We all love to color, but why not take it to the next level? In today’s project, I’ll show you how to create a beautifully soft, painted effect using Stampin’ Up! Watercolor Pencils and a Blender Pen—no actual painting skills required! Be sure to check out the technique video to see this method in action.
For this card, I started by embossing a floral panel and then bringing it to life with watercolor pencils and blending. To keep the focus on the artwork, I layered it onto a simple white background before adhering it to the card front. The sentiment was popped up with Stampin’ Dimensionals for extra depth.
To tie everything together, I added a coordinating hibiscus inside the card and on the envelope—because a little extra detail makes all the difference!
Give this technique a try, and let me know how it inspires your next project!
Technique Highlight: Watercolor with Colored Pencils and Blender Pens
Cardstock Cuts for this project:
- Bubble Bath – 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ card base scored at 4-1/4″, 5-1/2″ x 2-3/4″ panel
- Basic White – 5-1/4″ x 4″ panel, 5-1/2″ x 3″ panel, 2-1/2″ x 1″ panel
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