Creating Beautiful Papers using Texture Paste (aka drywall spackle) and Stencils

[@deniserichards6126]

Hello! I have never commented before, but just wanted to tell you, I have colored the drywall paste with paint and it worked out well. I used Waverly brand chalk paint in " Pool". I used about a tablespoon of drywall and added about 1/2 teaspoon of paint. Mixed it with a plastic spoon. I used it on a card for my sister. Love your videos- you are my favorite. I am trying to get up my courage to do a junk journal. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@rubyandpearlxo]

Hello Denise! thank you so much for leaving a comment! I love the idea of the chalk paint mixed in.. I am def going to try that! Pool sounds like a color I would love. I am so glad you decided to comment .. thank you for the compliment. and I hope you make a junk journal! you will love it :)

[@PennyandRosePaperie]

Ooo that’s a good tip with the chalk paint! I just started messing around with chalk paint and I bet the consistency of it works well when mixed the way you described Denise. I’ll have to try that!

[@mzp6620]

Denise, I'm a card maker as well but I've never tried sending anything with paste on it through the mail. Did you mail the card to your sister? And if yes did it arrive intact? 😬

[@deniserichards6126]

@@mzp6620 Hi Mary! No, I didn't mail the card- so I'm not sure if it would hold up.

[@mzp6620]

@@deniserichards6126 time to mail myself a card🤣. Thanks 👍

[@YvetteQuale]

Hi Heather. I used to sell paint and now work for a house painting company. Drywall mud has soooooo many uses in my craft room. I add water based paint (left over house paint or even water based craft paint) to color the spackle. Also, I add a bit of gesso to the mix, as this helps it to keep the mix smooth flowing. :)

[@rubyandpearlxo]

Thank you so much for the tips! I for sure will try the paint 💕

[@ginaneely1147]

How beautiful! I live where its very hot and dry and even though my container says it won't Crack and shrink, it does, so I added a bit of glycerine works much better now

[@nancypridham6556]

Great idea, tyfs

[@annabellagardner3190]

What a great tip ! I’m from Australia and summers are very hot, I’ve lost lots of products because of high temperatures …I think you’ve just saved me a small fortune on art products. Thank you 🙏 🤗❤️

[@SharonHoerth]

Hi Heather. I love this technique! I usually add regular acrylic paint to color my paste. Sometimes I place the stencil back on top in the same position after the paste is dry and use a makeup brush or sponge to ink it in whatever color I want. Thanks for showing us your tips! ❤️

[@rubyandpearlxo]

Good idea to put the stencil back on! Thank you Sharon! 💗

[@sallybrannon8268]

Hi Heather, I could watch you read a dictionary! Seriously, I adore your work! Adding color to paste is super fun and easy, very therapeutic. I scoop texture paste (more than I need) into a disposable cup. You may use the type of paint of which you are most comfortable. For texture medium, I prefer craft acrylic. You don't need much, just a wee bit. I wish I could provide more details regarding the paint. No can do for now as I am recuperating from total knee surgery. Thank you for sharing your time and talent with us😊

[@rubyandpearlxo]

Hi Sally! Thank you for all the tips.. I so appreciate them! and for the kind compliment! I hope you heal soon from your surgery .. best wishes💗

[@cheryltallafuss1886]

I have been using this instead of texture paste ever since Angie’s letter stating she used it. I thought oh good grief how genius. I love your stencils and had a coupon so ordered the rose one. It’s really versatile so many uses. I’m creating pillows currently with your wallpaper digi on fabric. I’ll add a photo w done. Yes I’ve used chalk paint in a ballet 🩰 pink and a very pale mint by waverly . And I do your digis French book pages, French ephemera from a friend in Quebec. ( so fortunate) on the envelope is gorgeous. The tags I’m going to do for my shop. Opening in April . Going to call them “Ruby & Pearl Shabby Chic tags 🏷 “ I’m so excited I can’t hardly wait. I’ve taken so much from your graphic fairy - your channel Angie and your DT and transformed them for the shop. Hugs Heather

[@karenhill414]

Thank you for sharing this. I’m getting some dry wall paste today and trying this technique. It is so pretty. I just found your channel last week and I have learned so much. (I’m 75 and still learning so much from you young gals!) Thank you for sharing your amazing talents.

[@SerenaBee]

Hey! If you wanna add colour to your texture paste, I use my Tombow dual brush pens, not sure if you have any but you can scribble directly on a slick craft mat and then mix in the texture paste, works every time! Colours come out a nice soft pastel.

