Ink Splatter Background with Markers

Have you ever created a beautifully stamped image, but felt it looked a little 'empty'? One solution is to fill in the space with ink splatters. 

 Of course the flowers by themselves are so pretty you may not feel they need anything extra.  These images are from a set called Artistically Inked. They work great on the inside of the card as well

Ink splattering is an easy technique: think about a paint brush or toothbrush and the splattering caused by running your thumb across the bristles. You can achieve the same effect by 'flicking' the tip of a marker across the edge of the marker cap. 

You can control the pattern density by how close you hold the marker to the project. Just look at the beautiful effect.

 

Worried about damaging the marker? You may wonder if using a marker to create these ink splatters might damage the  marker tip . . . the answer is yes, the tip will be affected. That's why I keep several black markers and keep one dedicated just for this technique. And it doesn't matter which kind; I've had success with both the classic (water based) markers as well as the blends (alcohol based markers).

 

 

If you haven't tried ink splattering yet I encourage you to give it a try. Its easy and it creates some awesome looking cards.   

And if you like the look of these cards there is a full product list at the bottom of this post.  I appreciate your support. . . . for more ideas follow my Facebook Page to see my daily stamping.

Thanks for stopping by today. I hope I've inspired you to go play and make something INKcredible.

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 Here are links to the products used on today's cards
. . . to help you be INKcredible!

 

Artistically Inked Cling Stamp Set [154542] $24.00	Magenta Madness 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [153080] $8.75	Magenta Madness Classic Stampin' Pad [153117] $7.50	Fresh Freesia Classic Stampin' Pad [155611] $7.50	Just Jade Classic Stampin' Pad [153115] $7.50
Rhinestone Basic Jewels [144220] $5.00	Basic Black Stampin' Write Marker [100082] $3.00	← Either  kind of marker will work  →	Basic Black Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154843] $9.00	Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [121045] $8.75

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