Mixed Media Altered Puzzle Pieces - Including Napkin Art Ideas

[@lornsdemers]

Gorgeous Nina...How I love your attention to detail.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much Lorraine. Its the little details that make all the difference 💕

[@karinroloff4562]

Very sweet puzzle pieces and others...love these.....👍........😻

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you Karin. I love making these 💕

[@anjanowackadeklopp761]

Your creativity is endless. I love these.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Anja, I love experimenting with all kinds of crafts 💕

[@carolekinsey7835]

Those are such beautiful pieces and so inspiring Thank you.

[@lorettavalmorbida7793]

Beautifully done. Like those projects.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you so much 💕

[@pierangelaraiani2207]

Love all your ideas. Keep me going. Thanks!!!!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you so much 🥰

[@jeannebeam3042]

Gorgeous puzzle piece! Great artwork. Thanks for sharing...

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Jeanne, glad you like it 💕🧩💕

[@LornaCallaghan]

WOW WOW WOW !!! I love these pieces of art xxx

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Lorna 💕

[@kimbain4368]

How fun and whimsical! Very nice!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Kim 💕

[@kelliroditis4948]

What a lovely idea for altering puzzle pieces and cards. You've definitely given me some inspiration and ideas. Thanks for sharing your wonderful creations

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Kelli, glad you were inspired 💕

[@sandraalbright2332]

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[@Cyrilmc222004]

WOW 😮 WOW 😮 😮 Nina this is very very stunning and gorgeous, I really really love 💕 both pieces. I’ve seen the other videos of the altered playing cards ♠️ and puzzle pieces 🧩 I really really enjoyed watching you create these things. Stay safe and well too xxx Mags

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much Mags. I think puzzle pieces are so much fun. Glad you like what I did with them. Have a wonderful week 💕🧩🎲♣️♦️🃏

[@deborahrusignuolo7612]

These are amazing , so very pretty. Thank you for sharing

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Deborah 💕

[@cynthiat6505]

So whimsical! Love!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Cynthia 💕

[@robynross255]

Gorgeous pieces. Love the results. Thankyou.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you so much 💕

[@CraftyAliConfessions]

Love,love,love both of these Nina. Very inspirational.. crafty hugs. Xx

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much Ali. Hope you enjoy this one. Happy Creating 💕 x

[@lorettavalmorbida7793]

So lovely. I will have to try this project. Thanks for showing us.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Glad you enjoyed it Loretta. Happy Creating 💕

[@gillbennett6616]

Lovely idea, they look amazing.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you Gill 💕

[@devanntylor9798]

Love these two pieces! Love your style! 🍃🌻🍃

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much Devann 🥰

[@cynthiaakacyndsmith6539]

I love these. I have done puzzle piece dress pins, however I like the larger on and a delightful focal piece.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Cynthia. They’re a bit of fun aren’t they 💕

[@madebymartha]

Lovely projects Nina and lots of wonderful ideas!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Martha. I’m really excited to see everyone else’s ideas 💕🧩🎲❤️🃏♥️♦️♠️

[@hopehamborsky7570]

I just so love this idea... 💕💕💕💯💯💯

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you so much 💕

[@sueyunker2920]

Just lovely Nina love the large puzzle piece and the circular pattern with your dots looks very much like one of our Aboriginal dot paintings.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Sue, it does have an Aboriginal vibe doesn’t it 💕

[@suerussell497]

So unique and beautiful!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you Sue 💕

[@purplefairy1]

I love those hangers you make, and there beautiful 💜🧚‍♀️

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much Sandra 💕

[@lenabot5961]

Good morning nina, this was a very royal sunday...the little crowns so delicate, the puzzle piece so lovely and the card , it reminded me of a period I used to wear my hear like this..long time ago( ha ha), Do I relate to hanging on to beautuful papers, oh yes I do, but I tell myself use them, because one day you will hardly know you have them and that's such a shame.. Thank you for the lovely half hour we " spend" this sunday, have a good week, we are heading for a little heatwave this week. Love lenaxxx

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Good morning Lena, glad you liked the crowns. I’d love to see a photo of you as I’ve built up a wonderful picture of you in my head 💕. I’m really trying to snap myself out of this silly hoarding habit as I have some wonderful things that are just sitting on the shelf and Its completely ridiculous! I hope you have a wonderful week. Hugs 💕 xxx

[@mariaanstrydom9269]

Lovely work perfectly executed !

