Brilliant! I found you via Stefanie Pettis and I subscribed immediately. You are a phenomenal artist and teacher. Looking forward to watching more of your videos 🙂
Hi Abby! Wow...what a beautiful thing to say, girl...thank you so much for your generosity of spirit, my friend. I've subscribed to Purple Cottage Crafts, as well - you have a wealth of experience to share! 😘
See, faux finishes are like magic to me, Laurie. I'm greedy - I want all the lovely, expensive, unattainable things! But, I can't afford 'em - and lots of other folks can't either. Faux is not only a way to bring that sense of opulence into our lives, but to gain self respect during the process - the sense of accomplishment that I get from turning cheap plastic anything into something that has a bit of soul is beyond precious. I'm just hoping to help a few other folks get that same feeling of accomplishment - because it is powerful! You are powerful! 😘
Wonderful video! I was so surprised that the styrofoam was able to take the Super 777 and hot glue without melting. I've stayed away from using foam for the last 10 years because I tried to spray paint a project I made and it melted it like hot wax!
Hey Cindy! You are oh-so-right about styrofoam - it DOES react to the chemicals in spray adhesives, etc...this foam was that 'squishy' kind that electronics are sometimes packaged in. Wish I knew what it's called - it's TOUGH! xox
I am a metalsmith who is always looking for rustic finish ideas...I have been using a heat tool to adhere embossing powder onto my metal for a grainy effect...but I like the alcohol effect also.
Oh, that sounds gorgeous, Flower Proprietress! Have you seen the new line of Baked Texture Embossing Powders by Seth Apter??? Girl, they are gonna be so good for effects like you describe...
I think I will keep my coffee grinder for coffee, but love results of your project, I would have a took it little further and grew any sedum low grower cactus would survive on the moss what do think give me your view on that hun xxx
I love the idea of growing succulents or cacti in these containers - it's totally doable, but you'd need to use a special potting mix, Sylvia. Go for it! xox
Hi I want to change a aluminum brief case (silver) Into a black/ brown with gold wax on top What paint would you recommend to go about I still want it to look professional still Your hints will be welcome
Ooohhh...I LOVE the idea of this project, Colleen! It's gonna be super cool. Now, there are ways to transform this surface: BUT, there isn't any process I know of that will completely guard against the kinds of abuse that most briefcases get - anticipate that scratches and chips will form over time... To begin, though, you'll need a Spray Primer formulated especially for Aluminum. Make sure to follow all of the manufacturer's instructions, and this will be exactly the right base for that resplendent new finish: amzn.to/2DLMGM1
@@Thicketworks thank you for getting back to me sooo quickly I will try your suggestion , l I will try to completely transform the silver its a bit too in your face silver Thank you
I have 'craft only' kitchen appliances too, when you can get a coffee grinder for under $10 at Kmart & craft supplies are so overpriced here, it makes sense to use kitchen supplies. Aldi weekly Special Buys help stock my craft room at much more affordable prices - I have silicone spatulas & a cake decorating spatula in with my painting palette knives; silicone pastry brush for gluing large items (glue peels right off); a bargain hand mixer with bread dough attachments for making paper clay; cheap Teflon oven sheets replace expensive craft mats & those silicone oven sheets with pyramid shapes are way better for doming resin than the doming trays I once bought from the resin company. My recent fave is a huge array of double ended fondant tools for under $3 - why would I pay over $25 for just 3 Sculpey tools?.LOL (Edit: Instead of white paint for this, try using "Zinc White" it's more transparent & you don't damage the polymer binders by watering it down so much. Watered down washes are only stable on porous surfaces, on non-porous, using 30% water or more causes underbinding).
