Tips for Making Cards with Expressions in Ink Suite

Learn how to use Adhesive Sheets and Blending Brushes to make cards with the Expressions in Ink "faux alcohol ink" suite by Stampin' Up!. Tips for getting a good stamped image with Expressions in Ink.
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Stampin' Up! video tutorial by Patty Bennett.

[@annbailey7053]

Thank you again for your lovely video

[@pattystamps]

Thanks for watching, I appreciate you!

[@karenhicks2053]

I love the Thank you stamped a little lighter. It really has the same ethereal look as the paper.

[@pattystamps]

glad you enjoyed that tip!

[@judithsigler9644]

Hello Patty! OH MY, WHAT WONDERFUL PROJECTS n’ TIPS THROUGHOUT! I LOVE THE “EXPRESSIONS IN INK” SUITE! Just ordered mine this morn! Is it here yet??!! Haha! I truly loved your “CHOP IT” (BERTUCCI plan) w/this DSP! Doing that ENCOURAGES & INSPIRES one to MAKE THE CARDS! Then the FUN PART is all that’s left~~~so one can let their CREATIVE JUICES FLOW as you did! Having the cards ready to go and just adding Sentiments at a later time for “whatever occasion” (at least for some of the designs) would be SO WONDERFUL! Using the Sentiments in the Suite is TERRIFIC but you could also use MANY MESSAGES to have at your fingertips to “complete” the cards! Just a very enjoyable time with you as I watched your LOVELY CREATIONS come to life! TFS n’ HAPPY CREATIN’! Sending SMILES from Madison, WI! :-))))))

[@pattystamps]

Thanks for watching, Judith!

[@Glam-pf5hc]

How could someone NOT like Patty's videos! This was awesome Patty! Great Job!

[@verachighizola2404]

What a great idea---pre-make the basic card and then embellish and add sentiments. Such a time-saver!

[@pattystamps]

glad you enjoyed it!!

[@vahodgins]

I have just pulled this stamp bundle out again, and have been playing with it. Thank you so much for your suggestions. I think I will do Kylie's Love it Chop It plan. I don't usually, because I often use DSP for larger objects, but seeing how this paper will be going, while the stamp set and dies will be staying, I figured I might as well use it up in some card kits. Thanks so much for your ideas, because I had forgotten some since last year!

[@pattystamps]

So glad you enjoyed it! Have fun!

[@morganmcneill8847]

Patty on the large die that you put the adhesive sheet on you can take the negative art left and put a background piece of paper on it and it makes a beautiful card front. Try using black with the vibrant polished pink ... it is absolute beautiful

[@pattystamps]

thank you!!

[@kathleenhastings4622]

Hi Patty, just saw your replay, beautiful cards, thanks for all the tips!

[@pattystamps]

Thank you, so kind of you!!

[@cwatt6512]

Simply stunning beautiful cards so amazing thank you Patty

[@pattystamps]

So kind of you.. thank you!

[@DianaDayDreams]

The colored die cut is amazing! Definitely my favorite.

[@lynndorianswindell5563]

Such a beautiful use of beautiful paper!

[@pattystamps]

yes, that paper is amazing!!

[@memawduncan]

Oh Patty you had me laughing with you. Thank you so very much not only for the beautiful cards, but for sharing the wonderful tricks and tips along the way!!! 💖❣️❤️

[@pattystamps]

you are most welcome!!!

[@Rios3021]

Good idea to have labels ready ahead of time. Thank you…beautiful cards!!

[@margaretmargaret977]

So glad to have found you Patty. You are so inspirational xx

[@pattystamps]

so kind of you, thank you!!

[@nancyfiscella2733]

Patti your tips are so great! Thanks for always sharing.

[@pattystamps]

So kind of you Nancy, thanks!! Patty

[@yolandamessing1898]

Glad I still have 2 packs of this DSP lovely tutorial

[@bevpage5441]

Hi Patty. I've just found you and subscribed. LOVE how you show so many cards and give so many tips, thank you. I would have loved to see the second die cut that you coloured just held over that FANTASTIC green and gold paper instead of the floral just to see how it looked. However, all your cards are beautiful and I'd forgotten how much I like top folding cards so will go back to that style again. I'm waiting on my stamps and dies, but have had the paper since it first came out. I love it and cried when I cut the first sheet, hehehehe. Will certainly be watching your channel from now on. BTW your picture pixillates when you use your dies etc and takes a while to get back into focus. LOVE your tutorials - thank you so much for sharing. Bev from Sydney Australia.

