Liquid Shaker Card

Capture the sparkle of the ocean in this updated gel card tutorial.

Supplies

Step-by-Step

1. Step 1 (Optional)

   Apply color to the panel that will be layered behind the shaker. Liquid watercolor was applied to a watercolor paper panel here.

   

2. Step 2

   Fill a plastic baggie with hair gel. Be sure to have enough gel to spread and fill the opening of the shaker frame.

   

3. Step 3

   Add liquid colorant to hair gel and mix in the baggie (liquid watercolors were used here - reinkers or watercolor powders would also work).

   

4. Step 4

   Mix in any solid additives to hair gel. Glitter was added here - sequins or mica flakes might be other choices.

   

5. Step 5

   After sealing bag securely, fold down the top (and sides if needed) to fit behind the shaker frame. Use tape adhesive to secure.

   

6. Step 6

   Tape the shaker baggie closed to ensure no leakage occurs.

   

7. Step 7

   Using tape adhesive, adhere frame to shaker bag.

   

8. Step 8

   Using foam tape adhere the frame and shaker bag to the colored panel.

   

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10. Step 9

    Complete the card.

    

Video!

Your Turn

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

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