Do you struggle with the messiness of mixed media scrapbooking? I get antsy just thinking about the time it take for all the layers to dry. Today, I am going to share some simple ways that you can achieve the look of mixed media without the mess and still have a page that looks like it took hours to make.
If you find all these layers overwhelming, don’t worry! It’s just a blend of cut files, inks, stamps, and stickers from Hip Kit Club. In the video below, I share some of my faux mixed media tips and guide you through cutting a large shape from a full-size piece of cardstock with the Cricut.
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Before delving into the tutorial below, let me reveal how I achieved this stunning mixed media appearance without the mess. Mixed media has always posed a challenge for me. Not only do I struggle with the dry time, but I am still learning how to layer various mediums. For this project, I opted to use a single medium.
Stamping ink is one of the more versatile mediums in my collection. To create this background, I mixed the ink with water and applied it randomly on mixed media cardstock. The soft pastel blend came out beautifully, and it dried quickly with the help of my heat tool.
Professional watercolor backgrounds typically feature large pools of vibrant colors, but I often find myself struggling to create them neatly. With the help of Splatter Pattern Hip Kit stamps, the process became effortless. All I needed to do was stamp the splatter images onto similar-colored areas using water-reactive ink.
The Hip Kit collection also includes two sheets of clear watercolor stickers. These added instant charm and dimension to my design. The vivid colors contrasted beautifully with the softer hues and they were a perfect match to the other elements I wanted to add to the page.
The final piece was that beautiful layer of floral cuts puzzled pieced together over the watercolor design. Cut files are perfect for adding unique patterns to your pages, giving them a personalized touch.
Over the top of this amazing background, I layered a heart and finished it off with an embroidered frame. I love how it turned out, don’t you?
As always, my goal is to teach you new techniques you can try. In this video, you will discover how easy it is to create the look of mixed media with ink pads, stamps, stickers, and cut files. Scrapbooking needs to be simple, so let’s explore effortless ways to create an amazing page design using items you may already have in your collection.
By using these simple yet effective techniques to create the look of mixed, you can enjoy the creative process without the chaos. Remember, the key is to embrace the challenge and enjoy the journey of creating something unique and beautiful!
I’m so excited to see the projects that you create. Don’t forget to share your finished creations with me. You can leave me a comment below with a direct link or tag @misscarriescreations on your favorite social media site.
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