A Summer Bouquet in Layers of Orange

Hello Crafty Friends!

Mixed media card with with watercolor florals, stencilled texture, and die-cut greenery

Today I am sharing another mixed media card that I made to participate in the Altenew June 2025 Inspiration Challenge. You can check it out here: https://blog.altenew.com/june-2025-inspiration-challenge/

🛠 Altenew Materials Used

• Sweet Nasturtium Layering Die Set

• Craft A Flower: Poppy Layering Die Set

• Just Leaves Die Set

• Zero Waste: Wildflower Meadow Die

• Zero Waste: Berries and Branches Die

• XOXO Die from the XOXO & More Die Set

• Vintage Motifs Background Stencil

• Watercolor 36 Pan Set

• Watercolor Paper (9 x 12 Watercolor Paper Pad - Cold Pressed)

🎨  Process

The background features ink smooshing, ink splatters and ink blending through the Vintage Motifs Background Stencil. The focal point is a bouquet of flowers die-cut from watercolor paper and painted in a variety of orange. The flowers are surrounded by die-cut greenery in a variety of papers. A die-cut XOXO conveys affection to the recipient.

Nasturtium and Poppy Layered Flowers in Orange on an ink-smooshed and stencilled background

💌 Over to You

I’d love to know what you think! How do you use mixed media on your cards? Tag me on Instagram @caracaro33—I’d love to cheer you on.

And if you’re feeling inspired, why not join the Altenew Challenge too? It’s a fantastic way to spark new ideas—and you just might win a gift card to Altenew!

Until next time—happy crafting! 🎨🧡 ✂️