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Marbling is such a fun technique. Sure, it's usually a kid's craft, but speaking from personal experience, it's also great for crafty adults. Not just fun, but the gorgeous results will work for Valentine's Day hearts, wedding invitations, or just a notepad and envelopes. You probably already have the supplies in the house, so what are you waiting for?!
Check out this episode of DIY This With Jennifer Perkins, all about shaving cream marbling. You can see the techniques in action.
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Supplies:
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Fill a shallow dish with shaving cream and smooth flat. White foam cream (not gel) works best. If you're working with very young children who still put their hands in their mouths, consider using whipped cream instead.
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Sprinkle food coloring on top of the shaving cream. Using a spatula gently fold the mixture.
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Add a second color and run a bamboo skewer or pointed object through the colors trailing gently through the shaving cream. Make sure there are no blank spaces, but don't mix up the colors too much either.
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Place the cardstock into the shaving cream, pressing gently. Pull off the paper and scrape off the excess shaving cream with a ruler in one continuous motion to reveal the grain. Let it dry.
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The fun part is putting your gorgeous new paper to use. Write letters, cut out shapes for a banner, or use the pieces in your mixed media art. Experiment using other color mediums such as thin paint, liquid watercolor, and dye.
