TACKLE a new technique with me!

Inspired by Tiffany’s incredible multi-layered backgrounds, I experimented with my own inks, tools, and process-layer after layer-until I got results I loved. In this video, I’ll share what finally made the difference, plus my tips for making a technique feel like your own.
Have you ever had a crafting breakthrough? Let me know in the comments! And don’t forget to check out Tiffany’s original video:
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[@debcatman9464]

I love how your samples turned out! It looks like fun so I might have to try it next when I have play time. I already have “smooshers” ready, so I hope it works for me. Thank you for sharing!

[@ardyth]

Thanks for watching! I hope you have a lot of fun with it!

[@PatHannon55]

Thank you for taking us with you on this journey! I had already seen the Tiffany video you referenced. You are right, she makes it seem so effortless to those of us who are less experienced with the technique. Also, thank you, thank you for referencing Natalie Bowers and NBCards. I discovered her a few months ago and absolutely love her videos and her smoosher. I made different sizes for myself and even made some for friends. She deserves many more followers.

[@ardyth]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@suevantassel1406]

Great job!!! They turned out beautiful!!!

[@cindym9851]

This kind of layered texturing is something that I’ve always admired, but has always looked like a dogs breakfast when I’ve given it a whirl. You’ve convinced me to try again. Drying between layers seems like an essential step I’ve skipped 🥴. You’ve convinced me to try again.

[@ardyth]

I've got a few 'dogs breakfast' panels - they're great for cutting down with die cuts. Thanks for watching!

[@markandcindihoskins6925]

Oh Ardyth, There are BEAUTIFUL!!! I love all of your color combos!!! ❤❤❤❤❤

[@ardyth]

Thank you so much!

[@brteyes8423]

GORGEOUS CARDS ❤️❤️❤️

[@ardyth]

Thanks so much!

[@Franclin58]

Thank you for this. Loved the card. Loved seeing the whole process.

[@ardyth]

Thanks for watching!

[@Pebblesmas]

Love your cards, great technique!!

[@minikraut]

WHOAW! I love how you combined Tiffany's, Natalie's and your own inspiration to come up with this!

[@ardyth]

Thank you so much!!

[@christineschroeder1749]

I love how you softened the stencilling with water: the result is stunning! If you haven't tried TE answer to white spatter, it would be worth your while. It's absolutely my go-to now.

[@ardyth]

I'll have to check that out! Thanks for watching!

[@donnam5891]

Lovely cards. I love this technique & have seen Tiffany's video also. That smoosher of Natalie's is great isn't it ❤

[@CassTheCoolest]

Once again, very enjoyable. I love creating these types of substrates too and I learned from videos by Jennifer McGuire that you are permitted to keep adding over and over, use everything and it will eventually be incredible. I use pastes and spritz and stamps and Stencils... Go nuts 🤪

[@terrymoss5167]

Your cards are beautiful!! Really enjoying your videos, so much inspiration. ❤

[@ardyth]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@aimeewelch5154]

These are beautiful Ardyth! Thanks for telling us what you did based on Tiffany’s advice as well as how you changed things up.

[@ardyth]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@maryvogtsberger5056]

Your cards are beautiful and the technique looks fun. I love playing with color.

[@JeanTanner-g3d]

I had seen her videos, but since I don't have the sprays, I didn't think it was for me. Your method of using dye inks made it click for me. Thanks!

[@ardyth]

In her last video, she used distress inks, so that really made it much more easy for me to translate to what I have. Thanks for watching!

[@AlysonGold]

I saw the video you referenced. Tiffany always amazes me when she's done with a panel. I learned I always stop too early in the process. I love your variation with the smushing tool. I really need to try that. Your panel came out beautifully! Thank you for all of your tips. I'm sure they'll be really helpful for a beginner like me.

[@ardyth]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@lindameigs8330]

Thanks so much for showing us this step-by-step process. I love your results, and I plan to try it myself soon!

[@ardyth]

That is the best kind of compliment! I'm so glad you're feeling inspired!

[@vinematzke8422]

I love these cards, Ardyth! What a cool technique! Might have to give it a try....

[@ardyth]

Thanks foor watching!

[@gretchenbrinkmann7662]

I really love watching your videos!!

[@letsgetlizicle]

Amazing cards! I haven't done any ink smooshing in a hot minute, and you inspired me to do it ASAP! Thanks for sharing, Ardyth 😁

[@ardyth]

So glad you're feeling inspired! Thanks for watching!

[@michelegourd5742]

Just love this!! I also use the smoosher and love it! Natalie is awesome!!

[@ardyth]

Thanks for watching!

[@cindyhunt6397]

Right choice with that wild berry (you asked). I loved seeing your process. I’m not sure I have the patience for all those layers. Funny I love paper piecing tho, which is also time consuming. I’ll have to give it a try.

[@kiwipommiegirl]

That background is SO pretty Ardyth! I love the first finished card,but think I'd have used the black ink for the sentiment. All your cards are gorgeous,thanks for sharing! x

[@ardyth]

Thanks for watching!

[@jeanhiebert3425]

I love this and can't wait to practice. Thank you so much for sharing this technique. The results are well worth the effort

[@ardyth]

So glad you're feeling inspired! That's how I always feel after watching Tiffany!

[@irishk.1041]

Ardyth, we artists LOVE Gesso (white & black). I have thinned it down and used it for splatters. Have not had issues with it bleeding or anything. Actually, splatter at the last when everything else is dry. Just a thought :). Love the use of the stencil on top of the layers - really like that. Great video - thank you for sharing with all of us.

