Hi! I hope you are having a wonderful, relaxing weekend. Hopefully you are finding lots of creative inspiration if you've been hopping along with us. If you're just starting - well - get on it!
This month is all about LOVE! I thought I would make a fairly simple, masculine "love you" card. It could be used for Valentine's Day, or any time you just want to tell a guy in your life that you think he's kind of special.
It's no secret that I love to watercolor. I especially love water-coloring intricate, detailed images, but sometimes, I like EASY watercolor too! This technique is a pretty much no fail, more graphic/artsy way to achieve a watercolor look.
You definitely have to let go of perfectionism with this look! To achieve it, first spritz your watercolor paper with a light mist of water. This will help prepare the paper. After you ink up your stamp, give that a light mist of water as well, and then stamp! The water will blend the colors in all sorts of fun ways. It's not meant to be perfect, but if you do need to, you can always touch up areas with an Aquapainter. As usual for a "guy card" I kept it pretty simple with embellishments to a minimum. Honestly, I guess this card could go to pretty much anyone! It would also take on a pretty look in warmer, bright colors as well.
Next up is Julie, I am sure you'll find even more inspiration!
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Thank you so much for visiting today! As always, I hope that you have a great day, and a great week, and take some time to create, because it's always Stamp Time Somewhere!
I'm a fan of those bright, watercolored hearts!!
Posted by: Sara Levin | February 03, 2019 at 08:22 AM
Oh wow Joanna! This is just a stunning card!
Posted by: Linda van Wely | February 03, 2019 at 09:54 AM
Simply beautiful--I love your technique and the choice of colors on this card.
Posted by: Sara Nell Langland | February 07, 2019 at 07:56 AM