Mixed Media Bag Journal Book Giveaway: Winner

WINNER: Debbie S.

Bag journal Book wrapping up and Sending out!

Read more and see some other images here in the original post.

Mix Media Background-Pushing them Back

Color can be wonderful as well as bold at times. I like to 'push it back' as I call it. keep it from competing with the focal of my mixed media pieces. Each time i do this it is a bit scary as I cover the entire piece with paint.Then begins the process of 'pushing it back.'

Step 1- Cover with acrylic. I like a white or cream color.

Step 2- work it around, covering the sides as well.

Step 3-After letting it dry a bit, I wipe off lightly with a damp 

paper towel or baby wipe. In some areas a tad (a little ) more

to let the bold color pop. (I just can't help myself).

After as I added other elements.

Before I started.

Snowman Ornament in Mixed Media

Snowman ornaments and /or giftcard holder was a success. My students followed along as we went through the painting steps. With some confidence after the first they ventured to create some on their own with the the techniques they learned.

  

We came up with even more great ideas for filling them. Pretzel Rods,candy canes,mittens,money,hot choclate/marshmellow  and always chocolate!