Thursday, April 05, 2018

Graphic 45 2018 Brand Ambassador Audition

Some of you may recall that a few years ago I was on the Graphic 45 design team. It was a lot of fun, I learned so much, and (best of all) I made such nice friends.

So, when I saw that Graphic 45 had announced a Brand Ambassador Call... well I couldn't help myself.


I've made an extra special project with a new video tutorial just for the occasion.

Paper Fairy Frock with Tutorial - Nichola Battilana

Paper fairy frocks! It's the sort of project that ticks all my boxes... moderately simple, uses few supplies, and easily customizable. As a bonus, there's a bit of recycling in there too!

Paper Fairy Frock with Tutorial - Nichola Battilana


I've used Graphic 45's Baby 2 Bride Classic Collection "Birdy Baby Blues" with a smidge of Botantical Tea for this frock. But don't let that limit your imagination! You can make these to suit just about any taste or theme.

Graphic 45 Paper Fairy Frocks with Tutorial - Nichola Battilana

Seriously, how cute would these be for a shower? Or a ladies lunch? Or sweet 16?!


Something chic for the fashionista with Couture.

Graphic 45 Paper Fairy Frocks with Tutorial - Nichola Battilana

Or perhaps something playfully psychobilly with Rare Oddities

Graphic 45 Paper Fairy Frocks with Tutorial - Nichola Battilana

I think they are all sweet as can be.

Are the possibilities swimming in your head? Are you ready to create your own? 
Download the template below. CLICK HERE if you're having trouble

Paper Fairy Frocks with Tutorial - Nichola Battilana



Here are all the supplies you'll need:

Scrapbook paper
(Graphic 45's Baby 2 Bride Classic Collection - Birdy Baby Blues is used in the video sample)
Pleated Ribbon
Empty container for base
Florist Oasis/Foam
Moss
1/4" wood doweling
Fairy Wings
Buttons, faux flowers and leaves, ribbon, embellishments
Adhesive

And... AND... my second audition project: a mini mini album!

Graphic 45 Rare Oddities Mini Mini Album - Nichola Battilana

And I do mean mini! Just 1.25" x 2" made with Graphic 45's Rare Oddities. 

Graphic 45 Rare Oddities Mini Mini Album - Nichola Battilana

Now, I will be the first to admit that mini albums are not one of my skill strengths, BUT I think that my sense of crafting adventure IS my absolute biggest strength.

Graphic 45 Rare Oddities Mini Mini Album - Nichola Battilana

I love crafting. It's fun. It brings me joy. That joy comes from exploring, playing, experimenting and fearlessly making mistakes. Loads and loads of mistakes.

Graphic 45 Rare Oddities Mini Mini Album - Nichola Battilana

I glue my fingers together regularly. I mismeasure and cut where I shouldn't. And that's ok! Everyone does it. Every one of us starts somewhere.

Graphic 45 Rare Oddities Mini Mini Album - Nichola Battilana

While this finished the project may look spiffy, the two prototypes I made before were a mess!

Graphic 45 Rare Oddities Mini Mini Album - Nichola Battilana

And those two messes? They are soooo important because, cross my heart, the trying, the doing, the mistakes and messes, they are the most valuable creative tools you have. Never ever be afraid of mistakes (unless you're a beginner knife thrower).

Good luck to everyone auditioning for Graphic 45 Brand Ambassador. I've seen a load of other audition posts and there are some fiercely talented folks auditioning. If you're on the fence about applying... GO FOR IT! DO IT NOW!!! You have until the April 8th, 2018 to apply.