STUCK with 100s of Gelli Prints? Watch my secrets for FINISHING

[@waukonstandard]

I wish so badly that this was in focus! It sounds so interesting but the image is giving me a headache. Please do this again soon!

[@SLMPetersen]

Agree! Please take the camera off Autofocus so it stops jumping around.

[@susancarnley7020]

Collage,please.

[@marylanders4134]

I will use my prints for cards, journal, tags - and now coasters :) Cause, yep... I have that many :) Enjoyed the whole live - will have to go back and re-watch... Thanks!

[@IngridBlackburn]

You and me both!! So glad you enjoyed it Mary!! Enjoy taking prints and converting them.... So worth it. Next time we'll have to make some books and journals. 😘🎨😍

[@Jeannette.akaJnett]

Yep, knocking your hubbies socks off will rock anyone's world. Love watching you create. I learn so much.

[@IngridBlackburn]

Thanks for always watching and leaving me a comment Jeannette!! I'm so glad it helped. 😘😍🎨

[@catherinerazor9099]

At first, I used a lot of my gelli prints for making greeting cards. Now it's Christmas, I purchased a bunch of those gift bags from Dollar Tree at 3 for $1.25 and then trimmed and glued gelli prints to the front and backs of them. My friends were delighted!

[@IngridBlackburn]

What a brilliant idea!!! ❤

[@lemurextremur]

Ingrid, I gotta tell you -- I ADORE this gel printing miniseries you've done recently via Live. While I haven't been able to join during the streams (I'm more of a lurker anyway), these vids are my favorite thing to play & watch as I paint. Thanks so much for the excellent and inspiring content!!!

[@IngridBlackburn]

I'm thrilled it's provided value for you!!! Thank you so much for returning to watch!! Means the world. 😘😍🎨

[@marleneoz4352]

This video has been so helpful to me who wasn't quite sure what yo do with all my prints. I'm on my way to play 😊 thanks again, very inspiring. Cheers from Aust.

[@michelegourd5742]

Ingrid, you always such creative ideas!! Thanks so much for sharing!! Hope you are doing well!!

[@IngridBlackburn]

I am, was a bit under the weather the prior two weekends, but had fun yesterday! Thanks for watching Michele!! 😘😍🎨

[@Reneesfun]

I layer my prints on card stock for cards or coasters. I “glue” my prints onto boxes that I use for gifts. I also gelli printed straight onto a couple of terra cotta pots. I find that the thin prints (tissue or deli paper) are beautiful for layering. Thank you so much for sharing your process. I get obsessed with gelli prints and I like to have an “end game” for them but not always. Your art is beautiful!

[@IngridBlackburn]

Love those ideas.... especially the pots!!! Glad you enjoyed the process!!! 😘😍🎨

[@reneeallen1118]

Yep- I have one gel plate that I bought 3 years ago but have never used. I just bought some deli paper so I hope I’m getting close 🤞🏾

[@janetperry9026]

I just got my gel pad and bryer. Ive just started playing with it and so for love it! So much to learn!

[@jodinicholas890]

I watched the whole wonderful thing. Thanks so much!

[@IngridBlackburn]

Glad you enjoyed it!!! 😘😍🎨

[@inekek4rommenhoek201]

Ik maak sfeerlichtjes van felgekleurde prints, die op kopieerpapier zijn gemaakt. Neem een strook van de print die om een elektrisch theelicht past. Smeer deze strook in met babyolie; daar wordt het papier steviger van en meer doorzichtig. Maak de strook tot een rondje en zet hem over het lichtje. een prachtig omhulsel voor het licht.

[@BelindaPort]

Love your channel and enthusiasm! What about screeprinting over a background? Greetings from N Z.

[@megsgonnamake]

I love watching you.. Your vids are full of inspiration and information. TFS!!

[@IngridBlackburn]

Awe, thank you!!

