Do you ever have those days when you are just inspired to create something? I was so inspired the other day when my husband and I were out for a drive. We stumbled upon a small craft bazaar in a parking lot. It felt so good to get out and see people and appreciate all their creations. As we walked around the event, we stopped by a booth for Brushed Designs. She had the most beautiful paintings, and the cool thing was she sold art kits. I fell in love with “Birds on a Wire”.
She has so many to choose from that I had a hard time deciding which one to buy. I finally decided on “Birds on a Wire”. It really spoke to me and I instantly saw glass on it. So this week I want to share with you the results of me following her step by step kit to paint “Birds on a Wire” and how I took it a step further and added glass and resin to create by version of “Birds on a Wire”.
Check out the video tutorial below or follow the step by step instructions below! You choose how you want to learn to make this project!
Step #1 Paint
The first thing to do is to paint your picture. I just love Brushed Designs kits because they give everything you need to complete the picture.
KIT INCLUDES THE CODE TO ACCESS AN ONLINE INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEO TUTORIAL HERE ON THE BRUSHED DESIGN WEBSITE. ALSO INCLUDED ARE:1 PRE-DRAWN 11"X14" CANVASPAINTBRUSHESA PAPER PLATE FOR USING AND MIXING COLORSPAPER TOWELS.
Step #2 Add Glass
Once your painting is dry, it is time to add some glass.
I used a small amount of glass to each bird. You can decide how much glass you want to add. Place the glass where you want it on each bird and get ready to add Resin!
Step #3 Add Resin
Now it’s time for Resin! Whatever Resin you choose to use will have the direction to follow for mixing the Resin. I like to use ArtResin. I always wear gloves when I am mixing Resin. Make sure that your surface is covered before mixing or pouring the Resin. I also elevate my project to allow the Resin to run free from the canvas during the drying time. You also want to make sure that your piece is in an area that will be undisturbed for at least 12 hours for drying.
You will only need a small amount of Resin for this project, about 2 Tablespoons of Resin worked for this my “Birds on a Wire”. I used 1T of the Hardener and 1T of the Resin. I like to use three cups when I mix my Resin. In one cup, measure 1T of Hardener and in one cup measure 1T of Resin, and then in the third cup, combine the Hardener and Resin and mix. The ArtResin brand of Resin that I use instructs you to mix the mixture for 3 minutes. I like to mix slow and make sure that I am wiping around the sides, and I mix.
Once the Resin is mixed, I like to use a popsicle stick to drizzle resin over the top edges of the glass. This step will make sure that the glass is covered well.
Then I drizzle the rest of the Resin over the remaining canvas.
You can use your gloved hand, or I use a makeup applicator to spread the Resin.
Once you are satisfied that your canvas is completely covered with Resin, I like to take a heat gun and use it for popping any air bubbles.
Applying Heat to Resin Tips
There are a few things you want to remember when you are applying heat to your Resin. The heat is for popping air bubbles. Make sure to keep the heat 4 to 6 inches from the Resin. Always remember to keep your heat moving. Don’t hover over any one area. There is a chance you can burn the Resin.
Now it is time to step back and let the Resin dry. Check back in the morning, and your Resin should be dry. The directions on the Resin will tell you the timing of cured Resin.
I had so much fun making my first “Birds on a Wire” that I had to make a few more!
If this project inspired you, then check out some of my other projects for more inspiration!
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