A Junque Gypsy layout with Sandi Clarkson

Hello there, Marion Smith fans! I'm back today with my second post for the month featuring the oh-so-gorgeous Junque Gypsy collection in the 12x12 version with a subtitle tag from the 6x6 version. I've always loved anything that's a little Boho Chic, so when I stumbled upon this fab vintage photo, I couldn't wait to scrap it! I may have to even use it a couple of more times to satisfy the inner "Gypsy" in me! 

I love that paper tearing has become popular again because it gives an instant distressed look. I used a bit of super heavy gesso, a stencil and some mist to give my base paper some depth and texture. Then I framed the photo with a chipboard piece, some florals and a gorgeous Junque and Gems Aqua Button. When I sacrifice those babies, you know the layout is very special to me! It is super sparkly IRL. Amongst my floral cluster are some Time Keeper paper flowers and a piece of black netting from an old produce sack. 

Here are some close-ups for you:

 

I hope you're having a creative week! 

Thanks for coming by! 

Sandi

Marion Smith Products used:

Junque Gypsy Dolce Vita

Junque Gypsy Nota Bene

Time Keeper Paper Flowers

Junque & Gems Aqua Buttons

Petaloo flowers

Blue Fern Studios chipboard

flower tutorial by Ana Paula- PAPERBOARD FLOWER

This is a recycled flower with a rustic look .

 It´s very easy to do and with low cost. 

I created a gift box using the Nirvana Collection and 

embellished using this beautiful flower.

Step 01- Cut  3 circles of different sizes from a piece of paperboard from an old box.

Step 02 - Separate  and peel the layers of the paperboard 

keeping the center of the circle united.

 

Step 03 - Apply spray paint in the desired color, 

you can use water to crumple the paperboard like a little ball.

 

Step 04 - Hasten the drying process in the microwave for 30 seconds

 and  gently open the layers.

 With a paper piercer, make a "hole" and add a large  brad in the center.

 

 Step 05-Then arrange the "petals" and  with a paint brush add some white water paint

 to give an effect of light on the flower.