How to Use Watercolor Pencils on Greeting Cards

#watercoloring #cardmaking #lisasstampstudio
Have you been wondering how to use watercolor pencils on greeting cards? I've been asked everything from “What are the best watercolor pencils”, to “Do I have to use water with watercolor pencils” and asked for techniques so I’m breaking all the details down for you today!
The best watercolor pencils are those that are well pigmented and have a soft led. Pencils that don't easily break and let's add pencils that coordinate with cardstock and accessories. Stampin' Up!'s watercolor pencils fit the bill on all these and you're going to love using them.
Today's watercolor pencil techniques will include the use of the Water Painters and the Blender Pens. I'll include tips for ink, paper, drying times and 'how to'. Today's video is packed with information and plus I've got two completed cards using each of these techniques.
Watercolor Pencils on Greeting Cards | Video Tutorial : Get ready to learn how to color stamped images with watercolor pencils. This video includes tips and tricks that will have you using these pencils like a pro!
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[@ursulagrenter5537]

Lisa apart from always producing beautiful cards, you always provide such excellent tips, it is easy to see why you are one of the top SU presenters !

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Thank you so much Ursula for your kind comments and for tuning in to watch!!

[@carolsoutar4719]

Love the flower one best. Thanks Lisa.

[@lisasstampstudio]

You are so welcome! Carol happy to have you watch today!!

[@yteldee]

Lisa, thanks so much for the great tips. Love the cards.

[@lisasstampstudio]

Glad you like them Linda!! Thanks so much!!

[@pennefreeman1053]

Thank you, Lisa! Great shading tips. Thank you for sharing!

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Glad this video was helpful Penne!! Thanks for watching!!

[@cindyellis765]

Nor again, LISA...GREAT cards and great tips. Love watching you!

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Many thanks Cindy!! Happy to have you stop by today!!

[@pattieduffy4992]

LOVE your tutorials.. concise and informative. Thank you.

[@lisasstampstudio]

Many thanks for your kindness Pattie!! Thanks so much for watching today!!

[@rondisalgado8006]

GREAT tips Lisa... GREAT card for men.... or women... TYSMFS!!!!

[@lisasstampstudio]

You are so welcome! Glad this video was helpful Rondi!!

[@loke-art7383]

Thank you for the great tips and technique, beautiful cards

[@lisasstampstudio]

So happy this video was helpful!! Thank you!!

[@lorettaschepp1906]

I’m so happy you did this video. I have both sets of the watercolor pencils and now I feel more confident about using them. Thank you, Lisa.

[@lisasstampstudio]

Wonderful Loretta!! Glad this was helpful!!

[@valgrant3303]

Absolutely fabulous Lisa. Love your tips too. These cards are very effective using the water painter pencils and blends.

[@lisasstampstudio]

Thanks so much! So happy I could inspire you Val!!

[@susanmalloch9375]

Your instructions and techniques are excellent ! Thank you !

[@lisasstampstudio]

You are so welcome Susan!! thank you so much for your kindness!!

[@lindamckelvey8730]

I love the brick background. Wow beautiful

[@lisasstampstudio]

Thanks so much Linda and for visiting this video today!!

[@sandralaporte6750]

Love the way you explain things and give the tips awesome thank you

[@lisasstampstudio]

You are so welcome! Sandra thanks so much for your kindness!!

[@cathyflaugher2266]

What a great video. I have always used Whisper White cardstock rather then the watercolor paper when I used my pencils and blender pens. I will switch, thank you for the tip.

[@lisasstampstudio]

Cathy so glad this video was helpful!! Thanks for watching!!

[@deborahbolles5911]

I've loved using water color pencils for years! Such an easy way to achieve a water color look like a pro lol

[@lisasstampstudio]

I totally agree! So happy to have you watch today Deborah!!

[@maryrosecarbone9762]

Thanks for your useful tips ! I do enjoy watching your videos. 👍🏿

[@lisasstampstudio]

Happy to hear that Mary!! Glad this video was helpful!!

[@jankitteringham8483]

Great tips as always Lisa, lovely cards. Stay safe. 💓

[@lisasstampstudio]

Thanks so much Jan!! Happy to have you stop by today!!

