"PENCIL OVER" TECHNIQUE

[PC-Inkyhands]

I saw this technique used here first and asked the poster how she did this. I cannot remember who it was though. Since I posted my cards using this yesterday I have gotten a lot of requests for instructions so I thought I would post it here.

It is very easy just a little time consuming.

First choose a dark colored CS, I used black. Stamp you image(s) with white Craft ink, heat set to dry (do not emboss). Then color over the white image with your choice of colored pencils....as simple as that but the effect is so awesome.
I used two shades of each color. If you want more of a contrast then use the darker color first then the lighter, if you want a more blended look then color the whole image with the light shade then add the darker as desired.
I have one sample in my gallery right now.
Thanks again to whomever it was that was nice enough to share this with me and I hope you all will try it.
Happy stamping.


p.s. here is my card
Gallery at Splitcoaststampers

[Dorinda]

cool I think I will give it a try. Thanks for sharing

[chrisations.ink]

Thank you for posting the instructions and for taking the time to e-mail your inquirees. I was wondering what kind of colored pencils were used - water colored, regular or ? thanks again.

cmm

[smomlee]

I love this card!! The white craft ink in the background really helps the colors stand out from the card background. I am going to have to try it tomorrow ( if my four year old lets me). thanks for sharing.
sue (attempting to stamp in good 'ol New York!!)

[Tracey Thompson]

Thanks, April. I appreciate you telling us how you did this technique. My girls in my Stamp Club will love it!

[stampinmarni]

I can't wait to try it - thanks again April!

[dakotasgramma]

Thanks so much for posting the instructions. I can't wait to try it.
Connie

[Aimee30]

thank you so much for posting this... now I have to try it...

[Beate]

Pencil over was a technique challenge recently. Check this thread to find more links to samples:

Forums at Splitcoaststampers

Hugs and smiles.

[CraftMomm]

will white pigment ink work as long as you hit it with the heat gun or let it dry?

[hgh]

Very very nice! Love that look, thanks for sharing!

[lou413]

ooooo, I'm gonna have to try that!!!! Thanks.
L

[Lynne555]

Thank you for posting the directions! I was wondering what everyone was talking about!

[cherbear49908]

Beeee-eautiful!!! I have got to try this soon!
Cheryl

[pezzmom]

I really didn't think the colors would show up on black cardstock, but to my suprise it did. This is such a cool technique any one who sees this needs to try it. Thanks for sharing with us

[redapron]

It also look beautiful with the metallic art pencils

[mrslaird]

That's really cool! I just upgraded my selection of prismacolors so anything I can do with colored pencils is great!