[@pattystamps]

So kind of you.. thank you for joining me and for your sweet comment!

[@shirleymartin1004]

You’re such a soothing person to watch. Your voice, your giggles and your gentle happy words are nice to hear. And, an added bonus of talent in art! Thank you! I also use your organization ideas. You’re just the best!

[@pattystamps]

Oh Shirley, thank you so much!!! I often feel that I'm pretty boring... so I'm glad to hear that I'm not! :)

[@dvcrztb]

It was out of focus a lot, but I was able to get a few great ideas and tricks to use. Beautiful cards!

[@marlareames2170]

I am a DSP hoarder! Thanks for giving me a way to cut all that a paper to use for my cards.

[@pattystamps]

You are most welcome!!

[@kathybradley8315]

Such beautiful and elegant cards. Thanks for sharing!

[@margaretfullwood292]

Hello Patty. This is my first time seeing you. Thanks for the beautiful cards and taking the time to really explain each step. Now I can get my suite out and start crafting. I thought you were amazing.

[@pattystamps]

Thank you for joining me!! I hope you'll enjoy some of my other videos or blog projects each day! Thanks for your kind words!

[@lindaroberts5898]

Love this paper and stamp set. Beautiful cards

[@bekkasier9404]

Great tips thank you. Stunning cards.

[@pattystamps]

glad you enjoyed it!!

[@hildamasi4665]

OMG Patty LOVE,LOVE these cards TFS💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@pattystamps]

Thank you Hilda!!

[@janetsmith7147]

These cards are gorgeous! To have me a lot of great trips. Thank you!

[@sallyc.9017]

Beautiful cards! Thanks for sharing so many ideas.

[@debbierheault6552]

These are gorgeous

[@pattystamps]

Thank you Debbie!

[@karendotson4632]

I can’t believe this is the first time I’ve seen you. You are absolutely awesome.

[@pattystamps]

Welcome, you are so kind!!

[@lindaleonhardt7617]

Hi Patty! I just got this stamp set! I really appreciate all of your tips on how to stamp with it!!

[@theresacampbell1633]

I just recently started using Adhesive Tape and I love it!

[@pattystamps]

yay!!

[@vickibradfield1321]

Gorgeous cards & Great tips!

[@crs949]

You have made me feel as a new stamper I can easily make awesome cards. I also love your idea of prepping die cuts. That way I won’t spend 3 hours just making one card. LOL THANKS EVER SO MUCH,❤️

[@pattystamps]

So kind of you, so glad it was helpful!!

[@njofei]

I love the paper and Patty you are and excellent teacher. I will try this soon!!

[@windyellard2380]

Awesome tips...thank you so much! Love this suite!

[@pattystamps]

Thanks Windy!

[@RHill-rv1ij]

Beautiful cards

[@loribillet3638]

Always WOWed by your cards! So beautiful!

[@pattystamps]

So kind of you Lori!

[@Anne-rs2nb]

Beautiful cards with this gorgeous paper! Thanks for the tips and explanations😊

[@pattystamps]

Thanks for watching and glad you enjoyed it!

[@madeleineadamec4868]

Thank you for the beautiful ideas. I will try to use them.

[@pattystamps]

Have fun!!

[@marthawilliams4466]

Absolutely gorgeous, very inspirational!

[@pattystamps]

Thanks Martha!

[@morganmcneill8847]

Love your tips and describing the "how" to achieve

[@pattystamps]

thank you!!

[@cherylstratton9605]

Thank you so much for sharing your techniques and beautiful cards. Love your videos ❤️

[@pattystamps]

So kind of you, thank you Cheryl!

[@bettyb.7425]

The blending brush technique is great! Great ideas all around. Your cards are gorgeous! I have this suite and love it!!

[@barbaragaudin3802]

As always, just beautiful even if it was a little blurry❤️❤️❤️

[@pattystamps]

I'm so sorry about that bad upload signal.. but thank you for your understanding and kind words!!

[@BuffyLynn]

“This is Patty Bennett, one of the best most artistic Stampin Up demonstrators” at least that I have found!! (Don’t tell my up line I said that)😮☺️Love all your fabulous projects Patty!❤️

[@pattystamps]

You are too kind... you really put a smile on my face :)

[@judytrigg751]

I agree!

