This tutorial is a detailed guide to producing a mixed media collage based on rust similar to the one illustrated. Working with recycled cardboard, this ‘how to’ guide will provide you with the skills to create your own unique piece of embroidered collage art.

Step-by-step instructions on how to mix paint colours and apply them to imitate rust.

Links to free YouTube videos to demonstrate machine embroidery techniques to create textures.

You can either work online or print the instructions.

Work at your own pace to create your own interpretation of this exciting project.