29 June 2018

The Birds

Day 23, the birds.  This grumpy looking bird stole my heart when I got my order from Simon Says Stamp last week.  I knew he had to be stamped and colored.  Ready?  I mixed things up a bit by stamping the birds onto white cardstock with VersaFine Onyx Black ink.  I know shocking right?  Then I colored them with Prismacolor Scholar colored pencils.  


These birds are from an IndigoBlu stamp set and were so fun and easy to color.  The birds fit two to an A2 size piece.  Once they were colored, I cut them out with a stitched rectangle die, also from Simon Says Stamp.  I pulled patterned paper from my pre-cut stash and cut it using the largest stitched rectangle die.  I opted to create these cards without a sentiment.


Links to Products Used:


Kokuyo Tape Glue Dot Liner Long tape, Refill cartridge 5 Pack,
Kokuyo Tape Glue Dot Liner Long tape, Refill cartridge 5 Pack,

AZ | SSS
Kokuyo Tape Glue Dot Liner Long-Blue
Kokuyo Tape Glue Dot Liner Long-Blue

AZ | SSS
Simon Says Stamp STITCHED RECTANGLES Wafer Dies
Simon Says Stamp STITCHED RECTANGLES Wafer Dies

SSS
Tsukineko VersaFine Pigment Ink Pad - Onyx Black
Tsukineko VersaFine Pigment Ink Pad - Onyx Black

AZ | BI | SSS
Prismacolor Colored Pencil COLORLESS BLENDER Pack Of Two
Prismacolor Colored Pencil COLORLESS BLENDER Pack Of Two

AZ | SSS
Prismacolor Sanford Scholar Colored Pencils, 24-Count
Prismacolor Sanford Scholar Colored Pencils, 24-Count

AZ
Prismacolor Scholar Colored Pencils, 60-Count
Prismacolor Scholar Colored Pencils, 60-Count

AZ
Fiskars PREMIUM CUT LINE Paper Trimmer 12 Inches
Fiskars PREMIUM CUT LINE Paper Trimmer 12 Inches

SB | AZ | SSS
Prismacolor Premier Pencil Sharpener
Prismacolor Premier Pencil Sharpener

AZ | SSS
Tonic Studios - Tim Holtz - Stamp Platform
Tonic Studios - Tim Holtz - Stamp Platform

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IndigoBlu Cling Stamp NATURE III
IndigoBlu Cling Stamp NATURE III

SSS

28 June 2018

1 Background Stamp 3 Ways

I'll start this post by admitting that this is my favorite background stamp.  It was my first background stamp purchase and I simply love it.  If you're interested in having one of your very own, you'll find a link below.  Now let's talk about coloring!

I've made a number of cards using this stamp and decided while I was participating in the The Daily Marker's 30 Day Coloring Challenge I would try some coloring experiments.  Here's what Day 17 through Day 21 looked like.


We've been to this movie before, all of the images were stamped on Bristol Paper using VersaFine Onyx Black ink.  I've found this combination to be the best for the mediums I use.  It gives me a clean sharp image every time.

On Day 17 I used colored Prismacolor Scholar colored pencils and blending pencil.  The color palette I chose was inspired by this pin.  I just love the bright orange, blue and green combination.  For this image, I worked with shading and blending colors.


Card two was an experiment in making a design my own.  I used the Arteza Watercolor Pencils and a water brush to shade some of the images and then used Sakura Pigma Sensei pens to fill in other areas.  This gave things a whole new look.  You can see the way things seem to pop with the black and how it changes how your eye perceives the pattern.  


For the third card, I worked with only the Sakura Pigma Sensei pens to fill in some of the areas.  As I filled in some of the lines the image started to pop off the page. 


The finished panel had a lot of depth and dimension in the design.  The interest and depth created by the thick and thin black lines reminded me of an M.C. Escher piece.


I hope this will inspire you to dig out your background stamps and try a few new ideas.

