Uploaded September 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
There's a new Powerwax that's slightly different from the previous Powerwax and I was curious how different it was. That's what led to making collage papers with stencils and Powerwax. Mixing Powerwax with paint allowed me to do things that I couldn't do with just paint. acolorfuljourney.com/?p=37240
——— S U P P L I E S ———
Some of these links may be affiliate links which means I get a small percentage and it doesn’t cost you anything extra! And you get a really good feeling knowing that you are helping keep the free tutorials coming!
PowerWax comes in two sizes. I'm using the larger size in the video
---bit.ly/3C169aU (the smaller size)
---bit.ly/48oyJPF (the larger size)
Stencils:
---Squares Layer Me stencilgirlproducts.com/stencil-layer-me-squares-dube-p/l381.htm
---Feelings and Emotions Alphabet stencilgirlproducts.com/stencil-Emotions-Feelings----Alphabet-Carolyn-Dube-p/l830.htm
---Speckles and Spots stencilgirlproducts.com/stencil-speckles-spots-Carolyn-Dube-p/l587.htm
Tissue Paper: I prefer these because the come flat so no crease and I just cut them in half to be the size seen in the video
---ldli.co/e/m5k9ood [ Blick Art Materials ]
Paints:
---Red
• ldli.co/e/lm9zdgg [ Blick Art Materials ]
• amzn.to/3XfPGGQ [ Amazon US ]
---Black
• ldli.co/e/xlzy314 [ Blick Art Materials ]
• amzn.to/3XFAELR [ Amazon US ]
Glues:
---Gel Medium
• ldli.co/e/1pyjx01 [ Blick Art Materials ]
• amzn.to/3Zhn5DG [ Amazon US ]
---Fluid Matte Medium
• ldli.co/e/d7gd51m [ Blick Art Materials ]
• amzn.to/4dYhVkh [ Amazon US ]
Embossing Tool/Stylus/Whatever it's called tool with round ends:
---5Pcs Double End Tracing Dotting Stylus, Stainless Steel amzn.to/3MJ9uxk [ Amazon US ]
I’m Carolyn Dube, a self taught mixed media art adventurer who found freedom through play exploring the colors of the rainbow, avoiding rules whenever possible, and letting the little kid inside free.
Get signed up for my weekly newsletter for weekly inspiration, creative encouragement and a new free download every week! bit.ly/1bVsMYI
Want to play? Want to know specific ways to let go and have fun? Join the fun in my free mixed media workshop Permission to Play acolorfuljourney.com/permission-play-free-workshop
You can find me designing stencils for StencilGirl Products, teaching in person and online workshops and sharing the message of O.O.P.S. here on YouTube and on the blog, aColorfulJourney.com
What does O.O.P.S. stand for? It stands for Outstanding Opportunities Presenting Suddenly.
Those “failures” and “mistakes” that we so harshly criticized ourselves about actually became true gifts as soon as you start saying O.O.P.S. Try saying Oops in an angry tone. It makes it even more silly!
I just can’t take myself seriously when I say Oops which is just what I needed to play. I began to play, to have fun, and to embrace all of my “mistakes”.
Where you can find me playing:
acolorfuljourney.com
On Instagram instagram.com/carolyn_dube
Pinterest pinterest.com/cdube
There's a new Powerwax that's slightly different from the previous Powerwax and I was curious how different it was. That's what led to making collage papers with stencils and Powerwax. Mixing Powerwax with paint allowed me to do things that I couldn't do with just paint. acolorfuljourney.com/?p=37240
——— S U P P L I E S ———
Some of these links may be affiliate links which means I get a small percentage and it doesn’t cost you anything extra! And you get a really good feeling knowing that you are helping keep the free tutorials coming!
