Hello Friends
During the month of February, Eileen Hull's Inspiration team are sharing projects made with Eileen's range of inks- ColorBox Blends by Clearsnap. I need to say up front that, at the moment, these inks are not available in the UK, but hopefully they will be soon.
ColorBox Blends come in a range of 16 colours, they are produced in sponge top dispensers that are so easy to use. They can be used for paper, card, fabric, wood, clay and more! The dispensers hold 10 times the amount of ink of a normal ink pad. You just need to heat set them for permanence.
I used three colours of ColorBox Blends - Bay, which is a soft teal colour, Nutmeg and Stop, which is a pretty amazing red! I used the inks in four different ways.
I die cut the elements I wanted to use - Eileen Hull's Bag, Caddy die (Sizzix 657123) and Eileen Hull's Flower, Pansy die (Sizzix 661109). I cut the flower three times, to give a nice big flower.
I decanted some of the ink (Bay) into a spritzer bottle and added water in a ratio of 50:50 and spritzed the caddy all over (coverage is excellent) and heat dried the pieces.
I used a third colour of ColourBox Blend (Nutmeg) to stamp here and there using a script stamp by IndigoBlu. I didn't use a stamp block, as I wanted a more random look.
I coloured the flower direct to card, colouring both sides. Once dry, I scrunched them up and fastened the petals with a pearl brad.
To colour the ribbon, I dabbed the ink on my glass mat, added some water and dragged the ribbon through and then heat set the colour.
To finish off I stamped the words Bloom and Grow with Nutmeg and added them to the caddy.
Another look at the finished caddy.
If you would like to see how my Teamie, Tracy used the inks you can see her post here.
Thanks for your visit today, I really appreciate that and any comments you leave.
Take care and hope to see you again soon!
Hugs, Anne xx
Oh my goodness Anne, what a treat box!! That flower alone is stunning! I can see why the red is called 'stop', it really is arresting in the most beatiful way! Love the other shades too and the ink design looks very interesting. A wonderful caddy box! Your photo looks very good too. Nicola x
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ReplyDeleteLove that gorgeous teal colour - what a beautiful box to display the new colour line from Eileen. Showstopping flower too!
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Oh my goodness, Anne, this is absolutely stunning!! The colors are so vibrant and amazing!! I love, love that beautiful flower!! Absolutely gorgeous box, my sweet friend!! You've showcased the new color line perfectly!! Have a great day!! Big hugs :)
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Love this caddy Anne, the colours are so vibrant and that red ...... wow it really pops xxx
ReplyDeleteWOW! Those colours look amazing ..... love the red. What a cute little caddy too xx
ReplyDeleteWOW! Those colours look amazing ..... love the red. What a cute little caddy too xx
ReplyDeleteWhat a nice caddy Anne, I like the colour combo and the finish you get.
ReplyDeleteA fabulous Caddy Anne and the red flowers really pop against the blue.
ReplyDeleteTF's and huge hugs Annie x
Fabulous! Anne. Just love the teal colour and the mottled effect you have created on the caddy. Your flower is gorgeous -as are all your crafted flowers.
ReplyDeleteA wonderful showcasing of the new inks .Fingers crossed they will be on sale in the UK .
big hugs x
Wow! This is awesome! The caddy is wonderful in the teal with the nutmeg stamping and the red flower is the absolute business! The red ink is a stunning colour and the flower is spectacular! What an amazing showcase for the wonderful inks and dies! Hugs. Chris xxxxx
ReplyDeleteBeautiful make Anne. Those inks look great - super colours.
