Tuesday, February 23, 2016

Tissue Wrap Experimentation

Hi everyone!  I'm here sharing a fun project today based on one I did previously.  I wanted to translate the basic idea of first project to a smaller format, that being the new Framed Panel. 

I used Collage Medium to adhere Correspondence paper to the back of the panel (remember the Framed Panel comes in two pieces) and let it dry. Collage Medium has a very short drying window - perfect for small collages like this one. 

When glancing at this piece you might think that I stamped all the black images, like the map at the top or the word airmail.  Well, the answer is yes, I did stamp all the images.  But what you probably wouldn’t have figured out is that I stamped the images on the new blank Tissue Wrap.  It is a translucent paper that can be adhered to a surface using Collage Medium or Multi Medium.
So why would I want to do that when I could have just stamped the images directly?  Let me explain.
  
When I’m working on a mixed media piece, I’m usually using some kind of glue like Collage Medium or Multi Medium.  If you have ever tried stamping directly on the surface it can be challenge to get a good image in one try compounded by the dry time even when you have chosen the right ink.  Using the Tissue Wrap gives piece of mind because you know whether or not the image is good before you adhere it.  I have found that using it over a light printed background works best to give the illusion that it is a stamped image.  I added all the images using Collage Medium (over and under each image) rubbing with my fingertip to, for lack of a better term, “embed” the image.

As a little experiment, I decided to try printing directly on the Tissue Wrap.  I have always wanted to be able to add personal quotes to art pieces.
Here is how I did it...Use a word processing program to type and ultimately print your chosen words (must be a laser copy not an ink jet).   My quote for this piece was, “we are all in this together”.  Once you have your printed document, use washi tape or blue painters tape to adhere the Tissue Wrap over the words.  It does not have to be straight as you will eventually cut the words out.  Now just send the document back through the printer so it prints in the same place as the first time.  Just that easy.
 
The rest of the piece was finished with Photobooth pictures, Remnant Rubs and Vial Labels.   The Photobooth photos were chosen because they represent a child, a teenager, and a woman.  All stages of life.  I tried my best to match the words found on each picture with each stage of life shown.

The last step was to hammer in the tacks and add the red string.  I have always loved the idea of the red string, first using it in a journal project back in 2007.  It continues to appear in my work as I love the idea of connecting images or thoughts the way past, present and future work together to create our life. 
I also used the Walnut Stain Distress Crayon to distress around each photo.  I found it very easy to smudge the crayon since the paper was coated with Collage Medium. 

It was nice to share my thoughts about this piece.  I hope you try the new Tissue Wrap.  It was one of my favorite products of the 2016 idea-ology release, hope you can see why!
now carry on,
paula 


23 comments:

  1. This is amazing, Paula! You could personalize this with family photos and it would make beautiful gifts. You always come up with the BEST ideas!

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  2. Fabulous framed piece Paula and what a wonderful way to use the Tissue. I have been looking at mine and wondering how to use it! I love the way the patterned paper underneath looks so subdued too. Wonderful !!!! Jennie x

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  3. This is so charming and sweet and helps me relate to the scale of the new picture frames. I want to create a wall display made of multiple frames lined up in uniform and you have just put a big bee in that bonnet!

    I've used other tissues in this same way but I really like that Tim's product is thin and translucent but tough enough to endure pasting without fear of accidentally tearing it. Running it through a laser printer takes guts but you've given me the courage to try. :)

    And I always smile when I see your signature blued tacks and the pops of red over the subtle blues and grays is such an irresistible layer.

    You never fail to inspire me and it is much appreciated!

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    1. thank you miss bee. I should have mentioned how strong the Tissue Wrap is!

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  4. I cannot wait to add this item to my already super loved and used collection of tissue wrap paper from Tim Holtz. I love it!
    Loving your frame, as always you are my no.1 source of inspiration, hugs
    Zoey

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  5. love your framed panel project and a great tip stamping and printing on the plain tissue wrap xxx

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  6. This is SO beautiful. I love what you did with the tissue wrap and that red string. Scrum-diddly-umptious. :)

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  7. So you stamped on tissue wrap the size of the frame back and then used collage medium to adhere it over the paper?? The art is awesome but what I really like is the story you are telling.

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    1. Kim, once the Tissue Wrap is printed, you cut the words or image from the TW and then use the Collage Medium to add it to the artwork. Just try a test run and you will see how easy it is.

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  8. Lovely! I always have my collage class students stamp on tissue or deli paper to adhere to the project. If you make a mistake or don't get a good image, all is not lost!

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  9. Been trying to read this THREE times , been inturrputed went to do some task (caring for Sick brother, got plumming issues, at house, issues in brothers care etc.). Came back and sat down to read it a 4th time here comes the hub to show me something on his phone... what is it that when I sit to do something for me EVERYBODY comes and NEEDS my time ??!! On well it's awesome piece ... I'll come back at 2 A.M. when everybody is sleep to reread the description !

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  10. Thank You for sharing your thoughts, tips and trick with the blank tissue wrap. This blank wrap is something I have wished for! Have tried other tissue papers with no satisfaction. So excited to get my own roll or two, or three. I may or may not try to keep a hoard to this stuff.

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  11. I was not sure I 'needed' the plain tissue but I do like the idea of stamping and/or printing onto it, I don't always get a clear image first time so this is a great idea. Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts and also sharing this lovely piece of art. Loving the red string too....

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  12. i love how you literally and figuratively tie things together (weave a tale, tell a yarn) and this project is so beautiful. I love the new tissue, and agree with you, it is my favourite new product. Vicki

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  13. What a fabulous idea! Thanks for sharing the how tos :)

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  14. Love this! Thanks for sharing Paula!

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  15. I can't wait for this! It's in my next order! As always Paula your work is a great inspiration for us! Gorgeous project! BArbara

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  16. Fabulous Paula and another great way to use a new product that is now on my wish list, love it.
    Hugs Brenda xxx

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  17. Beautiful as always Paula, love the idea of using the new tissue wrap for collaging stamped images as it has much more body than regular tissue paper and great idea to print your own sentiments on it as well. I love that you have revisited this lovely connecting string theme, your collage tells a wonderful story! Deb xo

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  18. Love your art and this piece is really special - thanks so much for your tips with the tissue wrap! I have an ink jet printer so that technique wouldn't work but I do like how it all came out!!

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