[@ardyth]

That's a great idea about the splatter - I'll have to try that! Thanks for watching!

[@Tiffany.Solorio]

Love this so much! Thank you for sharing all your tips you learned along the way!!! Your backgrounds and cards look amazing!

[@ardyth]

Thanks for stopping by Tiffany! You are such an inspiration!

[@mzp6620]

THIS is the look that I love and (fail) to get. I will follow your directions to be a layer queen. :D Thanks!

[@ardyth]

Let me know how it goes! Thanks for watching!

[@mzp6620]

@@ardyth I will!

[@suetownsend1932]

Stunning and worth the time for all those layers!

[@ardyth]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@littlegloomy]

Thank you for showing this with ink smooshing! I love both approches 😃

[@ardyth]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@carolbatchelor5855]

I love these backgrounds and the stencils that you used over them. They make beautiful cards! Thanks for sharing your techniques, Ardyth.

[@ardyth]

Thanks for watching!

[@kcinca5410]

Love your technique videos. I think the wildberry sentiment was definitely the right choice. You got great looks for all three of these cards.

[@ardyth]

Thanks so much! I agree about the wildberry...

[@Wendyrocler]

Great job! I loved watching your step by step creation of this fabulous card. Thanks for the tips and tricks that made it a successful project.

[@ardyth]

Thank you so much!

[@patriciarobertson3648]

Tell me more about this smooshing tool. These panels are gorgeous!

[@timh7246]

you said you used the cardstock Tiffany recommended which you believe contributed to your success, but i didn't see it called out in listed supplies: Ranger Watercolor cardstock. Thanks again for the inspiring demo!

[@CanadianQueenmagenta]

Gorgeous card! You have made me want to play and how did we work without our smooshers from Natalie?

[@ardyth]

LOL! Agreed! Thanks for watching!

[@janweddell3878]

Beautiful cards! Love this technique but I'm not very good at it either 😅 impatience is the killer, I will be testing out the layer, drying and layering again! Thank you for sharing your process ❤

[@ardyth]

LOL! I am also impatient! Thanks for watching!

[@dorothykovak4900]

Wow, this is a great technique with a beautiful result. Thanks very much for sharing.

[@ardyth]

Thanks for watching!

[@callycatus]

Lovely card ..yes you made the right colour choice 😍

[@ardyth]

Haha! Thank you!

[@daphnemerk5334]

Absolutely stunning ❤

[@ardyth]

Thank you!

[@krisl.4962]

Beautiful!! Thanks for sharing!

[@ardyth]

Thanks for watching!

[@expressivepaper]

Love Tiffany ❤

[@ardyth]

Me too! Thanks for watching!

[@timh7246]

really nice looking! thanks for both the demo & details.

[@ardyth]

Thanks for watching!

[@jaypechman4014]

Oh my, what a lot of work. The finished results are lovely but I don't think I could spend that much time inking and blow drying on just one card. I might try this on a 12x12 sheet of watercolor paper for an extra special scrap page, though.

[@ardyth]

Thanks for watching!

[@nancyglaspie6735]

I still need to try something like this! I've heard Gina Wallet white acrylic paint or Dr. Martin for white splatter. TFS

[@ardyth]

Thanks - I'll keep tryihg! Thanks for watching!

[@lindalange7035]

All very pretty my favorite is the second one

[@ardyth]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@annbruggeman7157]

Have to give this a try!! Thanks for sharing

[@ardyth]

So glad you're feeling inspired!

[@tinadaniels3965]

It’s a beautiful background!

[@ardyth]

Thanks so much!

[@sandrashaw8343]

Gorgeous cards. I'm going to look at Tiffany's videos. Can I ask where to go to look at the smoothing tool? X

[@ardyth]

The smooshing tool is the invention of NBCards - she has a channel here on KZbin, and I believe she has a video dedicated to how to make it, but it's basically a paper towel balled up in a ziplock bag, and secured with an elastic. Thanks for watching!

[@sandrashaw8343]

@ardyth thank you.

[@debbiel890]

they look really good - gelli prints are my big failure - please feel free to show me how ??

[@ardyth]

I have a good video for that: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y3OYY6x3Zb6nbqs Thanks for watching!

[@andreashoup868]

This is amazing! I saw the video with Tiffany but I love your variation and doing them with CP inks. Can someone please let me know who and what video that DIY smooshing tool is from ? Thanks!

[@ardyth]

The smooshing tool is from NB Cards. She has a channel here on KZbin with a video dedicated to how to make the tool, but it's really just paper towel smushed up inside a ziploc bag and secured with tape or an elastic. Thanks for watching!

[@andreashoup868]

Thank you! At first I thought it was baking soda or something until I realized that wouldn’t create the texture!

[@pamrieley6680]

Hi, these are lovely cards. Can you remind us how to make the smooshing tool? 🙏👏🏼

[@ardyth]

The smooshing tool is from NB Cards. She has a channel here on KZbin with a video dedicated to how to make the tool, but it's really just paper towel smushed up inside a ziploc bag and secured with tape or an elastic. Thanks for watching!

[@camcas727]

I always struggle with red splatter- I always think it looks like 😮blood

[@ardyth]

LOL!

[@gavincollins8053]

How did you make your smooshing tool please?

[@bethjackson8727]

I guess part of the process is to keep going bit by bit. Never stop. It’s a long process.

[@ardyth]

Thanks for watching!

[@loribeck7496]

Very nice!

[@ardyth]

Thanks!

[@dinacarroll9211]

What is a smooshing tool?

[@irinaratcliffe1847]

Waste of ink

[@ardyth]

LOL! I guess this isn't for you. Thanks for watching!