lot goes into making those gorgeous fabric papers. That was fun to watch. Thank you for the lesson.
Hi there. Thank you so much for watching this sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. It does take time to create Fabric-Paper this way, but if you make large sheets, you can make quite a few projects once the paper is finished. I love the process, so any chance I can make Fabric-Paper, I'm ready to get creative! There are many, many more creative arts video classes located in the member area of HowToGetCreative. Feel free to check us out anytime. Until then, Stay Creative!
What a great video! You make everything understandable to those who maybe haven't sewn or whatever process you're explaining. I for one appreciate that. Everything you made was beautiful! I love the colors and your designs. Thanks Barb!
Hi Liz. Thanks so much for watching this sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. I love making fabric-paper this way and I'm glad you enjoyed watching the class. There are many, many more creative arts videos located on the website. Thanks for your very kind comment. ;-) Stay Creative!
Barb, thanks SO much for an amazing tutorial on how to make beautiful fabric paper.....I have been having a blast with these techniques! I am hooked!! lol I have a question about lining the inside of the journal...that is what I decided to make with my fabric paper because I just adore journals! Anyway, can you please offer some suggestions on lining the wrong side of the fabric paper....I'm stuck on that part and any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks again.....Deb
+Deborah Ring Truthfully, most often I leave the inside without lining because I like the texture of the stitching. You could also add a layer of cotton fabric as a lining before stitching around the edge to hold the pieces together.
I have never seen fabric paper made this way. Your video was so interesting , informative, and easy to understand. Thank you for sharing.
I have just recently found your channel, and am REALLY glad I have!! I REALLY love this class in particular!! I am seeing all sorts of possibilities for this technique. Thank you for sharing your artistic and teaching talents with us!!
+Francine Johnson McGee Thanks, Francine! I LOVE making all different kinds of fabric-paper, but this is really my favorite technique. There are lots of other video classes at HowToGetCreative.com, too. Stay Creative!
Wonderful ideas. Your explanations are just awesome. I have a lot of old oil pastels that I now know what to use them for. Thank you so much for sharing.
Darlene Bromberger Oil pastels can be a little challenging but I love using them and trying new things with them.
Barb your video is sensational. It opened up a new world of possibilities for my wanna-be creative mind.
Hi Pamela. Thank you so much for watching this sample video class from the membership at HowToGetCreative.com. It's a fun technique and I'm really glad you enjoyed it. Feel free to use it or adapt it to make it yours. Stay Creative!
Amazing Barbara! I’m going to my local craft shop right now to buy supplies and assemble a kit. It’s so personal an art that it would be an heirloom gift to frame and give to your most beloved friends and family. Watching in Alaska- jana
Hi Jana. I'm so glad that you enjoyed watching this sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. You'll find many, many more video classes located there in the member area. Feel free to check it out and I hope you enjoy many hours of fun creating your own version of Fabric-Paper. Thanks for watching and Stay Creative!
This is a great tutorial for a really fun technique! And a great place to practice free motion quilting. Thanks.
Hi Kathlyn. Thanks so much for watching this sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. I'm glad you enjoyed it. There are many, many more creative arts videos located on the site. Feel free to check it out anytime. Stay Creative!
Really a unique technique Barb you are a very talented woman, my admiration and respect, a lot details and explanation which I really enjoy it . I wish I could do this, but it is to much for me. A lot of work, thought the results look great.
Hi there. Thanks very much for watching this sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. There are many, many more full length classes in the member area of the website. I'm glad you enjoyed watching the process. It's a lot of fun! Stay Creative!
Hi Barbara. Thank you so much for the most enjoyable 1.30 hours I've spent this last week. Your class is so detailed and easy to follow, plus the fact that you are a great teacher. Thank you.
Thank you so much! This is a sample video class from our site HowToGetCreative.com. There are lots and lots of full length video classes similar to this one that cover a variety of creative arts. Feel free to take a peek some time. ;-) Thanks for watching and for your very kind comment. Stay Creative!
This looks like fun! It would be great to do this with a heavy, cotton watercolor paper, fabric paint, and/or fabric medium with acrylic paint... Then you could wash it! You could use a wax-based, washable "crayon" as well for the resist too. VERY inspiring class!
The info on stitches & fusible webbing is great too! I've never heard of the circle stitching foot or attachment for the sewing machine before. I'm going to have to find your tutorial on that as well! That would make a fun design for quilting too! Making interlocking circles on a quilt, you could make some incredible designs that I've done on paper (flowers, tile designs, geometric designs, etc.) that I've never seen on a quilt!
Great video! I've been thinking about sewing my first quilt, and wondered what kind of design I would do for the quilting part... Now I have a lot more possibilities!
