So, I love these ideas and I sat down to make a few of these cards myself, using black solid stamp images I already owned. I found that when you heat emboss the black image BEFORE ink blending, the ink color also covers the embossed image with a layer of ink. Then, wiping off that layer of ink on top of the embossing causes the ink to come off the background as well, around the image. It was really messy for me. Instead, I found that it works better to do the ink background first, let it dry for two hours or so, and do the heat embossing at the end, on top of the ink background. My image is crisp and clean.
I don't know how you can keep coming up with so many ideas - let alone have time to make all these amazing cards! Always look forward to your videos! Have a great day, Jennifer!
Wow I love these cards, especially the ones with flowers. I have got to make a sympathy card and I think following your clear instructions I should be able to make one of these. Thank you for inspiration.
Hi Jennifer ~ I have to admit that when I see your name pop up in my YT feed, it feels a little like my birthday morning as a child. I always know I'm in for a treat. I've done some of this type of coloring/blending with silhouette images but have never tried coloring in an image that wasn't a silhouette. I'm definitely going to try this with a couple of different images with my Oxide inks (which I absolutely LOVE!). Thanks so much for sharing and I look forward to your next video. ~HUGS~ #kindnessmatters
So beautiful in a simple kind of way. I will be trying this. Thank you for taking the time to share this with us Jennifer. Also, thank you for always inspiring me! 😊
I love you projects and finally broke down and bought some distress oxide inks, I love them. I started with 3 and will probably add more a little at a time.
I love silhouette images and these cards are amazing. I can't wait to try the ink blending. Your tutorials are my favorite. Love your creativity and artistry.
The silhouette idea is so cute!! I would have never thought of that on my own, but when you showed them side by side at the beginning, I thought to myself, "I bet she just colored the image with black!" Great idea, Jenn!!
Wonderful ideas, beautifully rendered as usual! Just a warning to those who might have to order Molotow masking pens from away - if there is any chance they will freeze en route, do not buy them. If they freeze the seize!
Yaaaas! I've been trying to come up with a way to use my Spectrum Noir Black Sparkle Pen - which has been harder to do than it seems since it's pretty opaque when it's put down. As you well know, the control when coloring with the Spectrum Noir pens can be tricky so this is perfect if I pair it with the right image. Muchas!
Gorgeous cards, as usual! I've used photopolymer stamps with my Misti, but upside down, so you get the black image! That way you can use the embossing powder as well. The only thing is, the picture is reversed, but it saves. you colouring.
I thought the same thing at first, but most stamps are wider on the back than the actual stamping image on the front. Therefore, you will not get the same detail.
I absolutely agree, they are awesome! I am definitely going to have a go a the technique myself. I was thinking that Christmas colour inks with Christmas silohettes such as a christmas tree, holly or mistletoe would work well. If I do these i will send you photos of the results.
Lovely effects. Question: instead of inking first (like on the flowers) can you just color the card completely, stamp and then color in with black? Thank you again for the inspiration.
Very cool...I was wondering, if you use the stamp of the cat, but put it in your Misti up side down. You would get a slightly bigger image, backwards also. Hummm I should try it lol.
If you have a silhouette stamp, is there a reason why you wouldn't do the background first with the Distress Oxide inks, then stamp in VersaFine Black ink after, (with or without adding embossing)?
Is there a big difference between the Nuvo glaze drops and the Nuvo jewel drops? I can never decide between those products or just the Glossy accents. Loved the video and cards of course ❤️
Great idea! I really love the result. One question, in the black cat you've used a Copic marker, we can use another type of marker, like tombow?? or a water based marker?? Thanks
Not only beautiful but also a whole new way to use stamps already sitting on the shelf. Brilliant!!
So, I love these ideas and I sat down to make a few of these cards myself, using black solid stamp images I already owned. I found that when you heat emboss the black image BEFORE ink blending, the ink color also covers the embossed image with a layer of ink. Then, wiping off that layer of ink on top of the embossing causes the ink to come off the background as well, around the image. It was really messy for me. Instead, I found that it works better to do the ink background first, let it dry for two hours or so, and do the heat embossing at the end, on top of the ink background. My image is crisp and clean.
I don't know how you can keep coming up with so many ideas - let alone have time to make all these amazing cards! Always look forward to your videos! Have a great day, Jennifer!
Another FABULOUS video, Jennifer! Thanks so much for sharing all of these techniques with us...Your cards are gorgeous!!!
