Shimmerz Licorice Spritz vs. Before Dawn Vibez

Have you ever wondered what the difference is between the two black mists that Shimmerz produces? Wonder no more!

Licorice Spritz and Before Dawn Vibez are amazing products with very different ways of reacting on paper. Watch my video as I demonstrate how different these two seemingly similar products really are!



I case those projects whizzed by too fast, here are some still pics for you.

The layout that I created with Shimmerz Spritz in Licorice appears like a beautiful silver wash in the background. Can you imagine how cool this product would be used with a mask and black cardstock? Can't wait to give that a whirl!

My project using Shimmerz Vibez in Before Dawn has a much more subtle effect. The Before Dawn Vibez appears more like individual sparkles on black paper. You can see the beautiful shimmer on the close-up of the crepe paper border. (The very edge is glitter. The Vibez can be seen on the ruffled part.)

In conclusion...if you are looking for a silver-y wash of color, reach for your Licorice Spritz. If you are looking for sparkle that doesn't overwhelm the background, reach for your Before Dawn Vibez.

Have fun playing with these great products!

Happy Shimmering!

xoxo
Bethany Kartchner

Shimmerz is Going LIVE!

Calling all Shimmerz fans in the Phoenix, Arizona area! If you've wanted to learn how to use Shimmerz Vibez, Pearlz and Blingz now is your chance! 

I'm teaching a mini-album class called The SuperStar Album that incorporates loads of techniques, loads of paints and loads of Shimmery goodness!

You can watch my video for more info.

Now that you are totally psyched and are making your travel plans....here's the nitty gritty...

Technique Arsenal: The SuperStar Mixed-Media mini-album

JULY 24th
10:30AM-1PM
Scrapbooks Etc.

2820 E University Dr

Mesa, AZ 85213

480-854-2303

Class Fee ($35.00) includes everything you need to make the album. 

Please bring the following tools:

3+ photos (no larger than 4x6), scissors, heat gun, paint brushes (various sizes, no bigger than 1 in), 1 foam brush (for applying glue if you don't want to use your finger), Mod Podge, any embellishments you wish to include like buttons, paperclips, patterned papers, a snack and water (optional)

Please note that class size is limited so please sign up early to reserve your spot!

See you soon!

xoxo

Bethany Kartchner

Shimmerz Paints and Dressmaker Tissue

I did this video back in January and as you know great minds think alike......Beth posted one with a similar technique, so I held on to it while. ;)

Enjoy!

Shimmerz Meets Petaloo - Part II

We LOVE Petaloo. . . and . . .we love showing you why you should love them too.

Shimmerz Meets Petaloo from Stacey McElyea on Vimeo.

Pearlz Doodle Cards

Aren't you totally in love with the new Pearlz? I know I am! In my video, I share a very easy technique to make cute Doodle Cards.

Here is the doodle flower card that I complete on the video.

I hope that you enjoy my video!



I used the following colors during this video: Papa Purple and Sunny Side Up.

You can purchase all of the new Pearlz colors right here.

Here are pictures of my other cards. I'm telling you...you won't be able to stop at just one!

Happy Shimmering!

xoxo
Bethany Kartchner

Blended Painting Technique and Project

Hi, Shimmerz Fans! It's Lucy here to share a project using the gorgeous new PEARLZ!!! With 11 new colors to choose from, you won't be able to pick a favorite!!



I used the following colors of the new Pearlz on this project - Espresso, Emerald Isle, Papa Purple, This Spuds 4U, Toad Lee and Blingz Pixie Dust, Spritz Baby's Breath.




My painting before I cut it apart.


A close-up of the texture paste and embellishments.



See you soon,

Shimmerz and Petaloo Flower Frame

Isn't Spring wonderful? All the flowers in the garden make my heart sing. It is also blooming here at Shimmerz! I've really enjoyed playing around with my Shimmerz and Petaloo flowers. In my video, I show you how to decorate a metal frame that I purchased at Target using white Petaloo flowers and Shimmerz Spritz and Pearlz.

The technique is very simple, but the results are stunning.

You can see the detail in the following close-up shots.

In the video, I used the following Shimmerz products that you can purchase here.

Baby's Breath Spritz (on flowers)
Snow Storm Vibez (on flowers)
Ballet Slipper Pearlz (on flowers)
Gold Glimmer Blingz (on flowers)
Pixie Dust Blingz (on frame)

Happy Shimmering!

xoxo
Bethany Kartchner

Shimmer and Petaloo Lace

Hi everyone! It's Lucy, here to kick off an exciting week for Shimmerz and Petaloo!! We have teamed up to show you what a gorgeous combination the Color Me Crazy Petaloo flowers are when teamed up with Shimmerz!!

I've put together a video tutorial showing how to make a lacy effect that you can use on many projects! Hope you enjoy!

