Why Mini Ink Cubes CAN Be GREAT!!! A few Ideas for Inspiration!(1072)

[@tinadanforth9371]

I really love all your ideas! Thank you.

[@judyhartmann3071]

Once again a great video! I love both cards! The ink swiping and the set of trees are super easy and turn out great.

[@maureenhadfield9315]

Oh my goodness, how do you constantly come up with these fantastic ideas. I love them both, but the red one is my favourite 😍 Thank you Natasha 😊 x 💓

[@JessKing-xi4gt]

Wow Natasha! Such simple but classy looking cards! Love both ideas, especially the ink blending on the tree stamps. What a gorgeous blend! And the first idea is also great if you’re wanting quick backgrounds. I have the mini distress ink pads, mainly because they’re more compact for storage in those Tim Holtz tins. So maybe I could experiment with those! Thanks so much for your inspiration as always 😊💕

[@catheywoody3729]

My first set of ink pads were mini cubes. They have lasted years without re-inking. I also buy blank cubes from StampinUp and use re-inkers so I have a small travel set of inks. Love what you do!

[@debbiebrewington7635]

Oh I love this!!! Such a great idea. I’m definitely going to try this technique. ☺️💖

[@suetownsend1932]

Beautiful cards and lots of tips. Thank you. I use my mini ink cubes to make a wood design. I lightly swipe a dry-ish pad across a cardstock panel in stripes. Using several colors helps to make the panel more believable. I have also used my mini cubes as square blotches of color, overlapping some to create a background. The smaller cubes are good to use with small sentiment stamps. Love your swirls!

[@SandyScruton]

I love these cards, Natasha! Your videos are always great. You wondered how people use ink cubes. I often buy them so that I can have more colors in a line I love, like Altenew's Fresh Dye Inks and Gina K Design inks. I recently purchased quite a few colors affordably, whereas if I had bought the full sizes, it would have cost me more than I wanted to pay. I love all the colors!

[@heatherhartin4879]

Wow, these techniques are amazing Natasha. Thanks sooo much for sharing them. I love watching your tutorials, (I live in Brisbane)

[@carolleonard6224]

More good ideas and inspiration! Thank you 👏

[@kaylynn0215]

I use the Momento tear drop minis for direct to paper swiping. The shape also makes a leaf shape too.

[@bonniestewart429]

I have some of those

[@teresamcdaniel3554]

Love the colors of the inks on the tree card. Great ideas! 💕

[@TD-bu9wv]

Love this. I recently made a checkered pattern with my mini ink pads. You can let them dry and do another checked pattern offset a bit. I love creating with mini ink pads. Thank you for sharing this.

[@lisamengershausen100]

Great idea, thank you ❤

[@ivonnedejeer5884]

amazing...so simple and easy...thank you a lot Natasha for your idea...looooof it🥰

[@michelea9142]

You always inspire me! Thanks so much. Have a blessed day! 😊

[@SarahRonk-xd8vp]

Great ideas!

[@ann-marieo.5359]

Gorgeous cards like always!! I have a small craft space so other than the Distress oxides all my other inks are mini cubes. I can’t wait to try this technique, it looks amazing 🥰! Thank you for sharing!

[@zeldaackerman4394]

Gorgeous!

[@TropicLuv]

Finally an idea for using the small ink pads! Thank you so much, again! ❤

[@katrinaassoumou1531]

Both cards a absolutely beautiful and simple. Thank you for all of your knowledge in making our cards different and unique. Amen

[@Lainers2000]

Great ideas and cards. I use my ink cubes when I’m traveling or if I don’t have a full ink pad in a color I want.

[@donnaricardo2109]

Awesome cards 😊

[@lisamorgan834]

I really like the use of inked edges in place of mat layers. Great tip. Thank you.

[@brianmoyse6980]

Once again beautiful cards, always great ideas,I can't imagine you ever having mental blocks. I usually use my minis for smaller stamps. Thank you for the wonderful ideas.

