Hi All,
The technique I used on today’s card has so many possibilities! I used some snowflake die cuts to mask an ink blended panel, then sprayed it with white ink. It’s surprisingly easy to do. Here is a close-up of the masking:
You could also use a watercolor-washed background before applying the masks. It’s kind of hard to explain in words – you’ll have to watch the video! The snowflake die set I used in the video has been replaced by a new set that is very similar, so I linked to the new set in the Supplies section. Enjoy. 🙂
Card Measurements:
| Element | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Snowflake panel | 4 1/8 x 5 3/8 inches | 10.5 x 13.7 cm |
| Card base | 4 1/4 x 5 1/2 inches | 10.8 x 14 cm |
Supplies:
 Snowflake Dies |
 Impression Obsession Snowflakes |
 Penny Black Love and Joy Dies EH|SSS |
 Easy Tack Spray |
 White Ink Spray S.COM|SSS |
 Perfect Pearls EH|SSS |
 Mini Mister EH|SSS |
 Peacock Feathers EH|SSS |
 Salty Ocean Distress Ink EH|SSS |
 Chipped Sapphire EH|SSS |
 Gansai Tambi White EH|SSS |
 White Gel Pen EH|SSS |
 Ink Foam Applicator EH|SSS |
 Neenah Cardstock EH|SSS |
 Black Cardstock |
 Silver Glitter Cardstock |
 SSS Vellum |
 Tweezers EH|SSS |
 Glue Pen |
 Micro Glue Dots EH|SSS |
 Scotch Foam Tape |
Connie
It’s a little too far from Australia to Dallas to go look at this stunning Christmas card'(smile) so I guess I’m just going to have to make one of my own. As I have all the elements required in my stash, this shouldn’t be a problem. Thanks for giving me the inspiration.
Sarah
stunning card! can’t wait to try a technique like this soon
doloresroberson
Speaking of Christmas, are you collecting cards for shut-ins this year? I remember awhile ago you mentioned something about this.
Delusional1
What a great technique and such a beautiful card…Thanks for such a terrific tutorial!
🙂
Debbi…
Andrea
I agree–1/16″ mats are hard to line up! With a 1/8″ one, at least you can use a gridded ruler (I use one intended for quilting). Anything less “standard” I pretty much have to eyeball. I think you did a great job, though! Love the background you created. It makes me think of the Milky Way, or a more monochromatic galaxy background. Really pretty! I have basically everything I’d need to recreate this card, so I may give this a try. Thank you for sharing the inspiration & process! 🙂 ~ Andrea
Bertie
Beautiful card. I love the technique.
Cheryl
Beautiful! I’m definitely going to give this technique a try.
Glenismaree
Great technique and a very pretty card. Thanks Darlene
danielleb
Gorgeous!
Tricia
Darlene,
What an outstanding card! I’m going to try this. Love the darker colors with the white sprays applied on top. Great results! Thanks!
Jennifer Stark
Lovely card. I know that perfectionist feeling. Don’t let it interfere with your creativity and joy of creating!! Sometimes when I let things go, I have happy accidents!! I love EVERYTHING you do! I think you’re fabulous!!!! I am going to give this technique a try today. Thank you!
darlene
You’re so sweet Jennifer – thank you!
amelialesley
Beautiful!