[@jens7418]

Hi Ingrid! I'm in eastern NC. Catching the replay. I'm new to this type of art. I'm inspired! Thanks Jen 😀

[@jilllarson6781]

I miss seeing your videos!! ❤

[@neamah_alwakeel]

What kind of colors and papers are used?

[@vickitgibbs]

Definitely a starter. I have backgrounds everywhere. I love making them. I do also make cards, but not as many as I should.

[@magereina]

your mission to use alcohol inks on one of those box projects, is easily accomplished. Try applying a few thin layers of Kilz primer to the box. give a quick sanding and it will be non-porous allowing for the use of alcohol inks. I am loving your series Ingrid as it is very inspiring

[@IngridBlackburn]

That's awesome, I'll definitely have to check that out. Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed it. 😘😍🎨

[@mayaholthuizen5307]

Hallo from germany. I have periods realy creating and finish something. Now, since a week I started to do backgrounds in various ways. Tomorrow I want to start with a box, build it myself, and making Faux leather.

[@janicesullivan3256]

I didn't know what a gell plate was 6 months ago. Now I have 4 sizes! 3x5, 5x7, 8x10, 9x12. I've found it's generally cheaper to buy supplies when in the U.S. Otherwise in Canada they are very expensive. The gell plate is so fun. It's very addicting!

[@IngridBlackburn]

It is! I find it to be a fabulous investment you'll get your money's worth out of. LOVE that you've dived in. Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment. 🎨❤️😘

[@californiadreamer5968]

I’ve only had my plate for a week and I have 199 prints. I made them 2 sided so I can bind them into my journals. I used book pages to roll off my grayer. I may make coordinating pocket with tag to go with the pages.

[@AnnaChristie-vp4ip]

Hi Ingrid, so I'm a starter with the gelli print and a former old school fabric designer. I will use my gelli print backgrounds and paint on top, then they go into my textile laptop library for use in the future, as groundwork or for sale. Regards and thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@barbarasalmi3103]

Iam a newbie to gelli printing and already know I'm a starter!

[@joanneleclerc4168]

That last card with all de great colours looks like fireworks! Beautiful!💓💓

[@susane945]

Yes!! You said it!! Totally agree!! ❤❤

[@janetapp126]

I’m a starter on this new addition to my crafts just want to know what I all need thank you

[@lindacallaway2253]

Watching this a second time! It’s late September and I have some wooden skull buttons. I want to use gelli collage for tags, then sew on some buttons.

[@cherrydulaney6572]

Not being in good focus takes away from seeing the art itself, but I really liked your content. Thanks.

[@Jalleur14325]

Some amazing prints there.

[@lilfedak2312]

So many ideas.....thank you

[@christinesanchez4801]

I would love to learn KZbin. I am transitioning from one career to another and want to soak up all art I can. I found the link and joined. I do hope I got in in enough time ; )

[@IngridBlackburn]

Go for it! KZbin is an AH-Mazing platform. Though I'm a bit biased...lol. No, seriously, there's a great opportunity here. I'm excited you're going to join our gelli printing class. You're in, just putting the details together! :)

[@debbie1016]

I use my gelli prints to maker tags to hang my earrings that I bead on. Each tag is unique and matches that pair off earrings. I usually make the tag to complement the pair of earrings and make them standout, rather then the earring blending into the tag.

[@robinsutton4952]

I just started making paper beads using my gel prints. Fun and relaxing.

[@IngridBlackburn]

LOVE that! What a great idea Debbie! :)

[@IngridBlackburn]

How fun Robin! Love paper beads. Great use of your prints. I bet that is relaxing... :)

[@suetraviss8888]

My problem is is that I make backgrounds and lately they’ve come out as really pretty prints on their own. People have constantly told to frame them but the problem is I don’t have space for 452 frames…😬

[@gigiartstudiowithartistvir3919]

🤣 Oh my I have a feeling this is going to be my future. I'm only now discovering gelli after 40 years of making art. Crazy!

