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Cool technique with the Wink of Stella pen!


There are times I like to color and others that I don't. I came up with this cool technique using the Wink of Stella pen and White Craft ink to highlight my main image. 

I pressed a clear block directly onto my White Craft ink pad and used that to pick up the ink with my Wink of Stella pen. You sure don't have to use a clear block but I didn't want to get Wink of Stella in my ink pad. You could use a paper plate or any other non porous surface.   

I used Purple Posy, Pool Party and Seaside Spray on the cards below. 

Technique tips:

  • Light colored card stock works best here; the White ink can obscure the stamped image on dark card stock.
  • Squeeze out a bit of the Wink of Stella liquid to make a small puddle to mix with the White ink for easier painting. 
  • Paint the image once and go back and highlight parts of it if you want more 'lightness'. 
  • Black Memento ink works fine to stamp your image
  • This should work nicely on a heat embossed image! 
  • You can use the White Craft ink refill instead of an ink pad but a little drop goes a long way! 

I also used Versamark to create a background effect on the card base, stamping the main image multiple times. I love how soft a Versamark background is and I don't use it near enough.  This repetitive stamping could be very busy if done in black or a darker color.  

Here's the video with 3 different coloring techniques! 

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  • 2 Incredible new kits – Christmas ornaments & a Card keeper box & cards


    I love that Stampin' Up! released 2 new kits at the beginning of each month.  Kits by Stampin’ Up! are perfect for new crafters, busy crafters, or crafters who want quick and easy projects. All-inclusive project kits have everything you need in one box! 

    Aren't they beautiful!  And what a beautiful gift or gift add-on!  Click here to see it in the online store. 

    Here's a photo of the supplies included in this kit.  It makes 9 ornaments in 3" and 4" size. 

    Both of these kits are $25. 

    Next is the Card Keeper kit. A convenient box filled with all occasion cards! Click here to see it. 

    Kit includes:
    * Predesigned projects
    * Step-by-step instructions
    * Precut pieces (No prep work! Get right to crafting)
    * Makes 10 cards: 5 each of 2 designs, and 1 card container (includes lid)
    * Folded card size: 5-1/2" x 4-1/4" (14 x 10.8 cm)
    * Card container size: Approx. 8-1/4" x 6-1/4" x 6"

    Below you can see the contents of this neat kit. 

    Give as a gift or try them yourself. Kits are while supplies last. 

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  • Check out these Cute Fun Fold swaps by my Flowerbug’s


    I haven't shared these adorable fun fold cards made by some of my Flowerbug's.  

    First is a happy card made by Joan featuring the Sweet Peas stamp set seen here.  

    I LOVE her bright colors of Lemon Lime Twist with Berry Burst and Pretty Peacock.  She really made use of the Spotlight on Nature dies – 2 in the front AND two in the inside! These dies are unavailable right now but should be back in stock next week. 

    It's a Dutch Door card fold and she really jazzed it up with layers!  See the cute Sweet Peas stamp set here. 

    Measurements:

    • The card base is 8 1/2" X 5 1/2" and she trimmed off the front half at 2 3/4". 
    • Dutch door card stock is 2 1/2" X 4" on the front & inside
    • stamped White is 3 3/4" X 2 1/4" on the front & inside. 
    • White inside is 4" X 5 1/4" 

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    Next is a sweet card made by Jacki who chose the Ice Cream Swirl stamp set.  

    She featured the Bright & Beautiful designer paper seen here.  Look at the detail on these dies!  

    And she created a gift card holder too. 

    Measurements:

    • Granny Apple Green 4" X 5 1/2", inside pocket is 4 1/4" X 3 1/2"
    • White 8 1/2" X 5 1/4" score at 2 1/2" & 6 1/2", inside white is 4" X 3 1/4"
    • Designer paper 1 3/4" X 5" 

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  • A fun layout for the Full of Life designer paper – video & free project sheet too!


    Before I share today's project I have to shout out that the new Holiday catalog starts today! Plus my Open House & BOGO event is today from 4:30 – 6 pm. 

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    I LOVE the Full of Life designer series paper!  This card shows just how fabulous it is!

    The clouds and sun die-cuts make this card extra special. They're from the Brightest Skies dies seen here.  The greeting is from the My Small Business stamp set seen here. 

    It was one of my August Card Club projects and everyone loved it. I coordinated the designer paper to match the card bases; here's another example below:

    The greeting for this one is from the Trusty Tools stamp set. 

    I created a free project sheet for you; click on the following link to download or print it.  Download August Club '24 Full of Life clouds

    Below is the video for this card and a neat fun fold card featuring new Holiday catalog products. Don't forget to subscribe to my YouTube Channel while you're there.  I post a new video each week! 

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