Hello, and welcome to the Simon Says Stamp One Of A Kind Blog Hop! If you came from the amazing Laura Bassen’s blog, you are right on track!
I created a floral watercolor card using a brand new Bouquet of Thanks stamp set from the One Of A Kind Collection. To create my own scene, I stamped my image three times using the masking technique.
I started by applying light color for the base layer and went over the paint to diffuse the color using a wet paint brush. Then I brought in more colors to my image to add some shading.
I softened the hard edges using a moist paint brush before the paint is completely dry. I darkened the value of watercolor by adding layers of the same colors.
If you let the paint dry between applications, you’ll be able to leave a harsh line between layers which looks cool as well.
If you make a mistake with your watercolors or you have some paint went outside of outline, you can fix it by adding some clean water on the paper and picking up the colors with the paper towel or paintbrush.
I added some paint splatters to give some interest to my card. This technique is a bit random but can create some very fun results, so I strongly recommend you to give it a try if you haven’t done so.
Video
I made a video tutorial to show you how to create my watercolor card using theBouquet of Thanks stamp set. You can watch it below or on my YouTube channel:
Floral Watercolor Card using Mijello Mission Gold Watercolors
- Cut down Canson cold press watercolor paper slightly larger than A2 card size using Tim Holtz paper trimmer.
- Stamp the flowers and leaves from the Bouquet of Thanks stamp set on the watercolor paper with Versafine Onyx black ink.
- Stamp the same image on an Inkadinkado Masking Paper and cut out the image with scissors to create a mask.
- Layer the mask over the stamped image, covering the image completely. Stamp the image two times over the mask, positioning the image partially onto the mask.
- Tape down the watercolor paper on the chipboard sheet using washi tape
- Color the images with Mijello Mission Gold watercolor set and #2 round paintbrush.
- Cover the images with post-it-notes and add paint splatters over the background.
- Remove the watercolor panel from the chipboard and cut it down into 4.25” by 5”5” using Tim Holtz paper trimmer.
- Stamp the sentiment from the Bouquet of Thanks stamp set with Versafine Onyx black ink.
- Mount the watercolor panel on the A2 sized top folding white card base using double sided tape.
- Finish off the card by adding white dots on the flowers with Uni-Ball White Gel Pen.
These are my favorite products from the One Of A Kind product release. Make sure to visit the Simon Says Stamp store HERE to check out the rest of awesome new products.
Giveaway
Simon Says Stamp is giving away a $25 coupon to every stop on the hop. For a chance to win, leave a comment below by Monday, June 26th. The winners will be announced on the Simon Says Stamp Blog on Tuesday, June 27th.
Blog Hop
It is now time to head on over to the fantastic Shari Carroll’s blog to see what creation she has to inspire you all. Thanks so much for stopping by today. Happy hopping!
Simon Says Stamp Blog
Jennifer McGuire
Kristina Werner
Laura Bassen
May Park (You’re here!!)
Shari Carroll (Your next stop!!)
Amanda Korotkova
Heather Ruwe
Anna-Karin Evaldsson
Kelly Latevola
Supplies
I have listed the supplies I used below. I participate in several affiliate programs including Simon Says Stamp(SSS), Ellen Hutson(EH) and Altenew(AN). It means I get a small commission at no additional cost to you when products are purchased through links I share here. Thank you for your support.
