Exploring Using Used Tea Bags as Background on Canvas

[@cjsimplyscraps]

I saw this and laughed because I have been saving teabags. I use the family size for iced tea. I was saving them for a collage type thing I saw in another video so was gonna stop saving and today I saw your video, lol

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

So no more excuses for you, Carol, time to turn those saved teabags into art. 🤣😂We all save things for later, except later has no time limit.😉

[@cottagerose1]

That is the best idea I've seen in a long time!!! Thank you for sharing.

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

I'm glad you found something interesting; as mentioned in the video, I'm a big tea drinker and was delighted to use the teabags - I've also started painting on them and used those on greeting cards. 🙂

[@veronicastewart1112]

You could bend the edges of the teabags down and attach them to the sides of the canvas. That would give the sides a finished look.

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

Great idea! Thanks for the tip, Veronica 😊

[@scrapbagstudios]

great idea. I unearthed a box of used teabag papers that I had misplaced and this idea has has been added to the list of things to play with. Thanks for sharing.

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

I wish you many happy teabag fun playing time. There is so much we can do with the teabag papers.😊

[@kirstencook1439]

Glad you on board l been saving every day still today even used dryer sheets saw you in list KZbin gets off the search l do so 1st time looks like fun.🥰what l view Keep Rocking 🤙 the good stuff 👍 Beautiful 🤗😋 yum2023 the 🖖 continue with you & yours for a safe healthy happy creative vision play zen travels connection with your KZbin Family 😉

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

Thanks for the tip; using dryer sheets is an excellent idea; I use wool balls in my dryer, but I might go out and buy a box of dryer sheets to use for art and crafts 😊

[@charlottebeseke5596]

Thanks. I have lots of tea bags, too, so I'm, inspired.

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

You're so welcome ~ one of these days, tea drinkers will outnumber coffee drinkers. Luckily we can use our "leftovers" in our art and crafts 😂

[@HeiderosesPhotograph]

TFS this lovely project.

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

You are welcome; I had fun working on the project😊

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

Thanks for the breyer tip to get ink from the stamps 😊

[@zohraadeel7799]

Amazing

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

Who knew teabags are an art medium ~ so much fun to incorporate them into art.😊

[@joyceparkes2678]

Thank you.. I really enjoyed your explorations.

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

I'm so glad to see you've enjoyed the video😊

[@QOGS]

Very creative and the process is quite impressive. Thank you for sharing.

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

Thank you, it was a learning curve for me, and I got so many tips from others reading the comments. 😊

[@papiojenjones1585]

It has the Shroud of Turin look.

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

It never occurred to me, but now that you've mentioned it - my mind is spinning with images to add under the teabags; THANKS😍

[@EvBarney]

my way of working the edges is pretty much the same as yours, but I use a cheap emery board rather than sand paper just because it's easier to hold.

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

What a brilliant option; thanks for sharing, Evelyn; I'm going to use an emery board next time - I learn something new daily, and this one's a treasure😊

[@PKDonson]

Use water an a brush on the cardboard. Draw a line with the brush dipped water that you want to tear. Make certain the cardboard is saturated

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

Thank you for this great reminder - I use a water pen when tearing handmade paper; it didn't even cross my mind to use it on the cardboard. I'm working on another project with cardboard today. You are a lifesaver and just in time 😊

[@lindastals4509]

I love that, what a great idea, so creative! 💕

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

Thank you, Linda; glad to see there was value for you in the video 😊

[@jillzart2912]

Hi there from North Carolina, USA. You must be either in SA or an ex-pat! I grew up in the Cape. Love hearing you speak, brings back memories. I have been working with teabags for some years, trying many different projects!! Can't drink US tea, so still buy my Typhoo and PG Tips...

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

Hi JillzArt, good guess😉- farmgirl from Bloemfontein, calling Canada home for the last 20+ years. I'm also a big tea drinker, and I'm sticking to Twinings Black Tea or their English Breakfast tea. 😊

[@JudyEwing-zp3kh]

Thanks for sharing ! I collage with teabags & love this idea .Judy - Brisbane Australia .

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

That's awesome, Judy; teabags are so versatile ~ happy collaging. 😊

[@nansnook3920]

I'm always drawn to earth tones. I might have tried some small wooden flowers along with a twine or antique crocheted bow. Very nice.

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

What a great idea, especially the antique crocheted bow. These are perfect matches for the teabags! 😊

[@Luna8898]

I love ittttt 💖 Greetings from Argentina 💌 Your job is amaizing 🥰

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

Thank you so much; it's so great to see art is bringing the world together! 🥰😊

[@gailmariage5318]

It's lovely. We were just in Sante Fe and toured some art galleries. One gallery had a large tea bag art piece that was so unusual. It really caught my attention.

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

The art in Santa Fe is beautiful, and so many galleries and museums to visit. Can you remember which gallery you saw the teabag art piece, please?

[@gailmariage5318]

@@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter It was near the Vivo Gallery in the 700 block, but not sure if it was that one. We only visited 4.

