Alcohol ink blending for backgrounds doesn’t get any easier than this.

All of the cards shown here and in the video (link below) were made with three ink colors, a metallic mixative, and alcohol blending solution. No fancy tools, very few supplies and… BOOM! Tiny pieces of art.

I used Ranger’s alcohol ink blending tools and foam, some metallic and black paper, heavy card stock, and a little silver and gold embossing powder to create these beautiful cards. I’ve listed all of the supplies used in this project below.

Each card is a unique work of art and would be cherished by any recipient. Plus, they are super quick and require no previous experience using alcohol inks.

Of course, these backgrounds can be used for endless card layouts, but I love quick and simple. Especially when making sets like I do. Take a peek at the video to see how easy it really is.

 

SUPPLIES USED FOR THIS PROJECT

PAPER
Neenah Classic Crest, Solar White 110#
– 25 Pack
– 250 Pack

Yupo Paper
Tim Holtz Alcohol Ink Yupo Paper 5 x 7

Metallic Paper Paper
Tim Holtz Metallic Paper

Gina K. Designs card stock
– Heavy base weight Black Onyx

CUTTING DIES
– Lawn Fawn – Stitched Rectangles
– Small Banner Die
– Spell Binder Platinum 6 Die Cutting Machine

STAMP SETS
– SSS – Everything Together
– Hero Arts – Everyday Sayings
– Hero Arts – Hello Stamp & Cut
– Hero Arts – Friends

RANGER ALCOHOL INK & SUPPLIES
– Alcohol Ink Blending Solution
– Alcohol Ink Applicator
– Alcohol Ink Applicator Replacement Felt
– Tim Holtz Alcohol Inks in assorted colors

ADHESIVES
– Scotch ATG tape gun
– 3M Foam tape
– Scrapbook Adhesives 3D Foam Squares
– Micropore Tape

MISC. TOOLS & SUPPLIES
– Tim Holtz Tonic 9.5 ” craft shears
– Tim Holtz Stamp Platform
– Ranger Super Fine Gold embossing powder
– Ranger Super Fine Silver embossing powder
– Versamark Ink
– Antistatic Powder Bag
– Wagner Heat Gun
– Deli paper

 

Please note:  I’m not currently affiliated with any retailer. I am providing links for your convenience to places where I purchase my supplies. I’m sure there are many places to buy these products. Please try and support local and small businesses as often as you can.