Return of the blob
5-steps guide for Return of the blob:
original image

Entry guide: step 1 of 5

Top layer. lasso tool, fill white. Gaussian blur, blend mode set to overlay
Entry guide: step 2 of 5

next layer down, a copy of the top layer. More blur, blend mode set to multiply.
Entry guide: step 3 of 5

Copy of background image + layer mask to add shadows and dirt set to color burn.
Entry guide: step 4 of 5

Another layer mask, set to normal blend mode at 75% opacity.
Entry guide: step 5 of 5

Main layer.
final result

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