Splitcoaststampers-The Stamper's Community

Issue #150 March 18th 2009
Texture with Alcohol Markers  
Beate will show you how easy it is to add texture with alcohol-based markers (and a few basic supplies) in today's tutorial.
Supplies you'll need for this project
  • Outline Stamps
  • Tsukineko Memento™ (or other dye) Ink
  • Cardstock
  • Copic (or other alcohol-based) Markers
  • Blender Pen
  • Blending Solution
  • Misting Bottle
  • Old Rag
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    Our Artist in Residence answers your questions
    Q: Julie asked: "What are some ways to display ultrasound pictures in my scrapbook?"
    A: Ultrasound pictures will fade with time, so make sure to scan them and print as a photo instead. Or upload the scan to a photo store and let them print it out for you.
     
    Feedback From Past Tutorials
    Kathleen has a suggestion for our Faux Stitching Tutorial: "There is an easier way to get this same faux stitching look. I use a tracing wheel that is normally used to transfer patterns onto fabric. I run the wheel along a metal ruler to keep the lines straight. Then connect the lines with a pen as they show above. Of course this only works for straight stitches!"

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