[@l.harvey8243]

Love this tip!

[@PennyandRosePaperie]

Stenciling is just such a wonderful addition to those beautiful vintage papers!

[@Valeri4561]

If anyone finds it hard to get paper bags now due to all the plastic, I buy Painter's paper at walmart. It comes in brown and green too! It's not as thick as a paper bag, but works great and you get a huge roll for very little $ :) Love your video's Heather!!!

[@debbieharris2790]

Heather, thank you! I have all the necessary tools to do this, but for some reason, I just thought it would be too difficult! You make it look so fun and they turned out beautiful 💖🤩💖💖🦋

[@cathykirwan2292]

Thank you! BTW I bought a small container of drywall paste a few years ago at the dollar store. It works great for this.

[@victoriafortunato1669]

Hi Heather, I also love to use this kind of stenciling 😍😍😍 If you add color to white structure paste you will get a pastel kind of color. If you like to achieve a settled color you could use a transparent paste... You could add different pigments...try what you have on hand!! Greetings from Victoria

[@cherylmacedo5521]

I love this and your “scrap papers” are beautiful. 🤍🤍🤍

[@MEMauthenic]

I was originally inspired to do this based on your journal examples. Love the effect. I’m not as skilled as you are on just isolating part of the stencil. I have to lightly tack masking tape to cover the parts of the stencil I want to skip. So fun to see a video from you!

[@bettymcmenamin]

Hello Heather, I loved this video. I use quite a bit of drywall paste on various projects (mostly Mixed Media), and I really like using several different methods to obtain color. I sometimes add acrylic paint to the paste, or if I'm in more of an eclectic mood, I will use a spray of choice and let it find a path and run through the stencil pattern on the paper as I tilt it. It's all good... I loved your video. Thank you so much! Betty :)

[@DreamyBohemian]

Beautiful Heather! I’m working on some mini journals and I think this would be a fun addition when there’s not a lot of space on a page… just a sweet little “something something” 💕

[@1000dikelly]

Hi Heather, thank you for showing your technique. I love how you are able to choose just the portion you want and make it so pretty. I am going to give it a try. I love watching your videos. You are one of my favorite artists. You never fail to amaze me with your charming artistic creations.

[@bethbenson1931]

When I think of all the fancy and expensive pastes I have bought, I could just cry. Of course, they are all dried up now. Think I will have to stain some papers with coffee to try this. I have lots of pigment powders that would mix well with the spackle. Thanks so much!

[@georgiewalker1069]

How lovely. Thanks so much Heather

[@trishsmith6565]

Hi Heather! I’ve been watching your fun videos and am so happy you shared this. The papers turned out so lovely!! You made it look so easy that I’m going to try it! TFS!

[@debbiefletcher4781]

I’m so anxious to try this. We’re headed to Walmart soon and I’ll run to Lowe’s next door to pick up some drywall sparkling as well. I too would love to see some color added to a few. Sounds absolutely lovely. Thank you Heather for sharing such beautiful and inspiring videos. 😊

[@catincj5162]

Love this. Yes. I’ve used drywall mud and it works great. And yes I have also added acrylic paints in any color I want. And that works awesome

[@penelopemarshall6320]

There is also a black texture paste, we often use in my craft group for book cover bases before using metallic waxes over top. Great project, fun to do! 😊💕

[@penelopemarshall6320]

P.S to colour the white I just sponge ink over it❤️

[@rubyandpearlxo]

Thanks for the tip! i never knew there was black... and to sponge ink over it is brilliant! haha.. maybe that would be good instead of mixing in. Thanks so much!

[@penelopemarshall6320]

@@rubyandpearlxo no worries, sometimes the simplest works the best!

[@merilynstrange9203]

💕 Excellent tutorial! I’m going to try this tomorrow on my paper scraps. I have used this spackle to frost a faux cake and colored the spackle with acrylic paint. (Not too much) It worked beautifully 💗

[@wildaltarose]

This is a great idea! Thanks for the idea and instructions.

