Today is the start of the 2022 Annual Catalogue (link to PDF below) and there are so many new products from which to choose. I have a series of cards for you using the Botanical Layers stamp set with the Lovely Layers Vellum and the 2022-2024 In Colors (Sweet Sorbet, Parakeet Party, Starry Sky, Tahitian … Continue reading Botanical Layers and Lovely Layers Vellum→
I have previously posted examples of the Blended Alcohol Background here. Today I have another 2 cards using the technique with dry embossing. Once again, thanks so much to Patty Bennett a US Stampin' Up! demonstrator for the inspiration. To ensure that the colours of the background and image do not 'muddy' each other, blend … Continue reading More Blended Alcohol Background with Dry Embossing→
I have previously posted examples of the Blended Alcohol Background here. Today I am taking it a step further by dry embossing the vellum before using the technique. I have 2 cards today and will have another 2 cards in next Sunday's post. Thanks so much to Patty Bennett a US Stampin' Up! demonstrator for … Continue reading Blended Alcohol Background with Dry Embossing→
Today I am using the Blended Alcohol Technique to create some die cuts. Tips: Using the background for die cuts adds so much texture to your project.Supplies to create the Blended Alcohol background:Vellum90% or above Isopropyl AlcoholStampin’ Blends Alcohol Markers - Cinnamon Cider, Granny Apple Green and Balmy Blue used herePaint Brush or Water PainterHow … Continue reading Blended Alcohol Background with Meadow Dies→
I am showcasing some of the new In Colors with the Blended Alcohol Background Technique to create two quick and easy cards. I used a quarter sheet of A4 vellum for this project, then cut it and to create two quick and easy cards. The In Colors used were Soft Succulent, Evening Evergreen, Fresh Freesia.Supplies … Continue reading Blended Alcohol Background with Blossoms in Bloom→
For the latest Sketch Challenge at splitcoaststampers.com I am taking the double dare and have created a swing easel card. The sketch .... My card ... My art panel started out as a Blended Alcohol background on watercolor paper. The results were nothing like that on vellum and I was not happy with the effect. … Continue reading Swing Easel Card for the Sketch Challenge at Splitcoaststampers→