I can hear my paper dolls that have been living in a quart size baggie for several years, “let us out and use us”. Thanks for the inspiration. Safe travels.

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Lol…….let those dolls out and let them find new homes on your ephemera.

@terryfrank3107

Жыл бұрын

Robin: Love your comment! I think like that too - maybe I’m not crazy!😅

@robinsutton4952

Жыл бұрын

@@terryfrank3107 we’re all crazy on this crafting bus. I retired a year ago and had such grandiose plans. Use what I have, step out of my comfort zone, craft everyday. My husband sez I have enough stuff still in packaging to open my own store. Isn’t life good?

@terryfrank3107

Жыл бұрын

@robinsutton4952. Amen! Ditto! But “ain’t it fun?” It keeps us going and we could be into a lot worse lol!

@juliejohnson497

Ай бұрын

(Your paper dolls) ... I think we think alike because mine get on my conscience!!!

Thank you!!! I could not figure out how to make these inanimate people come more to life. Very well explained!

@CeriGriffiths

Жыл бұрын

Great news thank you

I am so grateful for this video! I never knew what to do with people except for them to float ☺️ You have such great ideas. Thank you Thank you 😘

@CeriGriffiths

Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome Patricia

2 minutes in and I know this will be SO helpful! Thank you so very much. I bought some just this week and I wasn’t sure how to make a tag so neatly.❤ from Brisbane. 🇦🇺

Your video popped up on my KZread suggestions today. I've been doing this type of paper art crafting for a lot of years, but I still learned some things. Thanks for sharing.

@CeriGriffiths

2 ай бұрын

You are so welcome

Thank you so much!!! I’ve had those paper dolls for several years but never used them because I didn’t know how to make them look right. I’m excited to try the techniques you’ve shown! Have a fun and safe trip to Chicago. Thanks again.🤗

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Fabulous news.

now my "floors" will have a bit of variety! Thank you, Ceri!

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Fun

Thank you for showing us this. I normally don’t like paper dolls because most people just stick them down on the tag and they look weird. This has been very helpful.

@CeriGriffiths

Жыл бұрын

Great news Vicky

Thank you I have had paper dolls for awhile and this gives me the confidence to use them. I appreciate your desire to share you creative knowledge with us. Greeting from Northeastern Missouri.

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

I love to see all different ideas on how to use my beautiful people, but I’m not going to deny I couldn’t think out of the box on this one 🤨 and it seems like you the only one sharing your idea that I love ! And to star with I did the lady on the swing!😍

@CeriGriffiths

Жыл бұрын

Fabulous I’m please you found them useful.

Thank you very much for telling us WHY you chose the grounding techniques. I learned a lot from you. Thanks!

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

That’s great news.

I'm so glad to have come across this video of yours. I'm currently trying out the paper dolls for a thank you card. You have great ideas in here. Thank you for this tutorial.

Thank goodness for this video. I have Tim Holtz paper dolls, and I’ve had no idea on how to use them in an artistic way. Thank you!

@CeriGriffiths

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful Alison

Loved this, and before this video I didn't know what paper dolls were. So thank you for this video.

You are a genius...I started watching your videos about a month ago and it's like you answer all my questions and give solutions to all my problems 😊 Please keep sharing, you are so clear, neat and creative, I truly enjoy watching you work. Thank you so much for all your contibutions to us rookies. Regards from Virginia, US ❤

@CeriGriffiths

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Alicia and I’m so please you find them useful.

You are an excellent teacher! Who knew about paper doll guidelines for making them look very authentic on tags. Thanks! 👩‍🦰👱🏻‍♀️🧔🏻👵🏾🧑🏻‍🦰 ❤️

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Katie they’re just the way I find they work best for me and I’m happy to share.

I’ve always been too nervous to use paper dolls as I could never get them “right”. Thank you, you’ve shown me how to use them properly and make them look wonderful

@CeriGriffiths

Жыл бұрын

Fabulous news Alison.

Thank you, Ceri, for your great tips! I have a little tip to share that I learned many years ago in an art teacher workshop: When spreading glue or paste with your finger, wipe the excess glue onto the back of your other hand, where it will be out of the way while you work. Then, when you are finished working, just wash the glue off your hand. Easy!

@CeriGriffiths

Жыл бұрын

Wow what a great tip thank you.

@juliejohnson497

Ай бұрын

Wiping glue on the back of your hand. Excellent! My tip: I have found that letting fabric ( such as lace) dry until crisp before cutting gives a perfect line.

