Hi Karen, I learned so much from you... Best video of this technique. Thanks for sharing and being a great instructor.
@KarensBlueRidgeStamping3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Michelle, for your very kind words. I had fun doing this technique. I'm so glad you subscribed. I'll be adding new videos soon!
@pattiestarzynski3 жыл бұрын
Hello, My Momma was born and raised in the Smokey Mountains area where her Daddy(My Grandpa) worked. She went to school in Bryson City. We have LOTS of family history in Western NC. I really enjoyed watching your video. I just bought some alcohol markers, I will be trying this technique for sure.
@KarensBlueRidgeStamping3 жыл бұрын
I have been to Bryson City 2 or 3 times. I rode the Great Smokey Mountain Railroad through the Nantahala Gorge. Beautiful country! I love about 2 hours further east. 😊
@KarensBlueRidgeStamping3 жыл бұрын
That’s live!
@pattiestarzynski3 жыл бұрын
@@KarensBlueRidgeStamping Near Asheville, no it must be a little bit further yet? Have you ever been to the Farmers Market in Asheville? I LOVE IT and could spend hours there. I have several family members there also. My Momma's eldest sister moved there and her and my Uncle raised their children there.
@KarensBlueRidgeStamping3 жыл бұрын
@@pattiestarzynski I’m about another 80 miles east of Asheville. I’m in the foothills of the mountains. I’ve been there many times though. I used to have a season pass to Biltmore. My grandparents were from Chimney Rock and Gerton, so I used to spend a lot of time up that way. I love it!
@pattiestarzynski3 жыл бұрын
@@KarensBlueRidgeStamping I try to get down there at least once a year now to see family. My parents relocated to Upper MI so don't get there near as much as I would love too. :)
@susie10ish3 жыл бұрын
Superb presentation and beautiful work.
@KarensBlueRidgeStamping3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Sue!
@lorig41643 жыл бұрын
Wow! What an amazing technique! Thank you for sharing!
@kathleenvaughan51413 жыл бұрын
Just starting to use alcohol markers. Loved your cards and the instructions were very well said😊
@KarensBlueRidgeStamping3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Kathleen! I have used alcohol markers for years, and I just love them. I hope you do as well.
@judyanderson74893 жыл бұрын
Great ideas. Never thought about using patterned paper. Thank you.
@KarensBlueRidgeStamping3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your comment, Judy. I'm glad you liked this idea. The designer series paper changes the whole look and can work beautifully for various layouts.
@janetbarkley12303 жыл бұрын
Wow! Beautiful card. I learned a lot from this. Thank you.
@KarensBlueRidgeStamping3 жыл бұрын
Be sure to read the update in the info below the video. You may want to try taping down the vellum to help with the curling! Good luck with it!
@bjuracek213 жыл бұрын
Wow!!! I love this!!! What a great idea!! I will be trying this! This background would be perfect for Mother's Day!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️
@KarensBlueRidgeStamping3 жыл бұрын
I’m so glad you like it! Yes, I think this could make a great Mother’s Day card, too! Good luck with it!
@olgagrundane98813 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing! Spraying alcohol also worked for me, at least within one colour family. Great idea!
@ursulavalentin18023 жыл бұрын
Sehr schön👌👌👌
@rhondabarker14323 жыл бұрын
Oh wow! Love this and will definitely try. BTW, your instructional delivery is great. Thank you so much. I look forward to more videos.
@KarensBlueRidgeStamping3 жыл бұрын
Most kind. Thanks for your comment, Rhonda!
@kateplourde61263 жыл бұрын
I use a bit of mono adhesive on the back side to hold the vellum down. The gum eraser takes the adhesive off after it’s dry.
@KarensBlueRidgeStamping3 жыл бұрын
Hmmm. I hadn’t thought of that, but I can imagine it working just fine. Thanks for sharing!
@wendywilson17363 жыл бұрын
Wow! That is beautiful!! And so easy!
@KarensBlueRidgeStamping3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Wendy! Glad you like it. I’m experimenting now with another way to get even more beautiful backgrounds in under three minutes. Be sure to subscribe so that you are notified when I post my next video! I’ll be using the new 2021-2023 In Colors.
@2012MPR22133 жыл бұрын
Great instructions, love it with Garden Lane!!
@boofuzzie3 жыл бұрын
It is beautiful
@ocangelnb3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful! Thank you for the wonderful instructions. I’m anxious to give this a try.
@charlenebyington74053 жыл бұрын
Awesome job...thanks for sharing. 🌿🌾🌿
@KarensBlueRidgeStamping3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and commenting!
@ritafadams3 жыл бұрын
Excellent video! I'm guessing that you are or were a University Extension agent and have presented a lot of demonstrations! Love the cards.
