Hello, crafters! Today’s video is all about ink blending as a way to color stamped images. I have 3 cards to share all colored using inks and stencils.
Pretty Pink Posh recently came out with a clever new product – stencils that match previously released stamp sets. To me, that is simply genius as that allows to easily add color to a stamped image using ink blending. You don’t have to know how to color, you can just blend the ink instead.
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VIDEO TUTORIAL
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CARD DETAILS
The new matching stencil, Hibiscus Flower, is a 2 set stencil, and it is a layering one – it has 3 layers for each flower. The stencil coordinates perfectly with the stamps in the Hibiscus stamp set, and coordinating dies. So you have 3 products that work perfectly well together – a stamp to stamp the outline, a die to cut the shape out and a stencil to color the shape.
My ink blending was done using Distress Oxide inks in Twisted Citron, Mowed Lawn, Rustic Wilderness, and Forest Moss (leaves); Spun Sugar, Kitsch Flamingo, and Picked Raspberry as well as Squeezed Lemonade, Mustard Seed, and Wild Honey (flowers).
I did very simple ink blending – by combining several colors of ink to add color variation to the leaves. I also did the ink blending first and then stamped the black outline with Versafine Onyx Black ink.
To create the sentiments for my cards I used 2 stamp sets – the Butterfly Friends set, I white heat embossed the word “Friend” on black cardstock, and I paired it with the sentiments from the Simple Sentiments set.
I embellished my cards with Sparkling Clear sequins – I love these to add a pop of sparkle to my cards.
Have fun stamping!
MORE INSPIRATION
Last year I shared a video tutorial featuring the Hibiscus Flower stamp set, check it out:
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SUPPLIES
I’m listing the products I used below. Click on the link to go directly to the product. Where available I use compensated affiliate links which means if you make a purchase I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you so much for your support!
 Pretty Pink Posh Hibiscus Flowers stencils (2 layer) Shop at: PPP |
 Pretty Pink Posh Hibiscus Flowers Clear Stamps Shop at: SSS | PPP |
 Pretty Pink Posh Hibiscus Flowers Coordinating Dies Shop at: PPP |
 Pretty Pink Posh Butterfly Friends Stamp Shop at: SSS | PPP |
 Pretty Pink Posh Butterfly Friends Dies Shop at: SSS | PPP |
 Pretty Pink Posh Simple Sentiments Stamp Set Shop at: SSS | PPP | BL |
 Pretty Pink Posh Sparkling Clear Sequins Mix Shop at: SSS | PPP |
 Simon Says Stamp Black Cardstock Shop at: SSS |
 Spellbinders Cardstock Shop at: SB | AZ |
 Neenah 80LB Solar White Cardstock Shop at: SSS | AZ |
 Spellbinders A2 White Card Bases – Side Fold – 25 pack Shop at: SB |
 Tsukineko VersaFine Onyx Black Ink Shop at: SSS | SC | AZ |
 Mini Misti Stamping Tool Shop at: SSS | SC | AN/HA | AZ |
 Jewel Picker Pick Up Tool Shop at: SSS | SC | PPP | AZ |
 Tim Holtz Distress Oxide Ink Pad Spun Sugar Shop at: SSS | SC | AZ |
 Tim Holtz Distress Oxide Ink Pad Kitsch Flamingo Shop at: SSS | SC | AZ |
 Tim Holtz Distress Oxide Ink Pad Picked Raspberry Shop at: SSS | SC | AZ |
 Tim Holtz Distress Oxide Ink Pad Squeezed Lemonade Shop at: SSS | SC | AZ |
 Tim Holtz Distress Oxide Ink Pad Mustard Seed Shop at: SSS | SC | AZ |
 Tim Holtz Distress Oxide Ink Pad Wild Honey Shop at: SSS | SC | AZ |
 Tim Holtz Distress Oxide Ink Pad Twisted Citron Shop at: SSS | SC | AZ |
 Tim Holtz Distress Oxide Ink Pad Mowed Lawn Shop at: SSS | SC | AZ |
 Tim Holtz Distress Oxide Ink Pad Rustic Wilderness Shop at: SSS | SC | AZ |
 Tim Holtz Distress Oxide Ink Pad Forest Moss Shop at: SSS | SC | AZ |
 Spellbinders Circle Replacement Foam Shop at: SSS | SC | SB | AZ |
 Ranger Mini Round Ink Blending Tools Shop at: SSS | SC | AZ |
 Simon Says Stamp Embossing Ink Pad Shop at: SSS |
 Hero Arts White Detail Embossing Powder Shop at: SSS | SC | AN/HA | AZ |
 Bearly Art Mini Precision Craft Glue Shop at: SSS | SB | AZ |
 Tonic Studios 8.5 Inch Paper Trimmer Shop at: SSS | SC | AZ | TS |
 Simon Says Stamp Big Momma Foam Tape Roll Shop at: SSS |
Your cards are sensational!
