Beginners Mixed Media Tutorial

Learn how to build up a mixed media card, page, layout or canvas. Let me teach you how to start with the base colours and build up to create a multi-layered, multi-medium project even if you have never tried this type of art before.
Find links to all the items I used below and I would love it if you could like and subscribe if you enjoy this video.
TEXTures Butterfly Die ➡️ tidd.ly/2Ny3cp2
TEXTures Alphabet Stencil ➡️ tidd.ly/3JOto7V
TEXTures Carte Postal Stamp Set ➡️ tidd.ly/2Ny3cp2
Dina Wakley Watercolour Paper ➡️ tidd.ly/3bDjmdj
Distress Oxides ➡️ tidd.ly/3CfFPp4
Sizzix Dimensional Paste ➡️ amzn.to/3QjkPVi
TEXT{ures} Stitch in Time Stitched Border Stamps ➡️ tidd.ly/2Ny3cp2
TEXT{ures} Stitch in Time Patchwork Panel Die ➡️ tidd.ly/2Ny3cp2
Memento Ink Pads ➡️ tidd.ly/3JFfAg2
VersaFine Grey Ink ➡️ tidd.ly/3BNDtA6
TEXT{ures} Geometrics Paper Pad ➡️ tidd.ly/2Ny3cp2
All other TEXT{ures} products ➡️ tidd.ly/2Ny3cp2
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[@lindylessard5804]

That is a gorgeous card! The person that receives it is very lucky! I’m amazed at the talented artists that have taken the time to teach us new tips & tricks for mixed media. I’m a stamper & card maker for over 20 years, and I’m still learning. A few years ago I found ATC’S and I love to use mixed media on such a small scale. Thank you so very much!

[@renmo3974]

What a gorgeous card. If I spent that much time on a card and it turned out that beautiful, I would have to keep it!

[@jenniferturner9820]

Love this tutorial. Please do some more for us beginners!

[@cassiewarne6734]

Love this card, the colours and all the mixed media go perfectly together. Loving all your tutorials

[@LibbyRal]

I've never seen a sheet of acetate/plastic used as a stamp before. What a great idea!

[@TrashyTreasyours]

Lovely work! I, too, love love love mixed media and have been experimenting a LOT lately! ❤🎨

[@cindyrobinson2199]

I've watched this video a few times now and absolutely love this card. I love this look and the colors you used are my favorite. I need to try something similar.

[@dawnlawson7720]

Love your videos. Love the back ground sounds of birds and ship horns.

[@lindadamon2453]

Thanks so much Lou. I've been getting a bit bored with card making and have started wondering about journalling and mixed media. There is an element of chance and intuitiveness to it which i think is another level of creativity. ❤

[@joanner1584]

Absolutely love this card. I’ve just recently found your channel and am currently binging as much as possible. I love your style.

[@hilarymerola11]

Thank you for this inspiration. I don’t have half of the supplies that you used, but I still learned a lot and was able to produce a very interesting page.

[@Yummicookie1979]

I have been incorporating scrapbooking and other mixed media techniques into my polymer clay jewelry. I can't believe some of the awesome things I have created. Love this tutorial. Thanks for sharing and inspiring!😊❤

[@maxinethomas9380]

Wow what a beautiful card. You are such a talented lady. Thank you for your wonderful tutorials.

[@trishadermody27]

Lou I really enjoyed watching you do the mixed media and you make it look so easy ❤️

[@tanyamccorry2132]

Absolutely stunning, truly inspirational ❤

[@yelsyels]

This has inspired me to play with backgrounds! Love this tutorial! Appreciated!

[@susanwhite1218]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@suiren_vt8819]

I’m working on my first mixed media painting, your tutorial is super helpful. I’ve probably bitten off more than I can chew but I’m looking forward to it

[@kiwipommiegirl]

I've never trie d mixed media yet but the more videos I watch the more I like it. Your card is stunning,tfs.❤

[@peaceforall2761]

I've try to do this type of art and it look like the dog dropped it in his bowl 😂 and put it back on my desk. I love your creation. I don't have your talent,but enjoy watching your video. Thank you.

[@LouCollins]

@@peaceforall2761 😂 That did make me laugh - sorry!

[@fungirl809]

😂😂😂

[@lindylessard5804]

I’m sure it wasn’t as bad as you thought. I’ve found that if I just sit with the only intention to play with ink, gel medium & a few stamps, I sometimes come up with something worthwhile. If I try to make something lovely, things don’t always go the way I wanted. My advice: Just Play!

