Challenge Reminder: Mixed Media
by Jennifer Harte
Hello Friends! This is a friendly reminder for you to join the Poppystamps monthly challenge. The theme for April is “Mixed Media.” This is a fun opportunity to experiment with different products and techniques. I hope you’ll have some fun and join the challenge.
For my background, I added shades of purple acrylic paints on my Gelli Plate and made several prints. I even pressed in some netting to create extra texture. Once everything dried, I spattered my print with Distress Spritz. I wanted a larger droplets, so watered it down slightly before spattering with a paint brush.
I cut the finished print using the largest Scalloped Pinpoint Frame die. I also cut another frame using gold cardstock from my stash to create a gold border. I ended up using the scalloped border with my gel print inside my card. You’ll see that photo later.
Next, I die cut the Poppystamps Nordic Belle Butterfly three times. I used my gel print, purple Glitzy Glitter paper from Memory Box (GP1007) and some gold foil cardstock. I tried different combinations, but ended up liking a mixture of the three papers. I think the butterfly really pops with the different layers.
I also used nested circle dies from my stash to cut a circle using a page from an old butterfly guidebook and cut a slightly larger circle for the border. I adhered the layers with foam tape to add dimension.
To complete the card, I added purple ribbon from my stash. I also created a purple glitter butterfly with some of the leftover pieces and used it inside my card. My friends often mention they love how I embellish the inside of my cards and even the envelopes. I’ve always thought the extra details add a special, personal touch.
You can read more about the monthly challenge and see beautiful inspiration from the design team by clicking the “New Challenge” tab at the top of this blog. To be eligible to win, make sure to use at least one Poppystamps product. When you’re ready to share your card, scroll to the bottom of the challenge page and add your card.
I hope my card inspires you to join the April “Mixed Media” challenge! There’s still time to have fun and share your project. We’d love to see what you make! Once you enter, you are automatically eligible to win a $20 Poppystamps gift card.
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