Chalkboard Technique

Use White craft ink and Chalks to highlight images on dark cardstock.

Supplies

Step-by-Step

1. Step 1

   Ink a solid image stamp with white pigment ink and stamp on dark cardstock.

   

2. Step 2

   Twist a sponge dauber in the chalk color of choice and dab it over the stamped image.
   I did not wait for the ink to dry.

   

3. Step 3

   Continue to add colors to the stamped image until all ink is covered in chalk.

   

4. Step 4

   Carefully wipe image with a Swiffer™ towel to remove excess chalk.

   

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6. Step 5

   Finished card.
   
   The chalk seems to stick to the ink very well, so a sealant is optional.

   

Variations

Basic Chalkboard look
Use black cardstock for your base for a true chalkboard look.

Pencils work too!
Stamp an image in white pigment ink and let dry. Then color over image with colored pencils.

Your Turn

You've seen the tutorial, now you try it! We've got a section of the gallery set aside for Chalkboard Technique. Try this technique, then upload your artwork to the gallery. Show us your creations!