Today I am sharing with you a quick stamping tip for creating a large watercolor stripe on your card. I used distress markers to color directly onto an acrylic block.
Next I spritz the block with water and stamped directly onto watercolor paper. For this card I didn't quite color with my distress markers far enough down on my acrylic block. To compensate, I simply used the block to drag the excess ink down the card front. To add more texture to the watercolor stripe next I colored with markers on the acrylic block and stamped into the watercolor stripe without spritzing the block with water. You can see how I added that texture layered in the video. I also used a Misti Tool to stamp my image to ensure I got a nice crisp black impression.
I have a new challenge for you today! For JustRite Friday Challenge #128, I am asking you to create a card or project using JustRite images the might be found in nature such as flowers, plants, butterflies, etc.
I am continuing this week with a Fall theme because it's my favorite time of year but there are SO MANY stamps that would fit this theme. I used Oak Leaves small cling and tried my hand at a little water coloring. You can find the details on my card over on my blog here: http://bit.ly/1GzwaW0
The Winner for JRC#128 will receive a $25 Gift Certificate for use in the JustRite Store.
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CHALLENGE RULES:You will need to have a recently created project using JustRite Stamps and upload it to an online blog, gallery or photo hosting website with a link or reference to the challenge post. You may make and enter as many different projects as you'd like for our challenges. You will then need to link to your project back here on our blog post using the linking system for that challenge post. Please make certain your link is directly to your project, not just your general blog home page or overall photo gallery, so we can find it easily. (Links that are spam, commercial in content, or are not linked properly/directly to your project will be deleted). If you choose to upload your project to www.Splitcoaststampers.com OR ourFlickr gallery, please use the weekly challenge code (example:JRC_128 <== that's an underscore between the letters and numbers) in the keyword section of the Splitcoast project upload page or the tag section of the Flickr gallery.
You will have until Wednesday, Oct 28th, at 6:00 PM Central to make your project and enter a link to it below. Winners will be chosen and announced the next day (Thursday, Oct 29th) here on the JustRite Inspiration Blog. By entering our challenges, you grant JustRite Papercraft permission to use your artwork here on our blog as well as our company website gallery (with designer credit given and your blog post or gallery linked) or any possible advertising.
Before we get started with today's tutorial we need to announce the winner for Darsie's last Tutorial Tuesday Giveaway. Congratulations to Nora McPhee who left a comment on our YouTube Channel. Nora please send an email to [email protected] with your shipping information so that we can send you your gift card.
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A heartfelt thank you to everyone who left a comment on the giveaway. We loved reading every comment and you will see in our October Release that we were already working on some of the very things that were on your wish list. Join us on Oct 12th for the first day of our October Release.
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Start with stamp 1A the largest poinsettia piece. Begin by coloring directly on to the stamp using the red pastel.
Then using a paint brush begin to add water to the image.
Here is a tip – When adding water to a flower or similar type stamp (leaves) I tap the brush on each petal first so it evenly distributes the water that is in the brush. Next I blend the pastel with the water and then stamp the image.
I am using Strathmore Mixed Media paper. This paper is very heavy weight and ultra-smooth. You can use it with dry or wet media. I like using it when I am doing watercolor and stamping. I always get a nice crisp image. Next color the 1B stamp using the same pastel color and repeat the process. Add water, blend and stamp.
Here is another tip for lining up the images. On the 1B stamp there is a petal that is larger and rounder than the others. If you look at the 1A stamp you will see the space that is larger and the 1B stamp fits in that spot perfectly.
Next color the 1C stamp using Dark Ochre. Since this stamp is more detailed I found it easier to tap off most of the water on my brush and then instead of using the tip of the brush I used the side. Doing this will help to keep the color from running down in to all of the little spaces. Stamp the image.
Doing this will help to keep the color from running down in to all of the little spaces. Stamp the image.
For the center color stamp 1D. On this center piece I used two colors Yellow and Yellow Orange. I also used very little water for the center of the flower. If too much water is added the detail of the image is lost.
Moving on to the leaves I used stamps 3A and 3B. The leaves are the same process as the flower. I used Yellow Green and Cadmium Green.
Tip-If you want the leaves right up against the flower or to give the appearance they are under the flower don't color the stem on the leaf.
For the background I started with three colors of the pastels Ochre, Salmon Pink, and Yellow. Apply the colors to an acrylic block or craft mat and add water to pick up the colors.
The background is done in layers to add depth. I am using the larger brush (round 16) for the background. I applied the three colors and then I used the heat tool to dry the paper.