Great tutorial. I often wondered why my dolls seemed to be floating. Thank you for these great tips. Look forward to seeing more tips.

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Great, thank you

Great tips, Ceri! The dolls certainly do look more realistic with grounding! TFS the inspiration!

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Great news.

I always ground my paper dolls and you’ve given me a few new ideas for grounding. TFS

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Great news

Great tips!!!! Nothing worse than “floating people”. Lol. The girl on the swing,. Wow. I never would have figured that out. The other dolls that need grounding are the ones that are leaning. They need something to lean on!!! Hey, have a great trip. Gonna be in the 80*’s. No rain, no storms. I’ll wave to you from here in St Joseph, Michigan. 🌞🕶 I’m so happy for you that you get to see your friends

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Sandi, yup I’ve packed sunscreen for the 4th July parade and I’ll be staying in the aircon as much as I can……I don’t do heat.

I have these dolls but didn't know how to use them so they looked right. Your ideas have given me inspiration and now my dolls can be used. Thank you for sharing!

@CeriGriffiths

Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome Joyce.

Thank you so much, Ceri. This was very helpful. I have always tried to ground my little people but this gave me even more instruction . I will be using your tips for sure.

Great tips….nothing worse than floating people. You always come up with good ideas. Have a fabulous holiday & safe travels 😀

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Michelle

Great techniques to make the dolls look more natural. Thank you very much for your tips.

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome Sue

Thank you. Some of the paper dolls are really tricky. This is very helpful. Have a fabulous trip to Chicago.

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you I’ll try.

Thank you for sharing this. I have never used paper dolls due to not knowing what to do with them. Have a nice break away

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I hope this has helped.

Thank you for being my saviour of the day.

@CeriGriffiths

Жыл бұрын

So happy to have helped, thank you

Helpfull. What I like very much, is your way to tell a story. Like: the bussines man in the cloth industrie. You are realy pleasent to listen to. Much love !

@CeriGriffiths

Жыл бұрын

I appreciate that thank you

Thank you Ceri for this tutorial . I'm of up to my craft room after your video to go and play. Enjoy your trip to America.

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Have fun.

Gayle, talked about grounding the paper dolls, so had to come watch your video, love it !!! Plus the girl on the swing was awesome...

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Thank glorious, love Gayle.

Very helpful hints! Your stripe stamp ended up looking like steps I thought, which was perfect!

@CeriGriffiths

Жыл бұрын

Thank you and yes they did look like steps.

I have put off buying paper dolls because I never knew how to use them. I will be purchasing them now. Thank you so much

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Great news, thank you Karen

I’m not a beginner but I enjoyed this video and it was helpful. Have a safe, fun trip to Chicago!

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Martha

Thank you for these tips! I have those paper dolls but didn't know how to "ground them" - I actually like the sunshine!

@CeriGriffiths

Жыл бұрын

Thank you

Nods and smiles affectionately at you!!! Ceri!!!! Thank you Thank you Thank you!! Fantastic tips,Hugs GinaB😍🥰

@CeriGriffiths

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Gina.

These ideas are wonderful !!! I love working with these paper dolls.....

thank you for going thru them again at the end - it was upsetting not being able to see you create when it got dark - but these were wonderful tips - thanks again !!

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry about the light I just had no other time to do it.

I especially love the linen tip! I have several worn out antique linen pillow cases. I used them and wore them out - so sorry to the little lady who saved them for nearly a century. I have been looking for ways to incorporate the fabric in my makes. I also have some antique linen yardage. Thanks so much for this.

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

You’re so welcome

This came at the most perfect time! just purchases Tracy's peculiar peeps! Thank you so much. for these fabulous suggestions!!! 🤩

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Great news, thank you.

The second time I watched this one so I could take notes.Great topic and one I've always struggled with. I have a whole collection of grey pencils, graphite, and chalk to create "floors" and shadows, and now I'll finally be better able to use them!

@CeriGriffiths

Жыл бұрын

Wonderful news.

I buy used books at my library that has drawings of women/men wearing vintage clothing. wow! your technique really makes them pop when I'm "grounding"! thx u! it does make a difference!

@CeriGriffiths

Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome Darlene

Thank you for these wonderful ideas 💡 You combated the sun very well.

@CeriGriffiths

Жыл бұрын

So nice of you Terry. Thank you

Your methods make the paper dolls make sense instead of just looking random! Thank you for sharing. Have a good trip to Chicago and be careful while you're there.

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you and I’ll be careful.

