PTI MIM #246: Faux Brush Lettering

Another week, another Make It Monday challenge at Papertrey Ink. This time it's the very talented Amy Sheffer showing us in a video and on her blog exactly how it's done. She makes it look so easy and has done some very striking cards sharing her technique of Faux Brush Lettering. Just had to try this but think I'd have better control using my Zig's than ink pads, water and a paintbrush. I'll definitely try this again once I have some stamps to use other than Graceful Greetings. The font isn't as thick as some so a bit challenging to follow the lines. Anyway, my demand is exceeding my stash at the moment for Thinking of You and/or Get Well cards so I need to quit the yardwork and get creating. : )

(Sentiment close up stamped first in Simply Chartreuse 

and then Ripe Avocado for Faux Brush Lettering)

Now I see I should have watercolored vertically for a more even flow of leaf colors. Will remember that next time. Sponged the edge using Autumn Rose ink to tie it in with the leaves, adhered to white card base and added the five sequins to finish it off. Will view and comment tonight on what others have created. I'm sure there will be lots of inspiration and cool ideas to try myself. Have a great weekend and thanks for stopping by!

Supplies: (all PTI unless noted)

Cardstock: Stamper's Select White and Canson Mix Media Paper

Ink: Autumn Rose, Orange Zest, Simply Chartreuse and Ripe Avocado

Stamps: Graceful Greetings

Dies: Turning A New Leaf

Other: PPP Sparkling Clear Sequins, Paintbrush, Water and Sponge