Watercolour Floral Card with Pre-printed Template

A project from our live show CREATE AND CRAFT TV - Join Toni for her brand new SBM launch - broadcast 19th Jan 2024 · 19/01/2024 · watch it from 31:00

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Create a stunning watercolour floral card featuring pink and purple blooms with teal foliage and the sentiment 'Have a fantastic day'. Using a pre-printed template with subtle halo guide lines, you'll paint beautiful florals that look professionally hand-painted. The guide lines disappear as you work, giving you a seamless watercolour finish without requiring advanced painting skills.

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Step by step

1. 

   Locate the pre-printed card template with faint halo outlines. This card features pink floral designs with the word 'hello' and will serve as your painting guide.

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2. 

   Paint within the faint pre-printed lines on your template using watercolour paints and a brush. Build up the colours gradually, adding depth to the floral design.

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3. 

   Paint over the pre-printed floral outlines using watercolours. As you apply the paint, the printed lines will disappear, creating the effect of a hand-painted design without visible borders.

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4. 

   Allow the watercoloured floral design to dry completely. Once dry, the no-line watercolour effect will be fully revealed, showing the vibrant colours without visible outlines.

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Tips from the show

• The pre-printed template makes it easy to achieve a professional watercolour look even if you have not painted before.
• The faint halo outline acts as a guide and disappears as you paint, creating a seamless finished appearance.

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