Ceri GriffithsI am currently working on storage box project for my journal signatures and journal covers, one which I hope to be able to film and share the creation of with you all. I need approximately six 12x12 background papers to be able to cover the whole box therefore I thought I'd bring you along on the journey of me creating them.
Links:
Darcy's Spiced Orange & Yellow video which was my inspiration: youtu.be/GzS0RSNosEA
Backgrounds in a Theme plus a New LaunchCeri Griffiths2023-03-04 | I am currently working on storage box project for my journal signatures and journal covers, one which I hope to be able to film and share the creation of with you all. I need approximately six 12x12 background papers to be able to cover the whole box therefore I thought I'd bring you along on the journey of me creating them.
Links:
Darcy's Spiced Orange & Yellow video which was my inspiration: youtu.be/GzS0RSNosEA
Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comInspired by Nicole Relax Cut GlueCeri Griffiths2023-04-11 | I subscribe to a channel called Nicole, Relax Cut Glue, I have a couple of glue books and Nicole is a fabulous lady who's both funny and talented.
Recently Nicole launched a video which inspired me to use some of my magazine images that I'd been struggling to find a place for amongst my collage pieces.
Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comMake more of your 6x6 padCeri Griffiths2023-04-08 | I was sorting out supply drawers the other day and came across a 6"x6" paper pad I'd forgotten about and thought it was about time I did something with it. A masterboard is a great way to use these smaller pieces of designer papers and for me a 12"x12" masterboard is far more useful than a small pad of paper hidden in a drawer.
Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comPink and Orange Colour ExperimentCeri Griffiths2023-04-02 | This months ventures into different colour combinations is with Pink and Orange, not colours I'd normally put together and pink is possibly my least favourite colour. I was aiming to make a journal cover and I think the final result will make a lovely romantic style journal.
These monthly colour combinations are launched by a Facebook group created by P.M. Artist Studio called "Makers of Mixed Media Art and Artists", here is the link to the group if you're interested, you'll have to answer two questions to gain entry, don't worry they're really easy.
As an added bonus if you use the code CeriFan10 at checkout you'll gain an extra 10% off your order if its over $30 and you've used no other promotional codes.
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Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comWhats in my Journal Making Box?Ceri Griffiths2023-03-30 | Recently I created a box and covered it to store my journal covers and signature pages, since I launched those videos I've had requests to see how I've used the box and to share the contents. Here is a kind of flip through of the box.
Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comGreen Artrist Trading Card Swap Kirsten, March 2023Ceri Griffiths2023-03-27 | This month I did an ATC swap with the lovely Kirsten from Quirky Queens Journals and the package I received was full of wonderful delights. Thank you Kirsten.
Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comGel Print Mistake and RescueCeri Griffiths2023-03-25 | I was inspired by fellow artist Elizabeth St. Hilaire to try her two-tone dual pattern technique, I made notes and got started, however I deviated slightly from her instructions, and yes you guessed it I messed it up. I did however persevere and ended up with a wonderful print which was not the one I intended.
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Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comFrom mess up to magnificentCeri Griffiths2023-03-25 | ...Katy Sue Designs 332 ButterfliesCeri Griffiths2023-03-22 | I want to introduce you to a new product that has come across my desk from Katy Sue Designs, its a two page set of butterflies that are coloured on both sides and already fussy cut. I loved using them and they're a great stash builder.
Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comA journey through my collage book, page 11Ceri Griffiths2023-03-22 | ...I Know My EnemyCeri Griffiths2023-03-19 | I know most of us say there's not enough hours in the day, and why is that, life has gotten busy and we have so many demands on our time. How many of those demands do we ourselves control.
Happy Crafting Ceri
Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comWhy I JournalCeri Griffiths2023-03-16 | A comment I read a lot when I'm visiting journalling sites is "what do you do with a journal"? I believe we each have our own unique answer to that question and in this video I share my reasons for journalling.
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Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comMaking My New Journal Signature Storage BoxCeri Griffiths2023-03-13 | Recently I shared a video of me creating six gel print backgrounds (link below) for a box project I was planning. I wasn't sure I was going to be able to film the box making process however the requests from my subscribers were so many I felt I had to give it my best shot.
Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comMy 25 pence Abstract CanvasCeri Griffiths2023-03-10 | Very often the reason we don't create is the fear of failure or we feel that it'll be an expensive fail, using recycled or free items is a great way to play with art and learn along the way.
Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comSignature Pages with My Rose DesignCeri Griffiths2023-03-07 | Sometimes the oldest techniques are the best and in this case adding beautiful rose designs to journal pages couldn't be easier with my new stencil designs.
Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comDark Red & Green Plus Two New LaunchesCeri Griffiths2023-03-02 | Sometimes you get a colour combination that just isn't working for you and this was one of them for me. I was determined not to make it look like Christmas, that I achieved, however what I created was a surprise even to me.