[@annelise8014]

😂

[@tuthillg]

Some great ideas and fun! TFS the inspiration!

[@beckyguerriero5471]

Great video, thanks! I have watched a couple of yours today!

[@karenjoy9997]

I can see you, & hear you ok. Love this topic.

[@susancarnley7020]

Definitely a starter. Love this video.

[@sharonb.7867]

The Dollar Tree has nice really firm make-up sponges like the new really expensive 'spouncers' (spelling?) that are out now. (Wish I could attach a picture.)

[@barbarahill6365]

Can’t you put your warped card stock through a die press? Would a light spritz of water, then die press do it?

[@IngridBlackburn]

You sure can, but the iron is WAY better. I ended up doing mine right after. :)

[@amaragarcia4553]

I'm definitely a starter!

[@barbarahill6365]

You don’t put cork on the back of your coasters?

[@KarenLeanneCreates2024]

Hi, I have a new jell plate and brayer, but have been a little bit intimidated to use them. After watching this, I will definitely be getting some use out of it! Also... I have a tip.. if you have a die cutter, run your waroed paper thru it for a quck pressing without any heat! But make sure to layer up some wax paper and a bit of cardboard or paper to prevent shadow impressions from the cutting plates. Anyway, I am in N.CAROLINA also! In Lumberton, which is on the I-95 just up from S.C. It's been fun !

[@lynette.]

Great tip with using quilting rulers in card making, it never occurred to me .

[@barbarasalmi3103]

I really see the difference when you added the black!

[@spktme]

Did I miss the link to the wild roses class? I couldn't find it and when I searched the name but it didn't come up either and I tried different spellings too. Hopefully you can direct me in the right direction, I loved the little rose box you made it was gorgeous. Thanks for all the great ideas! This is my first video and I'm so glad you popped up on my recommendations!

[@barbarahill6365]

I’m a starter, if you don’t have the Tim Holtz 8 1/2” micro blade scissors, you need them! Like your little ones both are micro blades ( they are tiny cuts in the blade) they make trimming a card a breeze. That long blade lets you get a straight cut easily. They are also titanium (?) so sticky things like tapes, glues come off really easily, or don’t stick. Some of what you saw as an artist, we couldn’t see, like orange on the heart.

[@IngridBlackburn]

Oh I do, I have several scissors - two by him and micro tip by fiskars - I actually have 10 pair of those...LOL>

[@Jalleur14325]

I just dont need that many cards! But i am keen to create journals or wall pieces. Oooo that print at min 15 ❤

[@kaibembury2121]

I'm obsessed with gelli printing. I have 9 and I'm fairly new to it...lol

[@IngridBlackburn]

Look at you go Kai! LOVE that. Thanks for hanging with me a bit!! :)

[@skynone1071]

just started and already have a ton just from practicing

[@JC-dk4ny]

Starter!!! How do you use or rehab a print when you've gone too far on the stencils and whatnotery? I go from "eh needs more" to "ooh love that" to "ugh that's a mess."

[@letha57]

I am mostly a starter. I do eventually finish some projects. Made a hands-on doll for one of my daughters like 40 years ago… Finally got the clothes done for her this month. 🥴

[@IngridBlackburn]

That is awesome! I love that! Starter here too. :)

[@joanneleclerc4168]

Hi again! How or where can I find that sentiment books! I look up in the web but could not find them? I am french so maybe I have the wording wrong? Please! Thank you! Merci!🥰

[@lindacallaway2253]

Small talk

[@IngridBlackburn]

I have it linked in the description supply list as well. Tim Holtz Small Talk.😍

[@gerricalpin4825]

so much information. thank you Ingrid. Mucho

[@Tashianne]

Love this video. And I'm a starter 😅.

[@IngridBlackburn]

Glad you love the video! You're off to a great start - just remember to have fun and enjoy the ride!

