8/100

 I rode the train into Chicago, this past week, to handle my Visa for my upcoming trip to China. My ticket was purchased on board - the old fashioned way. The sound of the punch on my ticket was a wonderful memory. How perfect to find an old photo of a train and then create a mini stencil using a hole punch. 

7/100

 Printed with a fork on a photo of a dining room table set for a holiday feast. 

6/100

 As I sit here, rain is pouring. Why didn't I take the trash to the road last night?!

 Actually I know why. I was so tired from a quick day trip to Chicago to pick up my passport/visa from the Chinese consulate.  I left home at 5:30, drove to Elburn (1.5 hours in horrible fog), and boarded the train for an hour and a half ride to downtown. Next, a 30 minute walk to my destination.  After waiting my turn, I did it all in reverse. Positive thing - it is done. 

On to 6/100

A quick note about this petite gelli - it was brand new when I borrowed it from Beth. Now look at it! 

I ❤️ this line of paints. 

After adding a little bit of washi and some ink to tone it down, I am done for now. The cats are crying for breakfast and the wash is ready for the dryer. Plus, my finger tips are pink. Fun day ahead!

4 & 5/100

 Doily on the gelli plate. Ready for another layer...

Stamping directly on the photo. Nice clear circles

Circles printed on the gelli. I used too much paint! The "ghost" print on the paper was made after the photo print. 

Ice dye

 Method was a bit different than in the past. The fabric had been soda soaked and dried to use for a thickened dye project. I think using it for ice dye created crisper marks and brilliant color. I will try this again!

3/100 / page 2

 Gesso test - 

No gesso

Gesso before printing with the Lego sheet

The gesso sure makes a difference! Although - the one on the left is still an interesting print!

3/100

 

I had to do at least one print with Legos! My son is 35, and yet I still find Lego pieces in the craziest places. This one was a 4 x 6 inch sheet to build on. Not a great print - it certainly needs another layer. Not today. I wonder if I put a coat of clear gesso on the photo first if it would print better. Part of this whole process is to learn along with having fun while developing a habit. Gesso ahead...