Craft a beautiful collage with paper and acrylic paint. A colourful idea for a handmade Mother's Day gift, but also a lovely springtime decoration!
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Choose sturdy paper, such as watercolor or mixed-media paper. Gather acrylic paints, brushes, a palette knife, and materials like sponges or stamps. Wear old clothes or an apron against stains.
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Dab a sponge in acrylic paint and gently stamp it on the paper. Use both light and dark colors to create depth. The more you dab, the softer the effect. Vary the pressure for different patterns.
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Place crumpled plastic wrap on wet paint and lightly press it down. Leave it for a few seconds, then peel it off for unique patterns. Experiment with multiple layers for added complexity.
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Drag a comb or fork through the wet paint to create lines. Use straight motions for a neat pattern or wavy motions for a more playful effect. Thicker paint results in more defined lines. Repeat this process for more depth.
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Crumple a piece of paper, dip it in paint an dab it onto the paper for a blotchy effect. Use multiple colors for more depth. Let the paint dry between layers for a textured effect.
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Choose your favourite parts of the painted paper and optionally draw shapes on them. Cut or tear them out for a dynamic look.
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Arrange the cut-out shapes on your paper to plan your collage layout. Play with layers and overlaps and take a photo as a reference if needed.
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Glue everything down, press firmly and let it dry. Finish your collage with paint splatters, marker accents, or a protective layer of varnish.
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