For the second layer I on the background I am using the same three colors and then I added a forth color Yellow Green. When you are doing a watercolor background use the heat tool to dry the paper in between layers. Doing this will add more depth and also help to keep all of the colors and layers just blending together. For the third and final layer I added a fifth color Red to the background.
To finish off the image I stamped the pine sprigs (image 5) a few times. To get the dark color I used Cadmium Green and Dark Brown. An image like this is a lot easier to stamp after doing the watercolor background. I decided I wanted to have one of the leaves a little darker green so I stamped it a second time.
I recommend stamping the fur boughs after you create your watercolor background. I decided I wanted to have one of the leaves a little darker green so I stamped it a second time.
I used Tonic Studios480E Square Layering Die Set to die cut the watercolor image and also a mat for the card. The card base is 5.5 x 5.5. I used white craft foam in between the layers to add a little dimension.Using my ATG adhesive I assembled the card. Then I used Multi Medium Matte to adhere the sequins to the card front and add a little sparkle. I used the Quick Stick tool to help apply the sequins.
Here is my finished card.
For my second card I did 3 generations of stamping with each step of the Multi-step Poinsettia Clear Stamps. In this picture you can see an example of generation stamping. You can use the Prima Pastels the same way you would use inks to do generation stamping. For the first generation color the image, add water to blend and stamp. For the second generation just simply add a little more water to blend the color and stamp.
You can keep repeating the process until there is no longer color on the stamp. I found with the Prima Pastels I could easily stamp the image three times and get good results. Each generation of stamping got a little lighter.
Here is my card created with the three generation stamped images.
For my third card I stamped the Poinsettia's in blue.
For this week's Tutorial Tuesday Giveaway one lucky winner will receive a $30 Gift Certificate to the JustRite Webstore.
Simply answer today's giveaway questions. We are currently working on new JustRite Die designs. What kinds of dies would you like from us?
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Supplies list for today's projects:
Card #1 - Wishing You Christmas Card (Tutorial) 5.5 x 5.5 square card
For Tuesday Tutorial Design Team Member, Heidi Blankenship shares with you how to use the Spectrum Aqua Markers to watercolor stamped images. Then she turns her watercolor in to a beautiful DIY home decor piece. Just a quick reminder that today.(Tuesday March 24th) is the last day to save 25% off all JustRite 6" x 8" Clear Stamps.
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Today Heidi will be showing you how to color with Spectrum Aqua Markers. which are the Spectrum Noir Family. These new markers are literally flying from retailers shelves and we are very excited to announce that our next shipment is inbound. Currently there are 4 sets of 12 Spectrum Aqua Markers available - The Primary Set, The Essential Set,The Floral Set and The Nature Set.
To help you get started with your Spectrum Aqua Collection, today we have a Blog and Newsletter Exclusive Coupon Code. Save 25% off Spectrum Aqua Products (markers and Spectrum Aqua Storage) use Coupon Code AQUA25 (all caps - no spaces). Coupon Code Expires March 31st.
Spectrum Aqua combines the performance of water-based color medium with the convenience and value of a dual-tipped marker. It's high quality dyes give flawless, even coverage with all the definition and vibrancy to deliver outstanding results. Diffuse with water and seamlessly blend colors adding depth and realism to your work.
Dual-tipped - perfect for covering large areas with the sketch tip and coloring small areas with the fine tip.
Blendable with water (water soluble), Acid Free, Non-Toxic, Odor Free,Dye Based and Ergonomic.
For best results use Artist grade watercolor paper (we do not recommend use with Ranger Watercolor Paper)
Spectrum also has a great marker storage solution for storing any of your markers. Here you can see Heidi's Aqua's in the Spectrum Noir Aqua Storage System.
4 Trays per box -Modular system which can be customized to your personal space.
Three different ways to build - horizontally, vertically or angled
Each Tray holds 12 Markers - this storage system holds 48 Aqua Pens
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For today's project I used the Spectrum Aqua Markers with CL-02138 Sweet Posies Cling Stamps from JustRite Papercraft to create a wall decor piece. I stamped the floral image on to Strathmore Watercolor paper using Jet Black StazOn ink. Please note that results vary with different watercolor papers. I prefer using Spectrum Aquas with the Strathmore Watercolor Paper.
To color the flower just do one petal at a time. Start with the darkest color at the base of the petal which is WildFlower and then I added the second color Purple.
Next put the brush in the water and then use a paper towel to blot off the excess water.
Start on the outer edge of the petal by just adding water and then work your way in to the color. Doing this will allow the watercolor to flow and blend in to the water. If you have too much water on the brush it will wash out the color.