Joanne - it probably won't surprise you to learn that I'm exactly the same way! I have those cheap silicone baking tools (including the pastry brushes), the coffee grinder, food processor, Teflon oven sheets, silicone mats for doming! So helpful when we allow ourselves to imagine alternate uses for the things that surround us. Good info on Zinc White - thank you! xoxo
haha! The finish was fun to experiment with, Donna...and moss is just one of those thingies that I find useful, no matter what decade we find ourselves in! 😉
Hi Heather. I love the way your project turned out. It looks amazing. I created a faux zinc finish for our dining room table and created a step by step tutorial here www.heytheredelyla.com/faux-zinc-table/ on my blog post. Check it out if you wish. Thanks
Hey Tonya! Thanks, girl...and WOW! I adore the finish you created...in fact, the step where you dry brush using a car wash brush? Brilliant...and the mineral spirits 'water spots' - totally cool! Thank you for sharing your amazing work, my friend. xox
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LOVE!!!!!!!!WONDERFUL VIDEO!!!!
Awesome! Thank you, Alfredo Daniel...I hope you give it a try. xox
Aaahhh your voice is calm and focused. What an artist. Very enjoyable watching. I was looking for paint color combos to try on a big plastic pot.
Ooooooo! ❤️❤️❤️🐿🐿🐿
Love to you & yours. Your sharing is so appreciated ❤️❤️❤️
Warmpth & light to you 🌟
Right back at ya, my friend! xoxo
Gorgeous!! As always! 💖💖
I never feel tired when I see your proyects Heather..
Allá of them are beautiful..
Thanks
And I always feel uplifted by your wonderful words, @Maria UP...thank you! xoxo
The results are so realistic! Can't wait to try this, thank you so much Heather for more of your creative genius ✨
I love this finish, my friend. Antique Zinc is just one of those 'I HAVE to try' surface treatments - so fun! xoxo
I just love your home decor up cycling, fantastic ❤️❤️❤️
Oh, you say the sweetest things, @AliLou Creations! Thank you, girl! xoxo
Brilliant !!
.... and I'm on it right away. Though I don't have all the same ingredients but I'm improvising
This was so helpful, thanx!
Awesome Sauce!
Yay! Thanks, @Elizabeth S! xoxo
Brilliant! I found you via Stefanie Pettis and I subscribed immediately. You are a phenomenal artist and teacher. Looking forward to watching more of your videos 🙂
Hi Abby! Wow...what a beautiful thing to say, girl...thank you so much for your generosity of spirit, my friend. I've subscribed to Purple Cottage Crafts, as well - you have a wealth of experience to share! 😘
Wow, this is just wonderful. Amazing job. Thank you very much for the tutorial.
Hey Chantal...I'm so happy that you liked it! I can't wait to use it on a larger piece!
Thank you for watching, my friend. xox
Great tutorial! I'm going to try this on some brass lamps!
That sounds awesome, @jakeakawayne! They will look amazing.
You are very talented! :)
Your vids are such fun to watch and inspire me tp try something new
Yay! Thank you, Hazel...I'm so glad you are inspired! xox
awesome!! Really nice and easy...thank u for sharing knowledge :)
Thank YOU, my friend - so glad you found it helpful! xoxo
You'd never know from look'in that they were cheap plastic pots after y'all had a go at them, lol. Amazing texture!! Enjoyed very much!
See, faux finishes are like magic to me, Laurie. I'm greedy - I want all the lovely, expensive, unattainable things! But, I can't afford 'em - and lots of other folks can't either. Faux is not only a way to bring that sense of opulence into our lives, but to gain self respect during the process - the sense of accomplishment that I get from turning cheap plastic anything into something that has a bit of soul is beyond precious. I'm just hoping to help a few other folks get that same feeling of accomplishment - because it is powerful! You are powerful! 😘
Y'all are a rare breed miss Heather, let me tell ya! Wish there were more like you.
Love, love love these! You are so talented, these are gorgeous. TFS
Yay! It makes me so happy that you like this little experiment, Jaus Tin! Thank you for your kindness, my friend. xox
Awesome Faux finish and topiaries...
Thank you so much, Shirley! It's these little experiments that get me outta bed in the mornings! xox
Wonderful video! I was so surprised that the styrofoam was able to take the Super 777 and hot glue without melting. I've stayed away from using foam for the last 10 years because I tried to spray paint a project I made and it melted it like hot wax!
Hey Cindy! You are oh-so-right about styrofoam - it DOES react to the chemicals in spray adhesives, etc...this foam was that 'squishy' kind that electronics are sometimes packaged in. Wish I knew what it's called - it's TOUGH! xox
They look great
Thanks, Donna Marie! I love this type of finish. xox
I am a metalsmith who is always looking for rustic finish ideas...I have been using a heat tool to adhere embossing powder onto my metal for a grainy effect...but I like the alcohol effect also.
