christmas art journal

Hi! Today I am back with the second video for my Christmas art journal series. I will be sharing a new art journal every Thuesday… until Christmas. That’s 8 Christmas themed layouts! I will play with different mixed media techniques, showcase new products and use old ones from my stash too. If you want to check out WEEK 1 click HERE.

video tutorial

You can enjoy the video below or at my YouTube channel

close-up photos

Here are some close up photos on the project. Make sure to check out the video above for a step by step tutorial.

The inspiration for this page came from the new die by Sizzix designed by Tim Holtz – Santas Wish Colorize( SBC | SSS ). Putting all the layers together will end up into an adorable Santa that you can use in so may projects.

My Santa is holding a naughty list… and he is checking it twice

There are many different techniques used to create tha background and I had so much fun creating it. I played with collage paper, acrylic paint, gesso, stencil, paste, heat embossing …

And since Santa is checking his naughty list… well I had to go with a fun quote ….

For my quotes I like to combine bigger and smaller fonts. You can achieve that by writting everything with your pen or if you are like me you can combine alphabet stamps and dies or even print out your sentiments.

Here is a close-up look where you can see all the things going on at the background… yet the focal point really pops.

supplies

Below you can find a list of all the products used today. Links to multiple online shops are available, just click the logo below each item. Affiliate links used where possible at no extra cost to you.

Sizzix – Christmas – Tim Holtz -…
[ SBC | SSS ]
Tim Holtz Idea-ology HOLLY Collage…
[ SSS ]
Ranger Ink – Dylusions Creative…
[ SBC | SSS ]
Idea-ology – Tim Holtz – Christmas -…
[ SBC | SSS ]
Tim Holtz Idea-ology CHRISTMAS Design…
[ SSS ]
Ranger Ink – Tim Holtz – Distress…
[ SBC | SSS ]
Stampers Anonymous – Christmas – Tim…
[ SBC | SSS ]
Sizzix – Tim Holtz – Alterations…
[ SBC | SSS ]
Altenew – Dies – Caps Bold Alphabet
[ SBC | SSS ]
Ranger Ink – Tim Holtz – Distress…
[ SBC | SSS ]
Ranger Ink – Tim Holtz – Distress…
[ SBC | SSS ]
Ranger Ink – Tim Holtz – Distress…
[ SBC | SSS ]
Sakura – Gelly Roll Pen – Classic -…
[ SBC | SSS ]
Wendy Vecchi Embossing Paste WHITE…
[ SSS ]
Ranger Ink – Specialty 1 Embossing…
[ SBC | SSS ]
Nuvo – Deluxe Adhesive
[ SBC | SSS ]
Tonic Studios – Tim Holtz -…
[ SBC | SSS ]
Tonic Studios – Tim Holtz – Non-Stick…
[ SBC | SSS ]
Studio Katia EMBELLISHMENT WAND sk014
[ SSS ]
Faber-Castell – Mix and Match…
[ SBC | SSS ]
Spellbinders – Tool N One – Rose Gold
[ SBC | SSS ]
2 Inch Clear Double Sided Adhesive Roll
[ SBC ]
WOW DUAL SPEED HEAT TOOL WZHT-USA
[ SSS ]
Tonic Studios – Tim Holtz – 8.5 Inch…
[ SBC | SSS ]
Tonic Studios – Tim Holtz – Glass…
[ SBC | SSS ]
Sizzix – Big Shot Foldaway Machine…
[ SBC ]
Amazon.com : DYMO Label Maker |…
[ AMZUS ]

14 Comments

  1. Amazing pages. Just love them. Your work is always inspirational.
    Oh dear Vicky, given the length of your naughty list, presents might be a bit sparse this year ???

  2. Wow what a fun art journal page. I really enjoy your pages that you create.
    When I see your posting come into my in box I have to open it right away and watch your video. Thank you for sharing these wonderful pages.

  3. I love your journal pages. So happy that you are doing more of them. You have inspired me so much! Thank you! I look forward to seeing what else you’ll be creating in your journals.

  4. These pages are exquisite……….as are all of your pages. I am really happy that you are sharing more of your art journaling………..keep it up! You are an inspiration to me. Just wish that my budget allowed me to purchase the products that you use. Job well done!

  5. Oh, Vicky! What a fantastic journal page and video. I must admit that I’ve missed seeing you create journal pages like this one. So many techniques and layers. I’m trying to incorporate some tissue paper into my projects, but I get stuck on how best to use it. (I must go back and rewatch some of your older videos!) Your Santa is just so adorable, including his mitten! And that background is stunning and gorgeous!!! The distressing techniques you did on the naughty list are ones I’ve learned from you and tried. Love the look too! I have the ornament colorize die set and although I really like the look, the small pieces can be challenging for me, but this Santa …!! I have long loved that Christmas tissue by Tim. It’s beautiful and so vintage! Great ideas and tips throughout your video. Absolutely enjoyed every second. The other day I met with my real estate broker to look at a home and it turns out she crafts too! We were discussing who we follow on youtube and we both follow and adore you!! Were you ears ringing!? Thank you very much for this fantastic video. May you stay safe and be well. PS – LOVIN’ this new series!! Thank you, thank you!

    1. Debbie thank you so much for the feedback and the support! It seems so unreal to read that fellow crafters discuss my projects so far away! It really makes my day! Thank you Debbie and I hope you will have a wonderful holiday season.

  6. Fantastic page. Love watching all your videos. I learn so much from them. Your are amazing. Thank you for all your wonderful tips. Stay safe.

  7. Fabulous page Vicky, your creativity is enormous and so inspiring.
    Thank you so much for sharing, stay safe and have a wonderful weekend.

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