As promised here is the link to my numbers harvesting video: youtu.be/bBLPgKhQC-g
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Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comA journey through my collage book, page 10Ceri Griffiths2023-02-25 | ...Valentine Tag Swap with Michelle, Feb 2023Ceri Griffiths2023-02-23 | What's not to love about a Valentines tag swap, Michelle Mixed Media and I swapped tags for the month of February with the only requirements being that it was three tags and each had to have a heart on it.
Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.com#jjtipstrickshacks23, Stress Less Creative SpaceCeri Griffiths2023-02-20 | It was an honour to receive an invite to be part of RachandBella Crafts February 2023 collaboration focusing on Tips, Hints and Hacks, my contribution focuses on things you can do to reduce stress when creating in your creative space.
Have fun and be sure to follow the hash tag #jjtipstrickshacks23 to see all of the contributions to this fabulous collaboration.
This is the link to everyone’s channel to be able to view all of the videos launched and a few little extras within this collaboration: https://linktr.ee/rachandbellacollabs
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Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comSmall Numbers for EphemeraCeri Griffiths2023-02-17 | I am often asked where I get the small numbers I use on my ephemera, in a nut shell, they're free and you've possibly already got them.
Here are some hints and tips on where to find them and how to harvest them.
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Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comATC Swap Mail January 2023Ceri Griffiths2023-02-14 | What a fabulous batch of miniature pieces of art in the form of ATC's or Artist Trading Cards. These are the results of a swap I did with some members of the facebook group Makers of Mixed Media Art & Artist group, the link is below.
Thank you Joan, Eve and Trish for sharing your treasures with me.
Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comLarge Multi Layered Journal CardsCeri Griffiths2023-02-10 | I was doing little late night crafting creating some large journal cards for an up and coming project of mine when I suddenly realised that I should have turned on the camera. So I decided to recreate them the next day, I hope you like the video, its a little longer than usual but I couldn't have done it any quicker.
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Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comHappy Mail, Charlotte Morton 2023Ceri Griffiths2023-02-07 | Unexpected gifts are always the best, especially when that little parcel is full of treasures and inspiration. Thank you so much Charlotte.
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Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comPrussian Blue and Yellow Colour Combination ChallengeCeri Griffiths2023-02-04 | February and its another colour combination challenge, this colour combination resulted in a lively summery nautical feeling background for me.
Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comBook Pages Into BasesCeri Griffiths2023-02-01 | In January I launched a video on how to gut a book and from that video I had a few comments generated by me saying I use the book pages as bases. This is a subscriber request that I show how I turn book pages into bases.
Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comImage Transfer PlayCeri Griffiths2023-01-29 | I am often asked in my subscriber comments if I do image transfer on my gel plate, and yes I do, however up until now I've not shared a video on it as I feel there are YouTubers more expert in it than I am and I've not been sure I've got anything new to add.
But as always if you ask I will try and share my techniques on video.
This is the link to a Froyle Davis video on image transfer and I fully recommend you go over and give it a watch: youtu.be/x3-kISOYEgc Foyle has other videos on this technique so check out her FroyleArt channel as well.
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I wanted to finish off what I had planned for my last journal 2022 page and this video is me completing that wish.
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Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comHow I Gut A Used BookCeri Griffiths2023-01-23 | In 2022 I created a playlist where I shared hints, tips and techniques for beginners who wished to make journals, in 2023 I plan to continue with that plan and raise the skills bar a little.
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Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comGrandfathers Letters Stencil Mask LaunchCeri Griffiths2023-01-20 | I'd like to introduce you to my design called Grandfather's Letters, its both and stencil and a mask, also it has a personal backstory to it which I share in the video.
This versatile design lends itself to many different styles and themes and I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.
My PM Artist discount code has just been renewed so you can use the code; CeriFan10 at checkout to get a further 10% off your purchases over $30.
Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comCollage Tissue Backgrounds Flip Through 2023Ceri Griffiths2023-01-14 | At the beginning of each year I like to rebuild any stashes I've depleted during the previous year. My drawer of collage tissue papers was looking low and I happened to share some images of me creating new ones which in turn generated requests to see the finished collage pages. This is a flip through of this years collage tissue papers....my stash.
Don't forget to use the promo code I showed in the video
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Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comLazy Layers, GeometricsCeri Griffiths2023-01-11 | I would like to introduce to the Lazy Layers, Geometrics, the first in a series of stencils to be developed for the smaller project, a four in one stencil.
I apologise in advance as the camera work was a little wobbly at some stages due to me changing my set up, I'm endeavouring to get that fixed soon.
My PM Artist discount code has just been renewed so you can use the code; CeriFan10 at checkout to get a further 10% off your purchases over $30.
Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comDeep Purple and Turquoise Colour Combination ChallengeCeri Griffiths2023-01-08 | January marks the start of the 2023 Colour Combination Challenges, colour combinations that are requested by my subscribers in their comments.
