Tim Holtz Funky Floral and Funky Foliage

Hi Everyone!

This is a mini tutorial (I know it’s a stretch to even call it that) to show you my process for making these super cool flowers and foliage by Tim Holtz. I wasn’t planning to do a tutorial so I only have a few pics this time. But please feel free to ask me any questions you have.

I love using manilla file folders for these type of dies because they have nice body and take the paints and stains well. I usually cut them into fourths first because it’s about the size for my cutting pads for my Big Shot.

I wanted a variety of colors and shades and textures so I used Tim Holtz Distress Spray Stains in the following combinations:

1- Mustard Seed and Wild Honey

2- Spiced Marmalade, Ripe Persimmon, and Picked Raspberry

3 - Peeled Paint, Crushed Olive, Mowed Lawn, Peacock Feathers, Pine Needle, Seedless Preserves and Aged Mahogany

I put the file folder piece in an empty box and spray from a distance of approximately 10” in some places and moving in closer in others so I would have different patterns and textures and depth of color.

The next time I do this I’ll create a short video so you can see how fun and easy this is. It provides a lot of color in a short time.

After they dried I just cut them out in my Big Shot and assembled in various combinations so I would have a bunch to use for some upcoming projects. Such a fun process!!

Even though this was super short, I hope you enjoyed it!

Thanks so much!

Laurie :)