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Working with Chalks and Creams From "Scrapbooking" episode SCB-253

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A make-up applicator or cotton swab is a perfect fit for most templates. A cotton ball also makes an excellent chalk applicator for larger areas. Metallic creams are a good choice for "architectural" die-cuts (such as this castle); or die-cuts that need a shot of pizazz.  WINDOWS MEDIA VIDEO Watch this video to see how artist C.D. Cross defines different areas of a die-cut using chalk.

Artist C.D. Cross says chalking can be quicker and easier with the right product choice. The water-based chalk Cross uses can be blended, but then sets to a smudge-free finish -- without the use of a fixative spray.

Cross offers a few more tips for working with chalks and creams:

• First, a make-up applicator or cotton swab can be used to blend over the chalked surface. This technique creates soft color and minimizes the amount of chalk needed. Cross applies more at the edges of a die-cut (to create dimension), then moves inward toward the center.

• Create a more defined appearance by using a template or stencil with chalks. By holding the template firmly in place, the letters will have soft color, but more-defined shapes.

• Metallic creams can be added to die-cut edges for sparkling definition.

Die-cuts/templates provided by Ellison Craft & Design. For more information about Ellison, see Resources.

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RESOURCES :
Better Scrapbooking
Model: 080696605X
Author: Vaness-Ann

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Sterling Publishing Co. Inc.
Website: www.sterlingpub.com

Best of the Best: Scrapbook Ideas
Model: 1580500781
Author: Desiree Tanner
Provo Craft
Website: www.provocraft.com

Die-Cuts and Templates (Ellison Craft & Design)
Cropping and cutting system are not available
Ellison
Website: www.ellison.com

Complete Guide to Scrapbooking
Author: Jill Haglund

Tweety Jill Publications
Website: www.tweetyjills.com

Great Scrapbooks: Ideas, Tips and Techniques
ISBN: 0883639270
Author: Michele Gerbrandt and Judith Durant
(2000)Hugh Lauter Levin Associates, Inc.
Website: www.hlla.com

Drawing With Crayons, Pastels, Sanguine, and Chalks
Model: 0812019318
Author: Jose Maria Parramon
(1994)

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Barron's Educational Series, Inc.
Hauppauge, NY 11788

GUESTS :
C.D. Cross
Stamping Station
Artist/Designer
Website: www.stamping-station.com