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Whimsical Fairy Card with Mushrooms

A project from our live show MY PODCAST - Catch my latest updates broadcast September 23rd 2024 · 23/09/2024 · watch it from 54:00

Whimsical Fairy Card with Mushrooms - the finished project
The finished project

Create a magical fairy card featuring an enchanting scene with a whimsical mushroom house, delicate fairy with butterfly wings, and charming toadstools. This project uses layered decoupage techniques with vintage-style imagery on a dark decorative background, finished with sparkle accents for added shimmer. The result is a beautiful dimensional card perfect for anyone who loves fantasy and fairy tale themes.

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Step by step

  1. Step 1: Select a card blank from your kit and place it on your craft mat as your base. Position it with the fold at th

    Select a card blank from your kit and place it on your craft mat as your base. Position it with the fold at the top.

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  2. Step 2: Select a fairy topper from your kit. Position it on the right side of the card base to check placement before

    Select a fairy topper from your kit. Position it on the right side of the card base to check placement before adhering.

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  3. Step 3: Trim away the white edge from the fairy topper using scissors for a cleaner finish. Hold the fairy carefully a

    Trim away the white edge from the fairy topper using scissors for a cleaner finish. Hold the fairy carefully and cut close to the printed edge to remove all the white border.

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  4. Step 4: Apply 3D foam pads to the back of the fairy die-cut to add dimension. Position the fairy on the card front, us

    Apply 3D foam pads to the back of the fairy die-cut to add dimension. Position the fairy on the card front, using the foam pads to lift it from the surface.

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  5. Step 5: Using scissors, carefully cut away the wings slightly from the back of the butterfly embellishment. Gently pul

    Using scissors, carefully cut away the wings slightly from the back of the butterfly embellishment. Gently pull the wings forward to create dimension and a 3D effect.

    ▶ watch this step (57:15)
  6. Step 6: Use a blending brush with dark colour to soften any harsh white edges on the sides of the mushroom topper. Gen

    Use a blending brush with dark colour to soften any harsh white edges on the sides of the mushroom topper. Gently brush the edges to blend them and create a more three-dimensional appearance.

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  7. Step 7: Cut out the mushroom topper elements and position them at the fairy's feet using 3D foam pads to add dimension

    Cut out the mushroom topper elements and position them at the fairy's feet using 3D foam pads to add dimension.

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  8. Step 8: Apply sparkle glitter glue to the mushrooms and fairy wings using the applicator tip. Add dots and highlights

    Apply sparkle glitter glue to the mushrooms and fairy wings using the applicator tip. Add dots and highlights to create a magical, shimmering effect on these key elements.

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  9. Step 9: Stamp a sentiment onto the card using the pre-printed words or stamp set from the kit. Position the sentiment

    Stamp a sentiment onto the card using the pre-printed words or stamp set from the kit. Position the sentiment at the bottom of the card and press firmly to ensure a clear impression.

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