Foxy Oxi

Use your OxiClean® to create a distressed looking background.

Supplies

Step-by-Step

1. Step 1

   Start applying ink to your cardstock.
   

   

2. Continue until your entire cardstock is covered in ink.
   
   Variation:
   You can add ink with watercolor brush instead of sponging for a slightly different look.
   

   

3. Step 2

   Sprinkle some OxiClean™ on your cardstock.
   

   

4. Step 3

   Spray water over the OxiClean and let sit for about 30 seconds.

   

5. Step 4

   Clean off all the OxiClean crumbs. It's easier to do when your cardstock is dry. Use a heat gun to speed up the drying process.
   

   

6. Your distressed background is done.
   
   Hint:
   Every paper and ink reacts different with OxiClean.

   

7. Step 5

   Once the cardstock is completely dry you can stamp on it. Use cardstock piece either completely or trim down to size with cutting dies.

   

8. Finish your card.
   
   Hint:
   Use bold colors or black for stamping over the background. OxiClean keeps on bleaching your images out a bit. Finish your card.
   

   

Video!

Your Turn

You've seen the tutorial, now you try it! We've got a section of the gallery set aside for Foxy Oxi. Try this technique, then upload your artwork to the gallery. Show us your creations!

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