[@lyndabuston7021]

thank you Lisa for the info was not sure how these worked I'll differently try them out

[@lisasstampstudio]

Lynda so happy this video was helpful!! Thanks for watching!!

[@helenblount8741]

Thanks for giving to us great tips - Water pencils are just another way to make a card

[@lisasstampstudio]

Absolutely! Glad this video was helpful Helen!!

[@joanneshook5264]

Thank you for the information. It was very helpful!

[@lisasstampstudio]

You are so welcome! Joanne happy this video could inspire you!!

[@valeriemillns3415]

Great tips Lisa thank you.

[@lisasstampstudio]

Thanks for watching! Valerie so happy this video was helpful!!

[@merrileemager2882]

Great tips, Lisa! Thank yo!!!

[@lisasstampstudio]

You are so welcome! Glad this was helpful for you Merrilee!!

[@bonniedeibel1546]

Great tips. Thanks, Lisa!

[@lisasstampstudio]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for visiting this video Bonnie!!

[@debbielindauer7679]

You gave such wonderful tips. I have neglected using my pencils and need to get them out.

[@lisasstampstudio]

Glad it was helpful! Debbie now get those pencils out and play!! Thanks for visiting today!!

[@cherylchifley6639]

Thanks for the tips, I have watercolour pencils and haven't used then, now might be the time

[@lisasstampstudio]

Go for it! Cheryl you must get them out and play!! The watercolor pencils can really add a special touch to a card!!

[@bettyb.7425]

Just watched this so I could try out the watercolor pencils that you gifted me during Prize Patrol a few months ago. I finally bought the other needed supplies to do this. Thank you, Lisa, for this very informative video and, of course, the watercolor pencils!

[@lisasstampstudio]

You are most welcome Betty!!! Happy you are using those water color pencils!!! Many thanks for watching!

[@timshuman5464]

Thanks for tips. I enjoy using SU pencils without water as well. Then you can use your other black inks for the stamped images; you get bright images, and you can create blended colors, even without water. I have fun playing and exploring what I can do. Again, thanks for info - especially about use of inks and maintenance . Your card creations are inspiring too - jo shu

[@lisasstampstudio]

So happy this video was helpful!! Thanks so much for watching!!

[@deborahgibbs781]

Thanks Lisa, I got some watercolour pencils for Christmas and haven't used them yet, watched a couple of other videos but have to say yours is the most useful. Best wishes Deborah

[@lisasstampstudio]

Glad it was helpful! Deborah thank you so much for you kind words and for viewing!

[@stephmccaskey1450]

Thanks for the information. It is very useful

[@lisasstampstudio]

Glad it was helpful! Steph thanks for visiting today!!

[@eleanorhicks2154]

Love this video❤️❤️❤️

[@lisasstampstudio]

Thanks so much Eleanor!! Glad to have you watch!!

[@antoniaortiz310]

Awesome tips. Thank you

[@lisasstampstudio]

You are so welcome Antonia!! Happy to have you watch today!!

[@gloriajordan3966]

Thanks for the tips lovely cards xxx 👍💕💕

[@lisasstampstudio]

You are most welcome Gloria!! Glad it was helpful!!

[@chines68]

Very nice card, Lisa!

[@lisasstampstudio]

Thanks so much Carolyn and for viewing this video!!

[@rosesuenram6842]

Great tips!

[@lisasstampstudio]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you Rose!!

[@carmenalegre2096]

Great tips thank you

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Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching Carmen!!

[@vicki3081]

Great info❣️tyfs

[@lisasstampstudio]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for visiting Victoria!!

[@unexplodedbombshell3998]

Tip: Use a hybrid ink to stamp with, and after putting down the watercolour pencil, blend it using the Blender Pen from either Stampin Blends or Copics or any other alcohol blending pen. Your watercolour pencil will be more intense than you get using water or the Zig Blender Pen, or other Gamsol component.

[@lisasstampstudio]

Thanks so much for visiting this video today Terry!

[@kathleenhastings4622]

Thank you Lisa, I have watercolor pencils and have never used them.

[@lisasstampstudio]

Happy to help! Kathleen get those pencils out and give them a try!! Thanks for watching!!

[@kittydavies3438]

Thank you.

[@lisasstampstudio]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching Kitty!!

