CAS Watercolour August Salt Techniques

Another creative CAS Watercolour Challenge: Salt Techniques!

This was my 1st Salt Background Technique that I tried and I Loved the Results!

My 1st step was to look at a youtube video that was provided by our host Bonnie (Stamping with Klass).  I watched Using Salt by Tom Fleming (5:00).

Then I used Strathmore Cold Press 140# paper and generously wet with a flat paint brush.  Next I used my Gamsai Tambi solid Watercolour Paints for my Watercolour Wash.  I dabbed just a little with a paper towel.  Still pretty wet,  but without puddles. 

The fun part next...sprinkled with sea salt and table salt.  Then the magic began as the salt bleached some of the watercolour wash.

I let dry and then die cut the outside of wash and added a few splatters with left over paint.  Die Cut the center of wash and then searched for the perfect die cut in my stash from my girlfriend Susan (Cardmaker's Garret). I used this beautiful Memory Box "Honey Blossom" Die that is now on my wishlist.

I attached with glue and added Wink of Stella Glitter.  So pretty IRL!   Stamped my sentiment and popped up my main image using fun foam.  I love the colors and textures created by the salt background.   

Be sure and check out our CAS Watercolour Challenge for the samples and different techniques using salt from our very talented DT and our Amazing Guest Designer Ros (Mikey's Mom).   Hugs..

Supplies: 
Stamps: SU You're A Gem (ret)
Paper: Strathmore 140# Cold Press Watercolour Paper
Inks: Kuretake Gamsai Tambi Watercolour Paints and Archival Black ink.
Accessories: Memory Box "honey Blossom " and "Stitched Rectangles" Dies. SU Fine Tip Glue Pen, fun foam ($ store), flat paint brush, water, paper towels, couse sea salt and table salt.