[@rosechavez9357]

Hi I have used spackle paste years ago in my paper crafts and I have colored the spackle paste with acrylic paint with a drop or 2 or 3 drops to get it the color I want. Thank you for sharing i had completely forgotten about this. 😊

[@e.knight9526]

How fun!Can't wait to try it out! Thanks for sharing your experience with paste.❤️

[@nodarlingart]

Don´t know if anyone shared this tip before, but you can make youre own texturepaste quit cheap and easy with birdsand (ore fine craftsand I guess would also be fine). You just need to mix the sand with acrylic paint in the color of youre choice and youre good to go . . . love your videos ;-)

[@lilynz.l3]

Hi Heather, this stenciling process is really cool and I Love the tim holtz stencils too. Thanks for sharing!😊🌸💕

[@peggyleebaker]

Beautiful Heather! I have used this before when I have run out of modeling paste....I have added in paint, mist like tattered angels glimmer mist/ destressed stain sprays by ranger, reinker for stamp pads works great too!

[@indigorose3798]

What a great idea, and I happen to have all of the necessary toys on hand. Off to play. Thank you!

[@DarkMoonPaperie]

Lovely papers. I love using texture paste with stencils. I'm gonna look out for the drywall stuff tho, looks like it'll be way more cost effective than a little jar! 😀

[@Dawn-fz5cu]

Love this!! I did this and wanted just a touch of color so I inked it with some vintage photo and ground espresso, the next morning I realized it had reacted with the spackle and turned a lovely green and blush gradient color. I loved it! Another time I dusted it with matte brown eyeshadow and that worked really well for just a touch of color. :)

[@LilianGuerrero]

Great texture paste hack...I would have never thought to use dry wall spackle. I love using texture paste and I really like how yours turned out. The texture appears easy to spread. Thanks for sharing this great alternative to texture paste. :)

[@PatWinterJournals]

I just lightly brushed Distress ink across parts I wanted colored. I also use the lightweight spackle from the dollar store. Tip~ I lay a wet paper towel over the stencils if I use more than one at a time. Prevents drying on the stencil between use. Also, I work from the small tub of spackle and place a wet paper towel over it as well instead of always putting on the lid between use.

[@karenrusso9213]

Oh my goodness!!!! I can't wait to try this...Thank you for showing how to do this...

[@theolachapman6126]

Very very good idea love the stencils thank you 😊 great job Theola

[@paulinedavis3660]

I have used Dreamweavers stencil embossing paste , it works beautifully the metallic gold is gorgeous 😊

[@GraceBlossoms4U]

Just tried it this morning with a tiny amount of brown acrylic paint to make an antique white color. So far so good!

[@suewegert2323]

Pour your wash/rinse water through a coffee filter to avoid putting it down the drain.

[@journalsbyfranca1272]

Hi, just discovered your channel. What a lovely video. I would love to start my own and make journaling videos. I have used the Tim Holtz distress inks over my projects like this. However, I truly prefer them white. Beautiful work!

[@Janartable]

Thank you Heather! Sooo inspiring!!

[@DeniseS-6867]

Hello Heather, your papers came out lovely, I love the effect you got with the spackle. I used Ranger texture paste before and loved it, I just use distress ink on daubers to add some color, now will have to try the spackle, thanks for sharing.

[@milliedk]

I love using drywall spackle as a texture paste. I have tinted mine with the distress re-inkers with good results. You can also use Mica, but sometimes you just need a little water on top of that. I just add a few drops. In my country the drywall spackle for wetrooms (bathrooms esp.) is tinted light blue, so that is nice too. It can crack easily though as it hardens more to a stone like effect. I've tried adding a little bit of glue to it too to make it a little stronger and not so brittle. It's so much fun. I've also tried adding glitter and it's pretty, but you can't add too much as is sort of falls off... again add a bit of glue (I just use cheap school glue) if you put in glitter. So much fun xxx

[@antm64]

Major thanks for this video!! The price difference between art paste and spackling is a bit startling. One of your followers suggested adding some glycerin for a smoother texture...going to give that a try. Your narrative is loaded with valuable information!! I always learn new techniques by watching skilled hands work. I'm a card maker, so I'll be doing this on designer cardstock. I'm really excited about how beautiful this looks!

