Showgirl Fandango Card with Watercolour Accents

A project from our live show Create and Craft TV - IMALA LAUNCH - Join Carley Duff - Broadcast 25th April 24 · 25/04/2024 · watch it from 42:30

Create a theatrical showgirl card featuring the Great Show stamp with vibrant watercolour ink washes and gold pearlescent accents. This project combines stamping, ink blending, and water techniques for a dramatic, colourful finish.

You will need

Imala - A5 Stamp - the Great Show - 080224BSEE IT

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Step by step

1. Stamp the Great Show character onto white or light card stock using black ink, tapping four times on blackout areas for full coverage. ▶ watch 42:45
2. Colour the stamped character using pencils or markers to add dimension and detail to the figure. ▶ watch 43:00
3. Apply purple and blue watercolour inks around the stamped image using Imala watercolour brushes, tapping gently on the edges and pulling the colour inward. ▶ watch 46:30
4. Build up rich colour gradually by layering watercolour inks, working from the edges toward the centre of the design. ▶ watch 47:00
5. Position an Imala stencil over the wet ink and secure it with a glue dot to prevent shifting. ▶ watch 47:15
6. Splatter confetti or additional colour around the design using a fan brush loaded with watercolour ink. ▶ watch 47:45
7. Dip a wet brush into gold pearlescent ink and apply it around the edges of the design, allowing the water to dilute and create a drip effect toward the centre. ▶ watch 48:00
8. Allow the piece to dry completely, then flip it over to work on the reverse side. ▶ watch 49:15
9. Mount the finished stamped panel onto a black card base with a thick white border frame. ▶ watch 50:00
10. Adhere the framed piece to a coloured card base for the finished card. ▶ watch 50:15

Tips from the show

• Use watercolour brushes with squeezable ink reservoirs; squeeze the ink into the nib and then paint or water it down as needed.
• When applying watercolour inks, use lots of water to dilute the colour and create transparent, flowing effects.
• Work on a clean surface on the reverse of your card to avoid getting an inky mess on your work area.

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• Mixed Stamp London Scene Card

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