[@Jalleur14325]

I think most people are! 😂

[@cynthiahillstrom7321]

I have never done this before and would like to try it. I am not afraid to try it, but I am not sure if I should spend my money on a plate or not. I think making prints could be a lot of fun, but I need to see how I can use the prints after I make them. I am loving your video

[@00800su]

You can make a DIY gel plate in 3 minutes. Get a nice sized zip lock bag. A cheap yoga mat of other foam. Cut the mat to fit inside the bag. Voila! Easy to clean.

[@63artemisia63]

@cynthiahillstrom7321 Before you even buy the plate you’re already focused on the end product instead of on enjoying the process in a playful, childlike way, which is the secret to making prints that you *want* to use. Better not to start at all if you’ve convinced yourself that making art has to have a point other than the joy of learning. kzbin.info/www/bejne/b6Wyfp9padF7laMsi=Q4nxeO3mDOJN4b_G

[@angellove2911]

​@@63artemisia63some, like me, can't afford to just spend money to try out playing with stuff when we don't know yet how they might use it. I personally have wasted money on things I really don't use because I didn't research/try it first. I will eventually figure out ways to use it, but it's smart to get an idea of what you want to create, in the end. Especially on items that aren't exactly cheap or easily diy. I see what others do, but it may not fit into what my goal to create is. It's great to be able to buy to play, if you can afford it. If you are just starting out a new art or craft, sometimes you really need to see something finished to keep you motivated, at least I do. If it's going to take 5+ steps to a finished product, I might just get overwhelmed and give up. It should always be fun, though, I totally agree on that one🥰

[@intheredcold9216]

The plates have actually come way down in price since they were released many years ago but if you don't want to spend even 20 bucks you can get the little mini plates that usually come three in a pack and they're $15 at most and then you can play with the small ones and see if you like them. You can also actually make your own jelly plate using gelatin. there are formulas and videos online about how to make an actual jelly plate using gelatin they don't last as long of course but they do work. good luck

[@intheredcold9216]

The plates have actually come way down in price since they were released many years ago but if you don't want to spend even 20 bucks you can get the little mini plates that usually come three in a pack and they're $15 at most and then you can play with the small ones and see if you like them. You can also actually make your own jelly plate using gelatin. there are formulas and videos online about how to make an actual jelly plate using gelatin they don't last as long of course but they do work. good luck

[@GrandJan46]

Hi, I am a starter but don't know how to finish. So thanks for this video 🙂

[@IngridBlackburn]

Girl after my own heart. I'll always be a starter...lol. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. I appreciate it! 🎨😁 ❤️

[@katrinamurphy1493]

@@IngridBlackburnI am so glad to see your response. I really miss your videos but that doesn’t matter as long as all is well with you.

[@katewalton6350]

So afrer using a water base medium let dry then coat with liquitex matt med gell?

[@nancybaker2323]

in two days of my experimenting I have 8 sheets already. So fun.

[@IngridBlackburn]

LOVE that!

[@nancychapman5993]

Hi Ingrid! Do you seal the back of the wooden coasters and then put the cork backing on? And do you have to seal the cork backing also?

[@IngridBlackburn]

Great question!! Yes, I do seal both sides...not the cork though. Thanks for taking the time to watch and leave a comment! I appreciate it. ❤️😘🎨

[@xiaofeibajie4158]

Oh my gosh, I am definitely a starter. Somebody had better make me finish.😂

[@Truthfully7]

Impossible to finish 🤣🤣🤣 as soon as I have figured something out on a test piece, move on to next,. Scary, never ending🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🥰🥰

[@priscillalabranche5203]

I am making herringbone backgrounds with card strips. 10 pm here, too late to gelli :)

[@IngridBlackburn]

LOVE that - such a great idea! :)

[@margueritemitchell1829]

I have 3 but i have just used 1 😊so far but i want more....i want the circle i am going to make my own i have the stuff sometimes you find a shape in the bakinn or bathroom aisle😊