What another great idea!! HUGS TO LILA!! MY SON'S KINDERGARTEN TEACHER CALLED TODAY "GOOD OL' FRIDAY.
On the black silhouette, I did the blending then stamped the image, then colored black. It seemed to do just fine. Thanks for the great video.
You are just too cool to be human! I learn so much from you! Thank you!
I love the crisp, clean look of your cards.
Jennifer, loved all the cards...thank you for giving different ideas with the same stamp!!
A fantastic video and the cards are stunning...thanks Jennifer for all your great sharing with all of us..................pat
Jennifer... You AMAZE me! Thank you for sharing your awesomeness!!!!
Wow I love these cards, especially the ones with flowers. I have got to make a sympathy card and I think following your clear instructions I should be able to make one of these. Thank you for inspiration.
Hi Jennifer ~ I have to admit that when I see your name pop up in my YT feed, it feels a little like my birthday morning as a child. I always know I'm in for a treat. I've done some of this type of coloring/blending with silhouette images but have never tried coloring in an image that wasn't a silhouette. I'm definitely going to try this with a couple of different images with my Oxide inks (which I absolutely LOVE!). Thanks so much for sharing and I look forward to your next video. ~HUGS~
#kindnessmatters
I have seen your videos from day 1 and I can tell you are getting more comfortable with the whole process. Oh, I really like your eyebrows!
Beautiful cards! Those backgrounds are just stunning!! The colours are so rich and vibrant. Thanks for all the wonderful tips as well.
Lovely ! Thankyou Jennifer.
So beautiful in a simple kind of way. I will be trying this. Thank you for taking the time to share this with us Jennifer. Also, thank you for always inspiring me! 😊
Beautiful Cards Jennifer!
Love the look of these. Great technique . Your designs are simple but beautiful. TFS
Love, love, love all of these cards and I am so enjoying using Oxide Inks. I will be trying this technique. Thank you Jennifer.
Excellent way to make gorgeous cards.Thank you Jennifer 😘
Thanks Jennifer for so many tips and suggestions. Love your examples.
I love you projects and finally broke down and bought some distress oxide inks, I love them. I started with 3 and will probably add more a little at a time.
I love silhouette images and these cards are amazing. I can't wait to try the ink blending. Your tutorials are my favorite. Love your creativity and artistry.
I always enjoy your tutorials and learn something (lots of somethings) with every tutorial! Thank you. Beautiful creations!!
The silhouette idea is so cute!! I would have never thought of that on my own, but when you showed them side by side at the beginning, I thought to myself, "I bet she just colored the image with black!" Great idea, Jenn!!
These are ALL just beautiful! Great job Jennifer!
Fabulous technique! I'm always inspired watching your videos! Keep up the awesome work!!
Great technique. I love your videos!
Hello Jennifer. Beautiful cards. Love them all.
Such a crisp design. Love the technique. Thank you for a great video!
Another great technique and your cards turned out so nice and great tips and tricks to do them.....well done
You are an excellent teacher. Thank you for these really cute cards
Great ideas!!! I can think of sooo many possibilities with all my stamps!!
Very pretty - TFS your creative talent - Mia
I just made my first card using this technique. I used my clarity brushes and i like the result. On to making more! Thank you jennifer!
Just gorgeous Jennifer, thanks for sharing.
Beautiful cards. Especially like the kitty. Often wonder how I could use my silhouette stamps so thanks for the ideas.
These are all so awesome Jennifer, I LOVE how you think! (So I don't have too. HAHA) Beautiful cards.
Can't wait to try this technique....lovely!
Thank you so much Jennifer. I love these methods!
Absolutely love these cards. The colors are so pretty and love the images you chose to go on top. TFS!
Wonderful ideas, beautifully rendered as usual! Just a warning to those who might have to order Molotow masking pens from away - if there is any chance they will freeze en route, do not buy them. If they freeze the seize!
Stunning cards Jennifer and as always, great tips...TFS!
Love the cards, as always. I like the Nuvo Crystal Glaze because the dots dry more flat.
Wow! Always so inspiring, Jennifer! TFS
Beautiful cards and awesome technique.
There are all beautiful as always. You are very talented and clever
Who would have thought of this? You! Thank you!
Beautiful as usual. Thanks for sharing this technique. Time to try it out!! Stay Blessed!
