Moody Mixed Media Card with PaperArtsy Frescos

 

Happy Friday crafty friends! ✨
Ericka from Strangely Creative here, and today I’m sharing a moody mixed media card that has all the grungy-good vibes perfect for heading into the weekend.

 

Playing with Paints

I couldn’t resist diving into the brand-new PaperArtsy Fresco Acrylics in Admiral, Zinc, and Pumice. These shades together instantly gave me that moody, stormy feel I love.

To build my background, I used my brayer but instead of rolling straight, I moved in a swirl motion. This added unexpected streaks and circular textures across my plate. When I pulled the print, I fell in love with the depth and drama the paint created. 

 

Layering Stamps & Details

For stamping, I reached for one of my all-time favorite nature sets: Alison Bomber 41 – Pressed Umbels by PaperArtsy. I paired it with my trusty Ink & the Dog Mini Script stamp for those subtle background details.

To keep the moody look flowing, I stamped using Versafine Clair inks in Pine Cone and Twilight—the warm brown and deep blue play so beautifully against the Fresco paints.

Finishing Touches

No card of mine is complete without a little extra texture, so I wrapped some natural twine around the base for a rustic feel. To finish it off, I added a strong, simple sentiment from IndigoBlu, letting the background and stamping shine.

 

Final Thoughts

I love how this project turned out—moody, textured, and full of little details that make you want to look closer. Perfect for sending a thoughtful note or simply enjoying as art.

Thanks so much for stopping by today! 💕 I hope you have a wonderful Labor Day weekend filled with creativity and rest.

👉 Don’t forget—you can shop the holiday weekend sale here.

Until next time, happy crafting!
—Ericka

 

 

Topflight Stupplies 

IndigoBlu - Journaling Quotes 1 Shop at: TP	PaperArtsy - Alison Bomber 41 Pressed Umbels Shop at: TP	PaperArtsy - Ink and the Dog Mini 124 Shop at: TP	WOW! Embossing - Clear Shop at: TP	Tsukineko - VersaFine Clair - Pine Cone Shop at: TP
Tsukineko - Versafine Clair - Twilight Shop at: TP	PaperArtsy - Fresco Paint Seth Apter Pumice Shop at: TP	PaperArtsy - Fresco Paint Seth ApterAdmiral Shop at: TP	PaperArtys - Fresco Paint Tracy Scott Coastal Shop at: TP
Gel Press - Reusable Gel Printing Plate Shop at: TP	Speedball - 2" Brayer Shop at: TP