Links to Products Used:


Kokuyo Tape Glue Dot Liner Long tape, Refill cartridge 5 Pack,
Kokuyo Tape Glue Dot Liner Long tape, Refill cartridge 5 Pack,

AZ | SSS
Kokuyo Tape Glue Dot Liner Long-Blue
Kokuyo Tape Glue Dot Liner Long-Blue

AZ | SSS
Tsukineko VersaFine Pigment Ink Pad - Onyx Black
Tsukineko VersaFine Pigment Ink Pad - Onyx Black

AZ | SSS
Arteza Woodless Watercolor Pencils (Set of 24)
Arteza Woodless Watercolor Pencils (Set of 24)

AZ
Prismacolor Colored Pencil COLORLESS BLENDER Pack Of Two
Prismacolor Colored Pencil COLORLESS BLENDER Pack Of Two

AZ | SSS
Prismacolor Sanford Scholar Colored Pencils, 24-Count
Prismacolor Sanford Scholar Colored Pencils, 24-Count

AZ
Prismacolor Scholar Colored Pencils, 60-Count
Prismacolor Scholar Colored Pencils, 60-Count

AZ
Sakura Pigma Sensei Manga 6-Piece Drawing Kit
Sakura Pigma Sensei Manga 6-Piece Drawing Kit

AZ
Strathmore - 9 x 12 Bristol Smooth Paper Pad - 20 Sheets
Strathmore - 9 x 12 Bristol Smooth Paper Pad - 20 Sheets

SB | AZ | SSS
Simon Says Cling Rubber Stamp ORNATE BACKGROUND
Simon Says Cling Rubber Stamp ORNATE BACKGROUND

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Fiskars PREMIUM CUT LINE Paper Trimmer 12 Inches
Fiskars PREMIUM CUT LINE Paper Trimmer 12 Inches

SB | AZ | SSS
Prismacolor Premier Pencil Sharpener
Prismacolor Premier Pencil Sharpener

AZ | SSS
Tonic Studios - Tim Holtz - Stamp Platform
Tonic Studios - Tim Holtz - Stamp Platform

SB | AZ | SSS

27 June 2018

Stampin' Up "From the Garden" Card Set

On Day Six, I started with this large flower stamp from Stampin' Up.  I bought this stamp some time ago on eBay, after having checked out the same stamp at our library.  Yes, we have an amazing library where you can check out stamps and stamp pads, but that's a story for another time.

All of the flowers were stamped on to Bristol paper with VersaFine Onyx Black Ink.  I really love the VersaFine ink, it gives a very sharp clean line image every time.


The first flower image I colored using Prismacolor Scholar colored pencils, layering color and blending as I went.  I love how smooth these pencils color and how well these pencils blend together.  These are a great quality with a lower price point if you're exploring colored pencil options.


While working on these I ordered a set of Arteza Watercolor Pencils.  I'd been looking for a new set of watercolor pencils that laid down rich vivid color.  I can say I finally found the perfect watercolor pencils.  These pencils also color like butter.


With the purchase of the Arteza Watercolor Pencils, I also picked up a set of Arteza Real Brush Pens.  I used both the pencils and the pens on a few of the cards, as both are water reactive.  This some great depth of color.


Between Day Six through Day Ten, I created eight cards.  If you'll be looking for this flower stamp, I believe it's retired and eBay will be your best bet for finding one.  I bought mine on eBay a few months ago.

List of Products Used:


Kokuyo Tape Glue Dot Liner Long tape, Refill cartridge 5 Pack,
Kokuyo Tape Glue Dot Liner Long tape, Refill cartridge 5 Pack,

AZ | SSS
Kokuyo Tape Glue Dot Liner Long-Blue
Kokuyo Tape Glue Dot Liner Long-Blue

AZ | SSS
Simon Says Stamp STITCHED RECTANGLES Wafer Dies
Simon Says Stamp STITCHED RECTANGLES Wafer Dies

SSS
Tsukineko VersaFine Pigment Ink Pad - Onyx Black
Tsukineko VersaFine Pigment Ink Pad - Onyx Black

AZ | SSS
Arteza Woodless Watercolor Pencils (Set of 24)
Arteza Woodless Watercolor Pencils (Set of 24)

