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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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  • 3 day Sale starts today!! Double Z-fold card with Meandering Meadow; free project sheet & video!


    The Seasonal Sale started today!  It includes the items from the Annual 2023 listed below:

    To see all the products go to the online store > Specials > Seasonal Sale
    • Ribbons & Trim
    • Paper: Cards and envelopes (including memories and more), Cardstock, Packaging, Patterned Paper, Specialty Paper, grid paper, masking paper watercolor paper
    • Ink: Ink Pads (including Classic, Versamark, Stazon, and Memento), Ink Refills, Ink Spots, Uninked Pads, Alcohol Markers, Stampin' Write Markers

    *This sale ends Thursday; you can expect some items to go to unavailability status so don't delay. 

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    Have you ever made a double Z-fold card?  They look difficult but honestly they are quite simple!  I shared how in last week's video tutorial. I also have a free printable project sheet for you!

    I featured the new Meandering Meadows 6" designer series paper from the Online Exclusives. It's stunning with 12 different watercolor scenes!  

    I love how the printed strip on the bottom has the colorful stream; it matches the DSP on the card perfectly!  I sure do love this new paper!  I will be featuring it in a December card kit to go. And these cards may be included! 

    At first I was going to leave it quite simple on the left front, then I thought of the Bough punch and tried that.  I liked it so I added it to both cards which you can see below.

    *Click here to download or print the free project sheet for these cards. Download Meandering Meadows Z-fold card They include the measurements, supplies, step by step directions and photos.  

    I used Balmy Blue for both card layers and added Garden Green and a bit of Highland Heather with the punches. 

    It's hard to tell but I used two different sheets of this pretty designer paper here.  One for the left two panels and another for the large one on the right. Then I was able to trim the bottom DSP layer off and use it for the 1" strips on the bottom layers. A perfect match! 

    You can see a glimpse of each sheet in the photo below.  It's 6 X 6" in size and filled with watercolor scenes. This type of designer paper allows you to let the pretty scenes do the work for you. Click here to see it. 



    You can see the video tutorial for this card and two more below and if you click here. 

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  • Multiple ideas for the new Meandering Meadows DSP; with free project sheet & video


    Last week's Live video featured the new and stunning Meandering Meadows designer paper. I shared 4 great ways to use it from quite simple to a special fun fold card. This designer paper is a new release among our Online Exclusives. There are lots of new products out this week; see them all here. 

    Today I'm sharing this card; a new way to feature both sides of your designer paper.

    See how the upper left and lower right corners are flipped?  I simply marked the edges at 2 1/2" and cut off each corner.  Then flipped it over to show the opposite side of the designer paper.  

    Next add a thin strip of coordinating Garden Green card stock.   

    The second card above is made with Balmy Blue. The greetings are from the So Sincere stamp set in the 2023 Holiday catalog; a go to favorite of mine.  The greeting die-cut on the left is the 'All That' dies and the right is the Lasting Label punch.  

    Click here to get the free project sheet; save it or print it out. Download Meandering Meadows diagonal corner flip card

    You can see a glimpse of each sheet in the photo below.  It's 6 X 6" in size and filled with watercolor scenes. This type of designer paper allows you to let the pretty scenes do the work for you. Click here to see it. 



    You can see the video tutorial for this card and two more below and if you click here. 

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    November Specials: 

    The Seasonal Sale starts tomorrow; ends Thursday!

    Get a stack of free cards from me with online orders:

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  • Exciting ‘Stock up’ Seasonal Sale starts Tuesday!


    From 14–16 November 2023, you can save on these items from the 2023-24 Annual Catalog:

    *I don't have an exact product list yet; but am assuming papers includes designer papers and card stock. We'll know for sure on Tuesday, the 14th when the items show at a discount in my store. 

    This is a great time for you to get crafting supplies in colors you’ve been craving. Or stock up on paper crafting essentials—every cute card starts with cute paper!

    Start making your list and save on colors & products you've been wanting.

    Have fun shopping & please use a host code!

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