Today I’m sharing a fun mixed media art journal page I created for the Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenge. The theme really inspired me to play with texture, color, and a bit of humor.

For the background, I used Distress Stain Sprays to create those rich brown and grungy tones I absolutely love. I added layers of collaged paper scraps, bits of old book pages, and stitched details for extra depth. The bold white “hello” script adds contrast and movement across the page.

The quirky little bird is from Tim Holtz’s stamp collection—colored with Distress Pencils for that perfectly imperfect watercolor look. I couldn’t resist finishing it off with the funny sentiment:

“Not only does my mind wander, sometimes it walks off completely.”

I think we all relate to that one sometimes!

This page combines everything I adore about mixed media—texture, humor, and expressive layering.

Have a nice day

Kate