Thanks for taking the time to make the video tutorial.
What beautiful cards. Love your colors. Thanks so much for the video!
These are absolutely stunning!
Loving all the new stencils! The colors are beautiful. Thanks for the inspiration.
Love it! I have these stamps do now I need the stencil, thank you for sharing!
This stencil is amazing! I LOVE what you did with your cards! The bright colors and the sentiment!
I love these cards! So pretty!
Your cards are stunning and I love the idea of a stencil when pressed for time but still want a WOW factor. Can’t wait to watch the video later today. (I think my boss may object if I watch now, lol)
Every time I watch your videos I want everything you have. I love the flowers and the beautiful leaves. All are just amazing!
Inspiring cards!
Lovely tropical cards! Love the colors!
Something about those big leaves that I just love. Beautiful cards.
Love what you did! So fabulous 🙂
Fascinating as always! Thanks Yana for showing us exactly how the stencils work; love that you used them to make an overall background with the leaves!
Your cards are so beautiful! Love them all!
Love those flowers you created. Thank you for the video!
Beautiful cards, as always!
These are stunning!!! Your coloring is amazing!!
You had me at “hibiscus”, my favourite flower!
Always love your videos… these new stencils are so fun. Great release from PPP and I loved all of your cards for todays hop. Great colors and a great statement to summer!!
Gorgeous mango colors.
Just beautiful, as always!!! I love your layering and dimension!
These cards are lovely. Who would have thought you could get such lovely cards with leaves. Interesting!
Beautiful cards and love your ink blending tip. Thanks for the inspiration Yana!
Awesome cards!
I’m so excited about these Hibiscus Flower stencils! I have the stamps and dies (love them!), so these stencils are a “must” for me. Thanks for sharing, Yana — your cards are amazing.
Fabulous and pretty cards.
You have transported me to the tropics! Your cards are stunning. I must get the stencil now.
Love all the colors in your cards!
I love the simplicity of coloring with a stencil! Your cards are fabulous!
So adorable! Love everything!!
Beautiful cards.
Beautiful card. Thanks for the demo.
A wonderful release and gorgeous card!
Very stunning cards! Thanks for the tips and sharing your ideas!
Beautiful flowers and greenery.
Fantastic cards. thanks for sharing
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Can you please tell me on the last card, what adhesive you used to bump out the flower pieces? I do not see it listed in the supplies.
I love the tropical designs and colors on these pretty cards!
Beautiful cards!! Thank you for sharing your creativity!
Such gorgeous, colorful cards! Awesome release.
Thanks for sharing.
Lovely cards and your colors are amazing!
Yay! I love the tropical theme and colors!
Fabulous colors, Yana! So beautiful!
Oh boy, I LOVE how you colored the Hibiscus flowers and leaves. These are just gorgeous!!
I love how simple the stencils make colouring! Your cards are lovely!
Beautiful card Yana!
Yana, you make some of the most beautiful cards. Love these.
I love, love, love this release. This is the perfect set to celebrate summer. And your color choices are just delish! Thanks for the inspiration. Have a wonderful day!
I always love the way you use a stamp set to create a background panel. Beautiful cards!
That hibiscus stencil is a home run! So many options!