[@IngridBlackburn]

GREAT idea!!! Thanks for taking the time to watch and leave a comment! I appreciate it. ❤️😘🎨

[@christinakozminski1544]

Greetings! I've spent the last 3 evenings watching this and scribbling notes. I have a 5x7 hello plate and my room mate has a jumbo 12x12 that I've used a few times. I have a small collection of prints zero A categories yet. I got a lot of ideas from you. Plus some helpers techniques like matting/ trash/ balance/distressing/sentiments. I tend to over think and just stare & suddenly I can make no decisions like color choices haha. I've mostly made cards ( haven't started Christmas yet) and have been trying collage in my bible art projects. I have many of the items you listed but do have the embossing danger on my wish list :) I have enjoyed listening to you teach and really appreciate that you share some of your life experiences/feelings and honesty where you are as you approach your art sessions. thank you

[@IngridBlackburn]

Christina, thank you so much! I'm so glad this helped! Thank you for your time in watching, and writing this comment! Please come to the live zoom class I'm doing. I'll be teaching how I approach layering. You'll have an opportunity there to also jump on If you wish for real time help. Just start playing, make mistakes, especially with colors... that's how we learn. Keep the color wheel on mind when combining paints. If they are opposites, compliment colors, they'll make mud. If they're next to each other, they are friendly colors and blend well. A prints take time to develop. You've got this! It's a fun tool, and the sky is the limit. 😘😍🎨

[@dandani2]

The joy for me is in the making and even the plle i don't know what to do with too😅

[@IngridBlackburn]

It is fun, right?!! Thanks for taking the time to watch and leave a comment! I appreciate it. ❤️😘🎨

[@wendip4]

It's called greaseproof paper, in Australia

[@glittergrandma]

Thanks for the great video.

[@martinitang]

Can your paper trimmer trim A3 size paper?

[@daniellelogan330]

did not see where you got the coaster blanks

[@IngridBlackburn]

Hi Danielle, I've added it to the description now. 😁

[@lindacallaway2253]

How do I get added to your email list? I’d love to join your Zoom.

[@IngridBlackburn]

We'd love to have you Linda - you can sign up for my mailing list, that's how I'm sending out all the information: Learn more with a FREE spark of creative inspiration: bit.ly/3MvNAMH

[@debmcgowan9852]

I'm just gathering supplies to start with. A total newby. BUT... I will create, create, create... THEN I will make myself stop and finish. Like quilting, I won't begin a new one until I have finished the one before.

[@priscillalabranche5203]

8x10,5x7,3x5,, 4 in round,3in square, 3 inch round and triangle.

[@MercyCuenca]

I'm not a starter nor a finisher... I'm a #dreamer & collector! 😂

[@kathycrum9932]

Hi Ingrid…I just found your utube and am loving your tutorials so much. I have found the need for some smaller stencils but I didn’t recognize the artists name & website. ?D Catrona…Wild Studios? I’m probably way off on this. Can you help me?

[@IngridBlackburn]

Hi Kathy - Deedee Catron - UmWowStudio is the site. But fair warning, took me 3 weeks before they were shipped. She is a busy artist, so didn't respond quickly, but her stuff is GORGEOUS! Just know it'll take a bit to get them. TOTALLY worth it though. :)

[@kathycrum9932]

Thanks so much. I’m patient so no worries about the wait. I will be sending an order tonight. You have really inspired me. I am going to rewatch tomorrow & try to follow along with you! Thanks & big hugs!

[@milesoldfield]

Hi just got my first 10" x 8" one

[@lisap_photo_art]

Maybe it was me but the video was very blurry and made it hard to get the full effect of what she was making, especially the more intricate patterns.

[@robinhelenehebert]

Hi Ingrid. I’m waiting on some deli paper…excited to try that.

