Big Giant Gel Prints-Tutorial Tidbits

[@barbara-dj1uo]

Absolutely gorgeous results. Excellent instructions. Thanks for not playing music while you are teaching. I don’t know why people think we need to have music background while trying to hear/process directions. Love love your stencils and color choices. YOU rock!!!

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Thanks so much Barbara! I appreciate it

[@Xxevven]

Barbara, I absolutely agree about your views on background music. I mute most videos with just music playing but when there are verbal instructions I can't, and will often just leave the video!

[@joycolville3438]

Agree I don't like irritating music, loud screechy voices and not getting into the topic stated quickly. Great content and value Elizabeth cheers.😊

[@gila1959]

So much information you generousely give in the video. So apreciate.

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

My pleasure!

[@kathywatson570]

So enjoy learning from you. I get so excited with colors and all they bring to this place we call the universe. 💚🌏💙

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Thank you kindly Kathy

[@sallystepp1964]

I have so many of your big stencils. Love love love

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

thank you so much for the support Sally

[@rolfhogfeldt7645]

The finished piece is too nice to use for collage paper. That would make a beautiful big horizontal sofa size print. Thanks for sharing 👍😊

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

That’s always an option! Thanks for watching Rolf!

[@bluecrystal002c]

You made this so fun... cleaner to watch you make the mess

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

LOL I love a good mess! thanks so much

[@nitawray1125]

Thanks! I just got my 12x14 gelli plate so it’s fun to see what you can do! I have a roll of medical exam paper. I just need to find the time. Thanks for all your instruction and enthusiasm!🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🌺🌹🌷Anita Wray White

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

@@nitawray1125 they sounds great! I bet you’ll have tons of fun printing that paper. Thanks Anita

[@mjmjacqueline8397]

Thank you Elizabeth, I painted along with you tonight, made some beautiful prints and had the best night I’ve had in a while! ❤

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

I LOVE to hear that!!! Creativity is such good therapy. ❤

[@dramathompson9053]

Thank you so much! I tried this while in the car wash and it really helped!

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Happy to help!

[@nattyw495]

I really really enjoy these and your stencils look wonderful...everything is on my art lottery win bucket list.....very informative and intering video i learn alot about the golden paint in this video..thank you so much...mikelle art mom👩‍🎨🎨✍🎃

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

My pleasure, I’m glad you found it informative!

[@gaellegrassin6815]

Bonsoir ! Even if I dont anderstand all, I like your vidéos, thanks and kisses from France !

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Merci!!!

[@joymoore491]

Just when I think I've got the hang of what you do you come up with something new and I love it God bless you and how a good night

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Oh thanks so much!!

[@johnniejohnson450]

This was so fun. I’m new to gelli art, and it got my brain to swirling ideas. Thanks.

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Inspiration is an amazing gift! My pleasure Johnnie

[@susangruber6993]

Beautiful work demonstrated so well. You're a wonderful teacher, Elizabeth!

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Oh thank you so so much!

[@victoriousvalentine9779]

You are simply the best teacher!

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Thank you so very much

[@lindarogers9280]

I teach art and I have learned more from you in 2 videos that I have learned in years. Thank you so much.....

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

OH my goodness Linda! Thank you and I am so happy to hear that. :) I love it.

[@annahahn7971]

This process will make fabulous wrapping papers - need to get a large gelli print. Thanks

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

it does make fabulous wrapping paper and the BIG plate makes easy work of it! Thanks for watching Anna

[@aprilharvey2225]

I get so excited. Thank you😊

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Me too!! My pleasure

[@Xxevven]

Thank you for the tips and tricks. Great video and excellent idea to print on a roll.

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

It’s a great way to work! Thanks so much for being here

[@sholiCrafts]

I love that you always have paint on your hands, it’s encouraging that you are as messy as me. I love your glasses!, and all your work…

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

If I have to wear glasses, I might as well have fun right? And yes! I’m a total mess. Always

[@longlivedemocracy756]

I did pause the video to order some stencils and will probably come back again to order more after they come. TFS!

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Thanks! You’ll love Joggles, they are great customer service.

