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I was just wondering if someone could tell me if you can use the classic pads for this technique? I saw the instructions for crayon resist in the resources, so I know how to do it, I am just wondering about the best ink to use for it. I have tried this two times with the classic pads and the sponges, and it just doesn't work! After I wipe the image with the paper towel, you can't even tell anything is different, you can't see the white crayon anywhere. I would appreciate any help. Thanks!
Melissa
I have used SU's classic ink pads with good results. The "steps" I use are:
1) On glossy cs, stamp your image with a permanent black ink pad (I used SU Basic Black)
2) Let image dry
3) "Highlight" with a white or light-colored crayon the areas you want to remain white
4) Sponge 2-3 coordinating colors all over the cardstock (I like solid coverage)
5) Use a tissue to wipe the wax off the cardstock, allowing the white cs to show through (I use a gently, circular motion for this step)
Thank you for the help. That is exactly what I have done and it just isn't working. Do you think it matters what brand of crayon is used? And is it just a regular one or does it need to be washable? Thanks again.
Hmmm...I'm not sure. I used a Crayola crayon (white) with three different shades of blue (light, medium, and darker), and they all worked. Are you using a well-inked pad (i.e. - not dry?) Also, with some of the "resist" techniques, I know it makes a difference if you wipe with the tissue right away instead of waiting awhile (if you wait with some of the techniques, you don't get as bright of a white "resisted" image.) I'm not sure if this is true with the crayon resist technique or not, though. I hope this helps!
I have used crayola and roseart crayons with success.(whatever I find around the house) I am very generous with the crayon and go over the areas a couple of times.-that could also be cuz I forget where I have put white crayon already.... :oops: Instead of sponging I ink up the brayer with a spectum pad or a SU classic ink pad. Haven't had any problems.
Make sure there is enough crayon and plenty of ink. if you go to light with the ink the crayon won't have anything to show through.
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crayon resist
I had a stamp camp last night and wanted to use the crayon resist technique. Problem was that I was trying to keep costs down and didn't really want to buy 10 boxes of crayons. Then I realized that what we are really trying to get is the wax from the crayons to resist the inks. So, I bought a package of small white birthday candles. They came 36 to a box at about $1.50. Not only did everyone have their own 'crayon', but there are plently left over for another camp. It worked great!!!
As a side note, I did use the classic inks on glossy paper. I CASE'd the card from the 'Early Spring' set, and as the stamper noted in her comments, it is just gorgeous in person! You should really try it!
Crayon Resist?
