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Post by Night Owl on Sept 22, 2014 16:48:14 GMT
I am a pretty simple scrapbooker, but lately I've been liking the look of diecuts and paper edges that are inked. Is the ink permanent once you put it on? Or would I be better off using chalk (does that rub off)? What do you use to apply it to edges? Thanks for all replies.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 22, 2014 17:31:30 GMT
I am a pretty simple scrapbooker, but lately I've been liking the look of diecuts and paper edges that are inked. Is the ink permanent once you put it on? Or would I be better off using chalk (does that rub off)? What do you use to apply it to edges? Thanks for all replies. Just run the paper across the ink pad. |
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Post by gonewalkabout on Sept 22, 2014 18:25:42 GMT
What sdeven said. Just run the paper over the ink pad (yep, it's permanent, it's ink). Some people like to hold the ink pad and brush it on the edge of the paper, others use the distress inking tool by Tim holtz, it gives a softer look.
Chalks can be applied and may rub off, so if you want to try it to see how it looks, using chalks first might be good. If you like it and want it to be more permanent, you can spray a little fixative over it. You do still have to be careful with it though.
Keep in mind though that ink and chalk have different looks
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Post by PaperAngel on Sept 22, 2014 19:21:30 GMT
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Post by Night Owl on Sept 22, 2014 20:21:30 GMT
Thank you for your replies, think I will head out to Michaels tonight to check out the inks...
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Post by eastcoastpea on Sept 22, 2014 23:57:10 GMT
I was taught to use those triangle shaped makeup sponges. Tap the sponge on an ink pad then brush from the inside to the outside edge of the paper. It is easier to control a sponge. Post pictures if you can after you try it. Good luck.
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Post by Elsabelle on Sept 23, 2014 0:06:51 GMT
I used to use ColorBox Cat's Eye Chalk Ink. It's permanent and is more subtle than other inks, IMO. Chestnut Roan was my favorite color. All of my pads dried out when I took a long break from scrapping and I've had a hard time finding new ones.
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Post by kitbop on Sept 23, 2014 0:50:17 GMT
I use a lot of ink on my edges.
Running the paper directly on the pad can result in a very dark edge, and it's difficult to "feather" it onto the paper if you want. It also is hard to get into corners of die cuts if you use a full size pad.
The Tim Holtz Ink Blending tool is very handy for this, especiall the new smaller round pads. Lots in a package for different colours of inks! You just dab the sponge tip on the ink pad, then run it around your die cut/paper. Likewise, makeup sponges work a treat, and you can get into nooks and crannies.
If you want a chalk ink (gives a different finish), I recommend the Prima chalk inks. Lots of colours, small size pad that works wel on die cuts, good price. But M's doesn't carry them. The ColorBox chalk inks have issues: the pads fall off the plastic holder, and they dry up quick.
And yes, chalk just rubs off, and doesn't give good definition like you see with ink!
BTW, my "go to" ink for edging is Tim Holtz Walnut Stain Distress Ink (can get at M's) plus the ink blending tool (available at M's!)
It's a really good investment IMO, and you'll get a whole new look to your LOs!
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Post by Mary W on Sept 23, 2014 1:16:49 GMT
I like to use the Tim Holtz blending tool also. Another thing I use are daubers that are on a little tube that fits over your finger. So you're just using your finger, which gives you a lot of control and the ability to get into some of the small curves. I get them at my LSS. It looks like Scrapbook.com sells them but they are out of stock right now. daubers |
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Post by KikiPea on Sept 23, 2014 1:23:04 GMT
I am a pretty simple scrapbooker, but lately I've been liking the look of diecuts and paper edges that are inked. Is the ink permanent once you put it on? Or would I be better off using chalk (does that rub off)? What do you use to apply it to edges? Thanks for all replies. Prima inks. |
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Post by Night Owl on Sept 23, 2014 2:30:27 GMT
Thank you, will look for those and it would be great if I could use a coupon too.  |
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Post by jameynz on Sept 23, 2014 8:37:55 GMT
I go through phases - inking everything and then not.
My go to ink is Versamark Pinecone or TH pumice or frayed burlap.
I also run my ink pad along the paper or use a dauber - both give different looks ...one is more grungier/distressed than the other.
It also helps to tie in my pp if it is not quite the same colour/ shade when matting
Try it and have fun
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Post by LisaDV on Sept 23, 2014 10:32:58 GMT
I will use chalk ink, but I always keep out my vintage photo distress ink and inking tool and use it mostly for inking edges. Sometimes the papers in the layout call for a different color of ink though and I turn to other colors. I will swipe the color on the edges lightly, heavily, or scrape it down to give different looks.