PowerWax comes in two sizes. I'm using the larger size in the video
---bit.ly/3C169aU (the smaller size)
---bit.ly/48oyJPF (the larger size)
Stencils:
---Squares Layer Me stencilgirlproducts.com/stencil-layer-me-squares-dube-p/l381.htm
---Feelings and Emotions Alphabet stencilgirlproducts.com/stencil-Emotions-Feelings----Alphabet-Carolyn-Dube-p/l830.htm
---Speckles and Spots stencilgirlproducts.com/stencil-speckles-spots-Carolyn-Dube-p/l587.htm
Tissue Paper: I prefer these because the come flat so no crease and I just cut them in half to be the size seen in the video
---ldli.co/e/m5k9ood [ Blick Art Materials ]
Paints:
---Red
• ldli.co/e/lm9zdgg [ Blick Art Materials ]
• amzn.to/3XfPGGQ [ Amazon US ]
---Black
• ldli.co/e/xlzy314 [ Blick Art Materials ]
• amzn.to/3XFAELR [ Amazon US ]
Glues:
---Gel Medium
• ldli.co/e/1pyjx01 [ Blick Art Materials ]
• amzn.to/3Zhn5DG [ Amazon US ]
---Fluid Matte Medium
• ldli.co/e/d7gd51m [ Blick Art Materials ]
• amzn.to/4dYhVkh [ Amazon US ]
Embossing Tool/Stylus/Whatever it's called tool with round ends:
---5Pcs Double End Tracing Dotting Stylus, Stainless Steel amzn.to/3MJ9uxk [ Amazon US ]
I’m Carolyn Dube, a self taught mixed media art adventurer who found freedom through play exploring the colors of the rainbow, avoiding rules whenever possible, and letting the little kid inside free.
Get signed up for my weekly newsletter for weekly inspiration, creative encouragement and a new free download every week! bit.ly/1bVsMYI
Want to play? Want to know specific ways to let go and have fun? Join the fun in my free mixed media workshop Permission to Play acolorfuljourney.com/permission-play-free-workshop
You can find me designing stencils for StencilGirl Products, teaching in person and online workshops and sharing the message of O.O.P.S. here on YouTube and on the blog, aColorfulJourney.com
What does O.O.P.S. stand for? It stands for Outstanding Opportunities Presenting Suddenly.
Those “failures” and “mistakes” that we so harshly criticized ourselves about actually became true gifts as soon as you start saying O.O.P.S. Try saying Oops in an angry tone. It makes it even more silly!
I just can’t take myself seriously when I say Oops which is just what I needed to play. I began to play, to have fun, and to embrace all of my “mistakes”.
Where you can find me playing:
acolorfuljourney.com
On Instagram instagram.com/carolyn_dube
Pinterest pinterest.com/cdube



![Strong Women are Super Heroes!
When youve got a stencil and a mask, you can take any background and transform it! Im using my Strong Women stencils to play around on envelopes, on an old paint palette, a gel print and in an art journal. Lots of play in this video!
One of the many great things about stencils is how many different ways you can play with them! Want more ideas for how to use stencils? Then check out my online workshop, Joy of Stenciling Workshop https://acolorfuljourney.com/?page_id=35214
StencilGirl Products Stencils Used:
Strong Women stencil and mask set: https://www.stencilgirlproducts.com/stencil-Strong-Women-Carolyn-Dube-p/l955.htm
Heroic Words stencil: https://www.stencilgirlproducts.com/stencil-Heroic-Women-Carolyn-Dube-p/l957.htm
Speech Bubbles stencil and mask set: https://www.stencilgirlproducts.com/stencil-Speech-Bubbles-Carolyn-Dube-p/l925.htm
SUPPLIES
Some of these links may be affiliate links which means I get a small percentage and it doesn’t cost you anything extra! And you get a really good feeling knowing that you are helping keep the free tutorials coming!