[@gailmariage5318]

@@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter I double checked and it is at Vivo Contemporary. :)

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

@@gailmariage5318, thank you so much 😊

[@Cyrilmc222004]

Thank you so much I really really enjoyed watching you creating this beautiful gorgeous and very textural canvas. I’ve subscribed and given you a thumb’s up too Please stay safe and well too xxx Mags

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

Awe, thank you for your kind words 😊

[@robertakeirn1870]

Book and Paper Arts does a 2 part KZbin series on making a small teabag journal that you might find interesting. This was a fun video, thank you. I love your textures!

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

Oh, that sounds interesting; I will check it out, and thank you.😊

[@elizabethglenbentley7882]

Loved your tea bag coverage on canvas!I'm going to try that on small canvas waiting to be used. New sub I really enjoyed your video from Denmark 🇩🇰.

[@hummerklein4902]

Love you proses

[@hummerklein4902]

Oh forgot to say how lovely your design room looks gorgeous beautiful

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

@@hummerklein4902, thank you, it is my "happy place." 😊

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

Thanks, it is very relaxing.

[@pamclare6222]

😝I love the hand made paper you used. Did you make a video on making that?

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

Unfortunately, there is no video, as I bought the handmade paper from an art store. 😊

[@wherewendytravels]

Excited to be a new subscriber for you. Beautiful craft room. Love your creativity. 😊❤😊

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

Aw, thank you so much😊. My studio/craft room is my happy place; I spend most of my waking hours there. I will be starting with new videos and projects in the new year.

[@wherewendytravels]

Looking forward to them

[@cindyhenry1410]

This is very pretty! I’ve been saving tea bags for a while now and am looking for projects to use them in. Love your handmade paper! Will check out your channel for more on that (unless you have a handy playlist?). I see you have “Distress” embossing powder....since they don’t make that anymore they must be pretty old! Do you like them? New subbie here Michigan USA ❤️🦋💜

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

Thank you for your kind words, Cindy. Recently I did another project on stretched canvas (for a gallery exhibition) where I covered dried Fall leaves with teabags; unfortunately, I didn't video it. Please try it; it looks so good. Sadly, I don't have a "paper" playlist. As for the distress embossing powders - yes, they are pretty old.😂 Ranger had replaced them with the Tim Holtz distress embossing glaze, which is translucent.

[@cindyhenry1410]

@@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter yes.....I love the Distress embossing glazes....so different from other products! What a cool idea to cover dried leaves....I love using dried flowers too. Would love to see that.....

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

@@cindyhenry1410, I haven't worked with the Distress Embossing Glazes yet; trying to work through my "hoarding stash" first.🤣I've added dried leaves/flowers and tea bags to my video list.

[@dandelion1239]

Just found you. Love this project!! Thx for sharing your talents! Will you please tell me what you used to then apply the embossing powder; what the round tool is called that you use to press down on the stamp; and what you used to distress the sides of the canvas. Thank you for your help. Love this tutorial!

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

Thank you for the kind words. 😊I used an Embos It Dabber from Ranger before applying the embossing powder. It is convenient to have one, and there is also a pen you can use for smaller areas and not always have to use the stamp pad. The round tool is called a Stamp Barron from SpeedBall Art. I also have an old iron I picked up from a thrift shop that I use; it works just as well. For the sides, I've used mini stamp pad ink. Mine is from Stampin-Up.

[@dandelion1239]

@@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter Thank you!!

[@ochervelvet9687]

I’ve been saving tea bags, so now I have ideas. Thank you. Do you happen to remember where you got that beautiful bird stamp?

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

Glad I could help with ideas ~ as for the stamp, unfortunately, I can't remember where and when I purchased it. I checked the stamp, and it is a "Hero Arts" stamp, and the stamp number or code is S5501. I did a quick search and found this (it's an Australian website); here is the link for your convenience😊 stampsandcraft.com.au/shop/stamps/hero-arts/woodmounted/musical-collage-s5501/

[@tieskeellis8531]

Use a rollerpen to get good coverage of the stamp!

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

Thanks, brilliant idea!😊

[@peterbrown1025]

When dry flip over and cut extra with razor ......covering edges with bag pieces are interesting

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

Thank you for the tip, Peter; I will try it next time😊

[@zenmama979]

I'm thinking an nail emery board would lend itself nicely to sanding down the sides...

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

Thanks for the tip; it does work well; I tried it on another project.😊

[@lynseyadams6584]

Let the teabags dry, turn the canvas face down on a cutting mat, press down on it and cut the overlapping bits off with a scalpel. Mind your fingers!

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

That is a great tip; I'm on a bit of a hiatus, but I will remember this one when I return to creating, hopefully, sooner than later😊

[@chericandream]

❤😊

[@alysfreeman11]

Cardboard nail file.

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

What a great tip! Thanks for sharing ~ the cardboard nail file will be easy to maneuver around the canvas edges 😊

[@gailmariage5318]

What did you call the handled pressure tool?

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

It is a stamp baren, also called a printing baren from Speedball. (barren is often spelled with two r's as well 😊)

[@suzannerheaume8040]

I use a nail file

[@tnmtredhead]

That is not canvas it is a wood box.

[@EsmericArtMixedMediaPewter]

It is a wooden box; however, it also goes by wooden canvas 😊

[@binkylucifer]

getting a bit tedious.