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October 29, 2010 •

Something new for me – Tombo Markers and some trusty SRM stickers

Good Luck!
Hello Friends, Did you get a pit in your stomach or leap for joy? Yup you read it right ….NO copics IN THIS POST. I finally had a moment to sit down and try something that I have been wanting to do for months. Before we get started I have to tell you I love this paper from bazzill. I LOVE IT …love the texture and it’s great to spray with perfect pearls. SRM is featuring some great card designs with this versatile paper. I hope you can check it out.

Good Luck!

You can see the sheen on the flowers and on the bottom of the paper. I sprayed the blue card base, flowers and leaves with the perfect pearls. They have the prettiest sparkle and I love how the paper stood up to the heat gun. These flowers were cut after I stamped the flowers and colored them. Below I share how I did it.

Best Wishes
Here is another card I made with the exact same stamp, perfect pearls and Tomo markers. I am still getting used to these markers but, I was thrilled that I was able to get a nice water colored effect. The  photo below allows you to see the yummy perfect pearls.

Best Wishes

To begin you want to start with water color paper and stamp on the smoother side of the paper. I inked my stamp with VersaFine then embossed with superfine clear embossing powder. (all supplies listed below)

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I am experimenting with these markers and picked up some rather dark colors to play with. I was determined to make them work. The colors weren’t blending well so I soaked it with perfect pearls.

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The colors were still not blending….so I soaked and literally drenched the paper some more. I took a brush to move some of the colors on the edges into the center and waited for it to dry. I look forward to learning more and will be happy to share any tips with you.

For the first card I did the same technique but, with the blue markers and lavender.

I have to give you all a big thanks for leaving such sweet warm comments all week! You won’t see another post until Monday and I hope to visit your blogs this weekend. In the mean time have a great weekend. Hugs, Kathy

  Filed Under: Quick Tips, Watercolor Tagged With: SRM stickers

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Comments

  1. Isha says

    October 29, 2010 at 7:16 am

    Beautiful cards Kathy. Love the way you described the step by step. TFS

  2. CraftyMomOf2 says

    October 29, 2010 at 7:25 am

    these are gorgeous kathy!!! love them!!!

  3. jenny says

    October 29, 2010 at 7:27 am

    Fabulous cards Kathy! The pearly sheen looks so pretty x
    Have a great weekend 🙂

    Jenny x

  4. jintyoo7 says

    October 29, 2010 at 9:14 am

    Bazzill paper/card is great, I agree. Your cards are beautiful and I admire your perseverance in getting the colour to move. Must be a challenge after Copics :o)

  5. Chelle says

    October 29, 2010 at 9:22 am

    They are very nice cards. I was wondering if there are other markers out there that will do the blending. I would love to try copics but can’t justify the cost. I have SU markers but they don’t blend.

  6. sundownerin says

    October 29, 2010 at 9:25 am

    wow, i think you create new colours, no ones blog is so full of fresh colours like yours!!! wonderful!

  7. pinky says

    October 29, 2010 at 10:53 am

    Very daring soaking your paper like that but I love what you have created.
    Pinky

  8. Kelly Massman says

    October 29, 2010 at 12:14 pm

    LOVE the colors and textures of the top card! 🙂 the other one is pretty, too! Just really LOVE the top one…

  9. Monique says

    October 29, 2010 at 12:24 pm

    Fantastic cards Kathy.. Brilliant as usual.. The pretty pink flowers just pop right off the second card..!!

  10. Deirdre says

    October 29, 2010 at 12:27 pm

    Kathy – amazing cards… wow, love them.

  11. Tracey says

    October 29, 2010 at 1:11 pm

    BEAUTIFUL!!!! I little shocked about NO Copics!! What made you try these Tombo markers?

  12. Sue McRae says

    October 29, 2010 at 1:45 pm

    Love the colours and pearl shimmer on the cards Kathy!

  13. paula says

    October 29, 2010 at 6:33 pm

    Gorgeous cards Kathy. Isn’t always a lot of fun trying something new out 😀 xoxoxoxoxoxoxo

  14. Barb says

    October 29, 2010 at 7:38 pm

    It doesn’t matter what markers you use, the result would always be the same. . . .fabulous! Love these pretty cards, Kathy! Hugs!

  15. Jess says

    October 29, 2010 at 9:05 pm

    Kathy your work is always so amazing, obviously right from the start! How I wish I was so talented 🙂 Can’t wait to see your tricks and tips for using these markers!

  16. SassyCricut says

    October 29, 2010 at 9:27 pm

    I think I heard your copics say they are running away from home… I’m sending them my address … LOL GREAT coloring.. you do GREAT coloring; which ever marker you decide to use… hugs.

  17. AnitaRex says

    October 30, 2010 at 12:00 am

    oooo what a cool effect you did with the markers and the perfect pearls!!!! So clever!

  18. Lucy Abrams says

    October 30, 2010 at 6:36 am

    Ooooh – so very pretty Kathy.
    Love you. x

  19. Linda says

    October 30, 2010 at 11:14 am

    I really liked your tutorial on how to work with these markers. I may give it a try.

  20. CinnamonSally says

    October 30, 2010 at 11:55 am

    These are stunning Kathy, you have inspired me to have a go with my brush markers again!!

  21. Kelley says

    October 30, 2010 at 11:56 am

    Beautiful cards! Thank you for sharing your tips on using these markers.

  22. Dotty Jo says

    October 30, 2010 at 12:07 pm

    Wow, gorgeous cards – aren’t you brave! Jo x

  23. Nat says

    October 30, 2010 at 1:12 pm

    wow, love the effect with these markers and perfect pearls! Just stunning 🙂

  24. Sanne says

    October 30, 2010 at 2:44 pm

    Gorgeous flowers Kathy – love the fresh colors!

  25. donna mikasa says

    October 30, 2010 at 7:02 pm

    Copics or markers….don’t matter. You ROCK at everything that’s in your hands! Thanks for sharing a very cool technique! Have an awesome weekend!!!

  26. Tiffany says

    October 30, 2010 at 10:52 pm

    Beautiful with your tombo markers! It’s always refreshing and exciting to use new materials, I love it!

  27. Alice Wertz says

    October 31, 2010 at 6:20 am

    love the beautiful vibrant colors that you are just a master at using, Kathy! gorgeous, gorgeous cards. you can do magic with ANY coloring medium, girl! you are amazing! have a happy halloween/Sunday! =)

  28. ~ Ali ~ says

    October 31, 2010 at 4:04 pm

    Very creative indeed. Thanks for sharing. Hugs Ali x

  29. Nancy says

    October 31, 2010 at 7:38 pm

    You are a genius with a marker in your hand…these cards are so full of creative inspiration! Have a wonderful week,
    blessings…

  30. Diana says

    October 31, 2010 at 9:33 pm

    Love the first one with the frames. ADORE green and blue together. Thanks for sharing. New holiday cards on my blog! http://www.thestudio56.blogspot.com

  31. Simone says

    November 1, 2010 at 1:02 am

    These are so beautiful! I love those flowers! 🙂

  32. Dawn says

    November 2, 2010 at 2:46 pm

    stunning cards … love the bright colours on the second one. It is just gorgeous Kathy,

  33. Sonia says

    November 10, 2010 at 11:35 pm

    Hi Kathy~ I am catching up. I adore this card!
    Love the embossing, the colors, flowers, coloring, just everything!
    Way to go,
    Sonia

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