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Increase your Creativity and Unlock your Hidden Talents
Working on a wax resist project, come and join us now in the live chat, where I will be answering any questions you may have on the project.
Come and join us!
Week 6: The Beauty of Layering and Depth
Layering different elements brings
richness to leaf art. By adding a variety of resources, stitches, and fabric, enables you create
depth and complexity in each piece.
Working in layers is a
key element of my process. Sometimes I collage
multiple leaves together, blending together textures and colors.
Creative Tip: Mix techniques—try stitching over burned or painted designs or layering multiple leaves together. Don’t be afraid to add new
elements if a piece feels unfinished - such as fabric.
Encouragement: Creating in layers - keep adding,
experimenting, and discovering. Every piece has the potential to evolve into
something even more beautiful.
Explore techniques in
my course: Leaf Arts -
Transforming Nature into Art.
Want to learn more?
Join me in my Leaf Arts - Transforming Nature into Art course for guided lessons on leaf art techniques!
Come and join us on the course and learn to create your own beautifully designed leaves!
I’m so excited to share something wonderful with you! I’ll be teaching at the Mastering Mixed Media Expo 2025 — a free online event filled with inspiration, community, and over 35+ mixed media artists sharing their favorite techniques and ideas.
This two-week celebration of creativity runs from May 1st–14th, 2025, and I’d love for you to join me.
You’ll get:
I’ll be sharing a project I think you’re going to love — playful, textured, and filled with heart.
And if you love to revisit lessons again and again, there’s a VIP option that gives you lifetime access to all the workshops, plus:
✨ Downloadable sessions to keep forever
✨ A bonus virtual gift bag loaded with extras (collage sheets, classes, PDFs & more!)
✨ A discounted price of just £59 (normally £99) — available for a limited time
Whether you're new to mixed media or looking to spark fresh ideas in your practice, this event is made for you.
Overcoming Midway Challenges
By now, challenges creep in—lack of time, self-doubt, posting late or fatigue. This is the moment to push forward and to give yourself some grace. I remind myself why I started and focus on the joy of creating.
This phase of the project requires a mental shift. I acknowledge my struggles, but I don’t let them stop me. Instead, I embrace what is happening in the moment, be it imperfections, lack of drive or needing to self-nurture and get back on track.
Creative Tip: On busy days, create something simple. Keep the habit alive, even if it's a five-minute session. If you are posting and you need to post the next day, then don't stress about it, the process is for you, others will understand.
Encouragement: Progress over perfection. Keep going! Your dedication will pay off, and by the end of the 100 days, you'll be amazed at how much you've grown.
Need extra motivation? The Leaf Arts course keeps creativity flowing.
Want to learn more?
Join me in my Leaf Arts - Transforming Nature into Art course for guided lessons on leaf art techniques!
Come and join us on the course and learn to create your own beautifully designed leaves!
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