Drunken Watercolor Powders

Use rubbing alcohol with watercolor powders for a uniquely blended background.

Supplies

Step-by-Step

1. Step 1

   Fill water mister with rubbing alcohol. Spray a fine mist of alcohol onto the shiny side of the glossy paper.

   

2. Step 2

   Sprinkle the watercolor powder directly onto the wet paper.

   

3. Step 3

   Give time for the reaction on the paper and if needed, add another mist of alcohol.

   

4. Step 4

   For this project, a second color was applied to another panel in the same manner. Allow all paper panels to dry completely before moving on.
   
   TIP:
   If paper is warped, place it under a book when completely dry or bend the paper back the opposite direction.
   

   

5. Step 5

   The panels can be used as you prefer. In the sample, they have been stamped and embossed in gold and die cut with the coordinating dies.

   

6. Step 6

   Complete the project.

   

Video!

Your Turn

You've seen the tutorial, now you try it! We've got a section of the gallery set aside for Drunken Watercolor Powders. Try this technique, then upload your artwork to the gallery. Show us your creations!

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