Watercolour Dragged Church Card with Masking Fluid

A project from our live show Create and Craft Show 8th FEB - Join Toni for her latest products and inspiration - show 4 · 02/08/2023 · watch it from 44:30

Stamp a detailed church or cabin design in teal ink on watercolour cardstock, then drag the ink outward with a wet watercolour brush to create an artistic, sketched effect. Add die-cut leaf elements and sentiments for a complete card.

You will need

Pretty Things Inside Die - Maple and Lime - 081122OSEE IT

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Step by step

1. Stamp the church or cabin design from the 'I'll Be There' A6 stamp set onto watercolour cardstock using teal ink. ▶ watch 44:30
2. Push down firmly on the stamp to ensure all detail transfers clearly. ▶ watch 45:00
3. Load a round watercolour brush with water only, no additional ink. ▶ watch 45:30
4. Drag the wet brush outward from the stamped image to pull the teal ink into a watercolour wash effect. ▶ watch 46:00
5. Add green watercolour to suggest foliage or trees around the church if desired. ▶ watch 46:30
6. Die-cut leaves from the Maple and Lime die and position them on the card. ▶ watch 47:00
7. Trim excess leaf pieces and arrange them to frame or complement the church design. ▶ watch 48:00
8. Stamp a sentiment from the A5 stamp set, such as 'Enjoy Your Day', onto the card. ▶ watch 48:30
9. Allow the watercolour to dry completely before adhering any additional elements. ▶ watch 49:00

Tips from the show

• Use watercolour cardstock for the best texture and colour-holding results, though regular cardstock works too.
• Drag the colour outward gently to create an artistic, sketched appearance rather than a solid wash.
• You can mask off the church with masking fluid before painting a background tree behind it for added depth.

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• Stitch-Framed Leaf Card with Embossed Centre Circle

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