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Distress Ink Flowers (Dies by Alexandra Renke)

April 6, 2018 by Sandy Allnock 37 Comments [featured_image}

Distress Ink Flowers (Dies by Alexandra Renke)

The new line of lovely dies from Alexandra Renke have even ME excited. And I’m not usually one to be thrilled by flower stamps and dies! There are just so many, but I know you guys like them and want to know how to color them. And thus I do. But boy when I find flowers that get even me excited, you know it’s pretty special! See the thumbnails of (I think) all the flower dies in the supply list at the end of the post; I got five of them just to see if this distress ink technique would work. And I used them for my Easter cards – I didn’t have them in time to share before Easter, but Mother’s day is on the way! Watch the video below or click HERE to see it in HD on YouTube.,

Crocuses die – beautiful elegant flowers, and I paired it with a Lawn Fawn stitched hillside die – some of you might see it as snow since we’ve had such crazy weather in the beginning of spring this year!

For size comparison, I’m sharing these photos too:

Tulips…I love the ones with the ripply edges!

Poppies – and in the video I show you a simple way I figured out to make a vase with a little Tumbled Glass ink.

Tendril….For the gardeners…

Snowdrops….I’m  hoping they’re yellow, because aren’t they sweet in sunshiny yellow??

 

Supplies

Below are links to the supplies I’ve used for today’s project. Compensated affiliate links may used, which means if you make a purchase I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. I truly appreciate your support toward the costs of running this blog! Read more.

Alexandra Renke Dies – with pics:

Alexandra Renke Dies, Poppy Flowers

Alexandra Renke Dies, Snowdrops

Alexandra Renke Dies, Tendril

Alexandra Renke Dies, Tulip with Bud

Alexandra Renke Dies, Crocus

Alexandra Renke Dies, Magic Poppy

Alexandra Renke Dies, Cherry Blossom Branch

Alexandra Renke Dies, Open Tulip with Bud

Alexandra Renke Dies, Spring Flowers

Alexandra Renke Dies, Magic Flower 3

Alexandra Renke Dies, Magic Flower 2

Alexandra Renke Dies, Magic Flower 1

Alexandra Renke Dies, Magic Flower

Alexandra Renke Dies, Magic Blossom

Alexandra Renke Dies, Cornflowers

Alexandra Renke Dies, Spring Branch

Alexandra Renke Dies, Clover

Alexandra Renke Dies, Grasses

The rest of the supplies:

  • Neenah Cardstock, Neenah Classic Crest Solar White, 250 Sheet Ream
  • Ranger Ink Blending Tool, 1 Inch Round
  • Ranger Ink Blending Tool Replacement Foam, 1 Inch Round
  • Ranger Distress Mini Ink Pads:
    • Scattered Straw
    • Picked Raspberry
    • Peeled Paint
    • Worn Lipstick
    • Dusty Concord
    • Tumbled Glass
    • Mustard Seed
  • Lawn Cuts Dies, Stitched Hillside Border
  • Scotch Foam Mounting Tape 

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Comments

  1. Alison Grey says

    February 17, 2019 at 4:04 pm

    I love the Renke flower dies. Making a stencil of them doubles their usability, in essence, cutting their cost in half 🙂 Thanks for the detailed video of your process.

    Reply
  2. Michele W says

    April 24, 2018 at 7:31 am

    Beautiful cards, Sandy! I love the softness you achieved. Thanks for introducing us to these dies. I think I like the look of the stencils you made with them even better than the die cuts.

    Reply
  3. melisse says

    April 19, 2018 at 12:10 pm

    I really appreciate the die vs package comparison… not to mention the beautiful technique ideas! I’d purchased a few when they were first available in the US but so far had made only white on white cards.
    I totally agree with other commenters these are much too expensive… I splurged because their modern stylization is so unique and pretty. Thanks to you I’ll get more use of the dies & bang for my buck.

    Reply
  4. Di Wong says

    April 18, 2018 at 10:51 am

    I have acetate packaging in my (clean) trach can. I’m going to retrieve it now. TFS!
    Your cards are gorgeous.

    Reply
  5. Sybrina K says

    April 8, 2018 at 3:20 pm

    Oh, how pretty! Not sure I know which is my favorite… maybe the one with that tumbled glass vase. 🙂

    Reply
  6. Annette Hindes says

    April 7, 2018 at 8:03 pm

    Beautiful!
    Thanks for new technique with dies!
    Love the detailing you got with the die!

    Reply
  7. Margaret Donnellan says

    April 7, 2018 at 7:33 pm

    Absolutely stunning! Where did you get the believe die and what was the Jesus saying you stamped inside the card.

    Reply
  8. Iris Esther López says

    April 7, 2018 at 7:28 pm

    Beautiful cards! Awesome technique for coloring.

    Reply
  9. Jennifer Williams says

    April 7, 2018 at 6:14 pm

    Hi Sandy,
    These cards are stunning! So beautiful. I think the price for the dies is not very affordable,but you did a fabulous job showing the inspiration. I hope I can just use What I have and do something very similar.

    Reply
  10. Holly M says

    April 7, 2018 at 6:10 pm

    The cards you made are absolutely gorgeous. I love creating with flower images and loved the look of these dies. I was shocked at how expensive they are! I won’t be buying these dies, no matter how lovely they are, and that’s a shame.

