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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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  • Best of the Clearance Rack!


    I thought I'd highlight a few of my favorite finds on the clearance rack. 

    I ordered this kit for my future daughter-in-law. She loves to stamp & create but doesn't have a lot of products yet.  Our kits are perfect for her.  It's item #158375   See it here. 

    This kit is just $8.80 (it was $22) and includes:
    * Love, Santa Photopolymer Stamp Set
    * Acrylic stamp block
    * Night of Navy Classic Stampin’ Spot
    * Precut pieces (No prep work! Get right to crafting)
    * Makes 12 tags: 3 each of 4 designs
    **Adhesive-backed sequins
    * Adhesive to complete projects
    * Printed designer box for storage or crafting on the go: 9-7/8" x 6-1/2" x 2-3/4" 

    There are so many more kits available in our kit collection. If you're looking for great gifts for crafters most are all inclusive and really do make a fabulous gift! I'm surprised some of them are still in stock!  See them all here. 

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    Texture Chic Memories & More cards are the perfect start to easy but beautiful cards or memory keeping. 

    They were $10 and are now $4. The item # is 159201 and can be seen here. 

    It includes 50 cards in two sizes and 4 sticker sheets.  They pair perfectly with the Texture Chic Memories & more cards & envelopes!

    There are 20 printed cards and envelopes that coordinate with the M & More cards above. These are big cards – 4 1/4" X 6 1/4". They were $12 and are now $4.80.  Item #159202 

    I love these for quick cards; they're perfect for a beginner stamper or quick cards. I often change them up by trimming the cards or using them in unexpected ways. See them here. 

    There are many more great items left on the Clearance Rack; be sure to check them out right away. 


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  • Sparkling Snowflakes Easy 5 Card Wonder with free templates & video


    I'm excited to share today's project. You may know this but I LOVE stamping one sheet wonders! I have created many of them and the layers & templates to make them super easy to use. *see them here

    On last week's Live video I shared these pretty snowflake cards; made with my Easy 5 card wonder templates. 

    I used the Sparkling Snowflakes stamp set seen here. Snowflakes can be wintery or holiday; they're quite versatile.  I added greetings using the Tailor Made Tags & Stylish Shapes dies with a bit of Elegant trim cording. 

    My colors include Coastal Cabana, Pretty Peacock, Pool Party & Fresh Freesia. 

    I started out with a full 8 1/2" X 11" sheet of Basic White card stock. I stamped the snowflakes down the center so some would be on each of the card front pieces.  Each piece measures 3 1/2" X 4 3/4". 

    You can see the stamped pieces below.  There is very little waste.  I love being able to create my own patterns with different color combos.  It's so fun and reminds me why I love stamping! 

    After you've stamped and cut your 5 layers, you can choose to stamp your greetings in the open area or add greetings using a punch or die-cut.

    Now choose a coordinating piece of card stock to create the colored layers for the card fronts. Below is the template with measurements. Again it starts with an 8 1/2" X 11" piece of colored card stock. Each piece measures 3 5/8" X 4 7/8".

    **Get the free project sheet with measurements, supplies and directions here: Download Easy 5 card wonder Sparkling Snowflakes

    Did you know you can see all of my free project sheets in one place? Click here to see them all. Make sure you subscribe to my blog so you don't miss any. *right side column under 'get email updates'.

    Click on this link to watch the video or on the photo below.  It's the first project. 

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    There are tons of designer papers, gems, specialty papers, card & envelope combos, card kits, punches & more! 

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    There's a new card kit in our Kits Collection.  It's called the Painted Wishes card kit and it's beautiful! *See it here 

    Makes 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs
    * Folded card size: 5-1/2"" x 4-1/4" 
    * 9 pre-printed envelopes
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    * Gold cord

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