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How to Cut Painted Paper with the ScanNCut

If you love creating unique painted papers for your mixed media projects, you’re going to love this technique! One of my favorite ways to use the ScanNCut is to cut intricate designs from my hand-painted papers, transforming them into elements for cards, collages, and other creative projects.

In this video, I share:

  • How to cut various types of paper, from sulphite paper to deli paper.
  • Tips for dealing with curled or textured papers.
  • How to use spray adhesive for better results.
  • Why background scanning is a game-changer for precise placement.
  • The magic of the rotary blade for delicate materials.

Watch the full video below to see these tips in action:

https://youtu.be/MyPff8050Aw

A Few Pro Tips:

  • Keep your paper as flat as possible for the best cutting results.
  • If your paper has a lot of texture, a spray adhesive can help secure it to the mat.
  • Use background scanning to position your design exactly where you want it.
  • The rotary blade is fantastic for cutting super-thin papers like deli paper. (BTW: If you don’t have a ScanNCut, check out my post about hand cutting your own deli paper doilies.)

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Julie Fei-Fan Balzer

Based outside of Boston, Julie Fei-Fan Balzer is a painter, printmaker, and collage artist who constructs vibrant compositions. Her artwork investigates the interplay of identity and perception, inviting viewers to take a longer look. Julie works in layers, both physically and metaphorically, exploring what is visible and what is concealed. Passionate about connecting with and inspiring other artists, she shares her expertise through in-person workshops and her online classroom at MyArtPractice.com. Julie's achievements include high-profile clients, multiple publications - including her book, “Carve Stamp Play” - and exhibits in New York City and throughout Massachusetts. She is a graduate of Brown University.

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