@KarensBlueRidgeStamping3 жыл бұрын
Former Fortune 500 trainer and former college English instructor. Thanks for the compliment!
@theresehudran76353 жыл бұрын
GENIOUS!!!. I'm going to try this. Even tho it is a sympathy card...it's still beautiful.
@lisak25753 жыл бұрын
Going to try this! I watched Kelly Atchison do this and ordered the alcohol. I love your examples! Looks fun.
@KarensBlueRidgeStamping3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Kelly! I hope your cards turn out just the way you want them!
@lsl43deo3 жыл бұрын
Outstanding! ❤️
@ellenwright74823 жыл бұрын
Such a beautiful technique! Loved your video with all the details. Will give it a try!
@lindagass13493 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing. Love it 🥰
@cagrummons3 жыл бұрын
What a wonderful tutorial! I’m so happy I’ve found your channel. It’s so soothing to listen to your calm voice, just so relaxing and that’s what art is all about. Thank you so much for your inspiration! Ill be checking out all your videos. Blessing Carole G
@carmenalegre20963 жыл бұрын
Great
@oldmillcjc13 жыл бұрын
Oh wow! I have never tried this technique, but I must try it now after viewing this video! You have done fantastic job of showing us how to do the velum, choosing the background paper and the finished card!! TYFS!!
@KarensBlueRidgeStamping3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Claudia! I've had fun with it. Thanks for subscribing!
@gailpell8543 жыл бұрын
Newly subscribed. Love your cards! Thanks for sharing.
@cjclare31583 жыл бұрын
This the first video I have seen from you. Bravo! I love that you're organized and not a hot mess. I've seen some videos with presenters that needed to locate the adhesive for heaven's sake! A novice paper crafter knows to get the adhesive out when making a card/project! I wonder sometimes if some of the presenters know how to edit their videos to cut out that kind of junk, or at least use the fast forward feature, so as to not waste the viewer's time... Rant over. Second, your delivery was clear, and instructions were easy to follow. Finally, the cards were stunning. I hope to see more from you. I became a subscriber.
@KarensBlueRidgeStamping3 жыл бұрын
CJ, thank you for the kind words! I can’t post as often as I would like, but I’ll do my best to keep them coming. I’m glad you enjoyed it, and thank you for subscribing!
@nancyprobst63113 жыл бұрын
Gorgeous cards. Thanks for a fantastic tip!
@pattifox31133 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for sharing your technique. Had a blast creating my own today.
@KarensBlueRidgeStamping3 жыл бұрын
Patti, you made my day! So glad you enjoyed it. I’m coloring with Stampin’ Blends tonight. I’ll be sharing that within the next few days. ☺️
@sandraallman29143 жыл бұрын
Your cards are gorgeous, great instructional tutorial. First time watching you,TFS
@KarensBlueRidgeStamping3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Sandra! I hope you have good luck with this technique.
@claudinaflores13663 жыл бұрын
Gorgeous ❤️
@marilynbird26743 жыл бұрын
Pretty!!
@KarensBlueRidgeStamping3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Marilyn! Glad you liked it.
@jannineb.63753 жыл бұрын
This is just beautiful!!! Thank you so much for sharing. I can’t wait to try it!👍😎
@KarensBlueRidgeStamping3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Jannine! This technique is fun. :-)
@franceshum95803 жыл бұрын
Oh WOW , LOVELY, just bout some alcohol 90% now off to paint ♥️Tfs
@bettyb.74253 жыл бұрын
I’ve tried this technique, and thanks to your excellent instructions I got great results! I also did some gold gilding to make some "veins" using liquid glue. My vellum didn’t curl at all and wonder why? Thank you!
@KarensBlueRidgeStamping3 жыл бұрын
Hmmm. Don’t know why it didn’t curl, but it could have been different vellum, different solution of alcohol, less saturation, or just about anything! Congratulations though! Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for the comment. :-)
@lorrainecragan-sullivan18363 жыл бұрын
Hi from Greenville, SC. Just discovered your channel.
@KarensBlueRidgeStamping3 жыл бұрын
Hi, Lorraine. Thanks for dropping by my channel. We're just about 1 1/4 hours apart! I hope you like this technique. Be sure to read the update in my comments above, under "Show More." There may be some relief for the heavy curling of the vellum! Stop by again. Hope you have a wonderful Carolina week!
@coolstamper3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful...new subbie here!!! 💕
@tabithadenton18213 жыл бұрын
Hey just came across your channel and subscribed, wishing you the best from Madison county..
