Mixed Media Mini Book From One Gel Print

 

Hello crafty friends! Ericka from Strangely Creative here, and today I’m sharing a fun little experiment that turned into one of my favorite projects lately: a mixed media mini book made from one single gel print.

I went into this project curious. Could one gel press print really become a mini book? Spoiler alert: absolutely yes.

Starting With the Gel Print

I began with a gel press print that I created purely as an experiment. Once the print was dry, I added layers using the PaperArtsy Kate Crane 427 and 453 stencils, applying paint along with black embossing paste for texture and contrast. That embossing paste adds instant drama and gives the surface just enough grit to keep things interesting.

After everything dried, the real fun started.

Folding and Cutting the Page

Instead of trimming the page down right away, I folded the print several different ways to see how the patterns landed. Once I liked the flow, I cut into a few sections and suddenly had this playful little one-page book taking shape.

 

If you’ve got a stack of gel prints sitting around, this is a fantastic way to use them. One page. No pressure. Lots of payoff. There are so many variations on one-page books, and I already know I’ll be making more.

 

Adding the Details

With the structure finished, I moved on to the embellishing stage. I stamped and watercolored images from PaperArtsy Tracy Scott 58 and 105, then added them throughout the book for focal points and movement. To finish it off, I layered in elements from AALL & Create Motivation Station, which tied everything together beautifully.

 

Each page feels connected, but still has its own little moment.

Want to See the Full Flip-Through?

This project really comes to life when you can see it in motion. Be sure to check out the Instagram video where I share the full mini book from start to finish.

 

Thanks so much for stopping by today. I hope this inspires you to pull out a gel print and try turning it into something unexpected.

Have a wonderful weekend and happy creating.

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