Well, this is as counterculture as I get -- my version of Gothic artwork, Momma style!
Using a new Gothic-style paper collection, I chose paper with a black background and bright pink and lime green chandeliers. Although I wanted to go with lime green accents, I started this project while on vacation with a very limited art supply. [Boogie board trumps craft boxes.] So I used what I had, and I chose pink, which at least matched the paper.
This canvas measures 10" wide x 8" tall. I painted the edges pink, and when dry, decoupaged the paper to the canvas, leaving 1/8" border along the sides. Once this dried, I used very little paint and light brush strokes to make the paper look "edgy." I tried my best to paint outside of the lines, literally and figuratively.
I then cut coordinating card stock measuring 4-1/2" x 6-1/2" and 4" x 6" and decoupaged it to the canvas at an angle. The photo frame will be placed on top of this.
Once home [the vacation flew by way too quickly], I gathered together a variety of coordinating embellishments, and chose those that would enhance the project.
This canvas measures 10" wide x 8" tall. I painted the edges pink, and when dry, decoupaged the paper to the canvas, leaving 1/8" border along the sides. Once this dried, I used very little paint and light brush strokes to make the paper look "edgy." I tried my best to paint outside of the lines, literally and figuratively.
Once home [the vacation flew by way too quickly], I gathered together a variety of coordinating embellishments, and chose those that would enhance the project.
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| I love ribbon! |
Using strong double-sided adhesive, I adhered a 4" x 6" acrylic frame in place.
The I added one of my favorite vacation photos. The great thing about using an acrylic frame is that you can change the photo whenever you want! I stapled black & white ribbon to the side of the photo frame, a trio of flowers to the top left corner of the frame, and a single flower at the opposite end. I used buttons and large brads for the flower centers.
I then added a mini frame, an acrylic key and lock, and two pink photo turns, framing "best buds" which was printed on a transparency. [Hint: When using transparency, print on rough side of paper so the ink does not smear.]
See the "edgy" pink & black-dotted bead trim? I adhered it to the back bottom of the frame. I love how it dangles from the canvas. I also love the fact that I finally used this trim as I have had it in my stash for over ten years!
This Gothic-inspired wall canvas is now ready to hang.
Of course, it doesn't match any room in our house...at least not yet.
Of course, it doesn't match any room in our house...at least not yet.
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