[@karentsui7921]

Your work, ability & tenacity & attention to detail is 💯 your work is amazing 🤩 you could be a forensic pathologist in your next life. Hats 🎩 off

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Karen, you are super kind! I appreciate your taking the time to comment. this seems to be my MOST popular video and for the life of me I cannot figure out why it does so much better than many of my other videos. LOL I guess you just never know.

[@rikkispin]

I have watched a couple of your videos a few times and today I jumped in with orders to Joggles and Amazon. I've had my gelli mats for a year but haven't wanted or really understood the pulling and layering techniques but you are a FABULOUS TEACHER. I understand so .ugh more that I might try when I get my orders. Thank you 😊 💓 ☺

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Oh this makes me so happy Rikki!!! I’m looking forward to your excitement and new love for the process!!

[@avanellehansen4525]

Like a great athlete or dancer, you make it look so easy! I love your videos! Thanks.

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

What a great analogy! I have a Dancing Daughter And she does just that! Thanks

[@nessiemonster0703]

Love the textured look the wrinkles give. Makes me want to wrinkle it on purpose!

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

LOL! Awesome. Creativity comes in many forms

[@alisonbamford6723]

Mylar is great for making stencils out of, either by die cutting or hand cutting.

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

I have my own stencil designs commercially produced!

[@minkaf4243]

Wonderful! Thank you!

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

My pleasure

[@sherrydee]

You really opened my eyes to the beauty of layering stencils! And your colour choices! They sing❤️

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Oh gosh, I always layer, layer, layer, layer, that’s how you create the most beautiful collage paper. Color choices, I have a degree in art… But really it’s about practice!

[@ginaburgess9759]

Thank you. You are a wonderful teacher.

[@julielynn1070]

I'm about to go on vacation where there is nothing to do. I think I'll just take my gelli press and make paper and work on collage. Thanks for the inspiration!!

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

That sounds like a great vacation to me!! Enjoy!

[@cassfonnesbeck8057]

Oh my gosh! I've asked a few people why my new gel plate caused bubbles and wouldnt roll smooth. I should have asked you, of course! Thank you so much! Now i know its normal! Truly awesome prints. I could watch you create your papers all day long!

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

It is! And it will go away. :)

[@allthumbs3792]

I think the ‘bloom’ effect is interesting and unique, a fleeting bonus from a new gelli plate.

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

@@allthumbs3792 exactly!

[@libellula3313]

So much information, thanks.

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

My pleasure

[@marywallace8910]

I ordered 20 of your stencils. They are AMAZING!!!! You really are an inspiration. Thank you for excellent instruction!!

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Oh my goodness Mary thank you for the support and your kind words! It’s my pleasure to provide instruction on how to use them.

[@bluepearl555]

Love this

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Thanks Maggie!

[@marshaegan4316]

Great ideas!!!

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Thanks so much

[@marigoldhs9763]

só beautiful

[@marshaegan4316]

Excellent tutorial love the roll of rice paper!

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Thanks! Me too.

[@donnal.hanrahan2824]

Love it❤❤❤

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Thank you so much

[@dacoole]

Wonderful Work Thank You !

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

My pleasure! Thanks for being here

[@matissecindy]

Very cool and very interesting 🥰🥰🥰

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Thanks Joe!

[@RsJaneP]

Fun, fun, FUN! I happen to have all of those, including the large gel plate, your stencils, and those Golden colours (yes, I’m a craft supply hoarder, lol...and proud of it). Hope you’re having a great weekend Elizabeth. 😘 xox 🥰

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Awesome Debs! Now you have a project for the weekend. Happy Saturday morning! PS you are not hoarding, you are giving yourself options!

[@RsJaneP]

@@ElizabethStHilaire I was just playfully poking at myself ;-) . As a fellow instructor as well as student, having an abundance of supplies and tools is a must. My collection spans decades and just about everything comes back around sooner or later. :-)

[@dianedesmarais1748]

You are a great artist and teacher Elizabeth! Thank you soooooooo much for sharing.

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

My pleasure and thank you for the compliment Diane!

[@libellula3313]

Inspiring!

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Thanks!

