I love the white mat. I have one that I use. It allows you to better see the colors. The fact that it's magnetic is the cherry on top. Great to see you in your new room
I really like seeing the same technique used with the two types of Distress Inks. Seeing the results was very interesting. Thanks for doing this video.
You are so “rainbowy” today! It’s my fave color haha. Both samples at beginning were so vibrant. I was expecting the oxide one to be duller so that was cool. Love those inks so much!
Those cards are super! Looks kind of tie-dieish. Have a granddaughter who would love this technique. Thanks for making the edited replay. Don’t care for the lives. Thanks so much for sharing.
So fun and festive! I like the white mat. Looks so clean but I guess it’ll also depend on the color of the supplies you’re working with to get the contrast. I love your videos! AND your awesome ideas ❤️
Thanks Kristina for another great video. I haven't used my original distress inks since getting oxides,must get them out and make some smooshed backgrounds!
Gorgeous cards! I personally prefer the black mat because everything pops or stands out a bit better against it and is easier on my eyes. The white with the white cardstock felt bright, and like the camera had trouble focusing sometimes.
I really like the white glass mat. I don’t know if it’s because it’s different or if it’s reflecting the light better. Probably both. So nice and clean looking for sure! I always enjoy your videos!
Wasn't sold on the two smooshed pieces until they were trimmed and adhered to card bases. On card #2, I would try using black layers under the color topper for the letters - might give more of a shadow effect. Will have to try this - thanks!
Kristina, thanks to you I love ink smooshing! Love your comparison of distress inks. I definitely need that white glass mat. Also, thank you for the stamping buddy (I may have name incorrect) on Etsy. I purchased both sizes. Gorgeous cards.
Love these cards. Now for the big question.....are you going to do a tour of your new craft room video? Inquiring minds want to know...lol. Thanks so much for sharing. Hope you have a safe, fun and Happy 4th of July.
Kristina, I was so bummed that I missed the live yesterday! :( I had checked my RU-vid subscriptions list in the morning to see if you were doing one, & there was no announcement. I thought maybe something had come up & you had to cancel. I guess I must have missed an earlier announcement that you would be doing it later in the day than usual. I ended up having to go out of town yesterday afternoon to get the battery in my phone replaced (ugh), so totally missed out anyway. :( At any rate, I do love the cards you made, and especially those backgrounds. Thanks for demonstrating the regular Distress vs. Oxides side-by-side. I especially like your two-tier eclipse card (the hidden message one). I've done that technique with plain cardstock & patterned paper before, but I don't think I've ever done it with an ink smooshed panel. Might have to do that--it really looks cool! Thanks for sharing. Hopefully I'll get to watch your live, live next week. :) Take care, & have an awesome day! :)
If you mean for ink smooshing, any non-porous surface will work. A teflon craft mat or even baking sheet, or the slick side of freezer paper are 2 options. The one thing I've noticed about at least the Ranger & Tonic craft mats is that, even with just Distress & Oxide inks, they do stain, so be aware. I use the Tonic Easy Clean mat for ink smooshing, because the back side is "grippy" & so doesn't slide around my work surface. For alcohol inks, I just use freezer paper, since they will stain non-stick mats. I hate the fact the paper ends up in the landfill, but I don't use it often, so I figure it's not that much in the grand scheme of things. Hope this helps! :)
Love the look of the Distress Oxides. I actually prefer the less vibrant effect. Are you going to eventually give us a tour of your new craft room? I love seeing other's craft rooms. It has been a while since I've done this. Now it is on my agenda for tomorrow.
Hi Kristina, I love your videos! I have a question about the glass mat. I bought one from another company but it has a bad glare. Does this one have a glare?
I’m pretty sure all glass mats would have a glare since they’re glass. Mine doesn’t have one currently because of the positioning of my overhead lights. Maybe try tipping the back of the mat (place something under it). That might be enough to relieve any glare you might have that’s bothering your eyes. A slightly different angle might stop the glare.
I imagine the white mat could make filming harder since white seems to compete with lighting and causes some things to wash out, but I prefer it to the black mat. I can't see the discount code on the glass mat when I follow your link. Is there something I can add at checkout?
Yes, but keep in mind that Oxide is opaque & regular distress is not. Don't get oxide on your regular ink pads when smooshing. Tim Holtz did a fantastic live on RU-vid a couple months ago when he demos & explains so much helpful info.