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Post by penguinpea on Sept 23, 2014 12:11:27 GMT
I also use Tim Holtz distress ink along with the blending tool. Love these!
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Post by Deleted on Sept 23, 2014 13:06:28 GMT
If you choose to use chalks, you can insure that the chalk gets set by burnishing. Do your chalking, cover w a scrap piece of paper and rub with the back of a spoon. Chalk can be applied with many different applicators: qtips, cotton balls, tampons... |
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Post by underwatermama on Sept 23, 2014 14:54:21 GMT
I love inking the edges of practically everything. Straight from the inkpad to the paper is my personal sbing motto.  |
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Post by phoenixcov on Sept 23, 2014 17:07:02 GMT
Always used a Chestnut Roan Cats Eye ink pad, can`t be bothered faffing about with applicators and sponges any more.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 23, 2014 23:34:08 GMT
I'm not a stamper so I'm not familiar with all the different types of ink and what they do. I mostly use mini ink pads and it makes it easier for inking the edges. The cat's eyes ink pads are the easiest for me, but kind of flimsy. The SEI and Stampin Up ink pads are more firm.
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Post by htstepper on Sept 23, 2014 23:43:59 GMT
I used to use ColorBox Cat's Eye Chalk Ink. It's permanent and is more subtle than other inks, IMO. Chestnut Roan was my favorite color. All of my pads dried out when I took a long break from scrapping and I've had a hard time finding new ones. This is what I use. The little cubes make it easy to hold the whole pad and chalk the edges. It's ink and doesn't rub off. |
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Post by tiffanytwisted on Sept 24, 2014 0:35:52 GMT
I love the look but have trouble w/it smearing if I don't let it dry. And I then I get stuck not being able to complete the page. Does this happen to anyone else?
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Post by 950nancy on Sept 24, 2014 0:43:14 GMT
My favorite inks ever are the prima inks. The look like tiny little blue irons and when applied very hard look like paint. They are great to change the colors of Thickers. I also have the 48 new mini pads from Tim Holtz. Those are much more subtle.
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Post by blemon on Sept 24, 2014 14:56:06 GMT
What does Shimelle use? She makes it look so easy!
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Post by berta147 on Sept 24, 2014 18:16:03 GMT
I second or third or fourth the Tim Holtz ink applicators. Especially the round ones.
I use either black ink or TH vintage photo depending on my pp background. More white based usually I use black, more cream based I use vintage photo.
I love the softness the TH applicators apply. Straight from the pad to paper can leave an un even line, depending on how juicy the pad is.
I used to love the chestnut roan cats eye pad, but it wore out so quickly! Bits of foam would always fleck off, usually not where I wanted ink!
Watch a few shimelle videos, she inks the edges a lot.
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Post by loco coco on Sept 24, 2014 18:35:41 GMT
wow, obviously I over think things bc I never even thought of running paper along the pad directly! I use the tim holtz tool and even then Ive only done a couple of pages.
I love the look of it
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Post by Kate * on Sept 24, 2014 19:26:44 GMT
I often use Copic markers, especially on the edges of small things or items that have holes in them like rosettes; the brush end gets into grooves and pointy places really well. And the slanted end works well for straight edges and handwriting to match.
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Post by miominmio on Sept 24, 2014 19:38:01 GMT
I used to use ColorBox Cat's Eye Chalk Ink. It's permanent and is more subtle than other inks, IMO. Chestnut Roan was my favorite color. All of my pads dried out when I took a long break from scrapping and I've had a hard time finding new ones. Me too, I love my Chestnut Roan! |
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Post by ReneeH20 on Sept 24, 2014 19:49:12 GMT
Depending on the pad, I will often run my pad along the edge of the paper: primal cats eye, and mini-distress inks. All others I use the Tim Holtz ink applicator tool.
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Post by lauralaforest on Sept 25, 2014 2:41:09 GMT
I also use the Tim Holtz blending tools and distress ink. Can't imagine using anything else!
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Post by crazy4scraps on Sept 25, 2014 3:45:02 GMT
I use chalks applied with a small pom pom held in a chalking tool. It is SO much more forgiving than ink! If you get too much on, you can easily erase some of it with a white eraser. It's also much easier to get in small areas with the chalk than with any ink pad. You can set it easily by rubbing the applied chalk with your fingertip to burnish it into the paper and it won't come off. I never spray my stuff with anything because I don't need to.
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Post by cricket7 on Sept 25, 2014 12:48:05 GMT
When you guys are saying that chalk is not permanent are you talking about chalk chalk or chalk inks? I use chalk inks on absolutely EVERYTHING and it never rubs off. I use the PowderPuff Chalking inks. They are absolutely fabulous!!
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