Hello, welcome!
As I shared in yesterday's post (see it HERE) I focused over a period of several days on exploring with the Fill In Blooms set from Concord and 9th. In just playing around I made a few observations that I found helpful. So that I don't forget what I learned, I need to WRITE it down (aren't we all that way?) I'll write it here so that you can share it too!
This is a different kind of post for me, so bear with me.
My samples are in the come-just-as-you-are state. Nothing fancy here.
The essence of this stamp set is the background color that fills a complete A2 card. The first step is to experiment with different inks. Which types of ink give the best coverage? I tried dye inks from Stampin' Up!, Hero Arts and PTI with similar results. But I discovered the BEST inking I got was with the Distress Oxide Inks, as in the medium blue sample below. See how crisp the floral details are?
The great thing about this set is how user friendly it is and forgiving.There's no way you won't have a great result no matter what you stamp it with.
Try combinations you've never used before and have fun! I found it helpful to search online for fabrics/swatches that inspired me with different color ideas.
Lastly, I found that added details with colored pencil gave depth and interest as in the light blue flowers above.
The best thing about this set is that you don't have to color in all the images. Leaving lots of the images white as in the yellow sample makes it fast and easy to complete and it looks great!
Thanks so much for visiting!
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3 comments:
Wow, wow, WOW!!! It's not often that I love what I see so much that I go straight to the vendor and bookmark it, but this is one of those times. These backgrounds are fantastic. So many possibilities. Your colors are gorgeous. What fun to play with! I'm glad you wrote this post as I was really curious about this set when I saw your post below. Wondering how you got the background, but you explained it beautifully and then I went to see the set. Oh, my gosh, a must have! First time I've seen this set. It pays to visit a lot of people and see what they're up to. Thanks so much!
I just started playing with this set and I love your pointers! When this first came out, I thought it wasn't for me at all but then I kept seeing so many amazing creations with it! Love seeing your combos.
Thank you for sharing with us.I just got this set and love it. It is hard, though, to get good coverage with the background stamp. I've just gotten a couple of distress oxide inks and am eager to give it a try. Thanks again.
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