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much Mariaan 💕

[@ChattylaineCreates]

Love your puzzle pieces, you always do lovely transformations, I remember your flamingo one, crown an' all🌷💖😁🌼

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Elaine. I really enjoy these mixed media projects 💕🧩💕

[@ChattylaineCreates]

@@NinaRibenaMixedMedia I bought a large jigsaw last year and still haven't got around to using it... I might just do it this year!! Ha ha. I love the mixed media projects you are coming up with this year great fun and very inspiring!! 😁😁

[@martinmixedmedia2899]

Nice project this week I liked the puzzle piece and how you used the scrapbook paper. I have loads of papers that need using up so that's sorted out a project for me. Thanks😊

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Martin. I love seeing your interpretations each week 🧩

[@marcijlo]

Thank you Nina for these awesome ideas and the gorgeousness of your pieces! You and Kylie certainly get my juices flowing! Take care! oxo

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

That’s lovely to hear Marci. We aim to inspire 💕

[@charmainerutters8459]

Thank you Nina... Such inspirational ideas... intriguing!!! Loooove these!!! You have an ocean full of wonderful talent. ♥️

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you Charmaine. Glad you like them 💕

[@cindycreateforlife]

Wow, Nina I just love this prompt for this week! I adore your flamingo and the projects you demonstrated today, I can’t wait to get started! Must check out Kylie’s video now, have a wonderful week!💕🇨🇦

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Cindy, glad you like the projects I shared. Happy Creating 💕

[@lorrainewilson2067]

This turned out so beautiful. So many great ideas my head is just spinning. So glad I've connected with you and Kylie!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Lorraine, glad you are enjoying our channels and challenges 💕

[@createwithpamela]

Both are beautiful!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you 💕

[@FindsByPirjo]

Lovely results. Thank you for showing how to use Nuvo drops. The puzzle piece is so cute my favourite.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Pirjo 💕

[@heatherrowell3008]

They look fantastic. I think ill make some these and hand them on a beaded string near my bedroom door!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Heather. Happy Creating 💕

[@gail2139]

Very creative and inspiring!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much 💕🧩💕

[@melaniebrown747]

Like them both but my favourite is the whimsical girl. So cute xx.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Mel. She’s cute isn’t she 💕

[@oldgit9948]

Hi Nina, What a great idea to use giant puzzle pieces. I’m off to the grandchildren’s play room to find a jigsaw although I might leave it up to you to explain why Peter Rabbit is suddenly missing his feet - he he he 😊

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

😂 💕

[@susanjones7872]

These are so sweet Nina! Thanks for sharing!❤

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Susan, glad you like them 💕

[@pamelalambert3392]

As ever, Nina, a lovely demo of your great ideas and makes. I made your craft card buttons yesterday and they are wonderful and I've also been greatly influenced by your collages and am now hooked. They take more thought than you think and you've made me see how they are done. Thank you for your inspiration. I love to watch you. Your work is right up my street.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much for your lovely comment. It’s great to hear you’ve been giving the projects a try for yourself. Happy Creating ❤️

[@barbaracabrera207]

Just found your channel. I watched a different video last night. Textured tags. And this one this morning. Your work is fantastic!!! And so unique. I LOVE IT!! I've subscribed and hit bell. So I can follow your channel. Thank you for your videos. Austin, TX USA

[@kristinaperinot7544]

Love these so much ❤️❤️❤️ TFS

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you 💕🧩🎲🃏

[@zuekeeper]

Love your instructions and everything you design. So beautiful! Blessings!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Zue 💕

[@fluffyspit]

Adorable...thank you.x

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much 💕

[@cindyburns7667]

I've just watched this for the second time so I may have already commented. I love the bright colors of the paper, both pieces are fabulous. Thank you

[@janewebster7661]

Love these. They are cute .

