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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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  • Grab this deal while it lasts! Choose two or more kits and I’ll add a free stamp set surprise!


    I have excess inventory of these three card kits to go so I'm offering a special through July 15th. 

    I'll add a free, new stamp set (it's a surprise) to your package with the purchase of any 2 or more pre-cut kits in my Shop.  *see them all here

    Remember these kits include the following:

    • approximately $20 in Stampin' Up! products – such as designer paper, envelopes, ribbons, twine and embellishments
    • free PDF tutorial – a $15 value alone!
    • pre-cut (punched or die-cut) pieces
    • These are not pre-stamped; most need greetings and ink to complete

    1. This first set features the Stampin' Up!'s 2022-24 In Colors.  There's no measuring or cutting needed to finish these colorful cards; just stamp & assemble!  *see it here

    2. Next is a wonderful set of unique cards featuring the Ready to Ride specialty designer paper.  You'll love making these cards for both guys or gals!  

    You'll need a paper trimmer (for the designer paper only), adhesives, Black ink, greetings and a paper snips to complete the cards.  See it here

    3. And this one is a favorite; the Enjoy the Adventure cards & envelopes kit.  I just love the colors and the fact that it's the cards are all occasion with no stamping needed!  

    This kit includes 1/2 pkg. of Enjoy the Adventure Memories & More cards & envelopes plus the coordinating Enjoy the Adventure card pack.  These are 4 X 6" cards! You'll also receive a share of both Black gingham ribbon & basic rhinestones.  See it here.

     

    Don't forget that today is the last day of June and that means our designer paper and Starter Kit+ deals are almost over!  

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  • Join+ Promo ends tomorrow! Plus a neat layout for double-sided designer paper


    Tomorrow is the last day to take advantage of our June promotions.  

    The Starter Kit+ promotion includes $155 in products of your choice for just $99 and free shipping too! 

    Remember that even though this is a starter kit deal, you are not obligated to hold events or 'sell' products.  You can simply enjoy the discount on Stampin' Up! products as long as you wish. When you're done ordering you just stop.  Simple!

    My Team loves being a part of both Stampin' Up! and my group! I have a variety of demonstrators on my Team; from happy shoppers to those who hold classes & events. They enjoy lots of perks and a fabulous community of like minded stampers.  Message me with any questions.   Click here.

    The other awesome promotion is our designer paper sale – all regular designer papers in the Annual Catalog plus one Online Exclusive choice are 15% off.  June is the time to get your favorites while their on sale! See them all here. 

    Monday night I had my monthly Stamp with Me Live and made this neat card featuring the Inked Botanicals designer series paper. 

    It's such a neat card layout that truly makes the most of double sided designer series paper; showing both sides.  This Inked Botanicals DSP is on sale now; see it here. Scroll down a bit to see the video & measurements.  

    Here are a few more:

    The left card above is made with the Delightfully Eclectic paper seen here and the right is made with the Masterfully Made designer paper seen here. 

    I used the Kindest Expressions stamp set for the greetings and the Stylish Shapes and Countryside Corners dies.  

    Measurements:

    • Card base 5 1/2" X 8 1/2" score at 4 1/4"
    • Cardstock layer 5 1/4" X 4"
    • Designer paper – 4 pieces at 2 1/2" X 1 7/8", cut each in half on the diagonal.  
    • greeting sentiment piece and small strip for a banner 

    Here are all three cards I share in this video here.  I challenge my viewers to create a card using this layout and share it by July 23rd.  I'll draw a name or two for a door prize!  Go here to post yours.  

    Click on the photo below to watch the video: 

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  • Another way to use the Border Basics dies – cut once for two card front!


    Here's the third card I made for last week's live video; it also features the Masterfully Made designer paper, Wanted to Say dies and the Border Basics dies.  

    My colors are Lemon Lime Twist, Cherry Cobbler and White.   The flowers in this pretty designer paper are so real; you almost want to touch them.  

    You can see this beautiful designer paper here.  It's discounted in June; down to $10.62.

    The photo below shows both cards made with the same designer paper.  I loved this pattern so well I didn't change it up for the second card. 

    The greeting and hearts are all from the Wanted to Say dies seen here.  

    The pretty scalloped stitched border is made with the Border Basics dies seen here. Start with a piece of White card stock measuring 4" X 5 1/4" and cut it in half with the scalloped die-cut.  Now you have the start for two cards! 

    Below are all three cards made with this three products, all seen on the video below. 


    You can see how I made this card on the video here.  Or click on the photo below to watch. Remember to follow me on Facebook here or on my YouTube channel here. 

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