Thank you!
It's amazing to bring together ideas from different places, then put them all together!
Great video! Seems I need to pick out some fabric now! Hmmm!
Hi Carol. You have some great ideas percolating. ;-) I'm glad you enjoyed watching this sample video class from HowtoGetCreative.com. There are many, many more creative arts video classes located there. Feel free to take a peek anytime. Thanks for watching!
Truly appreciate you being thorough and explaining each step as you go. New to paper fabric. Want to try this!! Also learned a lot about sewing,. Thanks. Hugs.
Hi Sue. I'm so glad you enjoyed this sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. It's one of my all time favorite classes! I try to give you loads of information and tips and tricks as I teach every class. Thanks so much for watching. Stay Creative!!
Wonderful video. Have sewn and quilted forever, but have never gotten into free-motion sewing, etc. Have already ordered a few supplies I didn’t have and am anxious to get started.
Hi Patricia. Thank you so much for watching this sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. I'm so glad you enjoyed it! This is a fun way to get acquainted with free-motion stitching. No pressure, just fun. Again, thanks for watching. Stay Creative!
This video is Wonderful!!
Thank you soo much!
I prefer the multi- colored work but do love it all!!
As soon as I finish my Pysanky for a craft show, I will try this out!!💕🥰🇺🇦🌻
Just started watching your channel. I've really enjoyed watching your videos. They are so unique. Something you won't get anywhere else.
I subscribed & hit notification bell too. So I can watch all your videos.
Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge. And your projects are so fun too.
Take care, be safe, stay well,
Austin, TX USA
Barb, this was fascinating! And inspiring too! I see at the end how very important the 'scribbling' at the beginning is. Beautiful. Thanks!
Thank you so much for watching this sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. There are lots and lots of creative arts videos located there. Feel free to check it out anytime. I'm glad you enjoyed it. Stay Creative!
I've loved watching you make this paper and it's very beautiful but I personally will probably never make it because it's too long it would take too long to make it anyway congratulations I think it's a very beautiful process
This is wonderful, I will be trying this for sure. I'm currently into making journals and this is going to be awesome! Thank you.
Hi there. I'm so glad you enjoyed watching this sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. It's a fun way to combine paper and fabric which is one of my favorite things to do. Thanks for watching. Stay Creative!
Excellent video tutorial, very thorough.!Gorgeous fabric paper; I will give it a try!!
First video of yours i have seen and i was amazed from start to finish. Thank you for your wonderful clear and easy directions. Beautiful pieces of art. Thank you so much for your time and creativity. I am a fan !!
You are one of the instructor i have listened and watched on you tube . Thank you so much for the tip about free motion , I t has never been explained the way you explained. Once i heard you explain the way to view the use of the motion i saw how i was fighting doing the motion. Thank you
Thank you so much for your informative instruction videos. I really do appreciate all the time and effort that you put into them to make this fun creative process available to us.
Hi there! Thanks so much for watching this sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. I'm so glad you enjoyed it! I really love making fabric-paper this way. If you try it, I hope you have loads of fun doing it. Stay Creative!
I have never seen this before. I really learned a lot
This is not what I was searching youtube for, but this was so great!! I learned about so many different types of things to craft with. Thank you for making this. I am def going to check out some of your other videos.
Hi Jennifer! Welcome to my channel. I'm so glad you stopped by and that you enjoyed this sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. There are many, many more creative arts videos located on the site in the member area. There is a blog, too, with lots of ideas, videos and photos. Feel free to take a look around. You can enter the member area by joining for a month for $1. It's a deal! ;-) I stream here on YT live every Friday at 2 pm Eastern, so feel free to join us anytime it works for you. Thanks again for watching and Stay Creative!
I have even used paper grocery bags and that works well too.
I've not tried grocery bags for this technique. I'll have to do that. Thanks for sharing your experience. Stay Creative!
Ty so much for sharing this process! It looks like a lot of fun not to mention the unlimited projects!
+Grayce Kelly I'm glad you enjoyed this video class, Grayce! I love the way you spell your name. My mother's name is Grace. ;-) There are lots more creative arts video classes available at HowToGetCreative.com, too. Feel free to check it out if you're interested. Thanks so much for watching. Working with fabric paper is so much fun and works really well for a wide variety of projects. Stay Creative!
I appreciate the info about thread types and needles as well as the instructions for the fabric paper. Thank you
I adored your tutorial on turning paper into fabric. I sew and could see myself making these "fabrics", and then embroidering a poem on them, but I'm lacking the vision on how to mount it so it can be hung on the wall. I think that would make a nice gift. Any ideas?
