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Recent Posts

  • 3 Ways to Make Your Mixed Media Pages POP!3 Techniques to Make Your Mixed Media Pages POP!
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  • How to Make Collage Papers for FreeMake Gorgeous Collage Papers for Free
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  • How to Create Stunning Image Transfers with Isolation Layers
    Art Journal,  Techniques

    How to Create Stunning Image Transfers with Isolation Layers

    September 30, 2023 /

    Are you intimidated by the idea of using image transfers on your mixed media projects? Image transfers are a beautiful technique. But it can sometimes be hard to get great results, especially on a mixed media background. In today’s project I’ll show you how to can create a beautiful image transfer on a mixed media background that uses both resists and watercolor crystals. Hop-A-Long Studio is reader-supported. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no cost to you. Learn more. The Challenge with Image Transfers Having attempted image transfers in the past, I found that I often got mixed results. Part of it…

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    Nadine Milton

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    August 6, 2021
    How to Decoupage in an Art Journal

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    May 14, 2021
    Reviewing and testing the Best Zebra Pens

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    May 17, 2024
  • Amazing Art Journal Page Using a Vaseline Resist Technique
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    How to Create Vaseline Resist Techniques in Your Art Journal

    September 8, 2023 /

    Are you looking for interesting ways to add and remove layers on your art journal pages? Try this amazing Vaseline resist technique! I love this technique because it’s easy to do and Vaseline is one of the few mediums that will resist acrylic paint. Using Vaseline makes for very interesting effects on any art journal page, and it’s so easy to master! Hop-A-Long Studio is reader-supported. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no cost to you. Learn more. Creating a Vaseline Resist Start with the Background To create a beautiful Vaseline resist, we need to start with a background that will work…

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    Detail of Heart Focal Image from Valentine's Day Slimline Card

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    February 12, 2021
    Create this Easy Snake Book with 1 Sheet of Paper

    Create this Easy Snake Book with 1 Sheet of Paper

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  • How to use Resist Techniques with Alcohol Inks
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    How to use Resist Techniques with Alcohol Inks

    May 20, 2022 /

    Alcohol inks are a beautiful and vibrant medium and today I will share several ways to use resist techniques with alcohol inks in your projects. This resist technique will work with a variety of projects, including art journals, cards, and scrapbook pages. If you are new to alcohol inks, this is a beginner friendly technique that will help you get started. This article includes tips for getting great results with your alcohol inks. Hop-A-Long Studio is reader-supported. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no cost to you. Learn more. What is a Resist? A resist is created by adding a barrier layer…

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    Looking to Improve your Painting Skills? How to Paint a Tree with Ink using Yasutomo Traditional Chinese Ink Silver Black and Chinese & Watercolor Brushes

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    Wet on Wet Watercolor Technique

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    July 31, 2020
    Snowflake Christmas Card

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Nadine Milton

Visual Storyteller & Mixed Media Artist

Welcome to Hop-A-Long Studio! I would love for you to join me in the journey of self-care through artistic expression.

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  • 3 Ways to Make Your Mixed Media Pages POP!3 Techniques to Make Your Mixed Media Pages POP!
    In Art Journal, Techniques
  • How to Make Collage Papers for FreeMake Gorgeous Collage Papers for Free
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  • How to Choose an Art Journal You’ll Love
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