[@lindaquick2410]

I am loving your beautiful mixed media videos. What an inspiration! You make it look easy and I thank you for that.❤

[@lynneharrison6523]

This is so outside my comfort zone but it’s a beautiful card. I’m going to have a play and see what happens

[@LouCollins]

Please do! And I would love to see the end result x

[@LibbyRal]

So how did it turn out? Were you pleased. Did it help you expand your comfort zone?

[@saracoopey1349]

Absolutely gorgeous

[@SamanthaHenneke]

Thank you for the tour of the gardens and telling us your story. I love watching all of the layers you did in your journal. Interesting that you put a layer of gesso down at the beginning. (USA) March 24, 2023

[@Shannon5909]

I am brand new to mixed media...as in 4 hours brand new, and stumbled by chance onto this video, and now I'm also a new subscriber! What an excellently done tutorial! Very easy to follow instructions and a lovely soothing voice. I'm so happy to have found your channel and can't wait to give it a whirl tomorrow! Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦

[@karenlaird2149]

I haven't done mix media but your tutorial was so inspiring I am giving it a try. Thank you so much!

[@claudinechenet9118]

Bonjour. Merci pour ce magnifique partage et le tutoriel si simple à suivre pour celles qui débutent. La carte est juste superbe. J’adore👍🏻👏🏻😊

[@marusnak1113]

This is so attractive. so instructive. Thank you.

[@lorimantovi6932]

Fantastic! I am new to mixed media, Lou, and your tutorial has given me hope of creating something I can be proud of! You are talented indeed!

[@sharonr7500]

Such an inspirational video it is a shame you don't have a retail outlet in Australia I especially love the sheet of hexagons die. Thank you for sharing your skill set

[@pamelahall282]

Hi, i liked the way you inked the black ink the opposite way, havn’t seen that done before, thank you Pamela hall

[@LouCollins]

Thank you ❤️

[@mariefairclough2831]

Very helpful as I am just starting with mixed media and not a clue where to start

[@accidentallycreative5025]

I’m going to try and give mixed media a go. Thank you

[@conniesanginesi4676]

First time watching, I’m loving your mixed media.

[@currylover0]

I haven't done any mixed media in a while. Thanks for posting and sharing to get me motivated in doing some more. Beautiful piece, could be a card or framed artwork.

[@juliecurtis9517]

This is beautiful! I've made a journal page along with you and love it! Thank you for sharing this!

[@cindyrobinson6792]

Gosh, that is beautiful. I love that style and the colors are fabulous together. I'm totally inspired.

[@clairevanantwerp5359]

So very beautiful! Thank you!

[@lorimenie3869]

Nice tutorial for beginners.

[@KatjaAdams]

Love the card and love watching the process. ❤ I'm new to your channel and a total novice when it comes to diecutting, so when you made the butterfly I thought it was magical. I couldn't find any mention of the die cutter in your notes, though. I'd love to learn what you use.

[@dinabaughman8731]

Great colors for masculine cards!

[@paulinedavis3660]

Just found your channel, love love mixed media, thankyou your project is beautiful 😊

[@nikkirosindale7854]

You always do informative videos,your cards always look beautiful, but I've got to say,this is definitely my favourite 😍

[@VickiConway-p3z]

Gorgeous card. I'm dying to put all your tips and ideas to use. Thanks for a super tutorial. 🎉

[@Gidget3922]

Beautiful card, Lou. I’ve just started dabbling in mixed media and you are such an inspiration. Thank you so much🤗

[@SpydersCorner]

Super fabulous card😊

[@maryjones3369]

Such a fantastic tutorial! Beautiful card! Thank you for inspiring me❤❤

[@PaulaDale-z5g]

Thanks for so many helpful tips.

[@bellscrafts]

Wow just love this Lou. Thank you for sharing 🥰

[@suedunn1756]

Love the colours you've used and the card design is beautiful too

[@andreahargreaves4400]

Wow stunning. Great tutorial to get me using different mediums. Love it thank you! ❤

[@sharonward5628]

A truly beautiful card Lou xxx

[@hayleydoherty9557]

Thank you excellent the way you talk through what and why you are doing things, thanks x

[@staceyrivera475]

I just found you on utube and I’m so happy. I love your style and hope to learn from you. Your art is beautiful ❤

[@handmadebyshirley3715]

Stunning mixed media piece Lou, can't wait to try something similar. Subscribed and looking forward to see your collaboration with Chris Stokes 😊

[@patriciaouellette9366]

love the card I will be trying it out.

[@glendajohanson9846]

Best demo ever! Thanks for sharing! Lovely!

[@reneethompson6410]

Beautiful! Love mixed media! Thank you!

