{diy project: watercolor words}

Watercolor Words Tutorial

This morning I have a little tutorial on how to make this watercolor words print:

I can't take credit for this project. I was browsing Pinterest & came across the project. It linked me back to this blog. All credit goes to Katy!

Here's what you need:

The hardest part of this project is deciding what to write! Dylan requested "hello darling" & "let's run away" so I was very happy to not have to make the decision :)

First, you use a tiny paintbrush & write whatever you want with the masking fluid. It's easier to use tinted masking fluid so you can see what you wrote. {I'll also add that it doesn't need to be perfect. It'll still look great in the end!}

After letting that dry, paint over the words with the watercolor. Go back & forth with your strokes. {If you're feeling particularly crafty, I suggest painting it ombré, as opposed to just one shade.}

Once the watercolor is completely dry, peel off the masking fluid. You can gently rub it with your fingertips to get it off or use tweezers.

Voilà! So easy, & yet it makes such a beautiful product.

I copied Katy on the one below & made a print for my cousin Violet.

Happy Monday!

{why I watermark my photos & how you can too}

Why do I watermark my photos?

I watermark my photos because I don't want people to steal them. Simple as that.

Now...I'm fully aware that people can still steal them, because it's incredibly easy, but it's just another way to mark them & say I own them.

The photos...not the people. ;)

I made my watermark in Photoshop, but since not everyone has Photoshop, I made a tutorial on how to make one using Pixlr. It's a GREAT online editing program; I highly recommend using it.

So without further ado, here's how to make a watermark.{& if you can't watch the video, click "read more" to see a photo version.}

{ps. sorry about all the tongue-tied-ness. once I hit "record" I got all nervous :) }

Click the full screen button to make it easier to read.