What’s the best transparent tissue paper for collage? In this week’s Tune in Tuesday, I’m taking you into my studio as I test 12 different transparent papers (plus one surprise 13th at the end!) to see which ones work best for mixed media collage. From Uline gift tissue (this one I use often!) to unexpected finds like medical exam paper and teabag filter paper, I put each one through the same test, using molding paste and acrylic paint over stencils, to see how they perform on both light and dar
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This paper may look calming…but getting here was anything but! What you’re seeing is Suminagashi, a traditional Japanese marbling technique where ink floats on water and is gently guided into soft, swirling patterns before being transferred to paper. It’s slow, meditative, and completely unpredictable in the best way. And yes…it took many messy bowls of water and a lot of trial and error to figure out what actually works. From the right inks and paper, to how much movement the water can handle b
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The secret to a great collage isn’t just the papers…it’s the glue! When you’re layering vintage journal pages, torn cardboard, painted cutouts, and delicate scraps, adhesion can make or break the whole piece. Bubbles, wrinkles, and lifting edges are usually what stop people from loving their collages. In my full YouTube tutorial, I’ll break down exactly which glues I use, how I apply them, and the simple techniques I rely on to keep everything smooth, flat, and secure - even on textured paper an
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What if I told you one of the prettiest collage paper techniques starts with a can of shaving cream? Seriously! Grab a baking pan, a shower squeegee, and a few drops of acrylic paint. Swirl the color into the foam, press your paper on top, and then squeegee it clean to reveal a marbled, one-of-a-kind design. It looks intricate, but it’s actually one of the easiest, most satisfying ways to make your own collage papers. Every single pull is a surprise - and that’s what makes it magic. Want to see
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A simple crayon and some acrylic paint can really make collage paper magic! This is the first paper in my December Countdown to Collage Breakthrough, and we’re kicking things off with the dreamy textures of crayon resist. All month long, I’m sharing six brand-new collage papers to help you build a gorgeous, harmonious collection you’ll use inside Collage Breakthrough - my FREE New Year’s workshop where we’ll make four collage projects together using foundational composition skills that level up
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Every paper in this collage started with something simple, like a comb, a bottle cap, some glue, or anything else you could find around your house. With just a bit of acrylic paint and a curious mindset, everyday household objects became bold, textured collage papers layered with energy and rhythm. That’s the part I love most, how the ordinary transforms into something expressive, unexpected, and completely your own. When you take the time to create your own materials, the final collage becomes
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Not every collage paper needs to scream to be seen...sometimes, the quietest pieces are what bring a composition to life. In this week’s Tune in Tuesday demo, I’m sharing six ways to create subtle, textured collage papers that play beautifully with bolder designs. These are the understated workhorses I turn to again and again, especially when a piece starts feeling too chaotic. They can really help bring harmony to your piece. From water-resist techniques to unexpected texture tools (hello, crum
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Using an old bagel to create collage papers 🥯 This bread-printing techni…
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Ever wonder where I get all the papers for my collages? I actually …
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Get ready to fall in love with one of my favorite collage papers: straw-…
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