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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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  • Delicate Dahlias with a 2-toned color technique


    Here's a card I made for an online swap I participated in.  I needed to use an item from the new Sale-a-Bration catalog and the Delicate Dahlias stamp set was my first choice of sets.  

    It has a large dahlia along with a smaller flower image as well. And both are 2-step stamps with outline and solid, dystinktive images to match.  It also has two sets of leaves and 4 wonderful greetings as well!  

    The triple-rectangles frame is a die-cut called Picture This dies.  You get 2 dies in the set; a set of rectangles and one of circles.  What I love most about these dies is that you can use both; the small stitched pieces OR the large frame!  See it here in the online store. 

    Can you see the multiple hues of colors on these flowers? I inked the large solid dahlia in Pale Papaya ink first.  Then with a sponge dauber I added Calypso Coral ink on the outside and the center.  Then huff and stamp.  Clean between each inking. The small flowers are stamped in Calypso Coral ink and fussy cut.

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    I shared my retired BOGO items for sale on FB Live last week.  There are over 100 items left; mostly stamps, dies, bundles and embossing folders.  You can see the video here on YouTube.   However the most updated list is in the album here on my FB page. *I update & delete items as they are sold.

    This sale will stay open through August 14th.  If you have a list of current Stampin' Up! items you want to buy why not double dip and get lots more free with this BOGO?!  


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  • Colorful In Symmetry cards kit to go; 2nd kit in August


    Yesterday I shared the Blackberry Beauty August card kit to go and today I'm sharing the other option featuring the In Symmetry stamp set & 8 pre-cut cards. 

    I paired up the In Symmetry stamp set with the Beautifully Penned designer paper for these colorful cards.  Two of the 4 designs are fun folds. 

    Email me here by August 22nd to get this kit to go.  (Due to Stampin' Up!'s policy I cannot include a link to purchase this kit directly in my shop since it includes a stamp set.) 

    But you can get the PDF tutorial here. 

    This kit includes the following:

    • the In Symmetry photopolymer stamp set
    • 8 pre-cut cards including punched & die-cut pieces
    • the PDF tutorial *sent via email upon purchase ($15 value)
    • It will be mailed out via Priority Mail at the end of August 

    *This kit does not include stamped images, ink or rhinestones.  

    I used the following inks: Real Red, Black, Polished Pink, Daffodil Delight, Granny Apple Green and Highland Heather. 

    Opt in by emailing me here to get this kit by August 22nd.  Or save money & get this kit AND the Blackberry Beauty kit in August. I can send you an invoice for both. 


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    I shared my retired BOGO items for sale on FB Live last week.  There are over 99 items left; mostly stamps, dies, bundles and embossing folders.  You can see video here on YouTube.   However the most updated list is  in the album here on my FB page. *I update & delete items as they are sold.

    This sale will stay open through August 14th.  If you have a list of current Stampin' Up! items you want to buy why not double dip and get lots more free with this BOGO?!  


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    August Specials

    Host code: 7JB43RUH

    *click here to order

    All online orders will receive a free PDF tutorial filled with projects featuring

    the Harvest Meadow Suite!

    Get the Cute Star Adhesive-Backed Sequins with a $50 online order from me in August! 

    Use this host code: H9HJQNC6

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  • Gorgeous Blackberry Beauty Cards Kit to Go!


    I couldn't wait to get my hands on this gorgeous Blackberry Beauty Specialty designer series paper!  It is even prettier in person.  I knew I had to feature it for my August card kit to go. These beautiful cards came together almost effortlessly!  

    This specialty paper# is stunning with the gold foil accents.  And the coordinating Blackberry Beauty Ephemera pack includes beautiful printed die-cuts and tags. The colors featured in it are Blackberry Bliss, Polished Pink, Early Espresso, Cinnamon Cider, Rich Razzleberry & Gold. 

      

    If you'd like to get this pre-cut cards kit to go, be sure to opt in by August 22nd here. The kits are mailed out at the end of August.  Or you can choose the PDF tutorial here. 

    This kit includes the following:

    • 1/2 pkg of new Blackberry Beauty Specialty DSP (6" X 12")
    • a share of the Elegant Faceted gems
    • Gold shimmer ribbon
    • 1/2 pkg of the Blackberry Beauty Ephemera pack
    • 10 pre-cut cards; 3 of the 5 designs are fancy folds!
    • the PDF tutorial including measurements, photos, supply list & step by step directions ($15 value)

    The kit does not include pre-stamped images, adhesive or stamps. I used a few stamp sets for greetings including the Peaceful Moments, Heartfelt Wishes and Artistically Inked sets. You can easily substitute stamps you already own. 

    *This kit will be mailed at the end of August, unless there are back orders. 

    Go here to order the kit to go. It's $28 plus shipping.

    Click here to purchase the PDF tutorial. $15

    The PDF tutorial is emailed to you immediately after payment. 

    *This kit is what my monthly kit subscribers will receive.  I have a 2nd kit option I'll share with you tomorrow. 


    I shared my retired BOGO items for sale on FB Live last week.  There are over 99 items left; mostly stamps, dies, bundles and embossing folders.  You can see video here on YouTube.   However the most updated list is  in the album here on my FB page. *I update & delete items as they are sold.

    This sale will stay open through August 14th.  If you have a list of current Stampin' Up! items you want to buy why not double dip and get lots more free with this BOGO?!  


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    August Specials

    Host code: 7JB43RUH

    *click here to order

    All online orders will receive a free PDF tutorial filled with projects featuring

    the Harvest Meadow Suite!

    Get the Cute Star Adhesive-Backed Sequins with a $50 online order from me in August! 

    Use this host code: H9HJQNC6

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