[@Glam-pf5hc]

@@pattystamps Hi Patty! I was a SU! demo(hobby) until 2016. I took some time off due to illness. I would love to chat with you about joining your team. I agree with Buffy H. you are an amazing artistic SU Demo for sure! What's a good time to contact you? I live in Michigan. Thanks.

[@pattystamps]

@@Glam-pf5hc Hi Glam5419, I'd love to hear from you!! Please contact me anytime with your questions: www.pattystamps.com/contact

[@kathyd2269]

Love this DSP! Can't wait to use it. Beautiful cards, oh!

[@pattystamps]

thank you Kathy!!

[@bonniedeibel1546]

Great & informative video. Yes, this suite is fantastic. Beautiful cards! Thanks for the tips, Patty!

[@kathybothwell4489]

Great tip on ink pads, I’m going to try that, to see if I get a better stamped image.

[@pattystamps]

hope you find it to be helpful!! :)

[@morganmcneill8847]

Using dimensional on the next to the last card was a great idea. I really helped to distinguish the die from the background. LOVE the gold stripes. I am going to do the card bases with the DSP ... i am a paper hoarder so i am hoping this helps

[@pattystamps]

thank you!

[@pamelab7871]

Beautiful, beautiful cards! I love them! And I’m glad you chose the orange side of that last card. It looks great with that die cut flower image. Yes, I need to use my hoarded DSP paper! Thanks for your cutting measurements.

[@pattystamps]

Thanks, yes, always fun to take a chance and see that it's a great choice! :)

[@genierosenblum793]

Patty! Love love loved your cards! Thank you for the idea of using half the pack of dsp to make many cards in one felled swoop. So pretty 💕 And the tip for using the blender brushes.

[@pattystamps]

So glad you enjoyed the tips!!

[@cjsimplyscraps]

Awesome video if it wasn’t for the quality of the video. I know you said something at the end, but it wasn’t just the end. It was throughout the whole video. I wanted to let you know so you could check out your video hookup or camera to figure out what the problem was. I am not a tech person and I did not watch it live, but I would have told you during your live that it was messing up if I had. I just got my bundle of this yesterday and I haven’t seen much on this set surprisingly. I was surprised it wasn’t in our preorder to be honest. Such gorgeous paper. Can’t wait to see how the other stamp works out for some backgrounds

[@pattystamps]

Yes, i actually had a ton of difficulty at the beginning due to the upload to facebook. i mentioned that and was hoping it would be better. I truly apologize for the facebook live quality issues.

[@juliannasother4262]

I am new to your site and I am loving it!

[@lisaoreilly377]

As always, so inspiring!

[@heidikeeney5218]

Great tips, thanks

[@pattystamps]

thanks for watching!!

[@daretodraw4165]

Big love to your sharing❤️❤️

[@judidempton5096]

Love your cards!

[@sheilajohnson3267]

I liked the look of this suite straight away & now I love it even more! Stunning cards & great ideas. Thank you!!

[@pattystamps]

thank you!

[@annettedubois2998]

Super job love this card thanks

[@debihagberg5474]

I am waiting ever so patiently (lol) for this suite to come back in stock! Your tips are perfect especially with the sticky paper. I've been afraid to use it, but I simply must try this on the dies. Thanks for such a great video.

[@beategeisbusch-leuser7427]

Very lovely, i wait of my set. Greetings from Cologne/Germany

[@tbate77]

I found this post! These are amazing cards!!

[@cheryldouglas234]

Beautiful cards. My first time watching ❤️. I think I’m gonna try this with part of my pack of dsp. Thank you for sharing. ❤️❤️❤️😊

[@pattystamps]

thank you Cheryl!! Welcome!!

[@kathybothwell4489]

Great cards patty. I love this paper, stamps and dies are on my wish list.

[@pattystamps]

I think you will love them!!

[@patsmith1324]

I just found you by accident! I am so happy about this accident! New subscriber here.

[@pattystamps]

So happy you have joined me!! Welcome!

[@suemcvey4110]

First time watching! (Don't you love technology.) Beautiful cards and thank you for all the tips. I am a paper hoarder but I'm going to try your way, cut and mount DSP so ready to use. Also love the idea of stamp/die cut flowers in different colors then ready to use. Great, great ideas. Looking forward to watching more videos.

[@pattystamps]

Oh yes, technology can be so fun! :)

[@jennifercurran9092]

I love this video. thank you.

[@sandradenomey5044]

So Beautiful!

[@pattystamps]

thank you!

[@donnameyers2697]

Its still wonderful

[@pattystamps]

thank you Donna!