If you want the color to be darker or if it does get too washed out you can always add more color. When water coloring you need to make sure each area is dry before painting another section. So you can either more to another section or dry the area with a heat tool. If you don't do this the colors can bleed into each other. Continue to color the rest of the petals and heat setting in between to speed up the process.
To color the yellow center of the flowers I used the Sunflower yellow marker. I used the fine tip end of the marker. To color the dark center part of the flower I used the fine tip on the Wildflower marker.
To color the leaves and stems of the flowers I used the Moss marker.
It's a little harder to see on the leaves but I water colored them the same as the flowers. Add the color with the marker and then add water to the white area and blend the color out.
To add color to the background I start by adding Aquamarine close to the edge of the flowers. Then I bring in a brush with clean water and I add water first and then come into the color and blend out.
If you get too much water or color on your brush you can blot it on a paper towel.
After the Aquamarine color was blended all around the flower and dry then I added more Aquamarine, Teal, and Peacock Blue.
For this part I am using a larger round brush. I scribbled some color from the markers on my board. Next I am adding water to the paper and adding color a little at a time to the background until I get the effect that I want. Adding the water first will allow the color to move and blend.
Once the background is done and dried I wanted to add some paint splatters. I scribbled some of the Black on my board and added water. Then I tapped my brush to add the paint splatters. I dried the paint splatters and then added some water drops to create the white drops.
To finish my project I trimmed down the watercolor paper. To create my DIY Home Decor piece I purchased a wooden frame and a 6" x 6" canvas at Michaels. I spray painted the frame with black spray paint and I painted the canvas with a layer of white paint. When these were both dry I glued my watercolor paper to my frame with Ranger Multi Medium Matte. After that dried I applied the Ranger Multi Medium Matte to the back of the frame and and the watercolor paper.
Thanks so much for joining me today! I hope you enjoyed the tutorial. :)
Ink: Imagine Crafts/Tsukineko StazOn Jet Black Ink
Markers: Spectrum Aqua Markers - Wildflower, Purple, Sunflower Moss, Aquamarine, Teal, Peacock Blue, Black
Accessories: 6 x 6 Canvas, White Gesso or Acrylic Paint, Wood Frame, Black Acrylic or Spray Paint, Paint Brushes, Ranger Multi Medium Matte
Announcing this week's Tutorial Tuesday Winner.
Congratulations to FM who commented on Darsie's Tutorial last week on the JustRite Blog. You are the winner of a $25.00 Gift Certificate to the JustRite Website.
FM please email me at [email protected] with your email and shipping information so that I can send you your gift card. Please use as the subject line of your email Tutorial Tuesday Winner..
For this week's Tutorial Tuesday Giveaway one lucky winner will receive a $50.00 Gift Certificate to the JustRite Webstore.
Simply answer today's giveaway questions. Have you created watercolor projects yet? If so how many watercolor projects did you make in the last year.
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In today's tutorial designer, Heidi Blankenship shares with you how to do generation stamping with background stamps. It's quick and easy and you can achieve different looks each time. This is a great way to venture into a watercolor look for your cards.
Before we get started with today's tutorial we need to Congratulate Nancy Pence who commented on Darsie's Tutorial last week on the JustRite YouTube Channel. You are the winner of last week's Tutorial Tuesday Giveaway- a $30.00 Gift Certificate to the JustRite Website.
Nancy please email me at [email protected] with your email and shipping information so that I can send you your gift card. Please use Tutorial Tuesday Winner as the subject of your email.
Don't forget to scroll to the bottom of the post to find out how you can win this week's Tutorial Tuesday Giveaway.
Start coloring the background stamp with the Distress Markers. I started with Tumbled Glass and then Peacock Feathers. Next I added Broken China and finished with Faded Jeans. Once the entire stamp is colored lightly mist with water. Mist a piece of watercolor paper and place on top of the background stamp.
Tip: Be sure to use the smooth side of the watercolor paper when stamping.
Mist the stamp and watercolor paper again. Stamp and see the second result.Now mist the stamp and watercolor paper for a third time and stamp again. I just loved all three results!
I used the first generation stamped image to create this card.
These are the additional supplies I used to create the card using the first generation of the inked background stamp.
Paper: Cardstock-White, Lt. Aqua Ink: Distress Ink-Peacock Feathers, Faded Jeans (dragonfly wings) Dies:Tonic Studios637e INDULGENCE KEEPSAKE FRAMES - DRAGONFLY DELIGHT Ribbon: May Arts Aqua Silk Ribbon Accessories: White Pearl, Zig Wink of Stella Clear Glitter Brush, 3D Foam Squares
Here is a close up look at the card.
