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3.15.2021

Font Recommendation

 I just bought this fantastic bundle on CreativeMarket, I'd had my eye on it for a while and had to snatch it up while it is on sale.  It features "Berson Dream" which is the font that Zindee uses for several designs.  I'd like to be able to match the style, so have had that on my wishlist forever.  It's available by itself for about $13 everywhere.  So, this bundle for only $19 is a great deal.  Just thought I'd share.  Hopefully you can snag it before the sale ends.  Or add to your faves to save for later.

Designers Font Bundle by BlackCatsMedia

(affiliate link)




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12.08.2019

Mark Montano: Cardboard Gingerbread House Ornaments




I recently came across this great blog by Mark Montano to make our ornaments this year.  I had been looking for ideas, and this was perfect.



Mark Montano: Cardboard Gingerbread House Ornaments: Two weeks before Thanksgiving I decided to give up sugar so that during the holidays I could splurge a few times without guilt.  It's b...


I adapted this to be a cut file so I could make several at once and on chipboard for the boys to paint with me.  Assembly was pretty easy.  Just a bit of hot glue.  Other materials we used: craft paint, tacky/craftbond glue, ribbon, and I attempted to make a dimensional 'paint' with DAS air-dry clay, but used too much water.



I've uploaded it to Gumroad to download for free or pay-what-you-want.  The cut file is either an SVG or 2 JPGs to cut in the program of your choice.






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11.19.2019

The Gemini Gypsy Parlor - Murder of Crows Tarot Wrap


So excited to find one of my Spoonflower fabric patterns in use.  This design has been purchased a number of times by the Etsy Distribution of Spoonflower, so I was curious to see what was being made.  I found a review by The Gemini Gypsy Parlor by Char and found these amazing wraps and zipper bags in her store.  So pleased to see my artwork used in such a beautiful way.  Her shop is full of gorgeous prints, and she said she will be restocking my design.

Follow her on Etsy and Instagram, and please, let her know if you would like to buy a zipper makeup pouch or a tarot deck wrap in my design!

6.11.2019

"Skull Terrarium" SVG by Gillian Ivy

SVG design for the Zindee keychain blank "Diamond Stone" (affiliate link).  This is a free download, but you can pay-what-you-want to support my art and designs.  I do plan to make more such freebies in the future.

This was created as a collaborative idea with Sarah Nelson on the Zindee Facebook group.  I am open to suggestions and requests.  All such suggestions may be shared or sold here or in my Etsy store.  Exclusive designs are by commission only and subject to my standard designing fees.  I do design custom acrylic shapes as well.  Send inquiry by private message on Facebook to Gillian Ivy.

I would love to see what you create with my designs.  Please tag me @gillianivyart (Twitter/Instagram) with your creations.

Skull Terrarium SVG






Transparent Glitter, Chrome, Frosted Glass, and matte vinyl.


2.27.2019

Faebruary Love and Silhouette Font Creator (Business Edition Update 4.2)

My loves!

#Faebruary Loves

Hooray, got a review of my first planner sticker set! ★★★★★ Woohoo! That's very encouraging, I'm new to this and don't have the whole planner thing all down yet.  But I think I have a unique style to offer to the planner community and hope they love what I have.  I'm going for a niche section of the planner community.  The gothic planner!  There are a few other dedicated goth planner designers out there, but the community could use one more.  My style is more arty goth than true goth.  As I will go with whatever shall inspire me.

This set was inspired by a February birthday gift for Vanessa.  The pink and peach with grey is from painted papers I designed to decorate her gift box.  She makes such lovely gift boxes, I had to return the favor.  And #Faebruary I wanted to hop on the artist challenge with a few of my faeries.  Not certain what the March tag will be, but they are always fun to follow.  There are usually a few different art challenges going on every month.  I try to always participate in the #Inktober ones, and once started my own #junecalligraphy challenge on deviantART with a few friends.
"Faebruary Freak" Sticker Kit - on Sale March 1st!
 February is ending so this monthly kit shall be going on sale.  It is undated, so will still be good for next year.  When the listing expires, I may relist again in January.

March Releases

Coming soon - "Late Winter's Lament" 
No release date as of yet on my next kit.  I'm almost finished designing, but admittedly, got sidetracked.  First, I wanted to make new art for the deco stickers, so made a set of watercolor ATCs.  Now, deciding what to do with the originals.  I am thinking I will include as March freebies for all shipped purchases.  There are only 8, so limited available.  After they are gone, I may make prints available in my Etsy store.


ATC Stickers and originals - "Spiders in My Hair"

Love is in the Air - Pt. 3

Speaking of prints.  iprintfromhome.com is doing their annual "Love is in the Air" promotion.  I didn't enter the art contest this time.  But they have s promotion for their loyal customers with a referral program called "Thank You Dollars".  Via their new customer promotion, all new accounts get $10 credit, and for everyone I refer, I get $12 "Thank You Dollars" in my account.  "Thank You Dollars" go towards restocking my print inventory.  I am very small business and cannot afford to stock my 'shelves' without this.

Please consider using this company for your fine art prints as well as excellent everyday photo printing.  They have great customer service and excellent quality with fair prices.  It is a family owned business that cares about their customers, especially artists and photographers and supports their work.



Silhouette Font Creator


I fixed the hideous "H"

And here is how else I got sidetracked. Silhouette Studio Business Edition had an update which included Silhouette Font Creator!  I had to try it out.  So, you might be seeing some fancy font action from me!  A chance to practice my calligraphy.  May make it easier for me to design a monogram font as well.

1.27.2019

7 Days - 7 Triangles

I taught myself a new thing!  Thanks to YouTube tutorials anyways.  One, in particular, was rather helpful with clear instructions.


My seed beads are more rounded and I couldn't fit them on my jump rings.  I plan to use these as single piece charms for my key chains.  I've had these beads for several years now.  It is about time that I used them!  I love the color and oil slick tones of the bead mixes I got, "Top Hat", "Vineyard", and "Honey Butter" Czech Seed Beads 11/0.



I had a lot of fun making these and learning a new skill.  Expect to see these soon in my Etsy shop Gillianivyart