Here is a close up of the finished layout. I've been asked more than a few times how to finish all the great laser cut chipboard elements that are available. Whether it's Dusty Attic or grungeboard, I think the most important thing is layering the paints and inks. For example, with the chipboard florishes, I started by painting them blue with acrylic paints (slightly deeper then the paper color). After adding a couple of coats, I went over all the edges with charcoal colored fluid chalk and last a layer of black lava around the edges again. Which really gives the finish a nice depth of color. Sometimes I spray them with a sealer which can be either glossy or matte.
Thanks for the tutorial Lisa!! It had never occured to me to add that many layers to my chipboard pieces but WOW, what a wonderful difference it makes!!
ReplyDeleteLove your new blog, btw! Can't wait to see what you post next :)