Halo Effect Stencilled Flowers on Black Card with Watercolour Ink

A project from our live show MIGHTY MONDAY - Join Toni for her detailed papercrafting sessions - Broadcast 6th Jan 2025 · 06/01/2025 · watch it from 11:00

Create a stunning halo effect floral design on black card using a layered stencilling technique. Apply white ink as a base beneath vibrant watercolour inks in purple, blue and grey tones, then enhance with diluted confetti inks for a soft, ethereal finish. The white underlay allows the colours to glow beautifully against the dark background, producing an elegant, ghostlike effect with delicate shading.

You will need

Stamps By Me - Premium Pigment Ink Pure White - Cotton - 121022MSEE IT Stamps By Me - Wistful Charm - 5 X 7 Stencil - Fern - 180723BSEE IT Stamps By Me - Wistful Charm - 5 X 7 Stencil - Floral 180723CSEE IT Stamps By Me Confetti Ink - Oyster - 180822ISEE IT Stamps By Me Confetti Ink - Cloud - 180822DSEE IT Stamps By Me Confetti Ink - Grape - 180822ESEE IT Stamps By Me Confetti Ink - Grasshopper - 180822GSEE IT Stamps By Me Confetti Ink - Lagoon - 180822LSEE IT Stamps By Me Confetti Ink - Mushroom - 180822HSEE IT

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Step by step

1. 

   Position your floral stencil on black card. Using a blending brush, apply white pigment ink through the stencil, building up a solid base layer of white over the design.

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2. Allow the white ink to dry slightly, then gently press the black card with your hands to flatten it and ensure the stencilled design is evenly set. ▶ watch 12:45
3. 

   Mix a small amount of coloured confetti ink with water on a glass mat to create a diluted paint consistency. Use a brush to blend the ink and water together until you achieve a watercolour-like consistency.

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4. 

   Using a damp brush, paint the diluted purple ink over the white stencilled floral design on the black card. Allow the water to help the colour move and blend across the petals.

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5. 

   Allow the first colour layer to dry back completely. Observe how the watercolour ink becomes lighter and more ghostlike as the water evaporates from the black card surface.

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6. 

   Layer a second colour on top of the first to create shading effects. Use less water for deeper colour saturation in areas where you want more intensity.

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7. 

   Once the ink is completely dry, use a white gel pen to outline the stencilled floral design. Work carefully around the petals and leaves to add definition and precision to the image.

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8. 

   Add decorative elements around your floral design using a white gel pen. Draw wonky lines and hash marks to anchor the artwork on the black card.

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Tips from the show

• Colour on black card stock normally does not show well, but the white ink underneath acts as a base layer allowing colours to sit proud and be visible.
• Use less water on your brush for darker, more saturated colour; use more water for lighter, ghostlike effects.
• You do not need to follow the stencil lines perfectly when painting; freehand painting over the white base creates a natural, artistic look.

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