Do you like floral cards? And, do you like the Letterpress look? Then I have something exciting for you!
Don’t we have the BEST community, where else do you see companies working together like Altenew and Spellbinders! And you know who WIN’s? It’s us because we now have ‘Altenew’ floral press plates to use with the new BetterPress system. Yay!
And, speaking of Winning, this post is part of a Video Hop celebrating a new release from Altenew and you can find all of the hop Giveaway details at the video linked below!
Now, it’s time for today’s inspiration!
One thing I have noticed about the BetterPress system is how EASY it is to use. I am still testing the products and enjoying the results. Today it was time to test it with watercolours, I stamped 2 panels using the Dainty Flower Garden Press Plates with the BetterPress Black Ink.
Idea #1 – Background Wash
I used the Altenew Artists’ Watercolors and mixed a grey wash for the background. The images were pressed onto a Porcelain Cotton Card Panel and I found that the watercolour moved beautifully and by keeping a ‘wet’ edge and constantly moving the paint I didn’t have any issues with pilling of the cardstock or having sharp edges/ lines. Note: If you are mixing your own colour make sure to mix more than you need as it will be difficult to get exactly the same colour mixed a second time.
I also thought I would try and see how this paper held up to some ‘watercolour splatters’ and they worked a treat! I then cut the panel down and popped it up on a Dark Gray background.
PRO TIP: When watercolouring make sure to use an ink that will not bleed when water is added. The BetterPress Black ink is similar to Archival Ink and therfore is perfect for this technique.
Idea #2 – Fine Watercoloring
This time I thought it would be fun to see how the cardstock held up to a ‘few layers’ of watercolouring. I added about 4 layers of colours allowing the image to dry between the layers and I was able to get some lovely bold layers of colour as well as some depth with shading. Gotta say, I’m feeling pretty happy right now!
Both cards were very simple and fun to create.
And, I’d love to know which one is your fave today?
Giveaway Prizes
$300 in total prizes! Head to the YouTube Hop for your chance to WIN! You can join me and see my video right HERE.
I hope you are inspired to create with watercolour today! See you on the HOP!
Other Supplies: SHOP the New RELEASE HERE
 Neenah Solar 110 SSS | AUZ | EH |  Dark Gray ALT |  Jet Black ALT | AUZ |  Porcelain Cotton Card Panels 118lb SSS | SB |
 Dainty Flower Garden ALT | Floral Engravings ALT |  BetterPress Black SSS | SB | EH |  Artists Watercolor 24 Pan Set ALT | SSS | AUZ | EH |
 Watercolor Brushes Round ALT | SSS |  Medium Palette ALT | SSS |  Archival Cleaner SSS | AUZ | SB |  BetterPress SSS | AUZ | SB | EH |
 Bigshot SSS | EH |  Cutting Mat ALT | SSS |  Best Ever Craft Tape SSS | AUZ | SB |  Magnetic Tweezers AMZ | EH |
Come on… you know you ‘had me’ at grey! But both cards are exquisite, Therese! You’re making me curious and curiouser, Therese!
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I was thinking of you when I was painting the grey lol.
This is a double dose of beautiful!, Therese! Love the two completely different looks with just one flower!
It’s a beauty for sure!
Both cards are beautiful but I favor the yellow one. Love your new machine
I am having a blast with it! Thank you Edna!
Both are so stunning, Therese.
Mwah!
Love both cards but the yellow one shows my favorite color!
It’s such a bright and happy colour, so glad you liked them Nancy!
they both look stunning. You’re simply a master at card-making, Therese. I can’t wait to read your next post.
Thank you so very much Lalla!
Both are gorgeous but I love the yellow one.
Had to order this as well as both sets of sentiments and the sketched florals. Oh and those delightful little scissors of course.
hahaha I totally get that Dee lol.
Both cards are beautiful. I think the washy blue one is so pretty, if I have to choose! Love your videos!
Love my BetterPress. Your cards are lovely and now waiting for the die to come back in stock!