[@sallytibbits7468]

Such a lovely card…so helpful too….haven’t done mixed media really…but keen to give it a go now 👏🏻👏🏻

[@annemarievandyk309]

Beautifull..you have the eye and the touch. I am a begiiner and this video gave me some confidence to try.

[@davidmarsh959]

stunning thanks debbie xxxx

[@heikekiss4273]

Fantastic, will need to try it.....

[@stephaniemartel]

Love watching your process!

[@melissazabower339]

So beautiful

[@hannyn5300]

So glad I came across your videos Lou, I absolutely love everything you do. I am definitely a beginner in mixed media. Never tried as yet.. going to look for another one of yours that I saw come up before..I have subscribed to your channel as well thanks again..regards Hanny 😊

[@annvanstelten9685]

Thankyou! I really enjoyed this.

[@karenatkinson4053]

Beautiful, I love the way the background turned out.

[@LouCollins]

Thank you 😊

[@coleenkelly528]

This is something I'm going to explore. Love your end result. Great tutorial.

[@jominter1089]

This is a great video for us beginners. Thanks Lou ❤

[@bethrogers5656]

What a great mixed media piece, thank you for all the terrific tips and techniques Lou!

[@annsmagghe6472]

I've never tried this technique, wasn't too sure if I liked it, however have to say that watching you build up the card, I've changed my mind completely, it's really really nice and I'm going to give this method a go. Thank You, Lou x

[@LouCollins]

I’m so pleased I could convince you 😂 If love to see what you end up making x

[@mafish7962]

Lovely card ❤

[@beckyeberts120]

Thank you! This is so helpful! Blessings to you.

[@LadyJP6969]

Excellent!!! ♥️♥️♥️it!!! Thanks for sharing.

[@lindalamb6643]

Absolutely gorgeous!!!

[@jodyshafer4953]

LOVE! Glad I found your channel ❤

[@almaheijenk]

great tutorial, thank you for teaching. lovely project

[@heatherrowell3008]

Just came across your channel. Love this card.

[@nancyglaspie6735]

Stunning!

[@ljbj4]

stunning! 😮

[@cives2008]

Gorgeous!!

[@robinroach536]

Simply Beautiful.

[@MsAmelia1957]

Just watched this, and another gorgeous cats, your so talented, I just clicked on the links to buy some bits and they are out of stuck, x

[@jacquiposener7262]

Fantastic card and tutorial Lou! Of course I know your name but have never found your channel! Love this so I’ve subscribed and will give this or something similar a go!

[@tbate77]

This was great! Thank you so much.

[@murky89l]

Absolutely gorgeous. Lovely seeing how you built the layers up. Such a good project! Thanks for sharing.

[@LouCollins]

Thank you 😊

[@Chrissieannie]

What a really helpful tutorial, beautiful project, and an inspiring presentation. I loved it

[@eughtinamccammonpanzio5465]

Beautiful ♥️🙏🏾

[@melodiewhitcraft495]

This is so beautiful.

[@BRebornArtHealing]

Absolutely gorgeous 🥰

[@alysonhovanec6314]

Beautiful

[@carriecorbin1502]

Absolutely love. Gorgeous ❤

[@christinehoward349]

I absolutely adore this and loved watching you make it

[@LouCollins]

Thank you! Its good fun getting messy! x

[@debbiemain4061]

Lou that is absolutely stunning, you made it look so easy! ... I'm tempted to try, but I know for sure it won't look anywhere near as good as this, but I suppose everyone has to start somewhere! XX

[@LouCollins]

Absolutely and I think mixed media like this is so forgiving! xx

[@CherylsCreativeWorld33]

I loved watching this, I was looking for inspiration as I’ve started doing a panel and needed inspiration, which I’ve now got, thank you 🙏

[@christoomey5877]

Love Mixed media, great video 💜🧚‍♀️😘Chris @ Dark Fairy

[@vikijerke621]

Wow simply wow!

[@jeangrice5462]

What a fantastic card, Lou. So many elements to make a lovely finished project. I have learned so much x

[@LouCollins]

I’m glad you’ve learnt something, and thank you x

[@paula-xmoonlitfaeryx]

Love this card. Really striking. Would definitely look fab as a canvas, so might do one when I get a chance. I'm also thinking of changing the butterfly for a moth or beetle for a male card x

[@LouCollins]

That would be beautiful! I haven't yet plucked up the courage to add a large beetle to my projects 😬x

[@paula-xmoonlitfaeryx]

@@LouCollins when you Do, id love to see the result 😁 I'm sure it will look fab x

[@sandrashaw8343]

Love this mixed media on your card. X

[@LouCollins]

Thank you 😊