watercoloring

[Lalalaur]

What is the best Stampin Up cardstock to watercolor on?? Right now I just white cardstock from Walmart, I wondered if there was something that worked better than that?
Thanks

[Korillian]

...but the cards I have done look GREAT on SU Ultrasmooth White cardstock. The colors really stand out but not in a too bold way, unless that's the effect you're going for.

I haven't tried any other cardstock. Some people use Georgia Pacific cardstock from Walmart and say it's pretty good but even so they say it doesn't compare with the SU Ultrasmooth White. I was thinking about buying some of the Walmart Georgia Pacific just to practice on/play with but then using the SU Ultrasmooth when I really make cards.

--Anne

[baughtl]

I've also read in this forum that the SU! Confetti White is an excellent choice for watercoloring. I haven't tried it yet... but have used the US White with great results!

[Lalalaur]

Thanks, I will have to order some of the Ultra Smooth next time!

[stampin8mom]

I use Wal Mart white all the time for my watercoloring - but after I stamp my image and before I watercolor, I spray the cardstock with a light coat of Krylon Matte Spray (you can get this at walmart in the spray paint section, I think).

Matte Spray is a clear spray and it gives the paper a slight "coat" so the colors and the water blend easier and the paper doesn't "pill."

Makes watercoloring soooo much easier!

Kathy

[Bekasmom]

At regionals they told us that the confetti white is the best choice for watercoloring. It is a heavier cardstock and can withstand water better.

Julia

[starbucks_stamper]

I just finshed watercoloring some cards for a swap and I used Confetti White. It looks very nice and the cardstock is nice and heavy and withstands the watercoloring very well. I would highly recommend it!

[Lalalaur]

I think I might order some of both after I get my demo kit!!! That way I experiment a little too! Thanks again!

[geeg44]

You spray and then you watercolor? Is that correct?