[@craftyblindgirl9611]

I appreciate your tips. I might have one that could help you. I did a video about this recently in my craft a quick tips. Some of my friends that have arthritis or other disabilities affecting their hands have been able to use this tip with good effect. You can use a rolling pin to roll over a stamping block or another surface instead of having to press and hold with your hands. This could also work to put the paper on top of the background stamp as you show in this video. The one I used in my video happens to be a pampered chef double ended roller. Hope that helps! Ronda, the Crafty Blind Girl

[@lisasstampstudio]

Thank you for the tip and for stopping by to watch!!

[@scrappermav]

What ink do you use with polymer stamps and water coloring? Love watching your videos!!!

[@lisasstampstudio]

Thanks for watching today!! You could try Memento being very careful not to get to wet.

[@fabiennebriant8035]

Wonderful it seems easy with you ! Chatleureusement

[@lisasstampstudio]

Thanks so much for stopping by to watch today Fabienne!!

[@mrskron2]

Thanks for the technique information! I feel ready to try something else new now.

[@lisasstampstudio]

Go for it! Glad this video was helpful Merilou!! Thanks for watching!!

[@christinewinters9200]

Thank you for this very informative video...you mentioned about not wanting sharp points, so how do you recommend sharpening these pencils when they become worn down?

[@lisasstampstudio]

Christine so happy to have you watch today!! I have a small hand held pencil sharpener. I just do not get a point then scribble on a scrap paper to round the tip. Hope this makes sense!!

[@rosebud9519]

Thanks for the tips in this one, especially about staton and the various stamp materials!

[@lisasstampstudio]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching today Joan!!

[@kathleeneggen9584]

I love all of your videos!! Could alcohol be used instead of water and use the memento ink pad to stamp?

[@lisasstampstudio]

Thanks for watching Kathleen!! That is an idea! I have never tried that!!

[@theresaellison9007]

I like to use cellophane when trying to get a glassy image!

[@lisasstampstudio]

Happy to have you watch Theresa!! Thanks so much and for the tip!

[@shariewilson9858]

ThanksLisa for your great tips and techniques today.. love the cards..

[@lisasstampstudio]

Glad you like them! So happy you could stop by today Sharie!!

[@liamwatson5125]

I love watercolour pencils! Will the ink run when water is applied and make everything muddy?

[@lisasstampstudio]

No, Liam. Just do not use to much water!

[@verenalaramee612]

I think you’re amazing.

[@lisasstampstudio]

Thank you for your kindness Verena!!

[@delinaquilter1418]

Lisa - how do you anchor your stamp and scrub to the desk?

[@lisasstampstudio]

Delina thank you for visiting this video!! I have it on a non slip rubber liner.

[@theresalong6403]

I have water color tin. I will watch it again later, when my head doesn't hurt.

[@lisasstampstudio]

Theresa thanks for stopping by to watch!! Hope you are feeling better!!

[@chrisgreeley9744]

I so enjoy your video instructions! Am wondering what in you recommend for water coloring the photo polymer stamps?

[@lisasstampstudio]

Chris thanks so much for visiting today!! You could try Memento being very careful not to get to much water.

[@muskndusk]

I've been looking for blender pens for watercolour pencils on amazon, but can't find anything suitable. Could you recommend one I can buy online (preferably amazon or ebay) in the UK please. Thanks.

[@lisasstampstudio]

Thank you so much for watching!! Thank you for your interest in the Stampin’ Up! catalog. Unfortunately I’m unable to send you a catalog since I’m in the United States and the catalog will reflect U.S. pricing and products. In addition, my contract with the company prohibits me from selling outside the U.S. due to tax and tariff laws To see if Stampin’ Up! sells in your country, head over to the demonstrator locator at www.stampinup.com.

[@34auntie]

Blending pen is it supposed to be moist the one I have is dry and stiff

[@lisasstampstudio]

Michelle thanks so much for watching!! How old is you Blender pen? Call Stampin' Up! if it is new and get it replaced.

[@janeforever]

No closed captioning so don't know what she's saying. Thought I could learn something, but have to give thumbs down.

[@deborahbolles5911]

You can turn on closed captioning on any video yourself

[@lisasstampstudio]

Jane happy to have you watch!! There is closed captioning option under the video. This is something you have to do on your computer.

[@lisasstampstudio]

Thank you Deborah!!