[@SamPoole]

Oh I love how that envelope turned out 😍 and that scrap piece of blue paper ☺️💙💙💙

[@porchswingdesignsmarilou7323]

Hi there, I have never made these before but I am definitely going to try it because it looks like fun and you've made it look fairly easy. I've already dropped one of the stencils that I don't have in my Amazon cart and checked to see if my local WM has some of the drywall spackle in a smaller size (yep)! Thank you for sharing this idea with all of us. :)

[@lynnmunro2515]

Thanks, it was great to see your technique and they turned out beautifully. I’ve played around with adding acrylic paint to the paste and learnt by trial and error that less is more ☺️💕

[@korsgaardjournals1422]

I have alway use drywall light weight 👍😀 I have made furniture for many years and used it always. When I started to make journals I had a lot and I some times use old wax, take some on my finger and dry a bit on the stamps after it is dry 👍😉 Thanks for sharing I absolutely love all you creates 😍 Tina - Denmark 🇩🇰

[@patriciastubbs7605]

Hi Heather, yes, I've used regular acrylic paint in texture paste. It turned out very pretty. Expect a little lighter color. Loved how your turned out today 💖

[@elizzievb]

Very helpful tutorial! Thanks Heather! Gonna do this for sure. ❤

[@FrappsScraps]

These turned out so pretty. Mica powder is a great way to add color- you could also do spray stain for a mixed media look too

[@lori88ish]

Hi Heather, I have tried mixing color with my spackle I have mostly used acrylic start with a little and add until you have the color you want. I have also used Magicals the color is vibrant and fabulous, brushos are similar to magicals so could try those too TFS Hugs and Smiles

[@Abbie7301]

I spray-mist my drywall spackle with water & whip it up to make it more creamy.. Works like a charm. So much more affordable. 5 gallon bucket cost 16.00 8 oz craft paste costs almost $20.00

[@marilandreth6166]

Thank you for sharing. Ordered my stencils and can’t wait to try!

[@sallymander1068]

I usually use gesso. And ive stenciled white paper then painted on coffee after it dried. The paper is stained slightly darker than the gesso. Not sure if that would work on other mediums. You can also drizzle water color paints for a cool look.

[@MsLouisVee]

I love your taste of music

[@everybodylovesrooroo2228]

Love love this. Add food dye as works great. I add to all mediums. Or Easter egg dye. I buy a lot at Easter when on sale. Is a good dye

[@Blondie81259]

The Waverly one is called damask floral I believe. I love doing this on my journal inserts, Metallic paint turns out so awesome too, also chalk paint comes out quite nice with wall spackle. Also did you know you could use your dies as a stencil but you have to make sure you get all the gunk loose from the die before using it to cut because it will tear your paper if you don't.

[@cigale1254]

Great idea, texture paste and stencils always gives nice results. You talked about colouring. I have been colouring clear texture paste with just some distress ink (spray or inkpad with water spray) and that worked out well. Mind not to do that much color though.

[@bohoprovisioncompany2009]

I use joint compound and it’s works so well. I think it’s the same thing. I haven’t tinted mine but definitely going to try it. I think some metallic paints would look really good. Thanks for sharing!

[@blupoppy608]

great video..Temu has lots of stencils, dirt cheap too, also you can add some paint/pigment to the texture paste and use it like that makes beautiful shades...just a suggestion...thanks for posting

[@dianadaniel3441]

I am obsessed with stenciling with the dry wall paste, after watching your video! I have several bottles of acrylic paints that I use.I have a hard time finding stencils, and ran into the Temu site and ordered several.

[@amymccarty451]

I have colored by using ink on top so I could have multiple colors. I used a q-tip to apply. The less expensive ones that are more stiff than fluffy.

[@WasteSomeTimeWithMaggie]

I love this affect so much tfs, I have added Acrylic paint to texture paste in mixed media and it worked well tfs Heather...Kia Kaha...

[@ivonneclement969]

Good morning from Rochester, NY Heather. I’m new to your channel, I find you charming and down to earth😊love your style and thank you for sharing your talent with all of us.

[@Janartable]

Me too! I love how natural she is!

[@jenniferwatson7118]

These look beautiful! Great tip about the drywall spackle!

[@karenbenson4639]

Thanks for doing this Heather! I haven't done this yet and it was on my list to try. I heard about the spackle so it was nice to see it being usrd. 🌿🐝🌿🐝🌿🐝🌿

[@dianelevy2855]

Love your channel. Was a very good tip on how to clean your stencils/knife so you aren't throwing spackle/plaster down your plumbing pipes. And throwing globs of paint and other crafting mediums down the sink isn't so good for environment, either. Better to brush/roll them off onto "scratch" papers you keep on the crafting desk as you work, which you can later use as collage fodder.

[@debbieforward5282]

Thank you for sharing this technique. Your tutorial was very informative and easy to follow.

