Stamp an image with bleach and reveal a colorful background.
Two or more pigment inks
Darker dye ink
Brayer
Household bleach
Sponge brush or disposable plate with paper towel
Sponges
Neutral cardstock
Stamp
Step 1.
Apply one color of pigment ink with a sponge (here, Certainly Celery).
Step 2.
Apply the next color of pigment ink (here, Lavender Lace). Make sure the entire piece of cardstock is covered. Let dry, or use a heat tool to set the ink.
Step 3.
Apply darker dye ink over entire cardstock with a brayer.
Eggplant Envy was used here, as Basic Black does not work. Apply several coats to cover all color. Let dry again.
Step 4.
Apply bleach to the stamp with a foam brush.
Tip: A makeshift bleach pad can be made by folding a paper towel and placing it on a disposable plate. Add a little bit of bleach, and use that to apply bleach to the stamp.
Step 5.
Stamp the bleached image on the brayered cardstock.
Step 6.
Let dry and finish the project.
You've seen the tutorial, now you try it! We've got a section of the gallery set aside for Rainbow Craft. Try this technique, then upload your artwork to the gallery. Show us your creations!
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