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Jane, these are so much fun to make 💕

[@juliesaunders962]

I really like both of these pieces. Now to try to find some large puzzle pieces in charity shops.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Julie. You could always print one out if you don’t manage to find one. Happy Creating 💕

[@StefaniePettisTheRollingStudio]

Very creative love the process! Tfs💖

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Stefanie, glad you enjoyed it 💕

[@loretta9478]

As a first time viewer, now subscriber, I love your style Nina! I’ve been collecting ‘goodies’ for a long time for projects like this... now to make the time to express my ideas. 👑You are a great artists and teacher, thank you for sharing your talent.👩🏻‍🎨

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much for your lovely comment and for subscribing. Enjoy playing with the items you’ve been collecting 💕

[@mariaclegg7097]

Thank you Nina for this video , you come up with some wonderful ideas. Your puzzle piece looks beautiful

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Maria, glad you enjoyed it 🧩

[@dailybread7364]

I just love these ❤️

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you so much 💕

[@BlaizC]

I am constantly amazed by your versatility -- you can do everything and you do it well!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much for your lovely comment Blair. Its means a lot 💕

[@happymaker2243]

These are so wonderful! Thank you for this tutorial.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thank you 💕

[@Maggiesplace48]

These are both so lovely tfs Nina

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much Maggie 💕

[@angiechapman9816]

Another great video nina thank you. X

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Angie, glad you enjoyed it 💕

[@paintwithmeboquete]

Such great ideas

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you 💕

[@elizabethnaisbitt1795]

Oh my pure gorgeousness in abundance and so cute too. Tfs xo

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much Elizabeth. I love this kind of project 💕 xo

[@cheryls_creative7048]

Inspired! I’m sitting here altering a coaster! Loved the jigsaw piece! Thanks!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Cheryl 💕

[@phinnyzuril5314]

Ooooh... lovely! I especially love how little details have such a big impact. The micro beads, black gesso, beaded wire hanger, etc. all add up to really stunning pieces. I really enjoy your videos and look forward to Sundays knowing another one will be posted. Thank you so much for sharing your gifts with us. Be well. ~phinny Seattle USA

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much for your lovely comment Phinny. I’m glad you are enjoying the videos 💕💕💕

[@ednamorgan7827]

These are really lovely, Nina. What an enticing little challenge this week!! Many thanks!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Edna, I hope you will enjoy it 💕

[@alanabooth5434]

Love these, so cute❤️

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Alana. These are such fun to make 💕

[@cheryl7476]

Pretty pieces, Nina.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Cheryl 😘

[@dawnkarasaki6172]

I love your videos on altering the puzzle pieces. I did try to alter a jigsaw puzzle piece and then realized I should of made sure the piece had at least one straight edge, easier to balance the dangle. My piece did not turn out as beautiful as yours though. I will continue to try again. ❤️

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Dawn. What a shame your first piece didn’t balance. If you add the seed beads at the top, it makes balancing easier as the beads act like notches 💕

[@craftyreseller2042]

I love these can't wait to try them both.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks and Happy Creating 💕

[@ronasemler2202]

Ooowww wowww I like it🤩 beautiful💖

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you so much Rona 💕🧩💕

[@patriciasue2762]

This is a great video! And I love the pieces that you did - very beautiful and creative 🥰

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Patricia Sue Thanks so much Patricia 💕

[@sherrywright6634]

