creativityUNLEASHED by traci bautista

NEW

my ONE LITTLE WORD for 2013 is...

NEW

just found, discovered or learned.

still fresh.

change for the better.

start. a NEW beginning. blossoming.

original ideas.

a blank canvas.  so many possibilities. fresh. current.

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NEW possibilities. a clean slate. seek out NEW things.

turn over a NEW leaf.

keep moving forward----> opening up NEW doors.

a NEW approach to business
NEW ideas. exploring NEW places. NEW experiences.

create NEW business opportunities. design NEW products.

do NEW things.

look with NEW eyes.
making something old NEW again.
clear. clean.  start fresh. awaken to the NEW.

in a NEW light. a brand NEW day

curiosity leads us down NEW paths.

finding NEW things. a different direction. NEW discoveries. learn somthing NEW.

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{above graphic from visualthesaurus.com}

creating something NEW each day. cook NEW dishes.

keep a NEW schedule.

learn a NEW skill. observe. practice. 

launch my NEW digitals boutique.

NEW delights.

I revealed my journey finding ONE LITTLE WORD for 2013 yesterday. It's a funny thing, over the past few weeks I wrote lists, drew pictures and went through my list over and over. I still kept searching..researching word meanings, seeking out quotes and writing definitions. I had a huge list of wonderful words, ideas and feelings but nothing quite clicked. Then I was reading a title of an email that said NEW year. NEW you. {so cliche...right?} Was I over thinking the entire process? At that moment it hit me...NEW...it just made sense...that was it..so simple...three little letters...so powerful!

I've been feeling a need to focus...to clear my mind..my home...my life...my business of all the excess and start fresh and FOCUS on the things that are most important to me.

a NEW year...a blank canvas to dive right in and make NEW great things happen. 

NEW

this simple three letter word will have a profound impact in my life throughout 2013, not just the beginning of January, but the start of each day and every NEW month. I'm looking forward to the NEW discoveries..NEW possibilities...NEW experiences.

what's your ONE LITTLE WORD?

xoxo~Traci

one little word

my word journey...

ONE LITTLE WORD.

to sum up what I want to do and bring into my life for 2013 in ONE LITTLE WORD is quite a challenge.

my artwork is created with multiple layers...I usually work on 4-7 pieces while I paint...I multitask working on 12 things at once...I have over 50 tabs open in Firefox right now{that's just on my laptop, not including my iPad & iPhone}...my to-do lists have 40+ items...my desk, studio table and kitchen table are covered with projects, notes and folders...there are sticky notes on the wall reminding me of all my random ideas and thoughts...there's Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, Twitter, Flickr, my blog...a never-ending stream of ideas being shared by all...sometimes I take over 100 photos a week...I have over 30 ideas for new products and areas I'd like to focus on for my creative business in 2013...

my ideas are overflowing, with so much stirring in my mind sometimes things are a bit  overwhelming. so for me to choose ONE LITTLE WORD to focus on for 2013 has been quite a feat. Most of the time, I have a hard time committing until the last minute and often overanalyze everything before I make a final decision on anything. I make sure I research and find out all the facts about most things except for when I'm making art...I just go for it. The process has been the same for choosing my ONE LITTLE WORD... brainstorming...researching..writing...thinking...finding...making lists...doodling...creating. Here's a little about my word journey...

I started my word journey by creating a list in Evernote, brainstorming and adding words as they came to me. Since I've been traveling the past couple of weeks, I chose to use Paper 53, my Bamboo stylus and IPad mini to do a little digital art journaling, writing words and doodling to flush out my ideas for my ONE LITTLE WORD.

I've been brainstorming for the past few weeks about what I want to accomplish both creatively and personally...looking back on my successes and failures in 2012...writing ideas...making lists...spilling everything that comes to mind on paper or my iPad.

about ONE LITTLE WORD----> my sweet friend Ali Edwards has been choosing ONE LITTLE WORD to help guide her throughout the year and I've decided to join her in this class. I also found ONE WORD365 with a similar idea and if you search twitter, IG or pinterest for "one little word" #OLW13 or #oneword365 you'll find a bunch of inspiration.

I'll be sharing my OLW tomorrow on my blog. whatever you do to plan for the NEW year...resolutions..one little word...mantras...dream boards...goals...have fun with the process, seek NEW ideas and make it your own!

looking forward to a blessed, creative and inspiring 2013!! xoxo~Traci

merry christmas

wishing you & yours a VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS!!

thank you for sharing in my creative journey...