And some close-ups of my project - I used Shimmerz in Flashee Fushia, Magenta and Hottie Pink for my background and added a sublte shimmer to the Petaloo flowers with Tuscan Sun Spritz.

LOVE that SHIMMER!!!


We will have many more gorgeous projects to share with you this week from the Design Team and Jeni and Beth both have videos to share later in the week, so stay tuned! See you soon,

Lucy

Let it Drip with Shimmerz Vibez

I've been having so much fun with my new Shimmerz Vibez! I love the intensity of color and the amazing shimmer. However, the thing that I like most is that many of the Vibez sprays are two toned. For example, Red-y-or-Not is a beautiful red, but when I angle my paper, I can see a beautiful silver sheen. So cool! Experiment with different colors and you too will fall in love with the gorgeous two-tone shimmer!

Here are a few pictures that kind-of show that two-tone effect with Jeni B Bleu and Sunset Strip Vibez. It's tough to capture shimmer on camera. (I think that you need to see it in person to really appreciate it.)

In my video, I demonstrate an easy-peasy-lemon-squeezy technique using Shimmerz Vibez. This technique is so simple (and fun!) that your 6-year-old could do it with you. And since Shimmerz is an easy clean-up and non-toxic, you won't mind sharing a little with your sweetie. (Maybe...)

Have fun!

In this video, I used the following Vibez colors: Jeni B Bleu, Sunset Strip and Hermit the Frog. You can purchase Shimmerz products in the Shimmerz store.

Happy Shimmering!

xoxo
Bethany Kartchner

Painted Art Quilt - Part 4

So, now the wrap-up and final video of my Painted Art Quilt videos for Shimmerz. Thanks for following along this week!







I hope you've enjoyed seeing my process for creating a mixed media art quilt! Please let me know if you have any questions and I would love to see your creations, too!

Painted Art Quilt - Part 3

Part 3 of my Painted Art Quilt tutorials for Shimmerz that I have been sharing this week. This video is has some free motion sewing tips. I hope it is easy to understand, but leave me a comment if you have any questions.






Tomorrow is the final video....hope you have enjoyed it so far! :)

Lucy

Painted Art Quilt- Part 2

Part 2 of my Painted Art Quilt



Thanks!
Lucy

Painted Art Quilt- Part 1

Hi everyone! It's Lucy here to share with you the beginning of a three part video series, detailing my process of creating this painted mini art quilt.






Here are some close-ups and the supply list, for you to get started on your own. Of course, you are welcome to change any colors or the design. I'd love to see your interpretation!

Shimmerz Paints: Key Lime, Sunny, Jilted Jade
Shimmerz Blingz: Pixie Dust, Hottie Pink, Gold Glimmer
Shimmerz Spritz: 4 Leaf Clover
Canvas
Various scrapbook paper and flowers - I used Prima
Circle Template and Number Templates or Stencils
Cotton Batting
Backing fabric
Fabric Glue - Fabri-Tac

Basic supplies: scissors, thread, paint brushes




I'll be sharing the rest of this tutorial over the next few days - so stay tuned! :)

Shimmerz Vibez as Trim Decor!

Hi Everyone! This Video is a little "different" ..... like me, (sorry) ;) lol
It's more to show you that you can take Shimmerz Products OFF the Page and how fabulous it can look for just about anything, so I Really hope this inspires you to try something you may not have thought of using Vibez or any of the other Shimmerz Paint Products!












If you have any questions on how I got this look on my trim, please feel free to post and I'll try to answer as best as I can. Thanks for stopping by and have a FABulously Shimmery Week!!!! ((hugs))

Shimmerz Pearlz Resist Technique

 

I discovered this technique quite by accident and I'm so pleased! It is incredibly simple, but makes such a stunning background that I know you're going to love it.

Here are the projects that I made using my Shimmerz Pearlz Resist Technique.

The materials that you will need are a pot of Shimmerz Pearlz (I used Pearl), cardstock, something to stamp with (I used bubblewrap) and a bottle of Shimmerz Vibez or Spritz. (I used Shimmerz Vibez Grape Escape.)

I hope that you enjoy my video!




Here are a few close-ups of my tags so you can see the shimmer in the sunlight. Gorgeous!

 

 

You can purchase Shimmerz products at the Shimmerz store.

Happy Shimmering!

xoxo
Bethany

Shimmerz Vibez v. Spritz

I bet you've been wondering what the difference is between the new Shimmerz Vibez and Shimmerz Spritz. Wonder no more! This video should clear everything up.

Enjoy!



Here are the finished tags from the video.

To create the tag on the left, I used Shimmerz Spritz in Ruby (pink) and Shimmerz Vibez in Jeni B. Bleu (blue).

To create the card on the right, I used Shimmerz Vibez in RazzleDazzle Berry.

You can purchase Shimmerz products here.

Happy Creating!

xoxo
Bethany