How do you create the most exciting mixed media art?


It starts with your personality.



Using your favorite paint colors, stencils, mark making tools and marks, we will create a chunky pile of crinkly, luscious hand decorated papers.


Using these papers in your books, art journal pages and collages is the secret to develop a style that is YOUR signature style.

Create with Things You Already Own


Use the paints you already have, the papers from your stash, the mark making tools, stencils, stamps and things that you have already collected. Let me show you how to turn them into treasured papers for creating. You'll want to make these papers many times per year.



The Mixed Media Messy Papers that you create in this class are perfect for use in:

  • handmade journals
  • collage art
  • art journaling

Enroll in Mixed Media Messy Papers



Willa Workshops Generic FAQs


  • What is your refund policy?
  • There are no refunds on online courses


  • How long do I have access to this course if I purchase it?
  • You will have “Lifetime” Access to all classes unless otherwise mentioned—"Lifetime" is relevant to the lifespan of the Willa Workshops business (I don't plan on leaving anytime soon!) or the longevity of the technology


  • Does this class have subtitles/closed captioning?
  • All classes should have English, Spanish, and French subtitles. Some classes may have more language options. Please contact me if you notice a video does not have closed captioning!


  • How do I watch these classes?
  • All Willa Workshops lesson content is prerecorded video. Once your purchase is complete, you will have instant access to the classroom, and are free to work through the content at your own pace
  • You can access Teachable and watch the lessons in your browser (PC, Mac, Android) or the Teachable app for iOS (recommended for iPhone and iPad)


  • Are the class videos downloadable?
  • No, at least not available as local downloads to your device. The Teachable app for iOS may allow you to download lessons for offline playback.


  • Can I share access to these courses with another person?
  • No. One student per registration. This is an honor system that if violated will result in your removal from the course with no refund.


  • Can I post images of what I create from these courses on social media?
  • Please do! Always tag @willa.wanders and mention the course in your post description


  • Can I sell the art projects that I learn to make in these courses?
  • Yes! Please keep them for yourself, give them as a gift, or sell them.