Inky Mess to Fabulous | A Creative Journey of Perseverance

In this video, we dive deep into the beauty of imperfection — transforming spills, smudges, and chaos into a soulful DIY card that tell a story of resilience and creativity.

✨ This isn’t just about card design or DIY projects — it’s about finding grace in the messy middle. Through expressive mixed media layers and heartfelt art techniques, I’ll guide you step-by-step in this card making tutorial that turns frustration into freedom.

💌 Whether you’re new to crafting for beginners or a longtime maker seeking fresh craft ideas, this video invites you to explore, experiment, and embrace the joy of the unexpected. Perfect for lovers of scrapbooking, DIY cards, and meaningful making.

🌈 Because every blot, splash, and ink stain holds a spark of possibility — and with perseverance, even the most chaotic start can become something truly fabulous.

🖌️ What You’ll Experience:
A beginner-friendly card making tutorial using mixed media layers
Emotional storytelling through art techniques
Encouragement to keep creating — even when it feels like a “hot mess”
Inspiring DIY projects, craft ideas, and card design insights

💖 If you’ve ever felt like your art (or life) was a mess in motion, this is your creative reminder to keep going.

Supplies Used:
✨Lisa Horton Crafts Interference Inks - https://www.scrapbook.com/store/brand...
✨Waffle Flower Blending Brushes - https://waffleflower.com/collections/...
✨PinkFresh Studio Joyful Day Set - https://www.pinkfreshstudio.com/produ... - https://www.pinkfreshstudio.com/produ... - https://www.pinkfreshstudio.com/produ...
✨Distress Ink in Twisted Citron - https://rangerink.com/products/tim-ho...
✨Distress Ink in Kitsch Flamingo - https://rangerink.com/products/tim-ho...
✨Distress Ink in Lucky Clover - https://rangerink.com/products/tim-ho...
✨Concord 9th Eucalyptus - https://concordand9th.com/products/in...
✨Spellbinders Glimmer Hot Foil System - https://spellbinderspaperarts.com/col...
✨Spellbinders Platinum 6 Die Cutting Machine - https://spellbinderspaperarts.com/col...

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