Easy Rubber Stamping Technique: Watercolor Background with Markers

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Have you ever wanted to create a beautiful watercolor background for your handmade cards without a lot of fuss? Today, I’m sharing a fun rubber stamping technique using Stampin’ Write Markers and a clear block to create a soft, artistic background that pairs perfectly with your favorite stamped images.

You’ll love how easy this technique is and the stunning results you can achieve! Keep reading to see two gorgeous card ideas featuring this technique, plus a step-by-step video tutorial to guide you through the process, the dimensions, and the complete supply lists. 

​On y go! Let's get stamping.

Video Card-Making Tutorial

In this technique, I colored directly onto a clear block using Stampin’ Write Markers, spritzed it with water using a Stampin’ Spritzer, and then pressed the clear block onto Basic White cardstock. The water causes the colors to blend beautifully, creating a unique and organic watercolor effect. After the background dried, I stamped my image over it using Jet Black Stazon ink for a crisp, permanent impression.

Check out the Video Tutorial to see exactly how it's done and pick up some tips!

Complete Supply List for this Floral Thank You Card

Floral Thank You Card – Featuring the Thankful Garden Stamp Set

For the first card, I used the Thankful Garden stamp set, which will be available next week as part of the Online Exclusives release. To create the background, I colored a clear block with Highland Heather, Gorgeous Grape, Soft Sea Foam, and Granny Apple Green Stampin’ Write Markers, spritzed it with water, and pressed it onto Basic White cardstock. Once dry, I stamped the hydrangea image in Jet Black Stazon and tore the bottom edge for texture.

To complete the design, I layered the stamped panel over a coordinating piece of Lovely Garden Designer Series Paper, adding a soft and artistic touch to the card. Layered the stamped panel onto a coordinating piece of Lovely Garden Designer Series Paper.

Thank You Card Dimensions

• Highland Heather (base): 8 1/2" x 5 1/2", scored at 4 1/4"
• Highland Heather (layer): 1 7/8" x 1 3/8"
• Basic White (stamped panel): 3 1/4" x 4 3/4"
• Basic White (sentiment): 1 3/4" x 1 1/4"
• Lovely Garden DSP: 2 1/2" x 5 1/2"

Thinking of You Card – Featuring the Grow with Love Stamp Set

For my second card, I used the Grow with Love stamp set, paired with Storybook Moments and Timeless Plaid patterned papers. To create the background, I colored a clear block with Wild Wheat, Old Olive, and Lost Lagoon Stampin’ Write Markers, spritzed it with water, and pressed it onto Basic White cardstock for a soft watercolor effect. Over this, I stamped the frame and plant in Jet Black Stazon.
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To enhance the distressed look, I brushed a Lost Lagoon and Wild Wheat ink pads along the edges of the patterned papers, adding depth and texture to the card. 

Complete Supply List for this Thinking of You Card

Thinking of You Card Dimensions

• Lost Lagoon (base): 8 1/2" x 5 1/2", scored at 4 1/4"
• Lost Lagoon (layer): 2 1/2" x 3 3/4"
• Wild Wheat (layer): 2 7/8" x 4 1/8"
• Basic White (stamped): 2 3/8" x 3 5/8"
• Basic White (sentiment): 2 1/8" x 3/4", cut with the Grow with Love dies
• Storybook Moments DSP: 4" x 5 1/4"
• Timeless Plaid DSP: 4" x 1 1/2"

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This watercolor background technique is a fun way to add soft color and texture to your handmade cards. Try it out with different color combinations and stamp sets to create your own unique designs!

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