Swirls Make Up the Pattern...
Mineral Spirits do the Blending!
Learn to make your own patterns because they're therapeutic in nature. I started doodling on paper and started making swirls, the next thing you know I was liking the effect as they were bunched up on one another and in different colors. I wanted to blend them and remembered by mineral spirit purchase made. What you do with colored pencils is dip an ear Q-tip into the "Gamisol" Mineral Spirts and start rubbing in a circular motion. Get playful and see if you can't blend some of the colors to make new colors. You are in control of this project and any direction you go in is up to you.
Any type of colored pencils should work well with the Gamisol (brand name) or mineral spirit. I use Prisma Color Pencils. It is a non-aromatic solvent meaning it is odorless. It can be shipped in the mail so it can't be too dangerous. I would wear gloves if that makes you more comfortable. It spreads the color like a watercolor almost. Use Bristol paper, or a 40 lb smooth surfaced paper, unless you want some added texture. When it is dry, cut it into a shape. I used a heart as you can see.
Homemade cards are very special because they take some effort on the giver's part. The receiver usually appreciates the time and effort when they ask, "Did you make this?" and you say, YES! ❤️
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