Create With Leisa

This piece of art measures 2 1/2″ x 3 1/2″, the same dimensions as an ATC or ACEO.

This is the image I use as my avatar at Blog Catalog and other sites throughout the internet. I like it because it is unique and memorable, or should I say at least it was unique.  Now I’ve told you all how to create it…

How to Get the Look

Supplies:

• Playing Card – 2 1/2′ x 3 1/2″
• Modern Options Iron Metallic Surfacer
• Modern Options Rust Patina
• Rubber Stamp – (I’ll post the stamp used as soon as I get my studio moved, or if you know let me know so I can give it proper credit.)
• Kraft Tag
• Black Ink
• Black Cardstock
• Lace – 100% cotton
• Glue Dot
• Walnut Ink
• Matte Spray Sealant

How To Create

1. Dip the lace in a strong solution of walnut ink and let dry.
2. Cover the playing card, both front and back, with several coats of Modern Options Iron Surfacer, allowing it to dry between coats. You should have a very thick layer of iron paint on surface by the time you are done. You are trying to re-create the look of a piece of rusty metal so create some thickness.
3. Place the card on a paper towel. Cover the surface with the rust patina solution allowing some to seep through to the back. Fold the paper towel over the top. Dampen the top layer of paper towel with additional solution. The iron in the paint will begin to rust as it dries.
4. Repeat the rust patina solution until you’ve created the look you want.
5. Seal with a Matte Spray Sealant. Use several very light coats so you don’t ruin the look of the rust. You want it to look natural. You will get rust on your clothing etc. if it isn’t sealed.
6. Stamp the women’s face on a kraft colored tag, using a black pigment ink. Trim to the edge of the image.
7. Mount the stamped woman’s face on a piece of black card stock.
8. Attach to the card using a glue dot.
9. Glue lace to the card.

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