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Gradation Sensation

Gradation is the dynamic effect you get when you combine two (or more) colors that transition one into another.
 

Instructions: Always start with the lightest color first!

I started with Riding Hood Red and Tangerine Tango reinkers and a blender pen. Because we do not carry markers of the In Color family, this is the solution for coloring. I also always save my small plastic containers from eyelets, brads, buttons, etc. These containers are perfect for this type of project.
Dip the blender pen in the ink and start coloring the stamp. I started with Tangerine Tango, because it is a slightly lighter color.
Color the entire surface of the stamp with the chosen colors.
Use a sponge dauber or stampin' sponge to blend the edges of the colors together, eliminating the line in between.
Here is the stamped image.
I used a So Saffron Stampin' write marker in the center to add a third color to the second flower. I liked that one a bit better, so I used that for my finished card.
  Here is the finished project.
 

 

 

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