Hi Terri. The finished fabric-paper is pretty sturdy so you might just fuse another fabric to the back and stitch around the edges. Or, you could bind the edges as for a quilt. Another idea would be to frame the piece. Loads of ideas. ;-) Thanks so much for watching this sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. You'll find loads of other video classes located in the member area of this site. Thanks, again, for watching. Stay Creative!
Barb, this was my very first art project and my first art journal. You have opened my world. I stream Tues and Thurs and sat at 6 pm eastern for 4 years now. Thank you for being my art hero. 💙
wow! Barb. .love your tutorials. I have tried the same but with a little twist. I enjoyed every bit of making this fabric paper. Hugs.
+Rupa S Great! I love combining all kinds of fabric and paper. You're enjoying the process and that's great! Stay Creative!
You are such an excellent teacher. Love your style. Learning so much.
I've been creating fabric paper for years now and love it's versatility! I have a sewing machine and really can't keep up with the bobbin thing and thread changes. Need to have someone teach me how to really see then I could do some stitching on my paper. Your's are gorgeous ,Like you!!
Hi Linda. I love combining all sorts of paper and fabric together. I, too, love the versatility. I usually use gray or tan thread in the bobbin unless a specific color of thread like red or white is required. You can always do hand stitching on the fabric-paper. I've done that and love that effect, too. Thanks for watching!
This is such a wonderful workshop, and you are a great teacher. Thank you for sharing Barb, I really want to try this.... Love 💙 I will share.
+Rita Marie Thank you so much for watching. I really appreciate your time and your nice comment. Thank you so much for sharing, too.
You are so welcome Barb! You are awesome!
Thank you so much. You are so very creative. Loved how you go through each step. And i learned so much about the sewing process and about using different needles and threads 🤗😍
Hi Donna. Thank you so much for your kind comment and for watching this sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. There are many, many more creative arts videos located in the member area of the site. Feel free to take a peek anytime. Again, thank you for watching. Stay Creative!
Excellent! You are a great teacher and so inspiring! Can't wait to try making some fabric paper.
Gail Tuthill Thanks for watching and for your sweet, kind comment. Keep creating!
A really fantastic video Barbara great to be able to sit and peacefully watch the whole process Thank you
Hi Helen! Thank you so much for watching this sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. There are lots and lots of creative arts videos located there. Feel free to check it out anytime. I'm really glad you enjoyed watching the process unfold. Stay Creative!
Thank you very much for your great instructios !!! 🙂
Wonderful information. Question: Can you marble the paper with acrylic paint and no oil pastels? Ruth
Hi Ruth. I'm not sure what you mean by marble paper. The oil pastels add color to the paper as well as acting as a resist for the acrylic paint washes. You could try inexpensive kids crayons instead of the oil pastels. Thanks for watching this sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. Stay Creative!
The absolute best video and art class I have seen and I have watched a lot over the years. Can't wait to do this as it brings together so many aspects of my hobbies. Your presentation and camera views are excellent. I definetly will be following your many series. Thank you so much for all your time and work that goes into these.
Thank you so much, Bonnie. I'm very glad to know that you enjoyed this sample video class. There are many, many more classes located at HowToGetCreative.com. Feel free to take a peek. Thanks for watching and Stay Creative!
Really enjoyed watching this video. Your explanations were easy to understand and follow. I bought some construction paper a couple of weeks ago and I now know how to use it differently. tfs
Constance Coachman Yes, construction paper is a fun material to use this way. Enjoy!
Barb, thank you for a well done tutorial, not to mention a pretty awesome project! The video was well informed, patient, not rushed. I wondered what I could do with all the leftover construction paper that I had since the grandkids are well out of that stage. I will definitely make this. Oh the possibilities! So again, thanks for sharing your knowledge!
Hi Naomi! Thank you so much for your very kind comment. This is a sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. There are loads of video classes located in the member area of the site. Thanks for watching and have fun Staying Creative!
I love this tutorial. I have so many ideas for this. I was wondering if I needed to put tulle on the paper? Could I just stitch with some gold thread directly onto the paper? I was thinking of using pieces of fabric paper and stitching them onto another piece of fabric paper with fancy stitches and thread.
My theory is always, "Try and see what happens." Personally, I like the way the fabric paper feels with the tulle over it, but you might not. Never hesitate to take it and go beyond what I've shown you. This is a sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. There are lots more creative classes located on the site. Feel free to take a peek sometime. Thanks for watching and Stay Creative!
Barb you are a great resource, a creative force and a great instructor - love watching you
Hi Nick. Thank you for such a nice comment I really appreciate it. Wishing you many, many hours filled with creativity and fun. Thanks, again, for watching.