• White Water Based Spray Paint
——— https://amzn.to/40X7TKk [ Amazon US ]
——— https://ldli.co/e/9d5zzdd [ Blick Art Materials ]
• Amsterdam Blue Paint
——— https://ldli.co/e/kqellq4 [ Blick Art Materials ]
——— https://amzn.to/3WfPVzj [ Amazon US ]
• Amsterdam Orange Paint
——— https://ldli.co/e/76r1163 [ Blick Art Materials ]
——— https://amzn.to/3rqNrkB [ Amazon US ]
• Amsterdam Yellowish Green Paint
——— https://ldli.co/e/nqlddq6 [ Blick Art Materials ]
——— https://amzn.to/3RCJeoi [ Amazon US ]
• Amsterdam Bright Pink Paint
——— https://ldli.co/e/6lnxxl2 [ Blick Art Materials ]
——— https://amzn.to/3SNWPuk [ Amazon US ]
• Amsterdam Purple Paint
——— https://ldli.co/e/gqn55qn [ Blick Art Materials ]
——— https://amzn.to/3RAOHvS [ Amazon US ]
• Heavy Body Black Paint
——— https://ldli.co/e/070ee7j [ Blick Art Materials ]
——— https://amzn.to/3STABXv [ Amazon US ]
• Uhu glue stick
——— https://amzn.to/2PAwJdm [ Amazon US ]
——— https://ldli.co/e/43omm30 [ Blick Art Materials ]
I’m Carolyn Dube, a self taught mixed media art adventurer who found freedom through play exploring the colors of the rainbow, avoiding rules whenever possible, and letting the little kid inside free.
Get signed up for my weekly newsletter for weekly inspiration, creative encouragement and a new free download every week! http://bit.ly/1bVsMYI
Want to play? Want to know specific ways to let go and have fun? Join the fun in my free mixed media workshop Permission to Play https://acolorfuljourney.com/permission-play-free-workshop/
You can find me designing stencils for StencilGirl Products, teaching in person and online workshops and sharing the message of O.O.P.S. here on YouTube and on the blog, aColorfulJourney.com
What does O.O.P.S. stand for? It stands for Outstanding Opportunities Presenting Suddenly.
Those “failures” and “mistakes” that we so harshly criticized ourselves about actually became true gifts as soon as you start saying O.O.P.S. Try saying Oops in an angry tone. It makes it even more silly!
I just can’t take myself seriously when I say Oops which is just what I needed to play. I began to play, to have fun, and to embrace all of my “mistakes”.
Where you can find me playing:
http://acolorfuljourney.com/
On Instagram https://instagram.com/carolyn_dube/
Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/cdube/ Strong Women are Super Heroes!](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/SxRBCUEpM6k/mqdefault.jpg)
![Transform Your Gel Prints into Durable Necklaces Using Powertex Universal Medium
What if there was a way to turn your gel prints into durable paper jewelry thats waterproof, strong, and has a little shine to it? And do all that in one step? There is thanks to Powertexs Universal Medium https://ldli.co/e/m5lgyqp . Oh, and its non-toxic! Plus, its a very forgiving process!
Gel Printing Workshops: https://acolorfuljourney.com/workshops-2/
——— S U P P L I E S ———
Some of these links may be affiliate links which means I get a small percentage and it doesn’t cost you anything extra! And you get a really good feeling knowing that you are helping keep the free tutorials coming!
Powertex Universal Medium: The bottle I used is the 1000gr size -and they have it in several sizes.
• Powertex Universal Medium TRANSPARENT 500gr
——— https://ldli.co/e/3oe4qze [ powertexproductsusa.com ]
• Powertex Universal Medium TRANSPARENT 1000g
——— https://ldli.co/e/m5lgyqp [ powertexproductsusa.com ]
• Powertex USA Bottle Opener
——— https://ldli.co/e/e27nygx [ powertexproductsusa.com ]
• Tool used for spreading and scraping
——— https://ldli.co/e/0750mel [ Blick Art Materials ]
• Punch to make the little itty bitty holes for the jump rings
——— https://amzn.to/4gKr8xh [ Amazon US ]
• Cutter Pillar paper cutter
——— https://amzn.to/411iUey [ Amazon US ]
• 4 Pack Jewelry Pliers Jewelry Making Pliers Tools Kit
——— https://amzn.to/3X9pgXZ [ Amazon US ]
The circle punches were 1 1/8 and 1 1/2
You can use just about any chain and clasp you like. I bought the black chain, jump rings, and lobster claw clasp at Michaels in their jewelry department. When choosing a jump ring, go for a big one so that its not too tight on there with multiple garlands.
