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Day 9. Coloring w/ Gel Markers & Winners

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Hello Friends! Welcome to DAY 9. of The 30 Day Coloring Challenge. How are you? Today will be my last post with black in the background for a bit lol.

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Today I fell in love with Souffle gel markers (they are opaque) and a stamp from Concord & 9th called, “Grateful”. Check out my five minute video below. If you like it a thumbs up is always appreciated.

Online Card Classes has a new class called Heat Wave and it just started. I was inspired to get out my heat gun after creating a card for their class.

I was browsing the isles in my local art store and came upon “Black Chalk”  paper. It’s a heavy weight and perfect for embossing in white!

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If you have stray powder on the black paper don’t worry about it…  it’s easy to hide with the white marker.

TODAY’S GIVEAWAY!  A goodie bag including a Concord & 9th stamp set. Winner will be announced on July 19th. All you need to do is say “HI” in the comment area. Good luck 🙂

WINNERS ANNOUNCED!! SIX WINNERS TO Online Card Classes. Each winner gets to select which class they want to take for free. Winners were selected from the blog hop here.

Jennifer McGuire’s blog JENNIFER MCGUIRE INK –  KAREN PAGE 

Kristina Werner’s blog KWERNERDESIGN  – CAROL MJS

Amy Tangerine’s blog AMY TANGERINE   – Debi Walton

Debby Hughes’s blog LIME DOODLE DESIGN – Maria Giselle

Dawn at WPLUS9 BLOG –  CherylQuilts

Kathy Racoosin’s blog THE DAILY MARKER   KT Fit Kitty says

F.Y.I. : If you want to share what your creating go to DAY 1 and scroll to the bottom of the post. You will find a blue Inlinkz tab to link up your coloring.

(If you are new to the challenge or want to know more about it click here.)

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Comments

  1. Cheryl Cullen says

    Hi Kathy!! Beautiful feathers!! And I must admit…when you mentioned black chalk paper I was like what…never heard of it!! (I must be living under a rock!) I’ve know about the chalk paint but somewhere along the way I missed the paper!! Karhy I must tell you you 30 day challenges are wonderful!! I wanted to share this with you…I’ve always been interested in art! Loved it all! But you know sometimes you get stuck and can’t do a things…but this challenge has been great…even if I can think what I want to do I can (always could) just sit down and color!! Got me a couple adult coloring books and I’m set!! Thanks Kathy!! You are a wonderful inspiration!!

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      I’m thrilled that this challenge has inspired you to do what you love. Thank you for your kind words. 🙂

  2. SandraB says

    Hi! I am enjoying this challenge so much. So far I have done some colouring every day and I have been using my Copic markers that have sat collecting dust for too long. Each time I have used them I have learnt something new about them and I am sure to continue using them more because of this challenge. Thank you for the inspiration.

  3. Ruth says

    Oooh this is fab! I love how it really pops from the card. I do love my white gel pen. Maybe I need some more colours?

  6. cathym53 says

    Hi Kathy, love your cards with the black background. Can’t wait to try it. Thanks for taking the time to leave such encouraging comments.

  11. Maria Wicks says

    Hi! 🙂

    I’ve been thinking about getting those souffle pens for a while now, I think I’ll go ahead and get some to try them out. I recently subscribed to your channel and I love all your work! You are so talented.

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Thank you so much for subscribing to my blog. Welcome to all my talented followers.
      Go get those souffle pens because they were so fun to play with. 🙂

  13. Carol says

    Don’t you love finding new stuff… black chalk paper. Who knew?
    It’s GORGEOUS!!!

  14. Candace L says

    I love coloring with these Soufflé markers, too. Thanks for the post and video

  15. berucrafts says

    Hi Kathy… this is an fantastic idea… Kathy you are guilty, if I buy Souffle Pens some day 😀 😀 😀 This was your inspiration… and this is really cool… Hugs Ute

  20. Betty says

    such a pretty card – enjoying your card challenge – our morning paper had a coloring page today plus an article on the benefits of coloring – everyone is getting into it!

  23. Jeanne says

    Pretty card! I’m sure I have some of these somewhere from a few years ago. Might have to see if they still work. I didn’t know to keep that little tip/cap thingie. They may be dried out! Thanks so much for sharing!!

  24. Cindi Walsh says

    Hi Kathy! Thanks for your inspiring posts and blog hops! I have black chalk paper and Souffle pens. Need to try this!

