Uploaded March 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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No gel plate? No problem! Today, I’m experimenting with three budget-friendly surfaces to see what kind of prints we can create. From thrifted photo inserts to fun foam, let’s see what works (and what doesn’t!) in this easy DIY printmaking session.

Video Inspiration:

Gelli Plate Printing & DIY Labels, Beginner Friendly (Pt 1)
youtu.be/RGOk-vZEa8Y
Easy Junk Journaling for Your Soul, Free with Scraps
youtu.be/-JDwDcu3DhI
Glue Book Play, Composition Notebook Art & Happy Mail
youtu.be/3L2BkUiD0NU

Supplies Used Today:
Fun Foam
Silicone Mat (Shiny Side)
Thrifted Photo Album Insert
Acetate Sheet
Acrylic Paints & Brayer

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