AZ
Prismacolor Sanford Scholar Colored Pencils, 24-Count
Prismacolor Sanford Scholar Colored Pencils, 24-Count

AZ
Prismacolor Colored Pencil COLORLESS BLENDER Pack Of Two
Prismacolor Colored Pencil COLORLESS BLENDER Pack Of Two

AZ | SSS
Prismacolor Scholar Colored Pencils, 60-Count
Prismacolor Scholar Colored Pencils, 60-Count

AZ
Arteza WATERCOLOR REAL BRUSH PENS Set of 24
Arteza WATERCOLOR REAL BRUSH PENS Set of 24

AZ | SSS
Strathmore - 9 x 12 Bristol Smooth Paper Pad - 20 Sheets
Strathmore - 9 x 12 Bristol Smooth Paper Pad - 20 Sheets

SB | AZ | SSS
Fiskars PREMIUM CUT LINE Paper Trimmer 12 Inches
Fiskars PREMIUM CUT LINE Paper Trimmer 12 Inches

SB | AZ | SSS
Prismacolor Premier Pencil Sharpener
Prismacolor Premier Pencil Sharpener

AZ | SSS

26 June 2018

The Birdhouses

I began the coloring challenge with this birdhouse stamp and my marker stash.  I was inspired by Kathy Racoosin at The Daily Marker and her Day One Video on how to blend markers using what you have in your stash, even if they aren't copics.


I dug out my Sharpie pens, Bic Mark-it pens, and my Zig Writer markers.  The first card turned out so well I kind of went a little crazy and made five variations of it.


I used Bristol paper and stamped all of the images using VersaFine Onyx Black ink, which worked fantastic with my markers.


I even used a color palette from Southern Living Magazine.  This was my favorite card in the set.  I just love how these colors seemed to pop.


The purple and green color combo was my least favorite.  This reminded me a bit too much of Halloween, but when I posted it on My Facebook Page it got rave reviews and a lot of people loved the colors.


This was variation number two of the green and purple combo, better, but still not my fave.  I've been learning to use my color wheel, build color palettes, and push myself out of my comfort zone more through this coloring challenge.


It took me three days to complete this set of five cards, but it was kind of a rainy weekend.  The rainy weekend made it easy for me to stay in my studio and create.


On a final note, this birdhouse stamp is a Hero Arts Stamp, dated 1996.  If you'd like to seek one out I think eBay is gonna be your best tool, good luck.

Links to Products Used:


Kokuyo Tape Glue Dot Liner Long tape, Refill cartridge 5 Pack,
Kokuyo Tape Glue Dot Liner Long tape, Refill cartridge 5 Pack,

AZ | SSS
Kokuyo Tape Glue Dot Liner Long-Blue
Kokuyo Tape Glue Dot Liner Long-Blue

AZ | SSS
Simon Says Stamp STITCHED RECTANGLES Wafer Dies
Simon Says Stamp STITCHED RECTANGLES Wafer Dies

SSS
Tsukineko VersaFine Pigment Ink Pad - Onyx Black
Tsukineko VersaFine Pigment Ink Pad - Onyx Black

AZ | SSS
Kuretake - ZIG - Memory System - Dual Tip Writer Marker - 48 Piece set
Kuretake - ZIG - Memory System - Dual Tip Writer Marker - 48 Piece set

SB | AZ
BIC Marking Fashion Permanent Marker, Ultra Fine Point
BIC Marking Fashion Permanent Marker, Ultra Fine Point

AZ
Sharpie(R) Fine-Point Pens
Sharpie(R) Fine-Point Pens

AZ
Strathmore - 9 x 12 Bristol Smooth Paper Pad - 20 Sheets
Strathmore - 9 x 12 Bristol Smooth Paper Pad - 20 Sheets

SB | AZ | SSS
Simon Says Clear Stamps YOU GOT THIS
Simon Says Clear Stamps YOU GOT THIS

SSS
Fiskars PREMIUM CUT LINE Paper Trimmer 12 Inches
Fiskars PREMIUM CUT LINE Paper Trimmer 12 Inches

SB | AZ | SSS