[@cathleenconnellperkins804]

Brilliant idea!! Thank you for showing us how you layer & layer using your fabulous stencils!! As I have said before, you are one multi talented artist who is very generous w/your videos!! Thank you so much!!💗

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Oh thanks Cathleen so much! Layering is the key. Definitely 😃

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

My pleasure!

[@MrBilgey]

superb

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Thanks so much!

[@deborahthompson3847]

Love it!

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Thanks!

[@bernadette8300]

I love this thank you so much

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

My pleasure, Bernadette

[@allthumbs3792]

Great demo and tutorial video. Your stencils are wonderful and so versatile. Wish I had them all!

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Thanks so much I appreciate that!

[@anastasiarose9003]

I love your stencils and masks as well as your technique with the rice paper roll. I have a roll and think I will try this out. Thanks for sharing your knowledge, Elizabeth.

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Oh it’s my pleasure! Try it out, I bet you will like it! Thanks

[@victoriagadd6831]

This is fascinating. Lovely yummy colours and patterns. Great demos too.

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Thanks Victoria

[@Phyllis-nk5ji]

A wonderful tutorial and beautiful stencils. Thanks so much.

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Thanks for watching Phyllis!

[@meganjohnstone8689]

Very, very helpful. I have just bought a 12" x 14" Gel pad and now feel more confident to use it. Thank you so much!

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Oh great! I’m so glad.

[@berniceseigel6482]

So much fun. I want more and more!!!

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

it's so fun to just make prints, isn't it? therapeudic

[@susanrapp3109]

I'm learning a lot watching these videos but I would love to see how these layered prints are used to complete a project. I am having trouble getting decent results with a gelli plate and even with having two books as guides I still can't seem to produce a professional result. Perhaps watching an entire step by step video that shows a project from start to finish could help take the mystery out of the techniques and materials needed to end up with a successful piece of artwork using gelli plate.

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Hi Susan, join me on Patreon for multi-part in depth tutorials. Patreon.com/ElizabethStHilaire

[@longlivedemocracy756]

Really enjoyed! Thank you for sharing!

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

My pleasure Rachel!

[@brucewagner4394]

I'm so confused...lol It's going to take me quite a bit to figure this out. I love your stuff. Thank you for sharing.

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

My pleasure! :)

[@aliceadler4569]

Wonderful!!! ♥️♥️♥️

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Thanks!!

[@tuthillg]

Gorgeous stencils and prints! Love the idea of using the roll of the rice paper! I've always cut mine into manageable pieces, but there is such an advantage to leaving it on the roll. TFS the inspiration!

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

My pleasure, the roll is great!

[@magereina]

eager anticipation for this!! looks amazing!

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Thanks Jeanette!

[@christineboone2850]

Loved this video! Great layering. I’m going to order some stencils and try some of this!

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Glad you liked it! Thanks

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

I think you’ll love layering!

[@fatoomgierdien2181]

A great, highly informative and helpful lesson. Much appreciated. Cape Town

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Thanks from so far away!!!! 😊

[@janweaver3112]

Oh great job, enjoyed how you did these.

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Thanks!

[@badbatdesigns]

Thank you for the tips on storing the gel plates, had no idea! Love your work as always.

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

My pleasure!!

[@binkieinkisham2519]

Superb!

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Thanks!

[@jillrobbins4488]

Wonderful tutorial!!!

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

I’m glad you enjoyed it

[@nausheenshaik1622]

Wonderful video Thank you ❤️

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

My pleasure!

[@patmiller2604]

Wonderful designs and gorgeous colors!! 🦋

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Thanks so much

[@ylezAma-artes1919]

So easy and so quick. And the stencils sooooo great shapes. As always I love your videos.

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Yes! Thanks so much

[@messerdesigns2055]

You do such a nice job creating these thanks!

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Thank you I appreciate it

[@kristifounds7562]

Really beautiful work. I purchased a couple of your stencils, and see I need to get a few more. Love the printing on the roll technique. I've got a 12" x 12" press and am having the best time with it.

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Thanks for the support and I love the big paper too!

[@francavan1295]

Fun! Thank you 😊

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

SURE!