[@IngridBlackburn]

I'm excited for you!!

[@Truthfully7]

Drowning in background sheets, 🤣🤣🤣

[@andreaslightangels]

Like sending a good luck or thank you upon a bereavement!😮 Put words on as you need them

[@priscillalabranche5203]

my whole room is work in process!

[@joanneleclerc4168]

A4 is the letter size in Europe, it is a little bigger that our 8.5 x 11 letter size!

[@joanneleclerc4168]

Not creating physically but mentally and creating in my head! Got lots of plans!

[@CW008]

I have a big issue - I cannot get the mat and then the project part on the card stock perfectly aligned. It is almost always crooked. How do you adhere and align each layer to get the even border. Once it touches down, it’s stuck for good and is always crooked. So a beautiful card is now ruined due to the print, the mat and the base being crooked.

[@susanzapletal5299]

I have seen many crafters put double sided tape aligned near each edge and then fold the release tape back a little, then add glue to the centre and lay the item down and you can move it around slightly and pull the release tapes out and away. Natasha Foote does this a lot to line up mats etc.

[@IngridBlackburn]

That's a great question. I will say, I take my time to align it, and it's 20+ years of experience doing it ... But, this is also why I like using gel medium/liquid glue cause you have a bit of time to adjust if needed. Double sided tape isn't as forgiving. Start with the glue till you find your rhythm. Be graceful with yourself. I know you can do this! Thanks for taking the time to watch and leave a comment! I appreciate it. ❤️😘🎨

[@kelly_hunsaker_reads]

Im crazy -- I would keep A, B & C files, and would have the prints in color families order.

[@IngridBlackburn]

LOL...I love this. That is awesome and not at all crazy....but impressive!! 😘😍🎨

[@kelly_hunsaker_reads]

also, can you please add the amazon links for the coasters and cork

[@IngridBlackburn]

@@kelly_hunsaker_reads Hi, I've just added it Kelly! 😁

[@O-kk7pq]

You can also wash the sponge in soap and water to pro long the life of it 😂

[@kgarcia630]

Please take your camera off of auto-focus and just set the focus to your work surface- I get a little motion sick watching videos that are constantly popping in and out of focus. Thx!

[@yvonne3403]

Love❤

[@mlbok]

but the focus is fuzzy

[@lindacallaway2253]

Yikes! You scared me opening your can with scissors. I keep a screwdriver or the paint can openers on hand. Love creating with gell prints.

[@creativepassages]

I'm definately a "starter." I struggle to finish.

[@JC-dk4ny]

Why is it that in every crafting video I've ever watched where scrap strips are used the strips are all straight and even?! None of my trimmings are ever even no matter what type of trimmer I use! I never feel like my trimmers cut straight anyway, and small scrap strips exacerbate that making them hard to use w/o modification.

[@sheribrockmeier127]

You could possibly use the uneven trims and use them for paper beads. Also a very cool project and they dont have to be straight. I can not cut straight either if you could not guess.

[@63artemisia63]

“How I ideate”? (groan)

[@Jalleur14325]

Ideate? What is that?

[@barbarahill6365]

Sorry, I see you do put cork on the back!

[@janetperry9026]

I am!

[@dinabaughman8731]

I listen to true crime podcasts!💜

[@janisannhopley1549]

Gel printing please

[@HelenStamp-js9gp]

Sorry but your filming is out of focus

[@shannoncampbell2714]

Over 200

[@IngridBlackburn]

In good company Shannon!!! 😂🎨😘

[@davelester1985]

Imagine listening to this voice at breakfast.

[@AnnaChristie-vp4ip]

@davelester Imagine waking up to your scrunched up snooze face 😂

[@karent2851]

Umm

[@paulfoote7869]

Your video quality is very poor. Your audio is fine though.

[@Jalleur14325]

Yes I couldn't see what she was talking about with the rose box :(

[@karenruggles6262]

Annoying out of focus