CARDMAKING Life Hacks Using MINI INK CUBES!

[@simon.hurley]

Hi friends! Thanks so much for stopping by... Be sure to leave a comment letting me know your favorite/ Any new life hacks.:) Here is a link to the full blog post and supply list: www.inklipse.com/?p=2386

[@janiesirak8377]

Hi, it is a concord & 9th hello lovely set and I am on a Simon Hurley marathon trying to find it... Janie

[@violascrafttherapy9390]

I love your ideas and your no nonsense way of giving us the information we want without a lot of fluff. I love your small tidy crafting space as well.

[@sevenandthelittlestmew]

The coolest part of this is how you showed different techniques and then pulled all of those together to make that one card. Soooo smart, resourceful and a great use of all these good ideas! With that said, like you and others, that direct to paper technique with the cubes was the bomb! It looks like 8-bit pixels. That makes me happy.

[@pattyann7803]

I love the small ink pads. I like he ombré technique the best but find all the hacks very useful.

[@sarahjanewilgress3791]

Old school plastic pencil case boxes work great for mini ink storage as well even the rectangular Archival they’re really cheap too

[@briana3850]

Such cool techniques! It's really nice to see some super fun and original ideas in card making.

[@suemacgowan9503]

My favorite was how to apply different inks to stamps for the ombre look. Thank you, Simon. 😊

[@consueloferdin4718]

I loved that idea to use the small ink pads in a new way. Great job!!!

[@marjoleinbohnen9125]

Wow Simon you are a natural the way you look into the cam..like to be able to look you in the eyes like this ❤

[@janeenthompson800]

I'm really enjoying watching your videos. The strip of white on the clouds is a great look.

[@gwendolenlever7043]

That was brilliant!!! I love mini inkpads because they're easier for me to control with my arthritic hands. Thank you so much!!!

[@pamelab7871]

I have found the mini ink pads to be easier to use on stamps when using a stamping device. The smaller ink surface means that ink is not smeared all over the plastic cover. Reduces your clean up to a minimum.

[@eamoncrosby2368]

You have a good eye for colour and fine detail. My 9 year old daughter Lydia and I could watch you videos all day long!! 🤗

[@kaboomgal3348]

I love the direct ink to paper technique the most but all are awesome hacks. Thanks for teaching me these.

[@cynthiacarlo7943]

OMG you are so awesomely creative and knowledgeable! I am new to card making and was unsure of how stamping could be applied. I am so excited to use these techniques when making cards!!!! Thank you so much!

[@leahhess3577]

Hey Simon.. love your videos you give some of the best tips. My favorite was the way you used multiple ink pads to stamp the butterflies. Plus a beautiful card as well.. well all of them really. Keep up the great work and inspiration. Your a doll.

[@simon.hurley]

Thanks Leah! I’m so glad you enjoyed the video... I love ombré stamping too. :)

[@Glamdeb1167]

EXCELLENT!!! Thanks for sharing these techniques and ideas.

[@kathyrudolph1553]

I just got some mini ink cubes from Gina K and am anxious to try your hack on ombre inking.....those butterflies are stunning! Thank you for sharing, Simon!

[@simon.hurley]

Gina’s inks are also wonderful!

[@StephanieDiehl]

Loved the free hand cloud so simple but brilliant!

[@bertas-cards]

Great video Simon, I like the mini nuvo blender (mini beauty blender) sponge technique. I like to use cotton balls, q-tips and cut up sponges for different effects on my projects.

[@simon.hurley]

Those sponges are awesome! Thanks for the fun idea. :)

[@staceylovespaper]

I loved the last card!!! Rainbows are my thing right now and using the stamp pad to stamp the background is genius!!

[@simon.hurley]

Thanks Stacey! I love using ink pads to create patterned paper. :)

[@kimcarlisle1510]

Your geometric are incredible too. You’re so talented and a great teacher.

[@susanjohnson318]

Hack #2, I've used for years on a leaf stamp with lots of lines, not solid. I would do yellow over all the stamp, then red on one side on the edge and orange on the other. Or instead of orange, green on one side. It makes the leaves look so rich and dimensional.

[@kimcarlisle1510]

The cloud technique you did is amazing!!!

[@simon.hurley]

Thanks so much

[@dominikweisz6922]

You are getting better and better! Love to follow your career! All the best from Germany!!!!

[@debramartin5694]

Butterflies and clouds looked cool. #You can never have to much shine. Cant wait to see what's next.

[@jeannebeam3042]

Thanks for sharing your techniques. Wonderful ideas..

[@saundrabrake8969]

Cool idea using the mini pads directly on the paper.

[@simon.hurley]

Thanks! I love how quick it is to color. :)

[@myrnahartley8710]

Thank you for the great hacks, very helpful for a beginner like me. I appreciate you taking your time to show us. My favorite was the large inkpad with the small inkpad for lettering, I always had trouble with that.