[@ombelinedebelleville2887]

I get lots of inspiration from your videos, thank you! Why do you advise to get rid of the mylar sheets? I always put them back on my plate before putting back in the box…

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

They are part of the manufacturing process and if you read the insert in your gel plate they advise you to remove them and discard them, not to store them with the plate.

[@CAT-Anne]

Really cool!

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Thanks!

[@bonniegarson80]

Fantastic 👍do u have videos showing what u do with these gorgeous papers?

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

I do! Collage : PaperPaintings.com

[@kimgranhaug7663]

Very interesting and creative use of your stencils and gelli plate. I made the mistake of replacing the Mylar on my plate and have some bubble marks on my plate. Can you recommend any way to restore the plate? I’m definitely going to buy some of your stencils. They’re fabulous.

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Hi Kim, Gel Press suggests you put the plate back in the clam shell, without the Mylar, and store it on the shelf like a book. Nothing stacked on top of it.

[@caroladerooij6382]

Thank you for this very inspirational video! I love it! ❤️

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

My pleasure!

[@Hollywoodhat]

Thanks for letting us know abour the mylar! Question...both my plates have circular indents in the gell. They came that way. I'm using them anyway but was wondering why they are there?

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

If anything presses on the plate long term it can indent it permanently. If they came that way, I would’ve returned it. They will affect every print you make and there’s no way to get them out

[@baukjelem]

I just bought a gel pad and after your video I wonder if I should also clean it after working with it. And if so how do I do that? greetings from the Netherlands. ✂️🖌️✏️🎨✒️🍀

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Hello Baukje! I clean mine with clear packaging tape. I only clean it when I put it away, when I’m working with it I just allow the paint from each print to affect the next. Here’s my video:. kzbin.info/www/bejne/apaul2iKeteKg6c

[@MsJwilson13]

Just found you and subscribed. Holy crap; tons of great technique here. TY.

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

You are very welcome, you might consider subscribing to my newsletter, you will get the tutorial tidbit every week as a blog post in your inbox: eepurl.com/KkA-L

[@anchoragebaystudiobrockvil6946]

Love you tutorial ! So much fun. I would like to order your stencils but could not see it on the video? Can you please send me the link.

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Sure! bit.ly/3JSI2cB

[@TraceySusanMixedMedia]

Love this xx 😘

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Thanks so much!

[@ljeames613]

Darn, I was hoping you'd show us the whole rolled out drawing at once! It would make a nice wall hanging link a scroll.

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

they do make great wall hangings actually!

[@bridgethaig8923]

Love your comment a little moisture, cause I'm in the garage. Is your garage air conditioned?

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

I have an AC unit out there, yes.

[@susanboyter9034]

Loop d loop is the one I want

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

that's a favorite of mine too

[@laurienye7514]

So, you are saying the you don't put that 2 sheets of the top and bottom sheet back on the Gel Plate? BC everyone else says that you do. I got my Gel Plate, but I haven't used it yet. I love your Gel Plates. Thanks and God Bless.

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Gel Plate themselves tell you not too. Not sure who "everyone else" is but that's the word from Gel Press. I was a creative team artist for them and trained by them with regards to storage and use of the plate.

[@jennifermcdougall9240]

Grateful for you and broke. Can I make opaque paint more translucent without eliminating hue?

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

I don’t think you can make issue paint more translucent due to the nature of the pigment. You can try applying it thinly or adding water. It depends on the quality of paint you are using. Golden, high quality paint, will dilute pretty nicely but opaque pigments will never be one totally translucent.

[@mysticmungus]

The special paper you use for gel printing is very very expensive, can you suggest an alternative much cheaper please. Wonderful tutorials, thank you!

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

I only use rice paper as I create my collage art with the papers. You could experiment with what you have on hand! Thanks Nicky

[@victoria-mennaperez2230]

amazing! Have you ever just hung this kind of rice paper with images or framed them? You use them in collages?

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

I do use them in my Collages, but I have also hung over sized ones on the back of my bedroom doors to bring a little color into my living space!

