Fall in Love with Mixed Media Layers

 

Hello, friends! It’s Ericka from Strangely Creative, and today I’m excited to share a fall-themed mixed media card with you. One of my favorite ways to start any mixed media card is by creating a textured, layered background, and for this project, I used my trusty gel press.

To capture those rich fall colors, I selected PaperArtsy Fresco Paints in Tango, Sunshine, and Persimmon. After pulling a vibrant print from the gel press, I wanted to add more dimension, so I reached for the PaperArtsy Sara Naumann 36 set and stamped it in Versafine Clair Pine Cone Ink to enhance that autumn feel.

No mixed media card is complete without a bit of texture! I applied texture paste through the PaperArtsy PS 248 stencil and sprinkled WOW! Embossing Powder in Twiggy on top while it was still wet. Once the paste dried, I used a heat tool to melt the powder, creating a stunning, textured, metallic layer.

 For the main focal image, I chose a beautiful design from the PaperArtsy Sara Naumann 41 set and heat embossed it using WOW! Embossing in Decadent Ruby. The ruby tones added a lovely pop of color that really makes the image stand out against the warm background.

To tie everything together, I added a sentiment from the Sara Naumann 36 set on vellum, softening the look while keeping the focus on the texture and colors underneath.

Thank you so much for stopping by! I hope this card inspires you to dive into your own mixed media stash and create something beautiful for fall. Have a wonderful weekend!

Until next time, Ericka

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