[@lyndalf8488]

I love a good tree card!!…. I use my mini’s with my tapestry stamps.

[@ruthjames715]

I love them both, who would have thought that swiping the small stamp pads on the card would look so effective.

[@becomingdryork2919]

This was another great video thanks

[@Glen-k3r]

LOVE EVERYTHING YOU CREATE NATASHA ❤ Could I ask for a video on some inspiration for the inside of cards ? My creativity needs a LOT of WORK 😂 THANKS ❤

[@paulawray6210]

Great technique. And a great way to use those mini ink pads that usually sit at the bottom of the drawer. Lovely cards. Thank you!

[@stamps4fungin]

Hello from HOT southern California, USA. I used to get the monthly kit from Stampin Up, where I got a different ink cube each time. I make many cards without greetings, or maybe just no inside greeting, until I need them. I use the small ink cubes to get out quickly to add an inside sentiment/greeting.

[@mandy.austin]

the monthly kits from simon are not bad to replace stampin up kits. They come with a variety of products.

[@tjyb1502]

These are both just lovely and so different! The first ones colours reminds me of lipstick and make-up packaging lol!

[@PinkyBlueInkWell]

I too have a small space so I have a few ink cubes too from different companies. I find that the cubes are quite useful for techniques like "rock and roll" and the one you shared today. I can't tell you how much I enjoy the useful information you share in your tutorials. I like the look! Very pretty card, not too fussy and complicated. Beautiful ❤️

[@NatashaFooteCreative]

Oh yes! I need to try that again soon too actually! Thank you for your lovely words, I'm glad you find the videos useful! It's always good to get fresh ideas!

[@cecerudisill828]

I have almost ALL mini ink cubes. I don’t have a lot of room for the regular/large size. I buy blank mini ink cubes & then buy ink refills. They are great!

[@CardsByDeCaro]

Great cards and ideas!! Those trees are gorgeous!

[@shandac3767]

One of your BEST videos yet👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@Tineke-d8u]

Beautiful cards and thanks for the inking tip around the card

[@LaurelR-e9s]

Have a few GinaK cubes. When I'm not dropping them I really enjoy them.

[@beverlyball6403]

I never thought to swipe the ink cubes! Thank you for sharing 😊

[@wendihaikugrl2651]

My main inks are distress oxide. I have some minis of dew drops, distress & archival inks for variety. I have a small craft space too and the minis fit in a little tin. I have always wanted to try the Simon says stamp inks…maybe someday 😊 lovely cards!! TYFS! 🌻🌻

[@lauraingersoll981]

LOVE swiped card Natasha! Such a cool idea and looks wonderful with the gold!

[@ahickman360]

I loooove these ideas Natasha!! Beautiful end results as usual!! I have the tree canopy stamp so I'm going to try this!! I like to use the mini ink cubes. The ink cubes work well for me. Especially for smaller stamps or when you want to customize color ways like this.❤❤❤ Thanks again!!😊

[@ahickman360]

If you see this post- I meant to ask you also- did you use regular cardstock in this video, or watercolor?? You may have said- and I missed it. I just wondered if- for the swiping in particular- which you would recommend to work best. Thanks!!

[@gloriareynolds3292]

About 20 years ago I purchased a numerous assortment of Palette Hybrid ink pads. Used them sparingly then forgot all about them. Today I tried your trick but obviously very dried out. Used Distress Mica Spray over top and voila! Beautiful background.

[@barbaraspieler1222]

BEAUTIFUL AS ALWAYS ❣️🦋🙏🏼🦋❣️

[@michelegourd5742]

What lovely cards!! I use my ink cubes when I have a layering stencils.

[@kristenteti5208]

I’m going to have to get my mini ink cubes out and try these techniques. So simple yet elegant.

[@gavincollins8053]

Apart from my onyx black ink, all my other inks are mini. I love the fact that they don't take up much room, and so far they do every job that I need them to.