[@janelbarmes4215]

I like you’re cards, and the paper. I am not sure that would use it. I find that if I make a about 4 to 6 card with the same D.S.P, I don’t want to use it for awhile. Guess I get tried of it. Thank you for your tips. From Ind.

[@greenlady43]

The Stampin blends are alcohol markers as per the catalog, page 122

[@pattystamps]

Yes, but no inks to ink on stamps or refills to add to cardstock .

[@juliebergacker5680]

Lovely! Just so lovely 😏👏👍💕💕💕💕💕

[@pattystamps]

Thanks Julie!!

[@sandylove6505]

Could you get the same look using the stamp-off technique?

[@pattystamps]

similar, see what works better for you.

[@marysannebeck1138]

Very Beautiful

[@pattystamps]

thanks Mary.. good to hear from you!! Was just thinking about you and was wondering if you are still crafting.

[@marysannebeck1138]

@@pattystamps not crafting too often. It does my heart good to watch the videos. And hopes that I will be able to craft again

[@kathymahon9609]

All these cards are beautiful! I use Kylies #Loveitchopit all the time to cut up my DSP. I love, love, love this paper! I have made so many cards with it. I love your ideas and want to case them with the paper I have left of this DSP. You have great ideas! Thank you for sharing.

[@pattystamps]

You are so kind.. thank you Kathy!

[@juliebergacker5680]

Awesome 👏👍💕

[@christinewhelan676]

Love it!

[@theresacampbell1633]

I have noticed that several people huff the stamps sometimes. What exactly does that do for stamping the image?

[@ninakmetz3876]

They do that when the ink has set on the stamp too long and they fear it may have dried out. Huffing on it reactivates the moisture ( I guess) in the ink.

[@theresacampbell1633]

@@ninakmetz3876 thank you

[@pattystamps]

it moistens the ink, which is especially important when I'm stamping slower and explaining on a video

[@bonniebolen5739]

When you precut your dsp, what sizes do you use to start? 12 x12 to 6 x 6 to 3 x3???????

[@pattystamps]

I showed it in the video, that I cut the 5-1/4" strips then each of those into 4" pieces.

[@ednam7]

Loved this video and the supplies, but a lot of the video was very blurry and hard to see. Don't know if it was my computer or from your end. Darn.

[@pattystamps]

Yes, sorry, I mentioned that.. it was something with the upload to FB.. sorry!

[@carolineking1496]

hi Patty....are you going to Hawaii?

[@pattystamps]

Yes! We leave next week for the trip!!

[@NolaSpiersMitchell-gu5iu]

Replay Patty thank you

[@susanbeardwood9267]

So do you cut your dsp into 4 “ strips?

[@pattystamps]

I did it at 5-1/4" and then into 4" pieces but you can do it either way.

[@crs949]

Please say again the measurements to make these cards. Thanks,. Kathleen

[@peggyrohrbeck8750]

Aren’t the Blender pens alcohol based?

[@pattystamps]

yes they are.

[@cindytschider5007]

Have everything but the paper always on back order

[@pattystamps]

Yes, it came back in stock for a few days when I did this video, then sold out again.. it should be coming in stock in early Aug. again.

[@juliannasother4262]

What size is the card base.?

[@carolpeterhans1560]

Love, love, love...what kind of label maker do you use? you are the only person who knows how to pronounce ephemera...lol

[@pattystamps]

Thank you!! Sorry, I thought I mentioned the Brother P-touch labeler.. I try to in each video. Glad you like it!

[@carolpeterhans1560]

@@pattystamps is the labeler hard to use?

[@pattystamps]

@@carolpeterhans1560 mine is bluetooth to my phone, so I use an app on my phone, but they also have the kind that have a small keyboard.

[@candacepearsall6039]

Video is blurry. Beautiful cards!

[@franmckay5873]

Stampin’ blends are alcohol based markers.

[@pattystamps]

Yes, I'm sorry I was speaking of the ink pads or reinkers so we could create images like these with stamps. We can't use the blends on stamps.

[@joannedonovan9489]

Ha!! I have a pack of paper from Dreams Etc. that I won't even open the package because I might use it!!

[@janelbarmes4215]

Your replay at time was fuzzy.

[@crs949]

Out of focus near theend of the video. Frustrating.

[@pattystamps]

Yes, I'm so sorry.. bad Facebook upload signal.

[@carolpeterhans1560]

poor quality...ugh

[@pattystamps]

I'm so sorry, I'd love to know what causes the interference with the upload.