I used a stencil to create this mandala. I used it in the most basic of ways and that feels a little like cheating. I often use stencils but usually, they are a jumping-off point. That feels more creative to me. However, this stencil is gorgeous and needs nothing added to it. Plus the background is quite busy so enough is enough. I used embossing powder on the vellum. I wasn't sure how the vellum would react to the heat gun. I was careful to keep it at a distance and it worked perfectly. I created the background with alcohol ink markers. They work perfectly. Since creating this background I have played more with the markers and found a way to make them less blotchy looking, more blendy.