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The techniques you used have beautiful effects Anne- that flower is so saturated- I wondered how you got such vibrant color- don't think I have ever done that, but now will! Also love the aqua- awesome project!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely gorgeous Anne, I love the intensity of the flower and the two colours together work perfectly . Love how you used the inks . Big hugs for the lovely mention. Tracy x
ReplyDeleteGorgeous colours and love how you have used them in this fabulous design....xxx
ReplyDeleteOh Anne! Your gorgeous color combos always make my jaw drop! You amaze me with your gorgeous and inspiring work. Happy belated Valentine's Day, Autumn
ReplyDeleteThis is so lovely Anne and the colour combo is stunning. Happy belated Valentine's Day, Angela xXx
ReplyDeleteGorgeous colors Anne - I know nothing about the brand you used but the colors are stunning. As I am particularly fond of red - your red "STOPPED" me in my tracks.
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The colors from those new inks really have something unique! It was very noticeable on FB and now here on your blog and you picked a perfect project to showcase them, Annie! Love this!! So interesting how the inks have a dauber built in! Hugs, Darnell xxoo
ReplyDeleteLove this color and this die, wonderful work as always, the contrast with flower is fab! barbara
ReplyDeleteLooks like you had a great time using the new inks and that red flower looks amazing. I hate red inks that vere towards pink rather than bright pillar box (if you know what I mean) and that looks a really good red!! Elaine x
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! Love your amazing red flower Anne. It puts me in mind of something a flamenco dancer would wear, and teams beautifully with the rich bay colour used for the caddy. Your splattering technique is perfect too for something that is so random, my splatters never look the way I want them to lol. Hope you are keeping well. Hugs Lottie xx
ReplyDeleteLove the soft bay shade with the bright flame pop of the lush flower. And how perfectly you've matched the ribbon too. Haven't seen this colorbox product yet, but I have some of the ink pads. What an amazing project you've created with these dies...TFS & Hugs.
ReplyDeletethis is super stunning Anne - that pop of red is so dramatic - I absolutely adore what you have done! The inks certainly look interesting! Big hugs lovely lady! Rachel x
ReplyDeleteOh My Anne! I truly love what you have made here! Those colours are pretty amazing and look so easy to use! Hugs, Chrisx
ReplyDeleteOh how fun and love that dramatic red...gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteGreat to see the close up photos of this striking project. I love your inky background and your flower is stunning.
ReplyDeleteJulie x
Rosy red and turquoise is such a beautiful combination--cool techniques, too. A great project!
ReplyDeleteI love all the water spots in you box Anne, the pretty text stamping sand that glorious red ribbon and bloom! A great project using these innovative new inks and Eileen's great dues! Julia xx
ReplyDeleteSorry typing on my phone, should be - "on your box", "stampings and " and "great dies"!
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ReplyDeleteOh my gosh! I love, love, love your project. I have these dies and have NEVER used them but am so inspired now that I can't wait to dust them off and create something. The color palette is so beautiful, and that flower really makes a statement.
Hugs,
Nancy
waoo nice post about "Clearsnap ColorBox Blends for Eileen Hull"
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i tend to forget to come and comment after spying projects on the social nets!!! i thought i had commented because i loved the working on the glass idea..... \
ReplyDeletei just had to stop in and say i LOVE this project and the colour combinations and techniques!
Fabulous project, Anne, and those Colorbox Blends are so bold and beautiful, especially Stop! What a perfect name, because that red makes me want to stop instantly in my tracks; what a head turner of a color! And so is your amazing flower! Clever idea to make your own spray with the ink--a beautiful result on that box! Hugs!
ReplyDeleteWow, these colours together are just brilliant Anne! I love the aqua blue background, and the splattery patterns are wonderful! I think your big flower has stolen my focus today, WOWZERS, what a gorgeous bloom you put together! The colour pops, the petals are formed so perfectly, and the pretty blue centre is a fabulous match! A gorgeous project my friend! Have a wonderful week, hugs :)
ReplyDeleteLove the blue and red! When you use these colors I always smile and laugh out loud. Gorgeous coverage with the Colorbox inks! Wowzers! Very vibrant and lovely. Looks like a versatile product and when you put it In the spritzer-genius! Thanks for showing multiple ways to use the ink. Your red flower is stunning and gorgeous dearie! This is a fun design. Hugz to you muffin! ~Niki
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