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!

xoxo~Traci

DIY gift wrap + gift tags {free download}

If you're like me, you are busy wrapping gifts last minute. But that doesn't mean they can't be beautiful and one-of-a-kind!  With a few simple supplies, you can create unique DIY holiday gift wrap even if you are short on time.

Creative Toolbox>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

Scribbles Dimensional Paint {aka Puffy Paint}

construction paper or recycled brown grocery/shopping paper bags

scissors

Graffiti GLAM stamps and Scribbles Stamp pads

Tulip Fashion Ultra Fine Glitter

twine, hemp string or baker's twine

Collage Pauge or glue

gift tags {download my FREE holiday tags & washi tape}

BASIC technique>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

 

I created a variety of handmade gift wrap by creating Puffy Paint prints. Doodle onto one piece of construction paper then take another piece of paper and press it onto the first painted paper to transfer the print. This will create multiple prints in short amount of time. The paint will take up 10-20 minutes to dry. You can also sprinkle glitter over the wet paint to add sparkle to the design. Once your printed papers are dry, you are ready to wrap!!

STAMPED gift wrap {below}>>>>>> apply Scribbles stamp pad to Graffiti GLAM stamp and print onto construction paper. use a soft rubber brayer to roll over the back of the stamp to get a solid print. While ink is wet, sprinkle Tulip Fashion ultra fine glitter over the stamped patterns. let dry. cut a piece and use it to wrap around gift package. Secure with my FREE washi tape.

STAMPED  & doodle gift wrap {below}>>>>>> apply Scribbles stamp pad to Graffiti GLAM stamp and print onto construction paper. While ink is wet, sprinkle Tulip Fashion ultra fine glitter over the stamped patterns. let dry. write Merry with Scribbles red dimensional paint then sprinkle red Tulip Fashion glitter to wet paint. let dry then add tag

COLLAGE snowflake {below}>>>>>> hand cut a snowflake from painted construction paper. Apply Collage Pauge Matte to the back of paper snowflake, press it onto the top of wrapped package, then apply another layer of Collage Pauge Matte. Tie a piece of baker's twine and add a gift tag. 

 

>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>FREE DOWNLOAD>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

gift tags & washi tape by Traci Bautista {PERSONAL USE ONLY}

artJOURNALINGdailyHOLIDAYholidayTAGS_byTraciBautista.pdf (5.8 MB)

{click link above to download}

>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>FREE DOWNLOAD>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

 print the download on clear full sheet inkjet label paper to use as sticker and tapes.  print on cardstock to use as gift tags. cut and collage onto gifts and holiday packaging!

Merry Christmas EVE!!! happy holiday wrapping..xoxo~Traci

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TODAY'S POST SPONSORED BY  ILoveTo Create

holiday graffiti masterboard

artJOURNALING daily {holiday LOVE}...today is all about doodling and creating a page of  holiday words & doodles to use as a "master".

The video tutorial shares one of my fave simple ways to create artwork to use in a variety of other projects. I create a masterboard of artwork using markers and/or paint, then photocopy and scan, to reuse the original artwork in gift tags and holiday paper projects. This technique is great for making accents for handmade greeting cards, collage sheets for holiday journal pages or project life/scrapbooking journal cards.  

In this video I use Koi Coloring Brush Pens by Sakura and Strathmore 300 series Mixed Media paper. music "Christmas Eve" is slack key guitar by Yuki Alani Yamauchi

for more inspirations--->check out my January masterboard video or my book Doodles Unleashed.

happy holiday doodling!! xoxo~treiC

{peace.LOVE.light}

peace in our world.

hope for tomorrow.

love in our hearts.

<3

my thoughts & prayers are with those who were touched by the tragedy in Conneticut.

sending love & light to you and yours...

xoxo ~Traci

 

12.twelve.12 {creative prompts}

artJOURNALING daily...12 creative prompts for

12.twelve.12

today we'll have a little fun using the date to inspire our HOLIDAY creativity..

