Howdy, crafty friends. I’m thrilled to be part of THIS Blog Hop celebrating THIS new release.
Today’s card share features an acrylic block background technique…
VIDEO
You can watch the video on this technique HERE or click on the video below…
To create this card, I started by creating the background. I applied Distress Ink to THIS extra large acrylic block (that came with the Bubble Background Stamp), spritzed with water, and laid it down on a slimline panel. I put something heavy on it for a few minutes to let it dry a bit. This helps keep the color saturation. When I removed the acrylic block, I was left with a watercolor look background. If you don’t have a large acrylic block, you can also use a piece of acetate for a similar look.
I repeated the process along the bottom of the card to resemble sand with brown distress inks. Next, I applied white ink through THIS stencil towards the top of the card to resemble sun rays. It’s hard to see in the photograph but gives a cool look in real life. Here’s a closer look…
I stamped the sentiment from the stamp set on a banner cut with THIS die. I finished off the card by adhering down images from THIS stamp set that I colored with Copic Markers. I used THESE coordinating dies to cut them out. I applied one of THESE action wobblers to the middle mermaids image to make them wiggle and resemble swimming in the water.
I also applied ink through THIS stencil on the front, left hand side of the envelope to tie everything together…
I hope this inspires you to give this acrylic block technique a try.
BLOG HOP
Here’s the complete Blog Hop List…
You can see the entire release HERE. I’ve linked to it below as well as supplies used on today’s cards.
Looking for even more inspiration using THIS release? I shared another project HERE…
GIVEAWAY
Simon is so generous and giving away a $25 coupon to every stop on the hop so be sure to leave comments along the way for your chance to win. Simon Says Stamp will announce winners on their blog on Wednesday. Good luck!
Wait, there’s more…
Use the code ART4U to receive a FREE Handcrafted With Love 3×4 stamp set with any purchase. Valid while supplies last or until 2/19 at 11:59 EST.
Thank you so much for stopping by. I’ve linked to the entire new release below as well as products used on today’s card.
LINKS TO ENTIRE BE CREATIVE RELEASE:
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LINKS TO SUPPLIES USED ON TODAY’S CARD:
February 19, 2023
One of my favorite inking techniques! So pretty!
February 19, 2023
Totally adorable! I love this.
February 19, 2023
Darling card! Love that mermaid!
February 19, 2023
Love your cards! Can’t wait to try some of your techniques. Thank you so much.
February 19, 2023
What an adorable card, Heather! Love it.
February 19, 2023
What an incredible card! With magnificent coloring and details! Stunning and sweet.
February 19, 2023
Such an adorable underwater scene. Love the ink blended background. Also love the rainbow foiled confetti background on the cute penguin birthday cards. Thanks for the inspiration!
February 19, 2023
You have created a beautiful little world under the sea with this card! <3
February 19, 2023
Awwww, how darling!
February 19, 2023
Love the background! Wonderful coloring and scene with the cute stamp set.
February 19, 2023
I like how you have the watermark sentiment on the envelope.
February 19, 2023
Love the mermaids
February 19, 2023
Fabulous!!
February 19, 2023
Sweet card, love all the little mermaids they are so cute
February 19, 2023
Such a sweet colorful card!!