[@auntnatalie]

Hi I went to your site and picked out several stencils but some yu show here are not there. How do I get the rocks and rolls and loopy to loop and the (rectangular) one, please. Love your Art.

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Thanks! They are all there, you have to look closely. There are many pages of them.

[@joychip5994]

Great video learned a lot. Can you do that on fabric

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

I think so! But I only use paper

[@HeatherAyers1]

Oh wow. I’ve just been getting into gel printing and finding your channel i feel like Alice falling down the rabbit hole…

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Oh I totally understand that! Welcome to the rabbit hole Heather, I’m glad you found me here

[@ruthinmanart4063]

I had bought several smaller gel plates that did not come in clam shells, they came from dickblick, the only thing they had to keep them clean were those mylar sheets. They store very nicely sandwiched between them without any damage whatsoever. Perhaps you have experienced damage by using the mylar sheets in conjunction with the clamshell. But just using the mylar sheets does work.

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

As per the manufacturer, the mylar sheets are NOT meant to be used to store them, they should be discarded and the plate should be stored in the clam shell alone, without the insert and without the mylar. :) I was a creative team artist for Gel Press, that was part of our training, and it says the same on the insert for care and storage. Just to let you know.

[@christalscott956]

I have been all day looking at geil plates, how to make your own to buying one, l am so very happy that l found your channel, I was going to order 5 by 10, or should I go bigger? And thank you for explaining about the paint because everyone else don't and most of them use cheap paint 😊, Were do you buy your rice paper? Do you clean your plate at the end of the day? Thank you for sharing your gifts

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

I buy my rice paper on Amazon. I have a shop where I have put together all the supplies. www.amazon.com/shop/paper-paintings-collage-artwork

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

You’re welcome about the paint! I am a professional artist so I never use cheap paint. :) thanks for being here

[@christalscott956]

@@ElizabethStHilaire Thank you so much and Happy Holidays to you, l really would like to buy the big one( geil plate ) but l make journal books 5by7, this is really crazy but l loved your stencil that l just brought 6 last night 😅😅, so l was like you got those big stencils with a small plate 🙃😅😅, Happy New Year l am a crazy lady

[@minnahumble2294]

Such pretty papers. Do you know how you will use them?

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

I am a collage artist! PaperPaintings.com

[@junktube4000]

Should I get a 6 or 8 inch brayer for my 12 x 14 inch gel plate?

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

either is good. I use two six inch brayers but I am not using a 12x14 plate! Bigger is better.

[@marlenemarconi6832]

This is my first class,can't his be done on fabric as well?

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

I am sure that it could be, however I don’t work in fabric so your best bet would be to experiment!

[@helenhoyle7136]

Elizabeth - I have just bought a roll of Shoji Gami rice paper. I have noticed that one side is smooth, the other side rough. Which side do you print on, please?

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Always the smooth side! So it doesn’t stick to the gel plate.

[@maryfritz722]

Could not find your stencil site, please advise. Love, racing spots.

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Thanks Mary! bit.ly/3mpsGDv

[@Centannicocktails]

Hello, Do you know when Racing Spots and Plumage will be back in stock at Joggles? THank you

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

Hi! They are on order and should be available soon. Remember that you can always click the “notify me” button to receive an email when they’re back in stock!

[@Centannicocktails]

@@ElizabethStHilaire I did and thank you! I just watched your Low Relief video. It remined me when I was younger at the Italian Cemetery doing rubbing relifs of my ancestors head stones. Lol! You make me laugh qbd inspired! Thank you! I still am not able to find the stencil that looks like Daisy petals.. On you we site papers page. 💖💞🦋🤠

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

@@Centannicocktails I LOVE gravestone rubbing Victoria! We did that in New England too! PS the stencils are in the post to Joggles! 4 days I think.

[@maggiesmith6519]

So great to watch you work! Does this rice paper still tear nicely for collage after it has acrylic paint on it?

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

It is the most beautiful natural torn edge, soft and organic!

[@loribeetler591]

I ordered a large geli plate. What do I put the geli plate in If I didn’t get a clam shell?

[@ElizabethStHilaire]

what did it come in if not a plastic clam shell? that is where you store it.