KaleidoScope: Our own gallery for members' art work, crafts and photographs.

Roddy

marmalade said:

Wow these are stunning @Roddy.  There is so much skill in working with glass and so much to learn.  I would live to think I would be that good in 10 years but I doubt it.

There are low cost  'etching' effect paints that you can get, and they give a frosted finish on glass. They are easy to apply too. You can also use stencils with the paint or simply brush the paint on the glass. If you look on the site that begins with 'e' and ends in 'bay' you will find them and they can be posted to your home address... The frosting also comes as a spray if you want to frost a large area...Give it a try @marmalade you may be pleased with result... Use a soft brush to apply the frosting, and try to apply a thin and even coat so that it's not too streaky. You can always apply a second coat once the frosting effect has dried... you can also lay flat sheet of glass on top of lined drawing and simply 'trace' the design using your brush! Or how about using the frosting upon a small mirror? Or even a wine glass for example, as once the frosting is dry, it is safe to drink from the glass and it wont wash off if you just rinse the glass and let it air-dry without using a cloth.  You can also experiment by adding a few drops of your coloured glass paints! The world is Your oyster when it comes to Art, and you already have the ability to create some good works. 

Roddy

Roddy

@Adrian_Scope,

I am wondering if SCOPE would think it a good idea to hole some kind of exhibition, perhaps at its Offices for example, as possible fundraising event or to show case some of its members Art work & Crafts?

Members could perhaps submit 2 examples for SCOPE to consider, and then if able, mail them to Your offices with the understanding that SCOPE may not be able to return the items and are not liable for damage etc.

There truly have been some amazing examples on these pages, created by people of all ages and disabilities which surely should be seen elsewhere if possible, and I'm sure that many would be only to pleased to help with promoting the event as much as they are able, whilst also donating their work freely for your Fundraising... Confidentially would be simple to implement as only their member id need be added.

Have you any thoughts about this please?   

Craftychoco

Hi all. I'm new on the Scope site today and was over the moon to find a creative section. I use card making, colouring and journaling to keep me going through the chronic pain and fatigue I suffer from. I can go weeks without doing anything or have a week of being able to craft every day. I honestly don't know how I would cope without a creative outlet. Below are a few cards I've made.  

Ails

They are fantastic cards, @Craftychoco!  Glad you enjoy making them.  I make cards too at times and really find it therapeutic, but mine are no way as good as yours!  Welcome to the Community. 

Craftychoco

Ails said:

They are fantastic cards, @Craftychoco!  Glad you enjoy making them.  I make cards too at times and really find it therapeutic, but mine are no way as good as yours!  Welcome to the Community. 

Aw thank you so so much... The use of a machine to cut out a lot of the pieces helps to make it look a bit neater and saves my hands too! ? 

Roddy

Craftychoco said:

Hi all. I'm new on the Scope site today and was over the moon to find a creative section. I use card making, colouring and journaling to keep me going through the chronic pain and fatigue I suffer from. I can go weeks without doing anything or have a week of being able to craft every day. I honestly don't know how I would cope without a creative outlet. Below are a few cards I've made.  

Fabulous work. Very well done!

April2018mom

Craftychoco said:

Hi all. I'm new on the Scope site today and was over the moon to find a creative section. I use card making, colouring and journaling to keep me going through the chronic pain and fatigue I suffer from. I can go weeks without doing anything or have a week of being able to craft every day. I honestly don't know how I would cope without a creative outlet. Below are a few cards I've made.  

Wow, have you ever thought about this as a career? 

Chloe_Alumni

These are great @Craftychoco and a warm welcome to the community!

Craftychoco

April2018mom said:

Craftychoco said:

Hi all. I'm new on the Scope site today and was over the moon to find a creative section. I use card making, colouring and journaling to keep me going through the chronic pain and fatigue I suffer from. I can go weeks without doing anything or have a week of being able to craft every day. I honestly don't know how I would cope without a creative outlet. Below are a few cards I've made.  

Wow, have you ever thought about this as a career? 

Thank you so much, that's so kind of you. I've made a few for friends and to raise money for a charity event but having long term chronic physical conditions means I can't guarantee how many I can make or how often. In an ideal world it would certainly be my plan.... In the meantime I live the calm and (actually) the lessening of pain for a while whilst I do them before the flare because of been doing them for too long!! ? 

Adrian_Scope

You're very talented @Craftychoco. Perhaps you should look at selling some of these on Folksy or Etsy when you feel able?

pollyanna1052

Craftychoco said:

April2018mom said:

Craftychoco said:

Hi all. I'm new on the Scope site today and was over the moon to find a creative section. I use card making, colouring and journaling to keep me going through the chronic pain and fatigue I suffer from. I can go weeks without doing anything or have a week of being able to craft every day. I honestly don't know how I would cope without a creative outlet. Below are a few cards I've made.  

Wow, have you ever thought about this as a career? 

Thank you so much, that's so kind of you. I've made a few for friends and to raise money for a charity event but having long term chronic physical conditions means I can't guarantee how many I can make or how often. In an ideal world it would certainly be my plan.... In the meantime I live the calm and (actually) the lessening of pain for a while whilst I do them before the flare because of been doing them for too long!! ? 

Hi, your cards are lovely. I used to make cards, but it can be an expensive hobby. xx

pollyanna1052

I`ve been putting my crafting hobby to work making Christmas pressies..here are some for you to see. The boxes I have painted and gemmed up and filled with beauty products from £1 shop. I got the boxes and wooden letters from The Works..Inexpensive gfts!letters from The Works

Chloe_Alumni

These are amazing @pollyanna1052! Thank you for sharing it with us.

pollyanna1052

here are some more all wrapped up and ready to go!

pollyanna1052

and another

Roddy

@pollyanna1052 Brilliant work, Pollyanna, and a marvellous idea! It goes to show that craftwork needn't cost a fortune to obtain good results. I like the "K" one myself, as not only is blue my favourite colour, but my daughter's name begins with a K.  The boxes look a good size too, making them handy for a variety of things... somebody else on here will have to start thinking about knitting some large Christmas Stockings? 

pollyanna1052

Thanks Roddy for your kind comments. The box with the Christmas heart on is the biggest....they`ll all make great jewellery boxes....or secret love letter boxes!!!!

Roddy

pollyanna1052 said:

Thanks Roddy for your kind comments. The box with the Christmas heart on is the biggest....they`ll all make great jewellery boxes....or secret love letter boxes!!!!

It's always a good idea to think outside of the box!!! 

pollyanna1052

April2018mom

This is what I made today in a sewing lesson earlier