Never tried the paper dolls but after watching your video is a lot of fun thanks for sharing 👍 😀 💓 have a lovely time in Chicago 😀

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Lara

Thank you so much!!!!! I have those paper dolls and didn't know how to use them. Your tutorials are perfect.

@CeriGriffiths

5 ай бұрын

Wonderful

OMGosh Cert❣️ Thank you so much❣️ I can now use my paper doors with confidence❣️ Yes, when I used them, their arms were on a ledge of some sort or sitting on something but with your instruction they will look so much better❣️BTW I grew up about 45 miles North of Chicago, n Waukegan. Now I live about six hours away by Des Moines, Iowa, and it’s wonderful here. 🤗 Hugs, 💕 Love, and 🦋Blessings for a safe round trip❣️🤗💕🦋

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

So pleased it helped Jennie, i used to live in Glenview so I’m very familiar with the places you mention.

@jennieadamsMM

2 жыл бұрын

@@CeriGriffiths it truly is a small world, isn’t it?💖

Awesome tags. This is the best video I've ever seen about paper dolls. Thank you so much.

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Wow, that’s high praise, thank you

This is a great video, thank you for sharing this. I have seen others talk about grounding the paper dolls, but I haven't seen an explanation like this. VERY Helpful!!!

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

1This is quite helpful. Thank you so much. I know you are excited about your trip. Safe travels! Welcome to the states

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I think I’ll only relax when I’ve safely arrived.

Fabulous information for beginners and experienced people. These examples can work for a variety of pieces. Thank you!

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

They certainly can.

So useful -thanks. I gave up using mine as they never looked right - now I know what to do with them!

@CeriGriffiths

Жыл бұрын

Hopefully this will help you use them again Sue

Ceri, I love your artist eye and attention to detail. These dolls look dramatically different than if they were just stuck on, which in my slap-dash style I might have been tempted to do. I learn so many new things from you each time I watch a video. Most especially I learn from your commitment to excellence. Thanks Ceri! Cheers.

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Nancy.

Yes thank you for these ideas for the paper dolls. I felt when I tried to use them they didn't look right. I only use the tickets for sitting down ones. I knew they weren't grounded but didn't know how to do it. With no art classes I didn't know how but knew that they didn't look correctly. .

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

So pleased i could help.

Thanks for the practical hints! Hope you have a magical time in Chicago.

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

I hope so too, thank you

Thank you so much for these great tips Ceri, have a wonderful time in Chicago!

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

I wil, thank you

Thank you, again, for your most clever and useful ideas.

@CeriGriffiths

Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome

Thank so much Ceri. I just ran acrooss this video that I needed, i been had my paper doll out for two month,, to use them, and had no idea,😊😊😊

Thank you so much for all these hints. I will not only use them for paper dolls but grounding other items I use in my journals. Have a safe and fun trip.

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Have fun Ludmila.

Thank you very much for the paper doll ideas - I have so many but did not know what to do with them.

@CeriGriffiths

Ай бұрын

You are so welcome

This is just the video I needed to watch. Now I can use the paper dolls in my stash!

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Fabulous

Super ideas! You ALWAYS have super ideas and that's one of the reasons I adore your videos!!!!!! Have a great trip!!!

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Betty

I just bought my first package of Paper Dolls. Thanks for all the good tips. I will be using them. Crafty Violet

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Fabulous news.

Thanks for the tips. Enjoy your holiday in Chicago, stay safe 😊

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Heather.

I just found your channel and am really wowed by your artistic eye and easy directions. I’ve been guilty a few times of just sticking them on and couldn’t figure out why they looked “off.” And then I quit using them. Thanks to you, I now know how to ground my paper dolls. Just subscribed, too. Now I want to go search out your other videos to see how you made those luscious, richly colored backgrounds! They are fabulous.

@CeriGriffiths

Жыл бұрын

Thank you and welcome to my channel.

Thank you Ceri. This was most helpful information on the placement of paper dolls. I would love to see how you made the card backgrounds you used for the demonstration. They are beautiful. Safe travels to The Windy City!!

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Mary, I’ve made another video on how I created that type of background tag it will launch July 10th.

I’m so glad you shared this! I’m starting a project with paper dolls and this will improve the results so very much.

@CeriGriffiths

Жыл бұрын

Wonderful

A very helpful tutorial. Thank you Ceri. Have a wonderful trip to Chicago!

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you I will, fingers crossed.

I can’t say anything more than others have said, so thank you! A brilliant analysis & tutorial! Erica❤

@CeriGriffiths

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Erica

Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge and ideas. I saved this video so I can reference it again.

