Discover how to create layered, expressive backgrounds with Distress Inks and Spray Stains in this fun, technique-packed class! Perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters alike, you’ll explore resist effects, splattering, ink lifting, and more—on both Watercolor Cardstock and Mixed Media Heavystock.
You’ll build a stash of beautiful inky backgrounds while learning to layer color and texture for that soft, pretty grunge look. It’s all about experimenting, playing, and seeing your supplies in a whole new way.
Grab your inks and sprays—it’s time to get creative!
Please note: We will not be creating finished cards in this class. That will be covered in Part 2 of this series, which will be coming soon!
This class includes the following.
CLASS GUIDE
WELCOME VIDEO
PREP VIDEO
SUPPLY LIST
INTRO VIDEO
TECHNIQUE VIDEOS
WRAP UP VIDEO
Also included with this class are 2 bonus resources to help you get even more out of your mixed media play:
Distress Sprays 101
This guide breaks down the different types of spray inks—what they are, how they work, and what makes each one unique. You’ll also get an inside look at the Tim Holtz Distress Spray lineup so you can better understand the options and how to use them with confidence.
Perfect for card makers, crafters, and mixed media artists who want to get more from their sprays.
Pretty Grunge Color Combinations
A curated set of inspiring color combos from the Distress color palette, designed to help you create soft, layered backgrounds with a pretty grunge vibe. Great for kickstarting your projects or when you need a little color inspiration.
These bonus resources will help you get the most out of the class and your supplies!
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For a more detailed supply list, you can refer to the class guide once you purchase the class OR click the "check out the supply list here" button for a visual supply list.
PAPERS
Distress Watercolor Cardstock
Distress Mixed Media Heavystock
MEDIUMS
Distress Ink - 3 colors of choice
Distress Spray Stain - 3 colors of choice
Distress Archival Ink Black Soot
Distress Spritz - 3 coordinating colors
Texture Paste
Lunar Paste
Embossing Ink
White Embossing Powder
Baby Wipes
STAMPS & STENCILS
1 Stencil for the Ink Lift Technique
1 Stencil for the Monoprint Technique
4 Stencils to use with Texture Paste
1 Stencil for Ink Blending
1 Background Stamp of choice
Stamps for collage background stamping
TOOLS
Heat Tool
Craft Mat
Palette Knife
Blending Brush - one for each color of ink
Spray bottle filled with water
Splat Box or Cardboard Box (optional)
Tray of water
Paper Towels/Cleaning Cloth
You've got questions. We've got answers.
The live class will be hosted on YouTube. You will be sent a private link to access the class. Once the live class is over, a recording of the class will be available in my online classroom where you have accessed the other class materials.
Once the class has gone live, you will have access to the live replay, pre-recorded content and to all other class content that you can enjoy whenever it fits your schedule.
You will have ongoing access to the live replay, pre-recorded content and all other class materials that you can watch and rewatch anytime.
Because the link to the live class is shared with you upon purchase of the class, there will be NO refunds once you purchase the class.
The class is scheduled for two sessions of 2 hours each.
Session One 10AM - 12PM ET: Distress Ink Techniques
There will be a one hour break from 12PM - 1PM ET
Session Two 1PM - 3PM ET: Distress Spray Techniques
You can find a general supply list above.
To view the supply list you can use the link above.
A detailed supply list is available in the class guide once you purchase the class.
Juliana Michaels is a mixed media artist and paper crafter who has been creating and inspiring in the paper crafting industry since 2008. What began as a love of scrapbooking evolved into card making and eventually blossomed into her true passion—mixed media. Known for her “pretty grunge” style, Juliana now works full-time for herself creating videos, teaching classes, and sharing her love of mixed media, with a special focus on Tim Holtz products. She regularly inspires makers on her blog and YouTube channel. A retired Physical Therapist, Juliana has a fondness for coffee and Mexican food. When she isn’t crafting, she enjoys working out, reading, antiquing, and spending time with her family, fur baby, and friends.
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