Here is a look at my second card using the 2nd generation of the stamped background.
These are the additional supplies for the second card.
Here is a sample of the three generations of stamping using our Honeycomb Cling Background Stamp using Memento Inks.
This is what I used for supplies to create these three backgrounds. I will be making cards with these backgrounds on my blog at a later date you will find them on my blog here.
The inspiration for this tutorial came from these cards that I made for the February Release. You can see my original release post with a tutorial for these cards on my blog here.
For this week's Tutorial Tuesday Giveaway one lucky winner will receive a $25.00 Gift Certificate to the JustRite Webstore.
Simply answer today's giveaway question. Have you every tried this technique?
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Thanks Heidi for a fun tutorial! Thank You for stopping by today!
Welcome to Day Two of the JustRite Papercraft CHA February Release. Today we are introducing a beautiful new wing themed set inspired by Heidi Blankenship called Whisper of Wings Clear Stamp.
In the set you will find a beautiful quote from Heidi. I asked Heidi to share with you today what this quote means to her.
"Life is so fast pass these days and I think sometimes we forget to take a few quiet moments and just BE in that moment. I truly believe that angels and the spirits of those who have gone before us are all around us—watching over us, protecting us and guiding us. To me “Let your heart be still and hear the whisper of the wings”, means to give yourself permission to have those quiet moments. Maybe to reflect on things or maybe just to let your mind relax and refresh and have that moment. You never know maybe something profound will come to you, maybe an idea, or an answer to a question or maybe the quiet whisper of angels wings to calm you and let you know they are watching over you and you are loved."
Today Heidi Blankenship is sharing two cards she designed with Whisper of Wings Clear Stamps. For her first stunning card, Heidi stamped and embossed the feathers in white and then created a wonderful watercolor background with paint spatters and sequins.
For Heidi's second beautiful card Heidi paired theWhisper of Wings Clear Stamps with our new Honeycomb Cling Background Stamp and a real feather dyed blue. I love the mixed media feel of her card. For all the details on both cards visit her blog post.
Debbie Olson designed this stunning card with a watercolor feel using distress inks to create her background and our Whisper of Wings Clear Stamps. Debbie used Spellbinders Pierced Rectangles Dies and Fancy Framed Tags Dies to create her card.
For her second card Michele Kovack over stamped on newsprint our Honeycomb Cling Background Stamp and embossed the image in white to create this striking mixed media card. For more details visit her blog post.
Marisa Job designed a beautiful card using a sentiment from Whisper of Wings Clear Stamp with our Honeycomb Cling Background Stamp. Marisa used Craft Dies by Sue Wilson: Scandinavian Collection - Oslo, Finishing Touches - Camellia - Complete Petals, Finishing Touches - Mosaic Leaves to create her card.
Thanks for stopping by today. Join us each day through Sunday for more CHA February Design Team Inspiration.
We so excited to have Alice Carman joining us this week as a guest designer. Today Alice will be sharing a different take on watercoloring. Alice is sharing two projects with us today.
Here is Alice...
Whenever I get to work with new product, I like to play with it. I stamp and stamp until I get the right look and sometimes I make mistakes that turn out to be super-duper cool. Believe it or not, but this card was a mistake, but I loved the way it turned out so here I am sharing it with you today.
To create my first card for today, I started by stamping on to water color paper using chalk inks. For this card I am using images from Colorful Brush Strokes Clear Stamps. Next I used a baby wipe and wiped across the card, which gave my background this cool swish feel since the baby wipe smeared the paint swatches. Note that I didn't stamp my my sentiment until after I had used the baby wipe as I didn't want my sentiment to smear.
Here is a close up of my card.
I made an additional card using Bokeh Time Clear Stamp. This set was so versatile, which I like very much. I tend to mix my stamps with other sets when I design. How super genius of JustRite to create a stamp set with the gradual sizing of the hearts, circles and stars. It’s a perfect idea when you want to add those extra touches!
I’m not sure what you call this look, but it’s fun to create something new. I started off with a base card, A2 size. Then I folded the cover in half, turned over the card and did the same with the backside. Then I ran the card into my die cut machine using a circle die on the front side card only.
I finished the card by stamping my sentiment on the inside of my card in the center of the circle die. Then I used the different size diamonds to stamp the cover of the card in different colors and outlined them with a white pen to define the images. Quick and simple!
