Mixed media projects don't have to be big or a huge undertaking to make an impact.  

Sometimes all you need is a small project with a few pretty elements to make a statement. For this particular mixed media project, I used the Tim Holtz vignette box measuring 3.25 x 4.75" and applied a thin layer of white gesso over so that my sprays over the top would appear pastel.

Once the white gesso was dry, I applied some crackle paste in a few spots. Then once that was dry, I covered the box in salvaged patina Distress Oxide Spray. I misted it to get the oxidization happening then dried it with my heat tool. Then I sprayed on salvaged patina and speckled egg Distress Spray Stain  to layer the colors, misting with water to get them to mix and run nicely. 

I left my box to dry overnight. The next day I applied some crocheted lace to the box using Distress Collage Medium. I then layered on a couple of Reneabouquets flowers and a Prima flower using heavy body gel. 

Next I dabbed embossing ink onto so cut pieces of Reneabouquets chipboard and then covered them with Distress Glaze in weathered wood. I love the speckled appearance it has--it's almost like crackled glass. I tucked these bits of chipboard in, gliding it down with collage medium.

Before putting the butterfly and pearls on, I wanted to add some splatters of shimmer. I piped a bit of Pops of Color in sea foam into a palette then watered it down with a couple of drops of water. I mixed it together then splattered it onto my project. 

For the finishing touches, I added a Reneabouquets butterfly with a piece of foam adhesive to pop it up a bit more. I backed the foam with a sticky square to make sure it would really adhere. I also added some beautiful beads using Glossy Accents for just a little more shimmer and shine. 

I hope you enjoyed this simple and easy mixed media tutorial! Until next time, happy crafting!

Adrienne

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