{"id":18093,"date":"2026-08-28T10:49:48","date_gmt":"2026-08-28T00:19:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/?p=18093"},"modified":"2026-08-28T10:49:59","modified_gmt":"2026-08-28T00:19:59","slug":"stampin-up-under-my-wing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/stampin-up-under-my-wing\/","title":{"rendered":"Watercolouring with Inks: Stampin Up Under My Wing Stamp Set"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The new Stampin Up Under My Wing Stamp Set immediately caught my attention with its beautiful large bird image. It is perfect for colouring techniques, so for this week\u2019s card I decided to get a little messy with watercolouring, ink blending and plenty of texture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under My Wing will be released as part of the September Online Exclusives, which means you won\u2019t find it inside the new September\u2013December Mini Catalogue. It will be available to view and purchase online from 1 September.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">My colour combination for this card is from a Colour Inkspiration Challenge &#8211; Soft Sea Foam, Fresh Freesia &amp; Blackberry Bliss (as per rules, you can use Crumb Cake)<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image18093_4308c9-a4 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image18093_4308c9-a4 size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Under-my-Wing.jpg\" alt=\"stampin up under my wing card\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-18089\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Under-my-Wing.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Under-my-Wing-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Under-my-Wing-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Under-my-Wing-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Under-my-Wing-560x560.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Under-my-Wing-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Under-my-Wing-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Under-my-Wing-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Soft Watercoloured Background<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I began with a piece of Basic White Thick Cardstock and created a loose watercoloured background using Fresh Freesia and Blackberry Bliss ink.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Basic White Thick is a handy option when you are adding a small amount of water because it gives you a little more working time than regular cardstock. I used a broad paintbrush and pounced the diluted ink onto the cardstock, keeping the colour soft and allowing the brush to create plenty of texture.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image18093_a5bbe0-11 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image18093_a5bbe0-11 size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-1-2-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-18094\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-1-2-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-1-2-400x266.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-1-2-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-1-2-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-1-2-560x373.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-1-2-600x399.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-1-2.jpg 1537w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Blackberry Bliss is a strong colour, so I began very lightly and gradually added more ink. Once the first layer was dry, I decided the background needed greater depth and added a more concentrated section of Blackberry Bliss along the bottom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It looked alarmingly dark while it was wet, but it softened as it dried and created a gorgeous ombr\u00e9 effect. Sometimes you simply have to let a watercoloured background dry before deciding whether you love it!<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image18093_b17944-53 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image18093_b17944-53 size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-2-2-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-18095\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-2-2-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-2-2-400x266.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-2-2-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-2-2-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-2-2-560x373.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-2-2-600x399.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-2-2.jpg 1537w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Watercolouring the Stampin Up Under My Wing Bird<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The bird image was stamped onto Fluid 100 Watercolour Paper in Versamark Ink and heat embossed with black embossing powder. The raised embossed lines help contain the watery ink while also giving the finished image lovely definition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After stamping, I carefully fussy cut around the complete image. To cut inside the small enclosed areas, such as between the bird\u2019s legs and the branch, I first made an opening with a hole punch. I could then insert my scissors and neatly cut away the centre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The bird and branch were watercoloured with Crumb Cake, Fresh Freesia and Blackberry Bliss. Instead of brushing the ink on in smooth strokes, I used a pouncing motion to try to create a soft, mottled texture across the bird\u2019s body, however, as the card was slightly damp, the ink smoothed itself out.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image18093_882c64-e7 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image18093_882c64-e7 size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-3-2-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-18096\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-3-2-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-3-2-400x266.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-3-2-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-3-2-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-3-2-560x373.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-3-2-600x399.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-3-2.jpg 1537w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Using Underpainting to Deepen a Light Colour<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Soft Sea Foam was the only green included in this Colour INKspiration combination, but it was a little too pale for some of the shaded leaves. To create more depth without introducing another green, I used an underpainting technique.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I painted a very light layer of Fresh Freesia into the areas where I wanted deeper shadows, then added Soft Sea Foam over the top. The hint of purple beneath the green made those areas appear darker and more dimensional.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image18093_402701-51 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image18093_402701-51 size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-5-1-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-18098\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-5-1-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-5-1-400x266.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-5-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-5-1-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-5-1-560x373.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-5-1-600x399.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-5-1.jpg 1537w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a useful technique whenever your colour palette is limited. Try placing a complementary or contrasting colour underneath your main colour to create natural-looking shadows.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image18093_b6b315-de .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image18093_b6b315-de size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-4-2-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-18097\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-4-2-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-4-2-400x266.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-4-2-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-4-2-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-4-2-560x373.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-4-2-600x399.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-4-2.jpg 1537w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Finishing the Card<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A die-cut negative from my scrap pile became a Soft Sea Foam ink-blended frame for the bird. Using the leftover negative space from a die is an easy way to reduce waste while adding an interesting peek-through element to your design.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image18093_1f1140-e2 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image18093_1f1140-e2 size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-6-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-18099\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-6-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-6-400x266.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-6-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-6-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-6-560x373.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-6-600x399.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/YT-6.jpg 1537w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The bird was raised with Stampin\u2019 Dimensionals, leaving parts of the leaves and branch free for a more natural, dimensional finish. I completed the card with a hot-foiled thank-you sentiment, shimmering dots embellishments and a light touch of Wink of Stella.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stampinup.com.au\/products\/under-my-wing-photopolymer-stamp-set-english?demoid=4000014\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Stampin Up Under My Wing Stamp Set<\/a> is a beautiful choice for watercolouring, colouring with Stampin\u2019 Blends or simply stamping as a striking focal image. Look for it in the Stampin\u2019 Up! Online Exclusives from 1 September.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Two Ways to Watercolour with Inks | Stampin&amp;apos; Up! 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It is perfect for colouring techniques, so for this week\u2019s card I decided to get a little messy with watercolouring, ink blending and plenty of texture. 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