Just got this fabulous Penny Black stamp and wanted to try a fall version. On a piece of watercolor cs, I splattered masking fluid and let dry. Then, I used the watercolor technique where you color on the stamp with zig watercolor markers and then spritz with water before stamping. I did this multiple times with multiple shades of the colors. Sometimes I spritzed with water sometimes not. I also sponged a bit of color on the stamp some of the time when I didn't have the shade I wanted in a zig. Then I used a technique that I have seen Jill Foster and Virginia of "Yes, Virginia" use, and that is before removing the stamp from the MISTI, I stamped with versamark and clear embossed. That way I could sponge the bg because I was nervous about a watercolor wash with such a detailed stamp. It also gives the leaves and berries a lovely shine IRL, which of course you can't see in the photo. After sponging I rubbed off the masking fluid leaving the white splatters, which I love. I didn't have enough splatters of masking fluid so I added splatters of diluted white acrylic paint. Watercolor panel is popped up with dimensionals. Very happy with how this turned out!
Registered: December 4, 2010 Location: Minnesota Posts: 16610
Fri, Oct 07, 2016 @ 8:14 AM
Bestill my heart, this is so gorgeous Maura. Jaw Drop! Thank you for describing how you did this technique- I appreciate that. This card needs to be put into a frame and admired for years to come. Wow! ~Karen.
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Registered: October 29, 2004 Location: Coos Bay, Oregon Posts: 24007
Fri, Oct 07, 2016 @ 9:00 AM
Thank you so very much Maura for not only your absolutely Stunning card, but for your detailed description!!! I am in awe of your beauty. I am putting this stamp on my wishlist. TFS my friend. Hugs, Nancy
Registered: January 20, 2011 Location: Beautiful British Columbia Posts: 7619
Fri, Oct 07, 2016 @ 10:48 AM
Your watercolouring is amazing Maura! Love the depth of colours and the bright white spots from masking. So pretty!! Great tip about clear embossing the image before doing the background. Thanks for sharing with us at CAS Watercolour! xx
Registered: February 3, 2005 Location: Delray Beach, FL Posts: 34769
Fri, Oct 07, 2016 @ 12:25 PM
Wowzer is right, Maura! This is GORGEOUS! I love this stamp, and you've done a masterful job with it on your very first try - wow! Expert already! I love the beautiful colors and the splatter. Don't we just love the MISTI! Stunning, sweet friend, and Dirty Girl worthy! Hugs!
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Registered: June 13, 2008 Location: Vancouver, Canada Posts: 23647
Fri, Oct 07, 2016 @ 5:01 PM
I'm in love with your card! It is so perfectly coloured and splattered - makes me think of a very early snowfall drifting down through the autumn leaves. You've convinced me that I need to buy this stamp!
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Registered: April 18, 2011 Location: Melbourne, Aus Posts: 51844
Fri, Oct 07, 2016 @ 5:11 PM
After falling off my chair several times (first when I saw it, then again when I read you did this with Zig markers and once more when I read how you embossed it). Miss Maura I would love to stay and chat but I need to go and lay down and rest up....I have the letter B in Favs of the Week this weekend. Awesome my friend!!!
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