Paint Swiping

Use acrylic paint to create a dramatic background.

Supplies

Step-by-Step

1. Step 1

   Cut heavyweight cardstock to the desired size. Apply the first color of acrylic paint with a dauber onto the center portion of the cardstock.

   

2. Step 2

   Apply a second paint color with a dauber.

   

3. Step 3

   Crinkle a baby wipe and swipe a small section in an upward motion using light pressure.
   
   Get a clean baby wipe and do the same to the next section.

   

4. Step 4

   Rotate the cardstock and do the same to the other side. Remember to use a clean baby wipe with each swipe.

   

5. Step 5

   Add more paint with a dauber.

   

6. Step 6

   Repeat Steps 3-5.

   

7. Step 7

   Continue this process until you are happy with the amount of coverage for the background.

   

8. Step 8

   Dry the background with a heat tool making sure the paint is completely dry.

   

9. Step 9 (Optional)

   Apply embossing paste through a stencil at the sides and middle of the painted section of the background.
   
   NOTE:
   Allow the embossing paste to dry completely before moving on to the next step. Using a heat tool may cause embossing paste to bubble.
   

   

10. Step 10

    Add other layers and details as desired. For the sample, black acrylic paint and water were mixed on a craft sheet to apply with a splatter brush.

    

11. Step 11

    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 Paint Swiping. Try this technique, then upload your artwork to the gallery. Show us your creations!

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