Gorgeous Jennifer x green eyed monster lurching namely me haha x a stunning easy design that would be perfect x thank you for sharing xx
Yaaaas! I've been trying to come up with a way to use my Spectrum Noir Black Sparkle Pen - which has been harder to do than it seems since it's pretty opaque when it's put down. As you well know, the control when coloring with the Spectrum Noir pens can be tricky so this is perfect if I pair it with the right image. Muchas!
Simple but beautiful!
Wonderful ideas. . Thanks for sharing, love so many of them . . And definitely gonna try some. . Thanks. 😎 😎 😎
I love this idea!!! These cards turned out so cute and elegant ^__^ Thanks for sharing!!!
the blending is so beautiful!
Thanks Jennifer!!! Great video as always!!!!!
Definitely going to try this - today haha
awesome. New techniques that i'm gonna try one of these days. thanks.
Lovely cards - great info. TFS!
So clever, thank you
Loved those cards and thank you for the tips. Tfs
Great tip, thanks for all the ideas 💗💗👍🏼
They are very beautiful the cards. THANKS!
Beautiful!! Love all your color combinations :)
Gorgeous cards, as usual! I've used photopolymer stamps with my Misti, but upside down, so you get the black image! That way you can use the embossing powder as well. The only thing is, the picture is reversed, but it saves.
you colouring.
I thought the same thing at first, but most stamps are wider on the back than the actual stamping image on the front. Therefore, you will not get the same detail.
yes, but the back of the stamp isn't as crisp on the edge - more rounded out. ;)
Beautiful as usual! Thanks.
I absolutely agree, they are awesome! I am definitely going to have a go a the technique myself. I was thinking that Christmas colour inks with Christmas silohettes such as a christmas tree, holly or mistletoe would work well. If I do these i will send you photos of the results.
Terrific as usual! Thanks for sharing!
So awesome! love this technique. tfs
Love this technique! Gonna have to try this.
Really awesome. Thanks for sharing.
GORGEOUS!
Love, love this . thanks
What a great idea i love it thanks
Beautiful!
Fantastic ideas. TFS xx
Wonderful. Thank you.
Thank you for sharing. 😊
Thanks for the video
Would it be possible to colour over the images with versamark after the ink blending and then emboss so it stays shiny?
Lovely effects. Question: instead of inking first (like on the flowers) can you just color the card completely, stamp and then color in with black? Thank you again for the inspiration.
yes, but stamping or coloring on top of the distress ink can sometimes be tricky to get a good image.
have you tried a tsukineko emboss pen? I think they come in a variety of colours including black so you could emboss straight away.
Very cool...I was wondering, if you use the stamp of the cat, but put it in your Misti up side down. You would get a slightly bigger image, backwards also. Hummm I should try it lol.
yes, but the back of the stamp isn't as crisp on the edge - more rounded out. ;)
Absolutely gorgeous I would love the tropical set but can't find it in the UK xxxx
Love these cards! Where do you find envelopes for 4-bar cards? Only ones I have found are on SSS but they aren't white and most of my cards are white.
Will other marker's work for the black coloring if you don't have Copic?
Beautiful! :-D
For the silhouette style card, is there any reason that you couldn't stamp over the blended back ground?
If you have a silhouette stamp, is there a reason why you wouldn't do the background first with the Distress Oxide inks, then stamp in VersaFine Black ink after, (with or without adding embossing)?
oxide inks like to hold powder, too, so this way gives better results
Hey Jennifer! Quick question-- couldn't I just restamp the image using versamark instead of the versamark pen?
xoxoxo!
Can you use a hair dryer for heat embossing?
I love this technique.
I really like the mama elephant stamps, but coloring is not my thing.
I wish there were more videos like this.
Is there a big difference between the Nuvo glaze drops and the Nuvo jewel drops? I can never decide between those products or just the Glossy accents. Loved the video and cards of course ❤️
the jewel are clear. like clear with a tint of color
Purr fect even!
Purr fact!
Beautiful cards!😍Thanks. ❤
Can I quick dry the Molotow masking fluid with my heat Gun?
Wonderful idea😍
U added sentiment after coloring then y not the image as it requires shine after coloring???
Great idea! I really love the result. One question, in the black cat you've used a Copic marker, we can use another type of marker, like tombow?? or a water based marker?? Thanks
till how many days can distress oxide inks last before we need reinkers
depends on how much you use them. i haven't reinked yet.