I found a pattern on line, printed it out and then placed a piece of clear acetate over it, so that no glue would get stuck to the pattern while I was working. I used copy paper that had already been printed on, but had some clean parts that were usable. I didn't realize that the pattern I was using was a bit wonky until I got closer to the center and could see that the pattern was no longer square. Since this is my first attempt at iris folding, I didn't even know that was incorrect. I'm sure if I hadn't said anything, most of you wouldn't have even noticed.
I wanted some color, so I tried using a Dylusions ink spray. Even though I held the spray bottle quite a distance from the paper, it still gave quite a heavy spray -- not what I was going for. Then I tried to salvage it by sponging on some salty ocean distress ink. Although I'm not thrilled with the result, it's better than it was.
Next I cut out a heart pattern to fit my card, traced it on the back of the rust card stock and then cut it out. I used a Hero Arts background and pacific point ink on the rust and then added dots with white gel pen. I like the way the rust contrasts with the turquoise.
I sponged the edges of my card base, a piece of tissue box coated with gesso, with salty ocean and glued it all together. I decided to keep it with all the imperfections, mainly because I'm not sure that I want to do this technique again. I did, however, go find a new 'correct' pattern -- just in case...
Thanks so much for stopping for a visit today.
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