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Great news, so pleased you found it helpful.

Thank you so much, I knew about grounding things already but I would’ve stuck their feet on top of the line instead of bringing them down so that the line was behind their ankles, that one tip is worth the price of admission.

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

I’m so pleased that what I filmed has helped. Thank you

Thank you for your great tips. I will be looking at my oaper dolls with a new eye.

Wow my paper dolls has been sitting in there bags now I no what to do. Thank you for the wonderful tips😊😊😊

@CeriGriffiths

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful Janice.

What a brilliant video Ceri. I'm the one who interviewed Gayle A. at her retreat. She was the one that brought me over to your channel.

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Fabulous, I love our little community.

great ideas and tips enjoy your trip

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

I’ve lots to learn. This is the first time I’ve heard glue stick called Print Stick. And I love it! That’s what imma call them from this day forward. 3:16

@CeriGriffiths

Жыл бұрын

Pritt actually is the brand name I use and it just happens that I now call all glue sticks Pritt sticks out of habit.

I haven't watched this yet but I'm so excited for this vid. Thanks Ceri

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful news.

Thanks Ceri, I love your videos but this is really useful. She was on a swing, who ever knew.

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Sally I was a surprised that verify few people knew, maybe it’s just the way we look at things sometimes.

Thanks Ceri, I found this video very helpful. 🙂

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Great news

Amazing creative and easy tips. What a difference placement makes! TFS

@CeriGriffiths

Жыл бұрын

Thank you

Thank you so much for sharing! You've inspired me to use my paper dolls and now they'll look grounded proper 💙

@CeriGriffiths

Жыл бұрын

Wonderful.

perfect samples as I've struggled with ways to ground them that didn't look so contrived.Thank you

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful

Oh dear Ceri, Thank You! It does drive me crazy 🤪 a lot of really talented creator's miss this step. It was one if the first things I learned in mixed media along with not putting separate elements hanging out alone unless it's for emphasis if you can make them touch in any way do it! A wonderful video! YES!!!! The girl on the swing!!!! 🥴 Have a safe and wonderful trip. ❤❤❤❤❤

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Fabulous, thank you

What a fun video - it’s so detailed & so much information on paper dolls - this was really needed for something different ..thanks .

@CeriGriffiths

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful Lorraine.

Thank you for this as I was never sure how to use them

I love these ideas, Ceri! Thanks for helping me step outside the box! ~Velvet

@CeriGriffiths

Жыл бұрын

Thank you

Thank you for your teaching. I have purchased Tim Holtz paper dolls, but didn’t know how to set them.

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

So pleased my video helped.

Great placement illusionary tips 🤩! Lovely art 😍! Thanks for sharing ! 😃💚🌹

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

Haven’t really used my paper dolls because of this issue… thanks for the great tips!

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Happy to help.

Love them never used the people before but certainly will now! Thank you

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Great news

Great tips…. And that last little girl… I have been avoiding her … LOL. I will use her now… Thank you for sharing.. Dee

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Lol…so many people didn’t know about that last little girl.

Thank you for your wonderful tips. I will definitely try them.

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Great news.

Hello, it was an amazing tutorial with the nice paper puppets! Thank you very much!! Many greets from Germany near Cologne 🙋🏼‍♀️😃!! Have a good journey to Chicago 😊!!

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

I have these and get stuck with using, shouldn't I always have tons of ideas for most everything, so I like to think, lol. However that is why we have so many other talented artists such as yourself to help us out. Love watching you, love your voice, very calming. Have a nice day, and thank you for your inspiration on these. I know how you feel with lighting, my craft room has natural light, but I also have florescent lighting which doesn't help me in videos, but I do the best I can 😁.

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Judy, I do have filming lights but natural light is so much better.

Thanks for the great tips Ceri! - all useful~ and really I don't mind the sunshine! 💕Hope your trip to Chi-Town is fun!

@CeriGriffiths

Жыл бұрын

I hope so too, thank you

Fabulous tips! Thank you, I needed those!

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

Brilliant, I used to stand it on top of label, didn't like it. Now I know what I was doing wrong. Thank you for the ideas

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Fabulous news.

Thank you Ceri for a very interesting tutorial. Enjoyed it very much. 😘❤️

@CeriGriffiths

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Noreen. ❤️

Thank you I had no idea! I just started junk journaling and am using some vintage type paper dolls. I have only done a couple so far and go back and ground them as you say.