Lamination Watercolour Flowers Card

A project from our live show CREATE AND CRAFT TV - Join Toni for her brand new SBM launch show 3 - broadcast 9th April 2024 · 04/09/2024 · watch it from 27:30

A stunning card using lamination stamps to create a realistic watercolour effect. You stamp a detailed lady's head, then use coloured ink pads and water to create a blended, painted look with flowers in her hair, all without needing any artistic skill.

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Step by step

1. Stamp the lady's head image in black ink onto white cardstock using a stamping platform. ▶ watch 27:45
2. Spot pink ink pad onto the lamination layer where the flowers will be. ▶ watch 28:00
3. Add green ink to the lamination layer for leaves and foliage areas. ▶ watch 28:15
4. Add teal or purple ink to create additional flower colours on the lamination layer. ▶ watch 28:30
5. Add yellow ink for extra flower details. ▶ watch 28:45
6. Spray the inked lamination layer lightly with water to create a watercolour blend effect. ▶ watch 29:00
7. Stamp the detailed lamination layer onto the card, allowing the inks to blend and bleed naturally. ▶ watch 29:15
8. Cut away the coloured lamination flowers carefully with scissors. ▶ watch 31:00
9. Pad the cut flower bouquet and position it in the lady's hair for a 3D effect. ▶ watch 31:30
10. Add the sentiment 'Be Kind to all kinds' with foam pads for dimension. ▶ watch 32:00

Tips from the show

• Refer to the finished design on the front of the packaging to see where to place colours.
• Lamination naturally creates bleed and blend, which is realistic for watercolour.
• You can go back in with more ink if you miss an area.

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