@craftbutterfly62523 жыл бұрын
Beautiful technique...what thickness of vellum paper do you use? I tried it and the ink didn't blend well. Thank you for sharing 🙂
@KarensBlueRidgeStamping3 жыл бұрын
I used Stampin Up vellum paper. The package doesn’t give the weight, but it feels pretty thick, like card stock. I’ll call Stampin Up tomorrow to ask them.
@craftbutterfly62523 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much 😊
@KarensBlueRidgeStamping3 жыл бұрын
@@craftbutterfly6252 I spoke with Demo Support about the weight of Stampin Up’s vellum paper. There is no specific weight given, except a description of medium weight. I can attest that it is very sturdy and holds up well when wet. Wish I could be more definitive, but that’s all I could get. I can say that I’ve seen other vellum that is much, much thinner! I hope you’ll try the Stampin Up vellum to see if you like it.
@craftbutterfly62523 жыл бұрын
@@KarensBlueRidgeStamping thank you Karen..I will definitely try it. Wishing you a wonderful evening 🙂
@angelaharnett64373 жыл бұрын
Could you not use removable adhesive on the reverse of the velum to help with the curling . Lovely card
@KarensBlueRidgeStamping3 жыл бұрын
Hi, Angela. Thanks for the question - and the compliment. I'm not sure that removable adhesive would be strong enough, and I also wonder whether the wet alcohol would simply dissolve it as it soaks through the vellum. Someone else suggested taping the edges down to another surface, and that might work. I'm going to continue working with this over time to see whether or not there are other solutions. Thanks for visiting! Enjoy your crafting!
@barbarapalczewski53413 жыл бұрын
It’s been suggested that if you use at least 90% alcohol the curling is not as bad!
@KarensBlueRidgeStamping3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Barbara! I saw others using the 90%, but I didn’t know why. As I mentioned, I used the regular alcohol, and it does have a couple of advantages: people can try the technique and decide if they like the look before buying the higher percentage alcohol, and the fumes are not as strong. I later bought the 90%, and when it says to be in a well-ventilated area, they really mean it! Someone else also suggested taping the edges of the vellum, and I think that’s good to try, too. If taping, I recommend cutting the vellum a little large to allow for trimming when dry. Thanks for the comment!
@jenniferfriddle71552 жыл бұрын
Karen , I am also from Western NC , what area are you in , and do you still do the stamping up ?
@KarensBlueRidgeStamping2 жыл бұрын
Hi, Jennifer. I’m in Conover, Catawba County. Yes, I’m still a demonstrator. Where are you?
@LuvsSno Жыл бұрын
What weight of Vellum did you use, since it comes in quite a range?
@Kristine-ru7gt3 жыл бұрын
I tried this technique & my vellum did not curl, I think it has to be 91% Alcohol, thank you for the awesome tutorial. :)
@KarensBlueRidgeStamping3 жыл бұрын
Wonderful! Yes, a few other viewers mentioned that the higher alcohol content might prevent so much curling. I actually bought some, but quickly realized I needed more ventilation. I’ll try this again when the pollen settles down and I can open some windows. I don’t think outside will work, as heat and sunlight will probably dry the alcohol too fast to get the desired effect. Thanks for sharing!
@katherinemunro97703 жыл бұрын
Would it be easier to put the adhesive on the DSP, rather than in the curly vellum?
@KarensBlueRidgeStamping3 жыл бұрын
Great idea. Why not?
@evelynhansen6370 Жыл бұрын
You didn’t mention the % of alcohol you used. I find there is much less curling if you use 90% strength alcohol for this process.
@KarensBlueRidgeStamping Жыл бұрын
When I made the video, I was using regular alcohol, which I believe is around 70 percent. A few people mentioned that I should try 90% alcohol, so I bought some. It works really well to reduce the curling. Thank you for reminding us all. One word of caution, though: The higher concentration of alcohol is very strong! Everyone should exercise great care to have a well-ventilated area when using the alcohol. And then have a lot of fun!!
@patriciamora29152 жыл бұрын
How did you make that glue holder?
@KarensBlueRidgeStamping2 жыл бұрын
I found a thick plastic cup, and filled it with melted hot glue deep enough to place the green glue lid in about halfway. As the hot glue started to set, but was still pliable, I pushed the green glue lid down into the cup and held it there for a while until it started to cure and did not fall over. Then I left it overnight to harden. Then you just screw the glue bottle into the lid, and you’re all set. TWO SAFETY PRECAUTIONS: Find a cup that won’t break or shatter when filled with the hot glue. Be sure not to get your fingers or hands in the melted hot glue. It would definitely stick to your skin and give you a nasty burn. You might want to wear an oven glove while you’re working with the pool of hot glue. Good luck with it!