[@lesleyrodgers3872]

Hi Simon the bet background for me was the clouds background will have to try and have a go you made it look so simple

[@valeriebreingan147]

Pad direct to paper is my most favorite.I love all your cards Simon.😊

[@simon.hurley]

Thanks Valerie! :)

[@barbarapizzo8541]

Loved the backgrounds you made, very creative.

[@DutchJoan]

Definitely like the backgrounds! They look great while minimum amount of effort.

[@fairydustlight3489]

Great techniques and cards. It would be nice to see the finished cards at the end of the video. TFS.

[@simon.hurley]

Thanks! There are more still photos of the cards at my blog Inklipse.com.

[@j9cardstock354]

Very fun techniques. I particularly love the last one. So colourful.

[@cr8ve.juleslynn]

Thanks for sharing. I'm learning new things! I especially liked the card you created for #4. The final hack was worth the wait. LOL It created such an interesting, almost a pixelated effect.

[@pattir9591]

Great video Simon! I'm in love with pretty much anything Tonic or Nuvo...I liked all the hacks you demo'd today!

[@suesch60]

First time watching you and I have to say...I love guys getting into cardmaking, and I look forward to watching more of your videos

[@coralbalcom700]

Thanks Simon I use my felt pens to colour each line or separate words in sentiments

[@simon.hurley]

Awesome idea!

[@louisamochizuki9432]

Love the ombré effect 😊

[@joanneguarino170]

Great video. I just found out about you because you were commenting on Catherine Pooler's live video a little earlier today. One of my friends commented that she liked your videos so I had to check them out. Great tips using the mini ink cubes!

[@beverlywaters6171]

Number 5 was my favorite! I can’t wait to try it

[@gloriacruz1600]

I love the ink to die effect and had never seen this done--you are amazing...Love the videos.

[@simon.hurley]

Thanks Gloria! Your comment made me smile. :)

[@susandzama3000]

Direct to paper the best tfs...have you ever done a craft room tour? It's always fun to see how someone else sets theirs up

[@simon.hurley]

Thanks Susan! I will share a craftroom tour soon once it is all cleaned and finished! :)

[@kimberlysiddons]

I love mini ink cubes; as you said, they are very versatile. I loved your ideas and I’m going to try them when I get home from work. Thanks for sharing

[@simon.hurley]

Thanks Kimberly! Have fun crafting. :)

[@traveldreamer4616]

Like the rainbow argyle effect. You always give excellent tips to make cards look professional! Thank you for sharing.

[@simon.hurley]

Thanks! I love creating my own patterned paper... it’s so much fun.

[@zoenavarro7393]

Unique style and fresh ideas. ..God bless you !

[@jillwrigglesworth9445]

First time I have ever subscribed to anything! Great site , I love the hacks and tutorials

[@fredheffner]

I never thought of taking the lids off on the metal tins. I love that tip. It's good to see another video, it's been too long!

[@simon.hurley]

Thanks! I agree it has been too long... I took a vacation and am still catching up on some things. More coming soon! :)

[@craftylittlerthings]

Wow honey, you get better and better each time I see you. That’s a lovely idea with the mini ink pads, I like to make my own backgrounds so I’ll be giving that a go. Well done, keep coming up with ideas, it helps us ‘Oldies’ remember some of the similar things we did years ago. Thank you for this. Huggles xxxAnnxxx in Uk 🇬🇧

[@renegarofalo1569]

Wonderful work and inspiration!

[@czdesign]

Great video, Simon! Love seeing you in your space, too!

[@simon.hurley]

Thanks so much Cathy! 🤗

[@aquilaclark814]

Love your cards they are beautiful and I like your tips as well

[@amandastevens677]

Simon you have a craft room now! Yay!!!

[@christinel.4921]

Thank you for all of the cool ideas. I love your organized office by the way. 😎

[@Ladycrafty6]

I really loved the ombre looking butterflies! Thanks as usual for a great tutorial!🌈

[@simon.hurley]

Thanks! :)

[@merchevizcainocastro2882]

Me encanta,muy bonitos trabajos grandes ideas👏👏👏👏👏

[@ceciletou4957]

Wow so....cool.I will try it.Thank's for the video.Hi from Canada.

[@delskinner3427]

I think that my favorite card was the last one. I will have to try the Nuvo ink. Pads. Thanks.

[@simon.hurley]

Thanks!

[@wilmazengotita8997]

Simon, I always like watching your videos for your awesome ideas. Beautiful cards! Love ❤️ them all!!!