Love the way you teach, so detailed, just love it, never get tired of seen your tutorials, on an on
I will definitely do something with fabric paper. You are a great teacher!!!, God bless you and your family.
Hi Natividad. Thank you so much for watching this sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. I hope you have a wonderful time making your own fabric-paper. It's really fun to make. Thank you for your very sweet comment. I love what I do and I hope you can see that. ;-) Blessings back to you and yours. Stay Creative!
This looks like such a cool thing to do. I can't seem to find fusible interfacing where I live, though :(
It's a great technique. Maybe you can order fusible interfacing online. Otherwise, you would need to add a fusible web like Wonder Under to attach a thin fabric in place of the fusible interfacing. Hope that helps. Thank you so much for watching this sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. There are lots and lots of creative arts videos located there. Feel free to check it out anytime. Stay Creative!
I love your videos and explanations!! Thank you so much for sharing
Hi Johana. Thank you so much for watching this sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. I'm really glad that you enjoyed it. There are many, many more creative arts videos located in the member area of the site. Again, thank you so much for watching and for leaving such a kind comment. All the best to you. Stay Creative!
Just found you and enjoyed your video so much! You are a great teacher! This is the first I have heard of the procedure and hope to try it soon! Thanks!
Thank you. I love this master class
Thanks. You are so creative. I enjoy watching you. 😃
You're very kind. Thank you for letting me know that you enjoyed the sample video class. Stay Creative!
Wow, Barb this was amazing! I just bought my first sewing machine, so, I don't know if I can do that fancy sewing work. I just love this though. It's got so much depth! Thanks for inspiring me!!
Juliana Beasley Give it a try. Most machines are capable of free-motion stitching. Just takes practice and the correct settings for your machine. Check your owner's manual for the details.
How to Get Creative - Barb Owen Thanks Barb. I really hope I make your next Ustream. I was sorry I missed it yesterday. Take care and thanks!
You are a really great teacher! Thank you!
My toddlers use tons of water whenever we paint and paper rips and colors are watered down.. this is perfect and inexpensive for them and I'm soooo so curious and excited to make fabric paper myself... Awesome craft for adults and kids. Thank you Barb.. I subbed and been binge watching you all morning... :)
Hi Shannon! Welcome to my channel. I'm so glad that you enjoyed watching this sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. There are many, many other creative arts classes on a variety of topics located in the member area of the website. I never thought about kids doing this, but it's a great idea. I hope you have a wonderful time making fabric-paper. Thanks for watching. Stay Creative!
Very interesting & beautiful!!!
Hay, first of all thank you for a new challenge for me to do. However I have a question. How thick is the paper you use? (in grams). There are so many different kidspapers.
Kind regards from The Netherlands.
Vera
Recien acabo de descubrir tu canal y me encanta tu trabajo, son proyectos preciosos. Seria buenisimo que pudiera cativar los subtitulos en español, seria de gran auda para mi . Gracias por mostrar su talento, saludos desde Venezuela.
Hi Barbara, does it have to be construction paper?
+Marisol Catts You might try something else, but construction paper is what I've worked with. It's inexpensive and yields a really nice result.
You are one of the least annoying DIY-ers online! So peaceful and unhurried. Thanks for the info. I was looking at construction paper the other day thinking it was too bad that it is so fragile. Have you done anything with the colored papers? I know they fade easily but if there is other mediums on it the fading might not be detrimental?
Oh wow!!! This is an amazing video!! I have learned so much from you. Thank you, man, I really have to try this now. Thank you so much much!!
This was so much fun watching this! I've always enjoyed appliqué and have seen these journal covers, now know how they are made. Thank you!
+Jessica Aspinall I'm glad you enjoyed this video class, Jessica! Fabric Paper is one of my favorite things to create. Thank you for the nice comment. Stay Creative!
This looks fantastic. But if I understand well you Will need a special sewingmachine with all kind of stitches. I can only do straight and zigzag. Thanks for the tutorial
Learned very much😊 excellent tutorial. You exhibit enjoying your purpose teaching crafts.
I love the organza. You could make paper beads. Omg!!!! I'm thinking king of so many things.
Great class! Thank you!
Barb - I'm the president of your fan club,Girl.. You do the best work video-ing. thank you.
Briliant new Friend Here. Thank you for sharing this awesome tutorial 👍
That's so lovely and I love ❤️ what you've created. It's so beautiful and there are endless possibilities. I've subscribed to you're channel. Thank you so much 😊
Thank you, Mags. I'm glad you enjoyed it! Thank you so much for watching this sample video class from HowToGetCreative.com. There are lots and lots of creative arts videos located there. Feel free to check it out anytime. Stay Creative!