I’m Carolyn Dube, a self taught mixed media art adventurer who found freedom through play exploring the colors of the rainbow, avoiding rules whenever possible, and letting the little kid inside free.
Get signed up for my weekly newsletter for weekly inspiration, creative encouragement and a new free download every week! http://bit.ly/1bVsMYI
Want to play? Want to know specific ways to let go and have fun? Join the fun in my free mixed media workshop Permission to Play https://acolorfuljourney.com/permission-play-free-workshop/
You can find me designing stencils for StencilGirl Products, teaching in person and online workshops and sharing the message of O.O.P.S. here on YouTube and on the blog, aColorfulJourney.com
What does O.O.P.S. stand for? It stands for Outstanding Opportunities Presenting Suddenly.
Those “failures” and “mistakes” that we so harshly criticized ourselves about actually became true gifts as soon as you start saying O.O.P.S. Try saying Oops in an angry tone. It makes it even more silly!
I just can’t take myself seriously when I say Oops which is just what I needed to play. I began to play, to have fun, and to embrace all of my “mistakes”.
Where you can find me playing:
http://acolorfuljourney.com/
On Instagram https://instagram.com/carolyn_dube/
Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/cdube/ Transform Your Gel Prints into Durable Necklaces Using Powertex Universal Medium](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/T-2TtHOEib8/mqdefault.jpg)


![Gel Printing Rainbows
Rain or shine, you can make your own rainbows on a gel plate! Theres a simple trick to this rainbow technique and of course, you can customize it with any colors you want in any order you want! What is the trick? To use a small amount of paint. Thats tough for me, but I found a way to do it consistently! See how in the video.
Gel Printing Resources:https://acolorfuljourney.com/gel-printing-techniques-tutorials/
Visit the blog post for this video at https://acolorfuljourney.com/?p=33975
——— S U P P L I E S ———
Here are the supplies used. Some of these links may be affiliate links which means I get a small percentage and it doesn’t cost you anything extra! It doesn’t cost you anything extra and you get a really good feeling knowing that you are helping keep the free tutorials coming!
• PAINT NOZZLES for Amsterdam paints
——— https://ldli.co/e/6ly3dj2 [ Blick Art Materials ]
• Gel Press plates
——— https://amzn.to/2z9y4p2 [ Amazon US ]
• ESSDEE roller
——— https://amzn.to/3Md8j6I [ Amazon US ]
• Paper
——— https://amzn.to/3Nj0q0Q [ Amazon US ]
Amsterdam Paint Colors:
• Magenta
——— https://ldli.co/e/gqzolkn [ Blick Art Materials ]
• Pink
——— https://ldli.co/e/074ryjj [ Blick Art Materials ]
• Orange
——— https://ldli.co/e/43yrxj0 [ Blick Art Materials ]
• Yellow
——— https://ldli.co/e/263ryjm [ Blick Art Materials ]
• Green
——— https://ldli.co/e/5y471jx [ Blick Art Materials ]
• Turquoise Green
——— https://ldli.co/e/3o39ljx [ Blick Art Materials ]
• Turquoise Blue
——— https://ldli.co/e/m53ek9r [ Blick Art Materials ]
• Purple
——— https://ldli.co/e/e2e10z0 [ Blick Art Materials ]
I’m Carolyn Dube - a mixed media art adventurer who takes the intimidation out of supplies so that you can find freedom through creativity. Play with every color of the rainbow, avoid rules whenever possible, and let the little kid inside of you free through art.
Want to play? Want to know specific ways to let go and have fun? Join the fun in my free mixed media workshop Permission to Play https://acolorfuljourney.com/permission-play-free-workshop/
You can find me designing stencils for StencilGirl Products, teaching in person and online workshops and sharing the message of O.O.P.S. here on YouTube and on the blog, aColorfulJourney.com
What does O.O.P.S. stand for? It stands for Outstanding Opportunities Presenting Suddenly.
Those “failures” and “mistakes” that we so harshly criticized ourselves about actually became true gifts as soon as you start saying O.O.P.S. Try saying Oops in an angry tone. It makes it even more silly!
