Friends of Unity November Hop

 

Welcome to the November Friends of Unity Blog Hop! This month, we are featuring backgrounds and hosting a challenge in the Unity Show & Tell Facebook group.  Join the challenge for your chance to win a $25 gift certificate for the Unity store!

For my first card, I created a background using oxide inks and the Love Never Leaves stamp set.  After laying down the first color of oxide inks, I stamped and embossed leaves randomly on my cardstock. I layered two additional oxide ink colors to complete the background and added the cute little fox from the My Person itty bitty.

My second card features one of my favorite background techniques.  I adapted the original technique by using punches and ink blenders rather than shaped stamps—the outcome is still the same and easier to achieve! To start, punch various sizes of the same shape on a card front sized piece of cardstock.  Add color by inking in each shape.  With the card front mask still in place, stamp a sentiment in each shape “window.” 

Next, remove the card front mask, and cover each shape with a mask— I use Post-it notes.  Add a complementary  color layer of ink to the entire card front; you can apply the ink pad directly to the paper or use a brayer.  Let the panel dry completely and finish.  I used Heart-FULL Homes to finish my card.

Thanks so much for stopping by! I hope you are inspired to create your own backgrounds!  Your next stop is Dawn’s blog.