[@BunnyBowDesign]

Hi Heather, I love your artwork. You can mix all color type into your paste. Powder, Inks, Acrylics. I know you love blue how I do. Try out Amsterdam acrylic paint mix for a real gorgeous Blue Bell color. 1 part dark green-blue (557), 1 part light blue (551), 1/2 part carmine red (318), 2-2 1/2 parts titanium white (105). 1/10 part color are more then enought for the paste. When then the paste are dry you can use picket fence distress ink to emphasize 😉 xx Manuela

[@rubyandpearlxo]

Thank you so much for the tips!! I will try that!!

[@lorriehansen6873]

I absolutely love this!! Thank you!!

[@glodoe524]

Your such an inspiration to me thank you I love all your videos! ❤

[@karlasmith4617]

love love love this! thank you for the inspiration

[@jhr1756]

Thank you! 🌹❤️

[@PaperInspirationsAU]

These are beautiful Heather. I normally use the distress re-inkers to colour my texture paste. I especially love the envelope. Xx

[@melodyfisher1512]

Beautiful. I prefer the spackle, too. Amazing how it transforms the whole feel of a page. Love it!

[@catherinecarey4897]

Thankyou Heather, these are beautiful, so pretty. I have made my own texture paste from a recipe online which works great. I had no idea I could use household filler but I just love the look of it on those book pages. I also like the idea of creating lots in advance to have ready on hand. Thankyou for all the helpful hints, very much appreciated x

[@dorothyandrews8872]

I would love to know the recipe if you would share thanks

[@catherinecarey4897]

@@dorothyandrews8872 Mix together quarter cup of talcum powder, 1 tablespoon of all-purpose school glue and 1 tablespoon of white craft paint. Add water a little at a time to get the consistency similar to that of toothpaste. Have fun !

[@Anna-de4mu]

I haven’t tried this technique yet💖💞they turns out amazing !

[@nansanfilippo7035]

Really beautiful soft and vintage looking. Thank you I’m going to get my stencils out and get my fingers dirty L O L.

[@annabellagardner3190]

Hiya ❤️🌸 Today I’m using the new KZbin ZOOM feature, came straight over to rewatch some of your gorgeous vids to test drive WOW Amazingly detailed - which enhances your stunningly detailed creations. What a treat ! I do hope KZbin keep this feature permanently our demographic will all love it. Sunday evening fun on your channel 🤗 Victoria, Australia 🙃🦘❤️🪷

[@WishesandWeeds]

This is the video I needed to push me to try this technique. I played a bit yesterday, and made a tag. But for sure, I will be doing more in my journals. Thank you!

[@purpleheartcreationsbychri6596]

I used some acrylic paint and as well my Tim Holtz ink refill and drop a few drops of it in it and mix it up!

[@ChasingTadpoles]

Just finding and enjoying your channel. You probably already know this but. I color after it dries with watercolor. You can lightly sand to bring some of the whit back out.

[@susietruelove3657]

I would have never thought about spackle great idea

[@janettewhite8389]

Love your style!

[@ejej1964]

So Pretty!!! Thank you

[@angelfishdesign]

You can also sprinkle glitter while the design is wet for addition texture.

[@lariwyman6273]

Beautiful!💗💗💗 I have to try it!

[@BluebonnetJunkJournalCrafting]

You can use a microsponge and add distress ink or you can add acrylic paint directly to the textured paste

[@JournalArtPaperie]

I usually colour my texture paste with acrylic paint - It's funny but I have been making quite a few of these lately (prior to your post) hahahaha!

[@chrissiecrosser]

Lovely results Heather.

[@helenegloss670]

O gosh i luv this, i have never tried it, so its going on my to do list😊

[@marilynmccormick3731]

Paste food coloring is very concentrated. Available in baking or cake decorating area at Michael's Craft store. You can dip a toothpick into it to get some to use for adding to the joint compound, or add it to water to make a spray. Don't use the little bottles of liquid food coloring from the grocery store, It adds liquid & the color is not concentrated enough.

[@deborahtrout8821]

I've always admired the stenciling you create with. Thanks for sharing the product you use. I would have never thought of that. 💕

[@suepolisena8018]

Yes, you can add Chalk or acrylic paint.

[@conniekeen7732]

dry wall spackle is what we older folks used before there was texture paste.

[@susanhetler4704]

Thanks for sharing 💜 Definitely want to try this!

[@colleencasey7019]

Oh wow!! These came out beautifully!! TFS