Acrylic Block Ombre Watercolor Technique Tutorial Card Sketch 9

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In this tutorial, I explain step by step my creative process in creating this beautiful Mother’s Day card from a sketch. You will find the instructions, supply list and a video below.

I am using sketch 9 from my 30 Card Sketches with Examples ebook. This card is made with the stamp set Tea Together from our Spring Occasions Catalog. I’m using colors from our 2017-2019 In Colors Write Markers. These markers will be retiring May 31, 2019.

If you would like, you can order my ebook here 30 Card Sketches with Examples

Card Measurements

• Berry Burst Cardstock 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ scored at 4-1/4″
• Watercolor Paper 4″ x 5-1/4″

Card Details

• Color bottom third of the acrylic block with the brush end of a Stampin’ Write Marker starting with the lightest color first
• With the next shade darker marker, color the middle third of the acrylic block
• Finish coloring the top third of the acrylic block with the darkest marker
• Spritz the block with water and press down on Watercolor paper
• Blot up excess color
• Stamp rose image and sentiment with Berry Burst ink
• Attach watercolor paper to the card base using Stampin’ Dimensionals

Berry Burst 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[144243]

$8.50

Berry Burst Classic Stampin' Pad

[147143]

$7.50

2017-2019 In Color Stampin' Write Markers

[144033]

$15.00

Tea Together Cling Stamp Set

[148779]

$22.00

Clear Block D

[118485]

$8.50

Stampin' Spritzer

[126185]

$3.00

Watercolor Paper

[122959]

$5.00

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

$4.00

Card Sketches make creating a card much easier. Use them with product suites and kits to make it even easier.

Thanks for stopping by. I always appreciate hearing from you. Let me know if you ever have any questions or suggestions.

I hope you have a beautiful and creative day.

If you like this project and would like to make it yourself but need some materials to do so, please contact me 

kristina@creatingwithkristina.com