Love these! Loved the ones you made before. So interesting how just adding dimensional paint or white lines can add so much!💕

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks ?Sherry. A bit of white and dimension does make a big difference doesn’t it 💕

[@cottonconfetti]

Love this, so cute 😃

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you 💕

[@evelynrauseo467]

This is a terrific idea! I love the way your pieced turned out! You always teach me so much! I watched a video this week that Francesca of Junk Journals did. She made vellum with the candle wax and used that to alter a playing card. I thought of you when I saw what she was doing.TFS. I did. God bless and stay safe.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you Evelyn. I’ve not heard of Francesca, so will go and check her out. Thanks as always for sharing as it so very much appreciated 💕💕💕

[@debbieangelstar]

🙋🏼‍♀️ Number 1 paper hoarder right here! Lovely puzzle pieces Nina, thanks for sharing, have a great week 💕💫

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Debbie, why oh why do we do it 😂💕

[@lucyfanning7496]

Love these.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Lucy 💕

[@mariamiskimmon5437]

Gorgeous

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you 💕

[@bonnerdebbie]

These are adorable Nina, I can't wait till I get off work today so I can play. I have 50's or 60's pinup girls playing cards that I think I will start with. Thanks for the inspiration. Have a wonderful week. I am already looking forward to your next video.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

They sound like fun Debbie. Happy Creating and have a wonderful week 💕

[@rhondachapman3688]

These are really cute, I especially like the bird one 💜💜

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Rhonda, they’re fun aren’t they 💕🧩💕

[@kazeekins1]

I remember the Flamingo well Nina ... love the bird one this time ... your altered playing card is gorgeous .. it always amazes me what a little white on a project cam do ... thank you for the inspiration this week . Stay well. Kay xx

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Kay. The small details make such a big difference don’t they 💕 xxxx

[@fastquilter600]

Lovely!!!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you 💕

[@mmonr]

I have never been a fan of stickles and dimensional drops but these are really cute. I usually put my hand or scissors or whatever in my project before it is finished. But they sure have added the great final layer to yours. Great prompt. -Marsha from Texas

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Haha, I must admit I’m a bit of a tinker for doing that too! They are fun though 💕🧩💕

[@MsSylvana63]

Love this video ✨👌🏾

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you so much 💕

[@lyllydd]

Before lockdown, I was still seeing Mambi Sheets at Michael's. They're usually the huge sheets though, not the paper pads. They're sold in the same aisle as the paper pads, but you unfold what looks like a 12x12 pad into a giant wrapping-paper sized sheet.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

This is the only pad I’ve ever come across here in the UK which is my excuse for hoarding it for so long 😉. Its beautiful 💕

[@anniefaint6373]

These was so pretty Nina , I found a big puzzle piece the other day , so I’ll have a play ,,,xxxx 🎨🌈👏😊💕

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Annie. Looking forward to seeing what you decide to create 💕🧩🎲

[@theartycraftytart7759]

These are great Nina. I’d forgotten about my Art by Marlene stuff! ❤️❤️

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Caroline. Her collection is such a lot of fun isn’t it 💕

[@KylieCooStudio]

Wonderful projects Nina - it amazing how the Nuvo drops really add something to the pieces.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Kylie, the small detail always add so much don’t they 💕 xoxo

[@woollysteph]

These are lovely Nina. I bought some large puzzle pieces with this sort of thing in mind after your last one (flamingo). I think I should definitely get them out and start creating with them. Thanks for sharing 💗

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Steph. Happy Creating 💕

[@peggyeaton6601]

Love!!!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Peggy 💕

[@janicemoio5768]

Absolutely beautiful work as always Nina! I just love watching the process of how you alter and change the look of simple pieces you find with creative ideas! You know I love vintage💓☕ from across the pond in Hoboken New Jersey it is very early here😁

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Janice 💕

[@carinas-potpourri]

Hi Nina, the result is so beautiful.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much Carina 💕

