I'm Hooked!

Today I have another bird image to share along with some Color Burst.  For this project I first stamped the image on watercolor paper and used a liquid mask over the image.  I then added the Color Burst to the card using the sprinkle method, which in my opinion gives you more control with the powder and I can focus/place color just where I want it. Next step is to spritz a small amount water over the powder, with the end result being more intense. I added a small piece of washi tape on two corners to add a little more interest.  After removing the liquid mask, I colored the image with Zig Clean Color Real Brush pens, added a sentiment and its complete.

Thanks for stopping in today.  

Nancy

Branching Out

Spending time in my craft room is so cherished for me, why does life have to get in the way.  Sorry I haven't posted lately.

I thoroughly love trying new techniques and today's post is my result.

I'm obsessed with the new Color Burst product from Ken Oliver and all the fabulous results I can get.

I stamped this bird image from Martha Stewart on watercolor card stock. I have been experimenting with Versafine, Ranger Archival and StazOn inks to see if there's any difference for me or if I like one better.

I do like Versafine and Ranger the best because they are easier to clean up. but StazOn works fine.

I used Versafine and my Misti to stamp this image and sentiment.

I sprayed water on the card and then sprinkled the Color Burst pigment on the card front.  I continued to spray more water until I got the background I liked also focusing the red in the area I had stamped the bird.  After the paper was completely dry I spritzed bleach on the paper to achieve the spotty effect.

I used a brush to bleach out the flowers and branches.  Using Distress markers I placed color back on the branches and then added some bling to finish the card.

I had a great time making this card and will do this again!

Thanks for hanging in there and stoping by my little blog today.

Nancy

Fun Stuff

Today I want to share a fun new product by Ken Oliver, or at least to me.

Color Burst is like magic in a little bottle.  

There are currently 6 colors but I have heard there may be a few more added later this month.

This micro-fine concentrated powder reacts with water. Apply it with a wet brush, sprinkle it directly on a wet surface, or dissolve it in water to make a mist. Dry it quickly with a heat if you want.

Here is the first card I made using a stencil and white embossing powder resist.

With this card I sprinkled the powder on the surface and then sprayed it with water. I didn't want the entire background covered for this effect.

Now on this second card I used another resist method but used a large background stamp.  I totally wet the surface of the card and then sprinkled the Color Burst powder on top.  I moved the water around with a brush and also just tilted the paper to get the color to move around.

This stuff is addicting and so much fun.  

Ken Oliver is actually coming to our local scrapbook store here in Cedar Rapids to teach several classes.  Needless to say, I will be there next Friday night.

Prepare to have inky fingers and let the magic begin.

Thanks for stopping by today and have a fabulous weekend.

Nancy