1. take 12 pictures highlight your FAVE things today
2. draw 12 holiday doodles in your journal
3. print out 12 photos and collage them into your journal or sketchbook
4. write & reflect on 12 things you accomplished in 2012 
5. paint 12 colorful art journal backgrounds with 12 different tools
6. draw 12 lines in your journal, then write your thoughts between the lines. write about 12 things you do during the holidays? any holiday traditions?
7. turn to page 12 in your favorite book or magazine and use the words or images to inspire your journal page
8. 12 things I love about the holidays are...
9. stamp or draw the number 12 in the center of  your journal spread
10. tell a story about your holiday season in 12 photos
11. write a list of 12 things you are thankful for
12. photocopy a journal page, cut it into 12 pieces then collage it onto another journal page

these creative jumpstarts should give you plenty of ideas to add to your lovely holiday journals.have fun!!

happy 12.twelve.12!! xoxo~Traci

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NOTE: the image in this post was created with my NEW Graffiti GLAM rubber stamp line and merryHOLIDAZE glyph font by treiCdesigns. you can find more about my stamps here

red + pink spray paint

artJOURNALING daily... a quick HOLIDAY journal background

red + pink...one of my FAVE color combos...

place stencils over surface {Strathmore mixed media board}. for this background I used a plastic place mat I found at a craft store in Mexico, a sink mat from the dollar store and Crafter's Workshop stencil.

spray with red & pink spray paint. I used Montana Gold acrylic color {make sure you are in a well ventilated area}

scribble your journaling with a red Montana acrylic paint pen

IDEA: {below}take photos of your art journal pages, then print them to use in all your creative paper projects

IDEA: digitally alter your photos by layer my merryHOLIDAZE glyph font or write over the top using your favorite paint program. I'll be uploading it to my online shoppe this week and sharing more details about it in an upcoming post!

get out that pink + RED paint...have fun!! xoxo~treiC

NEW graffiti GLAM art stamps

INTRODUCING....my new Graffiti GLAM art stamp collection!!!

It's been a long time coming...and they are finally here!!  The Graffiti GLAM collection is a mix of my Girle GLAM stylized faces, lettering and doodles which includes 12 unique unmounted "cling mount" rubber images. They are perfect for creating backgrounds in your art journals, ATCs, art quilts, scrapbook pages and greeting cards.

Designing a line of rubber stamps has been on my list of business goals for years now, but the timing was never right with my busy travel schedule. I've partnered with Stampington & Co to create this collection. I met with the team over a year ago to discuss and brainstorm the idea. I designed a variety of images that work together great when they are layered or standing alone.  You might recognize a few of the designs from artwork in my new book Doodles Unleashed. Oh and another FABULOUS tidbit...they are manufactured right here in California..love that!! 

There are four stamp sets and they are NOW available to purchase online. They will be sold in limited edition signed sets with my new mixed media artist papers. These sets are only available in my shop.

Graffiti GLAM limited edition stamp sets

available for PURCHASE here

SET ONE

SET TWO

SET THREE

SET FOUR

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SUPER excited to share with you my first collection...

I just received my first sample set {they are still being manufactured} and I've been having fun experimenting and PLAYING with the stamps using acrylic paints, glazes, inks and dyed paper towels.  I will share more mixed media projects and journal pages using my new stamps throughout the month. here's a little sneak peek...hope to inspire your creative spirit. xo~Traci

after the storm

artJOURNALING daily {holiday LOVE}

photo inspirations: natural beauty

some days my creative inspiration comes from the beautiful colors, textures and vignettes that I encounter in nature. I take snapshots with my iPhone to document my day, then print or digitally alter them then collage them nto my journal pages. A big part of the holiday season is the weather, find a creative way to document it.

in California, we've had a week of down pouring rain, grey skies and chilly weather. finally the sun peeked through the clouds today. this season I've had a love affair with the gorgeous natural beauty in AUTUMN leaves and they have made their way into my art.

>>>>>>>>creative prompt: today I encourage you to take a walk outside and record your day with a few pictures or quick sketches then incorporate them into your journal

look up. look down. look all around. you never know where you'll find beauty.

what thoughts and ideas come to mind?

what colors do you see? what textures appear?

write a poem about your adventure

scribble a 5 minute sketch in your art journal

gather a bunch of fallen leaves and photocopy them. collage into your journal.

how do you convey a feeling in a photo?

>>>>>>>>>>more AUTUMN inspiration

paint leaves in your journal

be inspired by my AUTUMN leaves color palette and *flair tray

more of my AUTUMN leaves inspiration here, here and here

after the storm.

bare branches. birds quietly perch.

grey skies. puddles of water. crisp air.

leaves. leaves. EVERYWHERE.

beautiful patterns. vibrant hues of AUTUMN.

discovering the {natural beauty}

in the calm grey sky.

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