Oh, that sounds gorgeous, Flower Proprietress! Have you seen the new line of Baked Texture Embossing Powders by Seth Apter??? Girl, they are gonna be so good for effects like you describe...
I think I will keep my coffee grinder for coffee, but love results of your project, I would have a took it little further and grew any sedum low grower cactus would survive on the moss what do think give me your view on that hun xxx
I love the idea of growing succulents or cacti in these containers - it's totally doable, but you'd need to use a special potting mix, Sylvia. Go for it! xox
Fantastic Heather ...tfs💖
Hi Roz! I'm so glad you like it. Faux finish experiments give me a reason to LIVE! xox
Очень интересно получилось!
Спасибо, мой друг! xox
Hi I want to change a aluminum brief case (silver)
Into a black/ brown with gold wax on top
What paint would you recommend to go about
I still want it to look professional still
Your hints will be welcome
Ooohhh...I LOVE the idea of this project, Colleen! It's gonna be super cool. Now, there are ways to transform this surface: BUT, there isn't any process I know of that will completely guard against the kinds of abuse that most briefcases get - anticipate that scratches and chips will form over time...
To begin, though, you'll need a Spray Primer formulated especially for Aluminum. Make sure to follow all of the manufacturer's instructions, and this will be exactly the right base for that resplendent new finish: amzn.to/2DLMGM1
@@Thicketworks thank you for getting back to me sooo quickly I will try your suggestion , l I will try to completely transform the silver its a bit too in your face silver
Thank you
Your amazing!
Nah, but I AM very grateful for your kindness. xox
I have 'craft only' kitchen appliances too, when you can get a coffee grinder for under $10 at Kmart & craft supplies are so overpriced here, it makes sense to use kitchen supplies. Aldi weekly Special Buys help stock my craft room at much more affordable prices - I have silicone spatulas & a cake decorating spatula in with my painting palette knives; silicone pastry brush for gluing large items (glue peels right off); a bargain hand mixer with bread dough attachments for making paper clay; cheap Teflon oven sheets replace expensive craft mats & those silicone oven sheets with pyramid shapes are way better for doming resin than the doming trays I once bought from the resin company. My recent fave is a huge array of double ended fondant tools for under $3 - why would I pay over $25 for just 3 Sculpey tools?.LOL (Edit: Instead of white paint for this, try using "Zinc White" it's more transparent & you don't damage the polymer binders by watering it down so much. Watered down washes are only stable on porous surfaces, on non-porous, using 30% water or more causes underbinding).
Joanne - it probably won't surprise you to learn that I'm exactly the same way! I have those cheap silicone baking tools (including the pastry brushes), the coffee grinder, food processor, Teflon oven sheets, silicone mats for doming! So helpful when we allow ourselves to imagine alternate uses for the things that surround us.
Good info on Zinc White - thank you! xoxo
Nice project, really like that zinc finish. When you first pulled out the moss I had a flashback to the 70's = )
haha! The finish was fun to experiment with, Donna...and moss is just one of those thingies that I find useful, no matter what decade we find ourselves in! 😉
Genial¡¡
Thank you, Lirtea! xox
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Yay! I'm so glad you think so, Stella! Thank you. xoxo
Could you have just used popsicle sticks???for the rim
I love that idea, @k.dotts1! Absolutely, my friend: use what works, use what you have! xoxo
Hi Heather. I love the way your project turned out. It looks amazing. I created a faux zinc finish for our dining room table and created a step by step tutorial here www.heytheredelyla.com/faux-zinc-table/ on my blog post. Check it out if you wish. Thanks
Hey Tonya! Thanks, girl...and WOW! I adore the finish you created...in fact, the step where you dry brush using a car wash brush? Brilliant...and the mineral spirits 'water spots' - totally cool! Thank you for sharing your amazing work, my friend. xox
Heather Tracy Yes the car wash brush is a fun tool! Thank you so much for checking out my project!!! I’m honored.