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5 masks = 10 different backgrounds




I talk a lot about not wasting residual mists left on masks when working on projects but using the leftover mists to create new backgrounds for other projects. Today I'm sharing how you can use 5 masks to create 10 different backgrounds. :)

When you have a mask that has more detailed cut-outs, what you get when you press a clean cardstock on the mask with residual mist is a negative image of the original mask.


The impression you get will vary with the intensity of the mist colours you choose and how much mist is actually applied. 

Mixing vibrant colours can get you very cool results especially if you let the colours mix a little on the mask first.

Sometimes the results can be unexpectedly different. Because I sprayed a lot of mist on the script mask, I got some really interesting effects after.

Remember that you can always cover up parts you don't like with patterned paper so have fun with your masks and mists!

There you have it, 5 different masks = 10 different backgrounds. What do you think? Ready to give this a spin?
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26 comments:

  1. EvelinJanuary 17, 2013 at 8:06 AM

    nice! I don't have any masks, though... maybe I should get some in the future :D

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  2. Sherry EckbladJanuary 17, 2013 at 8:35 AM

    Awesome! I have some mask and they are right by my desk but never use them. Might have to make those a priority more this year.

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  3. Linda BreedloveJanuary 17, 2013 at 8:40 AM

    I very interesting mix of backgrounds... it's funny how you can get such a different look using the same stencil on the opposite side. Thanks for the lesson, Yvonne! Great work on them all, but I love the stars best!

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  4. Alice January 17, 2013 at 9:26 AM

    you are a genius, girl! looking at your layouts make me want to scrapbook again. love love your use of masks. gotta go and get me some! thanks so much for sharing, Yvonne!

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  5. UnknownJanuary 17, 2013 at 9:34 AM

    wow what a post.I have one bottle of mist thanks to you but no mask...so mission next is to procure more mists and some masks.fabulous effects with bot masks and the residues left on masks.

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  6. MitraleeJanuary 17, 2013 at 9:53 AM

    Yvonne, you rock! Love your tutorial! I think the next one needs to be on what you use for some of your masks...don't you use some homemade ones that don't require much investment? I have a couple of plastic doilies I hoard for my misting. LOVE THEM!

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  7. Creations by ShirlJanuary 17, 2013 at 10:35 AM

    Wonderful selection of your layouts.. You are a genius in putting them together - great details and fun elements to each LO....
    TFS - enjoy your wonderful day!

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  8. Dr Sonia S VJanuary 17, 2013 at 10:44 AM

    Amazing stuff Yvonne

    Cheers
    Dr Sonia

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  9. Julie Tucker-WolekJanuary 17, 2013 at 11:03 AM

    You always ROCK the mists and masks!! FABULOUS!!!!

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  10. Holly AKA KopyKatJanuary 17, 2013 at 11:45 AM

    How come it looks like you do this on purpose and it was a mask? lol. Love them all.

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  11. Annette AllenJanuary 17, 2013 at 11:51 AM

    Your amazing.. !!!

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  12. Michelle LooiJanuary 17, 2013 at 12:45 PM

    <3 <3 <3!

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  13. RoseJanuary 17, 2013 at 1:01 PM

    girlfriend you rock the masks :)

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  14. HussenaJanuary 17, 2013 at 3:10 PM

    Your post today has almost convinced me to go buy some mist and mask riteaway ...you really do create magic with them:):) ...its so interesting to see how both the positive and negative images yield such different results...I have to say I am hooked :)

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  15. Tone-LillJanuary 17, 2013 at 5:10 PM

    Thanks for tips about the masks. I have only one but waiting for the nice postman to drop me 2 more with some other goodies lol. Can't wait to give it a try :) x

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  16. mandyseaJanuary 17, 2013 at 5:11 PM

    So many fabulous ideas Yvonne!! Makes me want to get out my mists! LOVE each LO... colourful and happy!

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  17. SamJanuary 17, 2013 at 6:12 PM

    i have some mask and me being cheapskate also soak up the residue of the mist using another card stock. but you seriously rock all the mask! how i wish i could be as productive and creative as u!!

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  18. Angi BarrsJanuary 17, 2013 at 11:49 PM

    Super clever ideas. I've always wanted to try using masks.

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  19. sandiJanuary 18, 2013 at 12:05 AM

    Amazing! Love all! Fabulous!

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  20. Emily KeatonJanuary 18, 2013 at 12:38 AM

    All 10 of these layouts are absolutely irresistible!

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  21. Kirsty VittetoeJanuary 18, 2013 at 2:47 AM

    Awesome post, I love misting and masking!!!!

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  22. UnknownJanuary 18, 2013 at 7:49 AM

    All these pages look great. I really need to used my mist sprayers a bit more.

    Hugs~

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  23. Cindy deRosierJanuary 19, 2013 at 1:27 AM

    I love seeing it all laid out like this! Question: do you press the wet mask to paper, or press the paper to the wet mask?

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  24. Audrey PettitJanuary 20, 2013 at 12:02 AM

    What I totally love about this is the unique and surprise results you get that make your layouts so artsy and one of a kind! You make me wish I had some stencils! :)

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  25. ANUPAMA CHOUDARYJanuary 22, 2013 at 8:18 AM

    Guess what...I like the LOs with residual mist more :)))
    Great job, Yvonne!

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  26. Ella SwanJanuary 23, 2013 at 2:56 AM

    I actually do this already - like you I hate to waste! But I am not as organised as you to get all my layouts side by side and compare in a post like this - great!!

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Thanks for visiting my blog and taking time to leave a comment. I really appreciate it. Have an awesome day!:)

Cheers, Yvonne.