The Paper Artsy Challenge last week was to make art with fragile papers, and it coincided nicely with me seeing a fab technique over on the super-talented Angela's blog at Felix the Crafty Cat - she laid Tyvek over a rubber stamp, covered it with greaseproof paper and ironed it to create some amazing and beautiful lacy papers. I just had to have a go - I knew they would be perfect for the challenge - you can see how I used the scraps of Tyvek for my collage here.
My collection of fragile papers included some scraps of delicate 'paper' using Angela's technique - although they look fragile, they really weren't! In fact they were as tough as old boots and I had a really hard job tearing the bits apart for my collage!
I originally tried working with Lutrador but nothing happened - luckily I found some scraps of Tyvek I didn't know I had and here are the results, which I'm quite pleased with.
I originally tried working with Lutrador but nothing happened - luckily I found some scraps of Tyvek I didn't know I had and here are the results, which I'm quite pleased with.
I am linking up with Julia over at WOYWW this week.
WOW Diana, your lacy papers are amazing and will look fabulous on your project. Haven't heard of Tyvek so will have to look that up. Cheers have a great week RobynO#42
ReplyDeleteAmazing end result, great pics that really show off how delicate they are.
ReplyDeletesandra de @43
I saw Angela's post and yours have turned out lovely. Such beautiful patterns. Yes, melted Tyvek can be very strong but that's good. It stops those fragile looking pieces from falling apart. A blessing in disguise.
ReplyDeleteI can honestly say that I have no idea what Tyvek etc is...not a clue! But what you've done with it is completely gorgeous! The lacy patterns are really very pretty indeed :-) Such lovely colours as always....
ReplyDeleteHugs, LLJ 25 xx
Great results with Tyvek. It is a very unique look - it looks like delicate, decomposing lace. Happy WOYWW! zsuzsa @ InkyDinkyDoodle #52
ReplyDeleteFabulous technique! Thanks for posting.
ReplyDeleteJane x
www.texturetrail/blogspot.co.uk
I just have to try this technique, Diana! It is so fantastic and I have lots of Tyvek sitting around!!
ReplyDeleteI have been wanting to try this technique after seeing it at Angela's blog as well. Just need some Tyvek..lol Yours turned out absolutely gorgeous! Shel#71
ReplyDeleteHi Diana, I am so pleased you enjoyed the technique and found it so useful. Many people are worried about ironing onto their stamps but if it's real rubber that is fine. Your take on it is super good and I wish you all the best with the challenge, do let me know how you get on. Happy crafty week, Angela x 25
ReplyDeleteThese are stunning! I am completely inspired. Happy WOYWW! Sandy Leigh #59
ReplyDeleteThat's really cool! I love it!
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Jeannie #14
That is so cool! I might have to experiment a bit, too!
ReplyDeleteI had to laugh when you talked about tearing tyvek. It is hard to tear in its original state, because it has a tendency to pull apart, which in itself, acts a bit lacy. But once hard, tyvek is practically IMPOSSIBLE to tear. In fact, if you allow the tyvek to get overly warm, you'll never get it apart unless you cut it. I try to cut mine in a jagged way before I heat it. The shrinkage takes care of the edges, that way.
ReplyDeleteHappy WOYWW from #1 and thanks for visiting me while I slept. BTW, I think I have enough of those embellishments I showed in my drawer this week (grin).
Oooo Diana they do look yummy Im going to try that in a minute well when I have visited a few desks !
ReplyDelete..... I have been wondering what to do with the tyvek.... I'm guessing you can only use rubber stamps not the silicon type as they will melt..... I have some lovely indian wood blocks I might try.... wish me luck and thanks for sharing.
janet #19
Absolutely stunning although I have no idea what it is :-) Hugs Anne x #37
ReplyDeleteStunning results! I must try that. What material is that delicate paper? It is not paper, is it?
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Gabriele 32
I absolutely love it - just have to figure how to buy only a small amount of it!
ReplyDeleteYou can buy tyvek envelopes Terri
DeleteWhat a lovely home you have here, Diana. Utterly cosy and filled with fantastic photos of your work. I'm new here to your blog and look forward to more inspirational posts. Happy WOYWW! :)
ReplyDeleteOh goodness Diana, I've got to try this! I also saw it over on Angela's blog. I've done it with Angelina fibre but never tried it with Tyvek. Fabulous!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for your lovely comment on my blog. Yes, it's awful news and I feel most for my poor hubby who keeps on having to put up with more and more health issues from me and Mum and it's so unfair on him... It hasn't really sunk in properly yet but I'm keeping upbeat and positive and not allowing me to think worst case scenario which may never happen anyway. I shall be glad once we've got the date for the scan and surgery and can get this beastly juggernaut on the road, and get it all over with! Your kind words, and above all, your prayers, are so appreciated and valued!!
Happy WOYWW,
Shoshi #44
I so loved the collage you made for the Fragile Paper challenge and admired the fabulously lacy tyvek stuff then. What a great technique! Your tyvek laces are so ethereal, absolutely stunning.
ReplyDeleteI'm off to have look at Angela's blog after seeing what wonderful results you have come up with. I've had a catch up on Shoshi to while I've been here xx
ReplyDeleteThis is amazing love the delicate lace its really beautiful! and thanks for your lovely comment on my blog. Dee x
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