The main aim of this is to widen our colour knowledge and share combinations which might not have previously been thought of.
Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comPaints Ive Never Used BeforeCeri Griffiths2023-01-05 | Sometimes you come a cross a product range you've not heard of. I knew Stamperia did paper pads and rice paper as their rice paper is a favourite of mine but acrylic paints were a new one for me personally.
The Stamperia acrylic paints are obviously meant to be used for painting but I wanted to try them out on my gel plate as I liked the colours.....did it work?
My PM Artist discount code has just been renewed so you can use the code; CeriFan10 at checkout to get a further 10% off your purchases over $30.
Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comWhy do I privately Art JournalCeri Griffiths2023-01-01 | In 2022 I was asked many times why I no longer create art journal pages in my videos, and there's a reason. In this video I offer the reasons why and flip through all of my Art Journals to share my personal evolution in art journalling.
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Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comSwap Mail, Susan & Charlotte, 29th December 2022Ceri Griffiths2022-12-29 | A few days past Christmas and some of the 2022 swaps arrived in my mail box, with all of the postal issues we've got in the UK I'm surprised they made it here this year.
Two envelopes full of loveliness from Charlotte and Susan, thank you.
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Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.com2022 Christmas Message from CeriCeri Griffiths2022-12-25 | I wanted to say a huge thank you to all my subscribers, friends and followers for your encouragement and support over the past year and to share with you my future plans.
Thank you
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Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comHopeless Harlequin Stencil LaunchCeri Griffiths2022-12-21 | I'd like to introduce you to another of my stencil designs, Hopeless Harlequin, it comes in three sizes and offers variation in the pattern.
I apologise in advance as the camera work was a little wobbly at some stages due to me changing my set up, I'm endeavouring to get that fixed soon.
My PM Artist discount code has just been renewed so you can use the code; CeriFan10 at checkout to get a further 10% off your purchases over $30.
Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comBroken Bark Mask LaunchCeri Griffiths2022-12-17 | I happy and excited to introduce you to my first mask design in collaboration with P.M. Artist Studio. It has long been a dream of mine to design stencils and masks, I hope you love them.
My PM Artist discount code has just been renewed so you can use the code; CeriFan10 at checkout to get a further 10% off your purchases over $30.
Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comPostcards Received Autumn Postcards Swap 2022Ceri Griffiths2022-12-13 | I've just received two of my three Autumn postcards from my swap partners and they're fabulous, I hope you like this short little video where I share my first reactions to the opening of the packages.
Thank you Nancy and Rhonda your pieces of art will be cherished
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Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comChristmas Tag Swap 2023 with CharlotteCeri Griffiths2022-12-09 | I was invited by the lovely Carol Parker of Oak House Journals to be a guest in her Christmas Tag swap this year, and of course, enjoying a good swap I said yes.
I was paired with Charlotte in the United States however due to UK postal strikes I knew my tag would never arrive by Christmas so I came up with another plan.
Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comVan Dyke Brown & Pink, A Wonderful CombinationCeri Griffiths2022-12-05 | This colour combination came together really quickly and I just felt I discovered a new combination I'd not thought of using before, this will certainly be one I revisit in the future.
Spring and autumn are my favourite times of the year and these postcards gave me joy to create and hopefully will bring joy to those who receive them.
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Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comCutting Perfect Tag CornersCeri Griffiths2022-11-27 | I've had so many subscriber requests to share with you all how I cut my tag angles and how I made the little gadget I use to make my tag corners uniform. I hope this video will answer all of the comments and requests.
I'm always happy to share with you all anything that makes creating easier.
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Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comBeginners December Daily JournalCeri Griffiths2022-11-23 | Throughout 2022 I've been sharing some hints, tips and techniques to help the beginner start their journey into journal making. With December fast approaching I thought this would be the perfect time of year to make a December daily journal. I've kept everything as simple a possible so no one is overwhelmed and with as little materials and equipment as possible.
I hope you have fun creating this journal and then embellishing it in your own style whilst you use it.
Happy Crafting Ceri
Etsy shop, Ceri The Crafter etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comBirthday Baren from Cody Wood CraftsCeri Griffiths2022-11-19 | Every year I buy myself a birthday present and the reason will become apparent at the start of this video. This year my gift to myself was a Baren for my gel printing....and I absolutely love it.
Ceri The Crafter on Etsy etsy.com/uk/shop/CeriTheCrafter FaceBook @Ceri Griffiths Creative Designs Website cerigriffithscreativedesigns.comUnique Business CardsCeri Griffiths2022-11-14 | In the world of business you need to stand out and as an artist you have the unique opportunity to make your business card stand out amongst the others.
I love to hand people a little piece of my art knowing its likely to catch their eye every time they look in their wallet, bag or purse.