    Reply
  11. Judy T says

    April 7, 2018 at 1:38 pm

    Inspiring! I love Renke and I love your watercolor take on them! ❤️

    Reply
  12. Helen Gullett says

    April 7, 2018 at 8:32 am

    Sandy, they is so very gorgeous. Love the coloring!

    Reply
  13. gabmccann123 says

    April 7, 2018 at 6:47 am

    Oh wow those are just stunning!

    Reply
  14. Jan Mente says

    April 7, 2018 at 5:39 am

    impressive! really loved these.

    Reply
  15. dafmatok says

    April 7, 2018 at 1:59 am

    Looks amazing!

    Reply
  16. Julie says

    April 6, 2018 at 8:37 pm

    I’ve made some of my own stencils from laminated sheets, which also work well (and clean up easily).
    These floral cards are beautiful. Unfortunately, the price point of the stamps is beyond my budget

    Reply
  17. Conniecrafter says

    April 6, 2018 at 6:33 pm

    Fabulous idea and they look gorgeous too, tfs the video also!

    Reply
  18. Nancy Reed says

    April 6, 2018 at 5:15 pm

    Beautiful cards Sandy! I am already looking at some of my dies in a whole new way. . Thank you for sharing!!!

    Reply
  19. Henriëtte says

    April 6, 2018 at 1:50 pm

    Gorgeous cards Sandy, great idea with those beautiful dies. Thanks for you idea’s and video. Have a nice weekend.

    Reply
  20. Jan Castle says

    April 6, 2018 at 12:50 pm

    Beautiful and a great technique. I have cut acetate before using my dies, but not tried the pouncing to apply the ink…obviously works well – will give it a try. Thank you for sharing!!!!
    Blessings and Paper Hugs,
    Jan

    Reply
  21. Jane Harrah says

    April 6, 2018 at 11:27 am

    Where is the Believe die from? I love Alexandra Renke and have followed her for a bit now. Love what you did with her work! Beautiful card. I always love your flower work! Your colors are amazing.

    Reply
    • Sandy Allnock says

      April 6, 2018 at 11:49 am

      It looks like it was discontinued, but there are lots of Believe dies in Christmas sets. (This was a standalone.)

      Reply
  22. Chris S. says

    April 6, 2018 at 9:30 am

    These cards are beautiful. I love the technique. A great way to get more use out of dies.

    Reply
  23. Stef Perry says

    April 6, 2018 at 9:19 am

    Wonderful idea Sandy! The gentle inking you achieved by pouncing the ink blending tool rather than sponging the inks full strength resulted in a lovely effect. I’ve used stencils a bit in my card making but haven’t made my own, so I appreciate the inspiration. I love those AR dies but the price point is pretty high so I’ll be looking at the floral dies I own to try this. Also, thanks for the great idea of how to sponge the vase!

    Reply
  24. Noreen Fontana says

    April 6, 2018 at 8:15 am

    So beautiful! Another thing I used to do, but I’d forgotten along the way! And today I have so many more dies than I did back then! Thanks for sharing these beautiful cards. I so enjoy your art.

    Reply
  25. Stephanie Stratton says

    April 6, 2018 at 7:33 am

    Can you tell us what brand, thickness of acetate works for you?

    Reply
    • Sandy Allnock says

      April 6, 2018 at 7:42 am

      I just used pieces of packaging…..

      Reply
  26. Stephanie Stratton says

    April 6, 2018 at 7:26 am

    You have set our world afire today, we are all going to buy acetate sheets and cut stencils from out dies! Thank you for this wonderful inspiration- best idea in months!!!!

    Reply
  27. Vicky says

    April 6, 2018 at 7:22 am

    Beautiful and peaceful and colorful cards, Sandy – thank you for sharing the idea to create stencils from dies! Have a wonderful weekend…:)

    Reply
  28. Marcia says

    April 6, 2018 at 6:17 am

    Grogeous card! I was just checking the supply list to see what kind of acetate you used. I purchased some but have a hard time getting my dies to cut through.

    Reply
    • Sandy Allnock says

      April 6, 2018 at 7:43 am

      I just used old packaging ….and use a shim to cut.

      Reply
  29. TERESA STEVENS says

    April 6, 2018 at 6:08 am

    Are you kidding me??? These cards are gorgeous! You just opened up an entirely new world to me…I never thought to make stencils from my dies (duh!) Love, live, LOVE, the Alexandra Renke dies!

    Reply
  30. Lagene says

    April 6, 2018 at 5:57 am

    WOW! Gorgeous, I love how you created the stencils from acetate!

    Reply
  31. Teresa Doyle says

    April 6, 2018 at 5:30 am

    These are all so stunning Sandy, what gorgeous dies. However, as you said the size of the dies and the packaging images are deceptive…

    Reply
    • Sandy Allnock says

      April 6, 2018 at 7:45 am

      If I were to guess – they may have each been created at a different time. Since only one has the small envelope, they may have discovered they’d want larger ones later, and then made the switch, and eventually will standardize them in some way. 🙂

      Reply
  32. Donna Rinckel says

    April 6, 2018 at 4:17 am

    Beautiful cards! Love this idea. Would Oxide inks blend better? I have to give this a try! Thanks! Havea wonderful weekend!

    Reply
    • Sandy Allnock says

      April 6, 2018 at 7:45 am

      They may, but the oxide also makes more of a mess on the acetate bc it stays wet longer. I liked how the regular distress ink worked better.

      Reply

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