Jan 31 Bouquet. 6 x 6 in. watercolor and crackle on Arches 140 lb. cold pressed paper. © 2016 Sheila Delgado
I added a layer of crackle paint just on the foreground. The minute I did I realized “DUH” it is going to ruin the watercolor. Crackle is really meant for acrylic paint. But I was careful. I brushed each area only once. And in one direction, not back and forth. I still did not get it on thick enough in most places. Maybe that is because it is over watercolor instead of acrylics.
You can see that in one section I did get a nice amount of cracking. There is also cracking on the right hand corner, it is just not visible because I used the same color of paint on top and bottom. Hmmm… for next time. Two tone bottom, two-tone over the crackle. Interesting.
I really like how old the table looks now.
Detail
UPPERCASE SUBMISSION
I forgot to mention, I decided on the bookmark below. Mostly because I was a dork and forgot to add the bleed when I cut the paper. When I tried to re-size the most popular bookmark, too much was lost. So I lucked out that the one I cut too big, turned out great. I will keep you posted on that.
Day 28. 2.5 x 6 in. watercolor on Arches 140 lb. cold pressed paper. © 2016 Sheila Delgado
I love that bookmark! And the crackled table is so great. Great effect…and your case…and flowers… I love your style, my friend!
Thank you kindly Kat my friend
Sorry, I thought I posted on here, I saw the crackle, this is a great painting, I love the texture, it adds a new look
great job Sheila (as always) 
Thanks Cindy
Really love the piece that you are working on – she is coming to life before our eyes!
I love the splashes of pink that are in the flower..it really pulls in the all the warm, vibrant color from the top. Your bookmark would be a great addition to UPPERCASE.
First time I have seen crackle on a watercolor..you discovered something. Think where that could lead…neat looking effect.
Thank you Corinna, you made me laugh. “Discovered” haha but I am so glad you think so my friend
the crackle effect is great! good luck with the bookmark
Glad you like it Val, thank you
Sheila, the effect of your crackle takes me right to many a table with just such a(n unintended) finish. Fun! Best wishes with your UPPERCASE submission.
Thank you Dotty
Happy card making to you 
The crackle looks great. And I love the shape of your vase and how the flowers are sitting in it. You have your own unique style and I love it, Sheila! LOVE that particular bookmark, too!
Thanks Laurie Hope you are enjoying a nice break