Monochromatic Reflection Tree Card with Watercolour

A project from our live show Create and Craft Show 18th MAR 23 - Join Toni for her latest products and inspiration - show 2 · 03/18/2023 · watch it from 17:30

A serene landscape card featuring a reflection tree stamp layered in light and dark inks, with watercolour washes in the background and sparkle pen accents. The design creates depth through multiple stamping passes and soft colour gradients.

You will need

Stamps By Me - A5 Reflection Stamp Set - Better Together - 250123ASEE IT

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Step by step

1. Stamp the reflection tree in light ink onto white cardstock to create a subtle watermark effect in the background. ▶ watch 18:15
2. Stamp the same tree again lower on the card using black ink, then immediately stamp onto scrap paper to create a grey second-generation print. ▶ watch 19:30
3. Stamp the lady and gentleman silhouette in jet black ink as your focal point in the foreground. ▶ watch 20:30
4. Add a small tree detail in the top corner using black ink to create movement and perspective. ▶ watch 21:00
5. Spray the top portion of the card with water to activate the waterproof ink. ▶ watch 36:30
6. Apply watercolour washes in blue, purple and other colours to the wet areas, allowing them to blend and drip naturally. ▶ watch 37:00
7. Add darker blue watercolour to the water reflection area at the base of the design. ▶ watch 39:00
8. Apply coloured sparkle pens (red, green and gold) over the stamped elements, then tilt the card to reveal the coloured sparkle effect. ▶ watch 42:30
9. Mount the finished painted panel onto a white card base using glue. ▶ watch 45:30
10. Adhere a sentiment sticker or stamp to complete the card. ▶ watch 46:00

Tips from the show

• You can stamp the tree upside down and still get away with it as the reflection isn't meant to be sterile.
• The hybrid ink works with watercolours and alcohol markers without needing to change your ink pad.
• Leave the water area white to create contrast and allow the reflection to show through clearly.

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