[@faithelizabethart8280]

Great video! Thanks for sharing!😊

[@craftsandcards]

Hi Simon...I'm a newbie to your channel. I just want to say how much I am enjoying your videos...your channel has a great look to it and you are very good at what you do ! I just subscribed and I really look forward to more from you. Thanks for showing the ink cubes...I've considered buying them ...this makes my decision easier. Hugs from Canada xx

[@debbywillis5330]

Great tips, Simon, thanks for sharing!

[@simon.hurley]

Thanks Debby! :)

[@tthappyrock368]

You have so many great ideas!

[@dianerasmussen4997]

Love all your tips. Thank you so much. Nice craft space!

[@simon.hurley]

Thanks! :)

[@BibiCameron]

your ideas are so fantastic. Young minds are gold?

[@elainewood7719]

Great ideas Simon just love your videos

[@roxyfur]

You are so talented, Simon! I love the argyle effect and that craft room is awesomely tidy!

[@simon.hurley]

Thanks! I plan to share a room tour once it is all complete. :)

[@seashells9123]

Fantastic ideas! They almost look like paper I have taken out of a pad!! Great as always thanks Simon!

[@simon.hurley]

Thanks! It is so much fun to create your own patterned papers. :)

[@noran.7376]

I LOVE the way you made the paper with the little ink pads!! SO COOL!! How do you keep your space so neat?

[@isacim6678]

You are FABULOUS! Thanks a lot for sharing these new hacks! I can not wait to try! :-)) Love from Switzerland in Lausanne Isabelle

[@SeraphsRose]

Fantastic video as always! You've given me some great ideas, I love rainbows and it's always interesting to see new ways of doing them :)

[@simon.hurley]

Thanks Kelly! I love being able to create my own patterned paper... so glad you enjoyed the video. :)

[@renaeallen9890]

Enjoyed this very much!

[@slreynolds999]

Great ideas! Thank you!

[@bobbiebbaumeister2566]

Love them all no way to pick one you are doing a great jo b so keep it up

[@simon.hurley]

Thanks! :)

[@cindirevelle4100]

love the butterflies

[@lynhead52]

Love your cards.

[@reneem239]

This is so amazing! Thank you for Sharing!

[@simon.hurley]

Thanks Renee!

[@pastda3]

Cool techniques. Thank you. :)

[@HappyMom2010learning]

Awesome work Simon. My fav is the The one with the hello bubble cut 😍🙏

[@simon.hurley]

Thanks so much!

[@marcialawhorn572]

Love your ideas ! Thanks for sharing !!ox

[@SingClancySing]

That INTRO tho! Love your vids Simon!

[@simon.hurley]

Thanks so much! :)

[@lisasilver8054]

Fantastic tips! I love your direct to paper idea and can't wait to try this myself. It's a random question, but I'd love to know what shelving unit you're using for your Nuvo drops. Thanks!

[@tiffanyb4646]

I loved the card with the cloud background. So beautiful ♥

[@simon.hurley]

Thanks Tiffany! :)

[@ridmakrishny4984]

Thanks for sharing with us...

[@createwithkas]

I absolutely love this - but how do you get the ink not to transfer from touching one to another? Thanks!

[@BritgirlTX]

great cards/bases!

[@simon.hurley]

Thanks! :)

[@Vivabelle24]

Great tips as usual Simon! Will make sure to try them soon 🙂

[@simon.hurley]

Awesome! Have fun crafting. :)

[@Loftusgirl]

What a fun video, love your work!

[@GiesTidbits]

I just found your channel. You are very talented.

[@CraftynotShiftyblog]

Awesome tips - you are killing it Simon 🤩

[@simon.hurley]

Thanks! :):)

[@CouzCat]

I like the one where you used direct to paper & created diagonal lines

[@simon.hurley]

Thanks!

[@LDWTEXAS]

Love the video, thanks for the ideas!

[@cathieh.7225]

When using different colours on the one stamp, don't the ink pads get contaminated with the other colours?

[@brendaperez2343]

Hola, I am brand new at stamping and card making. I have a simple question, what side of the stamp do you ink? I’m confused. Is it the bumpy side? How do you add multiple colors?

[@chill3561]

Really love your videos. You make things seem so simple. Great tips. Please keep making videos!

[@simon.hurley]

Thanks so much! Your comment made me smile. :) more videos coming soon...

[@anhaddad]

Amazing ideas Simon!

[@KaBoom.V]

Had you tried this with the Memento Dew Drops inks?

[@roxaneemerson4286]

Thank you for sharing your tips their awesome like you !!!!

[@simon.hurley]

Thanks! :)

[@andreah993]

Great video and tips. Thinking I'm defenetly going to have to buy these mini ink pads they look just great for me Thankyou for sharing your tips. P.s live your craft room x

[@karitollefson2284]

Love your craft room.

[@simon.hurley]

Thanks! I hope to share a tour once it’s all complete. :)