 Simon Says Stamp Bouquet Thanks Stamp Set Shop at: SSS |
 Mijello Mission Gold Watercolor Set Shop at: SSS | AZ |
 Silver Black Velvet Brush #2 Round Shop at: SSS |
 Silver Black Velvet Brush Size 4 Round Shop at: SSS | AZ | EH |
 EK Success Cutter Bee Scissors Shop at: SSS | EH |
 Tim Holtz Tonic Paper Trimmer Shop at: SSS | AZ | EH |
 Wagner Embossing Tool Gun Shop at: SSS | HA | EH |
 EK Success Craft Tweezers Shop at: SSS | EH |
 Dahle Self-Healing Cutting Mat 18×12 Shop at: SSS | EH |
 Be Creative Double Sided Tape Shop at: SSS | EH |
 Versafine Onyx Black Ink Shop at: SSS | EH |
 Inkadinkado Masking Paper Shop at: SSS | EH |
 3M Post It Notes Shop at: SSS | AZ |
 Neenah Solar White Cardstock 80LB Shop at: SSS | EH |
 Uni-Ball White Gel Pen Shop at: SSS | EH |
 Hero Arts Acrylic Block Shop at: SSS | HA |
 Absorber Cleaning Cloth Shop at: AZ |
 Original MISTI Stamping Tool Shop at: SSS | AZ | EH |
 Canson Montval Watercolor Paper Shop at: SSS |
 Hero Arts Ultra Clean Shop at: SSS | HA | EH |
Lisa Tolen
I love your watercolor techniques. The flowers look like they can pop off the page. I haven’t relaxed my linear thinking to feel free to explore watercolor yet. 🙂
Jun . 24 . 2017Gilda (McStamper)
Oh, what a beautiful card. Your coloring is just so fabulous.
Jun . 24 . 2017PRstamper
Love your coloring with this image, great inspiration!
Jun . 24 . 2017Joanne
What a beautiful card! Thank you so much for the really instructional and helpful video!
Jun . 24 . 2017Sarah Jimenez
I’m always amazed at the masking technique! This card is so beautiful! TFS!
Jun . 24 . 2017Dawn Young
Beautiful card…lots of great colors!!
Jun . 24 . 2017Sonia W
Beautiful card !!! love the color combination that you used
Jun . 24 . 2017EVA WALKER
the card is beautiful. I may have to have a go at some coloring. just learning to stamp. I mostly scrapbook but have been making a few cards. you make it look so easy.
Jun . 24 . 2017Fonda Rush
Very colorful card and perfect for this summer season!
Jun . 24 . 2017Karen Rice
Gorgeous card, May! Thanks for sharing–I love this new release!
Jun . 24 . 2017Glorie Alvarez
Gorgeous card and coloring. Thank you for the video tutorial.
Jun . 24 . 2017janice guerette
Beautiful!!
Jun . 24 . 2017Karen @ MisplacedMojo.com
Your watercoloring is just beautiful! It was nice to hear your process for picking a color combo.
Jun . 24 . 2017Nana Griffin
Your card your card is very lovely.
Jun . 24 . 2017Denise Ward
These delicately colored flowers are so pretty on this card. I really like this new stamp set from SSS. Thanks for being part of the hop!
Jun . 24 . 2017Laura Peddicord
Your flowers are gorgeous! Wish I had that watercolor talent. It is truly a gift.
Jun . 24 . 2017Amy P.
Gorgeous floral cards! Thanks for sharing your technique:)
Jun . 24 . 2017Tracy Lewis
Very pretty watercoloring, thanks so much for the inspiration:)
Jun . 24 . 2017luminaspirit
I love the technique… I’ll have to give it a try!
Jun . 24 . 2017Beverly Perdue
What a gorgeous card! I loved watching you watercolor the flowers. You may it look so easy.
Jun . 24 . 2017Barb Macaskill
Breathtaking, gorgeous, stunning, divine and mind blowing are a few words that I would use to describe how I feel about this magnificent card! WOW! TFS!
Jun . 24 . 2017Michelle
Wow! I love this design and the colors you chose. Makes me want to try and recreate it! Beautiful!
Jun . 24 . 2017Keely Jones
What beautiful colors! Thanks for sharing!
Jun . 24 . 2017Helen Powell
It was really good to see all of the technique needed for watercolour. Love the card
Jun . 24 . 2017Sue McRae
Amazing colors on your pretty card!
Jun . 24 . 2017