I just can’t take myself seriously when I say Oops which is just what I needed to play. I began to play, to have fun, and to embrace all of my “mistakes”.
Want to play? Want to know specific ways to let go and have fun? Join the fun in my free mixed media workshop Permission to Play https://acolorfuljourney.com/permission-play-free-workshop/
Blog: http://acolorfuljourney.com/
Free Workshop https://acolorfuljourney.com/permission-play-free-workshop/
Newsletter http://bit.ly/1bVsMYI
YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdXS_Br77vmmJTlHQFL0rNQ
Instagram https://instagram.com/carolyn_dube/
Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/aColorfulJourney/
Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/cdube/ Gel Printing Rainbows](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/TFbepr_2FBk/mqdefault.jpg)


![Gel Printing with an Oreo
You can gel print with just about anything, including an Oreo. Im smitten with the pattern it creates but there are challenges when using cookies in art! And yes, once these have paint on them theyre no longer considered edible, which did upset the husband just a bit.
Want to know more about gel printing? Ive got a whole page of resources, tips, tricks, and everything you need to know to get started at https://acolorfuljourney.com/gel-printing-techniques-tutorials/
Ready to go deeper and consistently get prints you love? Then check out my online and in person workshops at https://acolorfuljourney.com/workshops-2/
——— S U P P L I E S ———
Here are the supplies used. Some of these links may be affiliate links which means I get a small percentage and it doesn’t cost you anything extra! It doesn’t cost you anything extra and you get a really good feeling knowing that you are helping keep the free tutorials coming!
• 6 x 6 gel press plate
——— https://ldli.co/e/5yygzjq [ Blick Art Materials ]
——— https://amzn.to/2LDeaEj [ Amazon US ]
• Brayer
——— https://amzn.to/2XcPP08 [ Amazon US ]
——— https://ldli.co/e/3oon1je [ Blick Art Materials ]
• Greenish blue Amsterdam paint
——— https://ldli.co/e/m55r69p [ Blick Art Materials ]
• Yellow Amsterdam paint
——— https://ldli.co/e/e22rxzx [ Blick Art Materials ]
• Bright pink Amsterdam paint
——— https://ldli.co/e/qyyq21e [ Blick Art Materials ]
• Yellowish Green Amsterdam paint
——— https://ldli.co/e/jqq2k1x [ Blick Art Materials ]
• Primary Magenta Amsterdam paint
——— https://ldli.co/e/yeekzyd [ Blick Art Materials ]
I’m Carolyn Dube - a mixed media art adventurer who takes the intimidation out of supplies so that you can find freedom through creativity. Play with every color of the rainbow, avoid rules whenever possible, and let the little kid inside of you free through art.
Want to play? Want to know specific ways to let go and have fun? Join the fun in my free mixed media workshop Permission to Play https://acolorfuljourney.com/permission-play-free-workshop/
You can find me designing stencils for StencilGirl Products, teaching in person and online workshops and sharing the message of O.O.P.S. here on YouTube and on the blog, aColorfulJourney.com
What does O.O.P.S. stand for? It stands for Outstanding Opportunities Presenting Suddenly.
Those “failures” and “mistakes” that we so harshly criticized ourselves about actually became true gifts as soon as you start saying O.O.P.S. Try saying Oops in an angry tone. It makes it even more silly!
I just can’t take myself seriously when I say Oops which is just what I needed to play. I began to play, to have fun, and to embrace all of my “mistakes”.
Want to play? Want to know specific ways to let go and have fun? Join the fun in my free mixed media workshop Permission to Play https://acolorfuljourney.com/permission-play-free-workshop/
Blog: http://acolorfuljourney.com/
Free Workshop https://acolorfuljourney.com/permission-play-free-workshop/
Newsletter http://bit.ly/1bVsMYI
YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdXS_Br77vmmJTlHQFL0rNQ
Instagram https://instagram.com/carolyn_dube/
Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/aColorfulJourney/
Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/cdube/ Gel Printing with an Oreo](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Tbp939xeIt0/mqdefault.jpg)