Soft Mixed Media Layered Card

A project from our live show CRAFT BATTLE - Join the fun, chaos and intense creativity as Toni and Sarah go HEAD-TO-HEAD - broadcast 7th Sept 23 · 09/07/2023 · watch it from 35:30

Create a soft and elegant mixed media card featuring delicate layers of colour and texture. This project combines gentle water techniques, ink blending in subtle purples, decorative washi tape, and layered papers to build depth without heavy embellishments. The result is a refined card with a beautiful, understated aesthetic perfect for any occasion.

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Step by step

1. Select a card base and prepare your workspace. Have water and blending tools ready on your craft mat. ▶ watch 36:00
2. Apply ink to your card base and gently blend it with water using a brush or sponge. Work the water across the inked areas to create a soft, blended effect. ▶ watch 36:30
3. Tear or cut papers from the Happy Hour pad to create soft, organic edges for layering on your card. ▶ watch 37:00
4. Layer the torn washi tape papers onto your card base, allowing some edges to overlap naturally. Position the pieces to create an interesting mixed media background. ▶ watch 37:45
5. Add washi tape as a soft accent along the edges of your card or between the layered elements. Position the tape to complement your design and create visual interest. ▶ watch 38:30
6. Stamp a sentiment or design element onto your layered background using purple ink. Position the stamp carefully to complement the existing layers and washi tape design. ▶ watch 39:00
7. Add final touches to your card by blending additional ink in purple tones over the stamped text and background. Use a blending tool to soften and layer the colours for a cohesive mixed media effect. ▶ watch 40:00

Tips from the show

• Work gently and allow layers to dry slightly between applications for a soft effect
• Torn edges create a more organic, mixed media appearance than cut edges

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• Go Wild with Colour Rainbow Stamped Card
• Paper and Stamp Combo Quick Card
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