Ink Blending and Watercolour Wash Technique on Stamped Image

A project from our live show CREATE AND CRAFT - Join Carley Duff for her brand new IMALA 22 Launch show 1 - Broadcast 4th OCT 22 · 04/10/2022 · watch it from 49:00

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Transform a bold stamped image into a soft, artistic focal point using ink blending and watercolour wash techniques. This project features a delicate floral and dot pattern in romantic pink and purple hues, creating a dreamy watercolour effect. The technique is quick to master and produces an elegant, hand-painted look perfect for cards and paper crafts.

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Step by step

1. 

   Stamp the 'Strike a Pose' image onto white watercolour cardstock using magenta ink. Position the stamp centrally on your card and press firmly for a clear impression.

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2. 

   Using a water brush, apply clean water over the stamped image. Work gently to cover the entire stamped area with water.

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3. 

   Using a wet brush, blend the magenta ink outward from the stamped lines to soften and diffuse the colour across the image.

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4. 

   Allow the pink colour to diffuse naturally into the water on the stamped image, creating a soft watercolour wash effect over the figure.

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5. 

   Use a heat tool to dry the blended pink areas on the stamped image. Move the heat tool over the wet ink until completely dry.

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6. 

   Using a water brush or damp paintbrush, gently blend and soften the edges of the stamped image to create a watercolour wash effect over the dried ink-blended background.

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7. 

   Mount the finished watercolour piece onto a coordinating cardstock base to complete your card.

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Tips from the show

• This technique works with any of the scene stamps for a softer, more artistic appearance.
• You do not need to move the stamp or paper; simply wipe the stamp clean and add black ink over the blended area.

More from this show

• Textured Aperture Card with Crackle Paste and Heat Embossing
• Kinetic Spinning Aperture Card with Layered Elements
• Watercolour Painted Stamp Portrait with Blended Colours
• Wet-on-Wet Watercolour Background with Random Stamped Dots
• Layered Stamp Masking Technique for Scene Building

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