Distress DIY Ink Pad

Hi everyone!
A super quick post today to share a few ideas about Distress DIY Ink pads.  The best news of all is that they are very easy to make (in fact quite additive).  Tim created a video back when the DIY ink pads came out - you can see that here to get started.
Today I'm working with the new Blueprint Sketch, Peacock Feathers, and Twisted Citron.  Killer combination right?

NOTE: to keep the color stable and vibrant on the paper label, rub Distress Micro Glaze over the top, then lightly buff away the excess (a little goes a long way).  Also, if you use a heat tool to dry your inked label, be sure to let it cool before adding the Micro Glaze, otherwise it can melt on contact (and no one wants that).

I decided I to use the beautiful Watercolor stamp set with the new ink pad.

I stamped each butterfly onto a piece of Distress Watercolor paper (smooth side).  What I wanted to show here is that even though the DIY Ink pad was created in "stripes" of color, the way you place your stamp on the pad, will determine the look.  You can see here that the butterflies were stamped so that the darker color is at the top, on the bottom, on the right, and on the left.  The butterfly on the top left was even inked on the diagonal.  So even though I used the same ink pad, each butterfly has it's own look. 

I sprayed the butterflies with Brushed Pewter Distress Spray Stain just to give them a bit of shine.

Once dry, I cut them out.

To make a card front for the butterflies, I decided to use watercolor paper for the background (because of it's weight it makes a great impression).  I'm using Snowflake Texture Fade.  Love when a die or embossing folder can be used beyond the season it was intended for!

I stamped a sentiment for the front of the card using the super cute Crazy Talk stamp set.

Then a little Crinkle Ribbon.  I used Blueprint Distress Stain to color the ribbon leaving some white areas.  Before drying the ribbon,  I dripped Twisted Citron re-inker to get a super intense green color intertwined with the Blueprint Sketch.

Put it all the pieces together on Core'dinations cardstock.

Then add butterflies.  I secured the butterflies with two small foam dots under each wing.

This may be the first card I have ever made that I did not use Distress Ink on the edges!  First time for everything I guess.  I am super happy with the coloring on the butterflies.

Loving the ribbon too.  I wish you could really see how vibrant the color is!  I've never dripped ink from a re-inker onto Crinkle ribbon before but it was fun and very effective to get a super intense color.

I hope today's post will give you a few ideas on using a Distress DIY Ink pad (or 10).  I know I will be making more, because with over 50 colors of Distress, the sky's the limit!

now carry on,

paula

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Easy Valentines

I'm thinking about Valentines Day today!  It's coming up in just a few short days, so I thought I better get cracking on a few ideas that have been whirling around in my head since last week.  I had some fabric bags left over from another project and thought these would work like a charm for what I have in mind.

I'm using two stamp sets today -

Watercolor

 and 

Handwritten Sentiments

I am also testing out the new Dye Ink from Ranger that was released at CHA.  I used vibrant Classic Cherry and Black Tie to stamp the images on the fabric bags.  Super simple, just ink and stamp onto the bag.  The ink went on easily and had good solid coverage.  This ink is permanent and waterproof once dry.  Liking it so far!

The Watercolor stamp set also comes with a small hearts in a row stamp.  I stamped this image 4 times in Pink Gumball (it's a perfect shade of pink) then added the "you & me" sentiment above the hearts.

You can see here, that in just a few minutes you can create a couple pretty cute bags that can be used for candy or small gifts. 

You might notice I added a Loop Pin with a Heart Charm to embellish the bow.  I think the "Special Delivery" stamp would look great stamped onto a small tag, if you wanted to add one to the Loop Pin!

Now why not use the same idea to make a card?
This time I inked only 7 of the hearts to leave a space for the stamped sentiment.

I stamped the image onto a piece of Ranger Specialty Stamping Paper, which is a smooth matte coated paper, that is perfect for getting a nice crisp image.  You can see how vibrant the color is on the paper compared to the woven fabric.  Stunning.

This card could work for Valentines day or an anniversary.  Change the color of the hearts and it could even work for a best friend.

And if you are wondering, the Letterpress XO, was made using Multi Medium and Stickles Dry Fine Glitter - platinum.  Once again, quick and easy to do but what a super effect!

Well that's it for today.  I'm super happy with how these turned out.  I think both these stamp sets are great for a multitude of projects!  I hope you use some of the ideas I've shared with you today to make something special for a friend or loved one.
now carry on,
paula

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