Oh My Goodness what a stunning photo for our inspiration this week. And it was a sad reminder to me that I haven't used Berry Burst as much as I should have. I will be sad to see it go, but then I'm sure I will fall in love with all the new colours instead.
In the meantime I've got stained fingers from playing with the ink for this card.
I was inspired by a card I saw on pinterest.
The technique involves
- placing drops of ink in the chosen on a piece of gladwrap. I used Berry Burst, Melon Mambo, Blackberry Bliss and the Wow factor with Copper Shimmer Paint.
- spritz the watercolour paper on both sides
- use the gladwrap to smoosh the ink around the wet watercolour paper for some amazing effects.
I had enough ink leftover on the gladwrap to colour a few panels and now I have a big stash of coloured bases. Each piece got a little less intense and it was lots of fun.
I used some of the leftover ink to colour a large piece of Shimmery White. Then I could use this to stamp the flowers and cut them out for the accent pieces.
I'm sad that both Floral Frames and Swirly Bird are retiring so it was great to use them for this card. Both sets haven't had enough use but I love them.
While I had the inks out and was experimenting with this technique I tried a second batch using the White Shimmer Paint in place of the Copper. I like them both but thought the flowers worked better embossed in white on this panel.
I hope you get a chance to play with these beautiful colours and can join us in our Facebook group with episode #56.
Next this week is the gorgeous and talented Denita
I hope you have a creative week and remember,
"don't just post online,
post something pretty!"
cheers, Liz
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The addition of the shimmer paint really makes the smooshed panel very striking! Lovely effect.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun technique to try out! Each one is a unique work of art!
ReplyDeleteI have loved these stamp sets and framelits too Liz. What an artist you are! The colouring is amazing and so striking. Gorgeous cards. And you're right, the White embossing does look pretty amazing.
ReplyDeleteI think I've looked at your photos about 10 times trying to pick up all the details! Love! The shimmer paint is a fabulous touch - can't wait to try this! Kelly x
ReplyDeleteThey're both gorgeous but I actually like the second one better! I agree that the white embossing really makes the flowers pop.
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