Here's a product that I bet you haven't used very often, if at all: Stampin' Pastels. There are 35 chalk pastels in exclusive Stampin' Up! colors along with six applicators and an eraser in each container. The pastels are very soft and allow for easy blending. Images that are stamped with Versamark ink and then applied with pastels yield a soft, muted effect.
Here are some basic how-to's for using your Stampin' Pastels:
1] Apply pastel color to your card stock or paper with a sponge-tip applicator, cotton swab, sponge dauber, or stiff paintbrush.
2] Blend the colors as desired with the applicators or blender pen. When using blender pens, just touch the pen directly to the corner of the chalk to pick up the color.
QUICK TIP: To avoid smearing, gently dab the chalk rather than rubbing it across the image.
And here's a photo of the chalking technique using one of the sponge-tip applicators:
Would you and your friend like to try making cards using the Stampin' Pastels? Book a private class with me and we'll stamp up a storm! Contact me at [email protected] for my available July and August calendar dates.
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