Happy Thursday! This Distress ink technique of Tara’s is a classic so I figure it is perfect for this week’s Throwback Thursday. Enjoy…
I’ve had few request for my Distress ink tutorial that was featured on the Ranger blog a few years ago. Originally called Simple Summer Card set but by changing the colors and stamps a bit, the technique is lovely for autumn (or winter!) too so I thought I’d share it with you here today!
I used a simple torn paper masking technique to create stripes of blended color. You can see from the card samples I like using yellow as combines with so many colors beautifully!
To start, pre-cut a white layer of cardstock. Next tape torn copy paper over it onto your craft sheet, leaving a space to apply your ink.
Using an ink applicator tool, start with your lightest colors of Distress ink and layer them over the torn paper.
The next step is to continue layering and blending more shades of Distress Ink until you are happy.
Ink up a background stamp with one of the lightest colors you used and stamp it over your inked background.
Lift the torn copy paper to reveal your finished background! Oooh, aaah… isn’t it pretty?
Stamp a foliage or tree type image over your background in Black Archival Ink. I use coordinating colors of Distress Markers to create a 3D embellishment with a butterfly stamp. It added a bit of texture to a simple card.
Layer the piece of white cardstock onto a black card base and your card is complete! Repeat and create in a variety of colors and with assorted sentiments. Makes for a nice hostess gift or leave the sentiment off and add them as you need them 🙂
Inky hugs,
Tara