[@kayenash5481]

That would look great embossed as well! Lovely Natsha ❤

[@reneasmith1588]

I love the ink swiping! Never thought of doing it like that for a card base!

[@suzanherrington8316]

I use both mini and normal size ink/oxide/permanent pads, for stamping and backgrounds. 🎉❤😊

[@bernicemoore7560]

Love this

[@dliles773]

Nice cards Natasha

[@lindylast9288]

I have three sets with four gradients of colour especially for stencils, lots of flowers have four layers so they will be perfect for this too

[@karendorius3884]

Thank you! Totally incredible ❤ Simple and classy . You My Friend are fantastic ! I appreciate all you are teaching me 😊

[@berolinastrassmann]

I ONLY have small inkpads so this is perfect for inspiration. Inhave thr tear drop shaped ones (Tsukineko?) which have a sharp edge, perfect for details or borders. Love the abstract swooshes card! I only have a very small space to store things, so mini cubes give me variety withiutbtaking much soace.

[@sandrapotter1785]

I absolutely love these cards and these techniques!!! Thank you!

[@cherylflorek153]

Such cute cards. I love your ideas, and watching your videos! TFS 🥰

[@susanbollinger2844]

What great ideas you come up with. Both cards are lovely.

[@renatenash7575]

This is a great idea. Thankyou for sharing it. I'm going to try this today. 😊

[@brendadamon3606]

Awesome cards and ideas!

[@doloresneilson5349]

Here you are- half my age...and I never thought of inking borders using a mask!! I'm perpetually trying to match layers with cardstock. The other good reason is it keeps weight down for mailing. Thank you Natasha!

[@julieharris1830]

Lovely ❤

[@ruthjames715]

Thanks!

[@judytulk6535]

The first card is great! Love it! So easy & so effective! The second one is great too! Another pair I have to try! For me, mini ink cubes tend to be colours I don't use often or I buy when finances are tighter.

[@sophiemsmply4you572]

Great cards Natasha. 🎉

[@PaulaHenderson-tb3in]

My minis are very pretty in their container and I never think to pull them out. Thanks for the idea!

[@lorilehnen9077]

This will be fun to try! Thanks for continuing to inspire me!

[@nelliec3286]

Almost all my inks are minis. This is the only way I could have a lot of colours and still stay within my allotted storage space. The only time I wish they were bigger is when inking up a really big stamp. Always enjoy your videos.

[@christineking8860]

brilliant ideas and with boing a stack to grab. great idea for mens cards. Always tricky. Re the ideas of ink blocks. I use some off cuts and choose 3 colours and totaly cover sheet with the ins . Pail colours best. Almost sunset look. messy is best. I then use these for my die cutter. Shapes and names come out multy coloured. Centiments on plain white paper with chosen ink coulor round edge. Easy peesy. I have few A4 sheets i grab as i can cut many out this way and none will look the same. Flowers look great too. many thanks.. C form Hereford

[@janasher4940]

Thank you for these ideas. I have a bunch of mini stamp pads of Ranger Distress Inks that I never use anymore (Oxides took over). I will have to look for other videos on what to do with those inks now.

[@lynetteconway1850]

I have been looking for some non traditional ideas for Christmas cards. Your swiping idea today is ideal. Thank you Natasha. Mostly I use small ink pads to get a specific colour I want that I won’t use much of. I have a true red for Christmas for instance.

[@sheilapurcell3789]

I made two of the cards using the mini ink pads. Thanks i had a good play.

[@deniseledbetter6091]

I like the mini ink cubes because I can get a few more colors on my limited budget

[@bonniestewart429]

I have lots of mini ink cubes. Could get lots of colors to try that way.

[@NancyBell-bb8gm]

Wonderful ideas! Love to watch you!

[@shellylowery7623]

YOU are amazing! Once again, you have made what I thought was a hot mess into a lovely card.