Supplies For Creativity Card:
JustRite Papercraft Stamps:Colorful Brush Strokes Clear Stamps Prima Quick Dry Chalk: Vintage Pink, Attic Dust, Colts Foot Stemens and Teal Damask Memento: Tuxedo Black Cardstock: Black Accessories: Stipple Brush
Supplies for Amazing Too Card: JustRite Paper Craft Stamps:Bokeh Time Clear Stamps Prima Quick Dry Chalk: Teak Wall, Colts Foot Stemens, Black Coal, Teal Damask and Rock Moss Ink: Memento: Tuxedo Black, White Pen Cardstock: White
Thanks for stopping by today. Join us tomorrow for Alice's last guest designing project.
Welcome to Part III of Heidi Blankenship's Watercolor Tutorial Series. Today we are showcasing new Bokeh Themed Stamps from our October Release called Bokeh Time Clear Stamps (which is a 48 piece set) and Bokeh Polka Cling Background Stamp designed by Amy Tedder. These new stamps will help you create cards using the Bokeh Technique in a matter of minutes.
Before we get started with the Tutorial, we need to announce the winner of last week's Tutorial Tuesday Giveaway. Congratulations to Blue Rose who has just won a $20.00 gift card to the JustRite Website.
Blue Rose said...
Darsie,
Another set of gorgeous cards. The Walnut inks are fabulous, love the crystals...like a science project...fun! Have never used Walnut inks, but sure want to now. As always, a great tutorial.
Blue Rose -please email me at [email protected] with your email information so that I can send you your gift card. Please use Tutorial Tuesday Winner as the subject of your email.
Today I will be using two of the blue watercolor paints from this Gansai Tambi 36 Colours Set. I am loving these watercolors! They are so vibrant. It is so nice that the watercolors are each in their own little pots so you can take out just the colors you need.
Today I am using two new October Release Sets that Amy Tedder designed for the Bokeh Technique and we are releasing both sets today on the JustRite Website - Bokeh Time Clear Stamps, Bokeh Polka Cling Background Stamp. For today's watercolor technique I will also be using Coarse Kosher Salt with the watercolor paints. (Gansai Tambi -#64 Blue, #63 Persian Blue).
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Here is a look at the four backgrounds I created with watercolors using today's watercolor techniques.
And a look at the 4 cards once they were completed.
FIRST TECHNIQUE
Mist the watercolor paper with water. Then add more water with a large brush. You don't have to mist with water I just like to do this for a quick and easy way to get a good coverage of water on the paper. Start adding the watercolor. The wetter the paper is the more the paint will feather out. Add the second blue color.
I am using -#64 Blue, #63 Persian Blue.
I just added more paint and water until the colors were blended the way I wanted them.
STAMPING ON THE FIRST TECHNIQUE BACKGROUND
Start with the watercolor background piece and the three larger circles in the stamp set and randomly start stamping the background. Stamp off on a piece of scrap paper first and then stamp the watercolor paper. I am using Mix'd Media Inx Jasmine. Stamp a few times before reinking the stamp.
Doing this will give you different shades of the color, create layers and add dimension. Then I used 3 of the smaller circles in the stamp set. To make this stand out I did not stamp off on scratch paper. Next I stamped the little star sparkle stamp randomly on the background. Then I added Sequins a Spellbinders Shoots Die and a Sentiment from Bokeh Time Clear Stamps.
Remember that I am stamping on watercolor paper and because to the texture of the paper you won't get a clean crisp circular image -- but the fuzziness is perfect for the Bokeh Technique.
For my second watercolor technique with salt, created a second watercolor background paper with the same paints. While the paper and paint were still wet I added the salt. Lightly mist the paper and salt with a little more water.
The salt gives the paper a cool star burst or snowflake effect.
Stamping on the second background technique (the one with salt). I stamped the Bokeh Polka Cling Background Stamp using Mix'd Media Inx Jasmine. Next I randomly stamped the star sparkle stamps from the Bokeh Time Clear Stamp Set on the background. On the background of this card I am using three of those stamps.
Here is my finished card....
For the background of this card I added more water to the salt so I would get more feathering from the salt. To complete this card I used the star stamps and the outline circles.
For my third water color technique, I created this background paper using the little salt granules I saved from the first technique.
(Love how I can create a second soft background from the leftover watercolor paint on the salt granules).
Once the paper with the salt granules was dry I rubbed the salt off. This is a very soft background with hints of color.
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Darsie,
Another set of gorgeous cards. The Walnut inks are fabulous, love the crystals...like a science project...fun! Have never used Walnut inks, but sure want to now. As always, a great tutorial.