[@jocelynemessier2295]

love it!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you 💕

[@inekesauerbier5861]

Beautiful results. I think you have quite a collection of altered "puzzle" pieces by now! I know I've seen a few videos about it from you over the last few years.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Ineke, I really enjoy altering them 💕🧩🎲

[@ednasweet5637]

Love this can’t wait to try

[@suebishop6071]

Very nice x

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Sue 💕

[@sherrydmyterko-tramp8654]

In the US I just bought large puzzle pieces. 3.99 for 20 pieces. It’s a match game but in puzzle form. .20 each piece. Just bought 2 days ago. Checkout area. Looks to be this exact size. 😀

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

That’s fabulous. Happy Creating 💕🧩💕

[@purplenanna1272]

Like both,but oooh,the lady 💕.Nearly had heart attack when you dropped her face down!… phew,she survived 😁X

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

I my goodness, my heart literally skipped a beat 😲. Thanks goodness it came out unscathed 😄💕 xxx

[@tieskeellis8531]

Peel of the glossy top layer of the puzzle and it will stick so much better

[@LauraMe...]

I absolutely love both of those 💜❤ super cute ideas, I'm going to have to check out your other puzzle ideas soon. I'm getting behind on videos with good weather finally here in Maine, US. LAURA M 🦋

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Laura. The weather here has been beautiful too. What a blessing for us during the pandemic. Its unusual for us to have had so many sunny and hot days, and we don’t want them to end. Have a wonderful week 💕

[@LauraMe...]

@@NinaRibenaMixedMedia I have sent a few online friends your way as your ideas and videos were something I thought they would love as much as I do! And my first tag if the month arrived yesterday!!!

[@jackieelliott2913]

Hello Nina, I love this prompt. The pieces you've done this week are beautiful, I remember you doing the 1st jigsaw piece last year.....I couldn't find an old jigsaw in the charity shops for ages, I think us arty peeps must have cleared them out, got some now, so I'll be lying along this week. Do I have paper stashed just for stroking, of course but like you I'm being brave and using it now, otherwise why buy it to sit in a box? At least if I use it I can look at it and then buy more!! Stay safe, Jackie x

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

I completely agree. I’m desperately trying to change my stupid hoarding habits. It actually feels great to go back and revisit some of the wonderful older supplies in my stash. Have a wonderful week and I hope you enjoy creating your puzzle pieces 💕

[@helenthomas8238]

Beautiful work!!! Do you seal your projects and if so, how? I can not wait to try this. Thank you for sharing.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Hi Helen, no I don’t. I really don’t see that there is a need to seal these. The glue I used is strong. Hope this helps 💕

[@christineguo2001]

Love this idea. Where do you get the extra large puzzle pieces? TIA

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Hi Christine. I got mine in the kids toy section at TK Max 🧩

[@christineguo2001]

@@NinaRibenaMixedMedia Thank you. I will have to look for them. LOL I didn't even know they existed that large. Thanks again. :-)

[@susanvanschuyver7900]

Gorgeous pieces! Love all the little details. What is the name of the dimensional glue? Brand?

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Susan. The one I used in the video was Diamond Glaze. The only two I would recommend are this one and Glossy Accents. Not been impressed with any others 💕

[@susanvanschuyver7900]

Thank you, Nina.

[@talimediaart]

These are amazing! I'm a new subscriber. You can call me Talie and would these be used as embellishments?

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much for subscribing Talie. These could certainly be used as embellishments, or even a focal image in a journal cover. They are also lovely to send in happy mail or display as a cluster on your art space wall. So much fun to make too 💕

[@sherrybarfield8446]

Cute! What do you do with them now?

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Sherry. They are both displayed on my wall in my craft room 💕

[@evelynrauseo467]

Natasha's channel is Junk Journal Joy. I shared the wrong name in my first cimment 😭

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Evelyn, glad you mentioned it 💕