Hey there, fellow crafting enthusiasts! Today, I'm thrilled to guide you through a delightful card-making journey featuring the enchanting Sketched Florals Wisteria Stamp Set & Wisteria Dies from Pajama Crafter Stamps. Get ready to infuse your creations with vibrant hues and mesmerizing textures as we dive into the mesmerizing world of emboss resist combined with watercolors.
Emboss Resist With Watercolors Card:
Exploring the Materials
Before we set sail on our crafting escapade, let's gather our supplies. Here's what you'll need:
Ultra Slow Drying Embossing Ink (WOW Embossing Powders)
Clear Gloss Super Fine Embossing Powder (WOW Embossing Powders)
Distress Inks (Shaded Lilac, Villaninous Potion, Seedless Preserves, Victorian Velvet, Peeled Paint, Mowed Lawn, Evergreen Bough)
Grapesicle Cardstock (My Favorite Things MFT)
Setting the Stage: A Step-by-Step Tutorial
Step 1: Stamp the Sketched Florals Wisteria image onto your Canson XL Watercolor Paper using Ultra Slow Drying Embossing Ink. This slow-drying ink gives us ample time to apply our embossing powder evenly.
Pro Tip: I always make sure to use an anti-static powder tool before stamping to prevent any stray embossing powder particles from sticking where they shouldn't.
Step 2: Sprinkle Clear Gloss Super Fine Embossing Powder generously over the stamped image, ensuring complete coverage. Shake off any excess powder, and then heat set until smooth and melted. Ah, the magic of embossing!
Now, here's where the fun truly begins. Dip your watercolor brush into the enchanting hues of Distress Inks. For the wisteria's delicate blooms, I love using shades like Shaded Lilac, Villaninous Potion, Seedless Preserves, and Victorian Velvet. As for the verdant leaves, a blend of Peeled Paint, Mowed Lawn, and Evergreen Bough works wonders.
Crafting Wisdom: Tips and Techniques
When watercoloring over embossed images, remember that the embossed lines act as barriers, preventing the ink from seeping into those areas. This creates a beautiful resist effect, where the embossed image shines through the watercolor wash.
Experiment with different color combinations and blending techniques to create your own unique floral masterpiece. Don't be afraid to let your creativity blossom!
As we wrap up our crafting adventure, I encourage you to embrace the joy of experimentation and discovery in your card-making journey. Each creation is a reflection of your unique style and personality, so let your imagination run wild!
(Wondering what I used in this project? Everything is linked to multiple sources in the thumbnails at the end of this post, or in the text below. Compensated affiliate links used when possible).
I hope this tutorial has inspired you to embark on your own creative endeavors with emboss resist and watercolors. Until next time, happy crafting, my friends!
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Materials Used:
Here you will find the list of supplies that I used to create today's card. All supplies are linked to supply sources below. Compensated affiliate links may be used at no cost to you.
Happy Stampin'
Rick Adkins
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