[@victoriakellogg6459]

💕 STUNNING cards Tasha!!💕 I'm always up for another one of your videos and techniques to make a Great card!! Thanks for the inspiration and creative feelings! Hugs my crafty and creative Friend 🎉 XOXOXO 🎉

[@dianeb.4791]

Love that you’ve used the minis! I have a bunch of mini distress inks from several years ago… will try them! Thanks Natasha!

[@charlottethien3749]

Natasha , I Love that thank you card . ❤️

[@mandy.austin]

I have quite a lot of Simon inks. They stamp nicely, but they lose juiciness quite fast. They have an amazing range of colours, though. I would advise that if people buy them, refills are a must-whereas with other companies, you will get away with refills for just your favourites. I also like the stamps from Simon, they have a lot of large and useful stamp sets with a good variety of sentiments.

[@harriettezmalloy7182]

Fantastic cards!! I really like the swipes of color. And great tip to add ink on the sentiment strip. I normally ink blend just right on the edges of the strip. But a stipe of color is beautiful.

[@DebH-bl8ku]

I love the card with the blue ink swiping.

[@hippomom26]

Both of these cards are just gorgeous! I've never seen that swipe technique but those card fronts turned out very nice. Thank you Natasha 😊

[@shirleydesrochers3319]

I have a lot of mini ink cubes too. I buy them for space saving and cost.

[@bevp7838]

I never remember that I have any, or what colors I have! But I AM certain that they will need refreshing if I am going to do the swiping! What a fun way to play with color and get a creative background! (I just finished a card that started with my granddaughter and I playing with shaving cream and liquid watercolors to make prints. We had a great day that day, and I believe this is the last one from the stash. All for a good cause, as we have a long term house guest who’s birthday is a week from today!

[@julieb737]

Loving both cards and can’t believe how simple but how good the first one is . I have gins K ink cubes . Nearly the whole set , primarily because I can’t afford the full size ones , but wanted her gorgeous colours . The only other ink pads I have are oxides .

[@coraliem8230]

Thanks again for encouraging us to use cheaper options to achieve lovely cards and quickly.

[@DanaK44]

Really nice cards!

[@dianalarkin9483]

Instead of bringing my full size ink pads to the lake, I have mini ink cubes, saves so much space!

[@susanmorris1007]

Very pretty cards! I use mini cubes like others to save and to store easier. Thanks!

[@StampinBeachTeacher]

Love these cards!

[@nannyannie9432]

I love these ideas.

[@nancyskinner5207]

I actually did have an incident where my mint tape tore my paper. I taped some damp paper on to a 3d embossing folder. After running it through the tape was damp. I was not being very careful and so there was a small rip. I was amazed. I will put a sentiment over it and remember this in the future.

[@mammasmitch1387]

Awesome techniques there, Natasha - tfs 😁 I have the distress minis - in the storage tins Some altenew mini sets - still in the packaging Archival distress - still in the packaging Catherine Pooler minis - in the packaging - it's such a shame Catherine stopped the mini sets, they were so handy!

[@NatashaFooteCreative]

Oh no, she stopped them? Interesting! Ohhh grab those mini inks and give this a go! You've got the goods! YAY!

[@mammasmitch1387]

@@NatashaFooteCreative I think you can still get the minis as singles - I liked the sets, I'm stubborn like that 🤣🤣

[@jocelyncruickshank365]

Both cards are lovely! I never use my ink cubes, but that will change now that l have another fun idea to play with. Thank you 😊 ps You look great on the big screen 👍🏻

[@carolinebredeson4198]

I have Distress dye inks only in the mini size. I use them for watercolour techniques; they’re small and easy to store. I found they can be refreshed with a Distress spray product so I haven’t had to buy reinkers

[@loribeck7496]

So cute, I can't wait to try this!

[@bonnerdebbie]

Wonderful cards and ideas, thank you!

[@tracygough2396]

The tree card is great

[@cherylbrady2345]

Beautiful cards