In The Storm...

{jane bosi}  How grateful I am that I have a God able to calm both me and the storms.  He never fails in this walk when I am constantly feeling as if it is pouring....Can I get an amen??  You'll find Calms His Child here. 

I wanted to try a little decorative art and step away from bible journaling for a week or so.  Sometimes, when I feel like I am trying too hard, that is the best thing for me to do.

This is a 6x6 canvas.  I started by layering bible pages in a random pattern using mod podge.  I really should have waited between layers, but once I got going, I just didn't want to stop.  Some of the buckling would have been reduced, but all in all, I still love it.

I had picked up a tattered and well loved Gideon bible at Good Will a bit ago.  I love the idea of praying over my art and found it to be a calming piece to the over all art project.  I colored several pages by applying distress inks directly to my non-stick sheet and then dipping the pages until I got the right look.  Once dry, I was able to stamp and trim images from Fantastic Flowers and Scribble Flowers.  A few of the other textures that can be seen are the gold background created using texture paste and a stencil and some sequins. I've been in love with sequins for quite some time now and added just a few for a little bit of bling.

I hope you are feeling inspired---express yourself!

TTFN, Jane

Calms His Child

{jane bosi}  Happy Day, Sweet Friends!!  I'm focused, unfortunately, on the storm, lately.  But, GOOD NEWS....that focus has really been on the way He carries me; the ways I find Him in the middle of the storm and--strangely, my gratitude for the storm.  I'm forever amazed and grateful that I find Him there.

I was anxious to use the brand new Scribble Flower set!  The coordinating dies sure made this little 3 x 3 canvas a piece of cake!  After applying each flower (stamped on tissue) with a clear glaze, I was sure to let the piece dry completely.  I used acrylic paints to add color to each one.  When that was all dry, I went over some of the black with a marker to make it POP! again.

The focal sentiment is such a great image and wonderful reminder, Calms His Child.  I love these bigger sentiments for wall art and other home decor items!

If your storm is currently raging, be sure you are not alone!  Pray for calm--He will meet you there!

TTFN, Jane