Welcome friends! Today I’m sharing one of my favorite techniques for stepping up die cuts—layering ink blending colors to create depth and dimension. It’s amazing how just a few shades of ink can completely transform a simple die cut into something much more eye-catching and polished. I’ll walk you through how I build color in layers to create soft transitions and beautiful variation that really makes die cuts stand out on your card designs.

VIDEO

You can watch the video tutorial down below or HERE on my Youtube channel.

I walk through all of the supplies in the video and have included a full supply list in the video description. Below this post, you’ll also find a visual supply list for easy reference, but I’ll briefly highlight the main supplies I used here.

SUPPLIES

• Craft-A-Flower Sunflower
• Caribbean Life Layering Stencil
• Stylish Greetings
• Citrus Punch Fresh Dye Ink
• Green Valley Fresh Dye Ink
• Coffee Break Fresh Dye Ink
• Northern Shore Fresh Dye Ink

Layering ink blending colors is a simple but effective way to add depth without adding extra bulk to your cards. By working in layers and gradually building color, you can create dimension and contrast that helps each element stand out. It’s a versatile technique that can be used on florals, sentiments, and many other die cut shapes.

Thank you so much for stopping by today! I hope this project inspires you to try layering ink blending on your die cuts to create added depth and dimension. It’s such a simple technique that can make a big impact. I appreciate you taking the time to visit, and I’ll see you again soon with more inspiration.

SUPPLIES