  26. Monika/buzsy says

    This looks amazing! The back background sure make the colors pop. I don’t usually have good luck with gel pens… they dry up so fast, I don’t even have a chance to use them… maybe just the brand…

  27. Brandi R says

    Hi, Kathy!!! Gorgeous card! LOVE the black background….really makes the colors shine. I’ve ALMOST bought some chalkboard paper on several occasions. Now, I think It’s gonna have to stay in my cart on my next trip…Love this card ♥

  28. Tess Hackett says

    Such a beautiful card I want to give this technique a try for sure. I will make sure I put those colored gel pens on my list of things I want to get some day. Kathy, thank you for the lovely inspiration.

  30. Janis in ID says

    Hi and Good Morning! I am loving the look of the Souffle gel writers on the black. Wow…great effect!!

    Congratulations to each of the lucky winners, esp to everyone’s favorite cat loving blogger: KT Fit Kitty! 🙂
    <3 J

    jwoolbright at gmail dot com
    HerPeacefulGarden.blogspot.com

  33. P Cadby says

    Hi! I love your color challenges and the way it inspires so many people to create such beautiful things.

  37. Claudia N says

    Love the souffle pens!! The challenge really has been a challenge for me, due to the fact that I moved states and I’ve been homeless for the last week!! My new home won’t be ready to move in until the 15th 🙂 all or rather most of my supplies are in storage at the moment! But I’ve enjoyed looking at what you awesomely creative people have been doing.

  39. Rijacki Ledum says

    The feathers are absolutely gorgeous especially on that black background. Thank you for all the tips. Gel pens have been on my wishlist. The Souffle pens are pretty.

  40. Marge G. says

    Hi Kathy! These are GORGEOUS feathers! Am really enjoying the challenge, too! Thanks for the give-away opportunities.

  41. Susan R. says

    Beautiful! These markers remind me of Jelly Pens which I love to use for my handwriting on a daily basis. I haven’t tried chalk paper before, I may just have to try some after seeing you show how straightforward it is. Thank you Kathy for doing these daily posts.

  43. BunnyD says

    Hi Kathy! Still colouring here. You got me hooked back on Challange 4. Now I’ve decided to practice drawing my own things to colour also! Someone drew all those stamps after all. Love your feathers! So gorgeous on the black.

  44. Oliev says

    Hi Kathy!
    Beautiful card, got those pens on my wishlist:-) And that black background is just yummy!

  45. Carol H. says

    Hi Kathy! I can’t just say hi because I have to say how pretty your card is!!! I’ve seen those soufflé pens in the store and have always wondered about them. Those colors you used are awesome!!

  46. Kele W says

    Beautiful Card! I am just got a new stamp set with feathers; totally inspired by this card. I would never have thought to use my souffle gel pens this way! Such a great idea and I love any project that includes heat embossing and coloring. Thank you so much for sharing this idea. 🙂

  48. pat Smith says

    I love the black background. Not used the soufflé pens, but see I must try them. Great job! Thanks for sharing.

  49. Teresa Inman says

    Hi Kathy, Love this card, I am. Not a big feather fan usually don’t know what to do with them but after seeing your video I think I need this stamp set.
    Thanks again

    Teresa Inman

  50. Angela Walters says

    Hi! I love your challenges, Kathy. I don’t get to color every day because of a severe back injury that keeps me in bed most of the time, but I have gotten to color once, which was more than the last challenge! Plus, there’s still lots of time left, so I’m determined to get a card made and share it! I love living vicariously through everyone else’s creations. It makes me feel like I’m still part of this hobby community, even though I don’t get to participate as much as I would like to. Thank you for being a wonderful hostess!

  51. RebeccaL says

    Hi Kathy –

    I love, love, love the 30-day Coloring Challenges. Thanks for sharing your talent and time with us. Cheers!

  52. Scrappy Teacher says

    Hi! Such fun to have in the summer. I have taken my small box of colouring goodies with me camping at the lake!

  57. Carol D says

    HI! Your card is feathery fabulousness. I love the colors you chose, and they are very dramatic on black!

  58. Sue Washburne says

    “Hi!” Super fun card! The Souffle gel pens are definitely going on my birthday wish list.

  59. Sue Washburne says

    “Hi!” Super fun card! The Souffle gel pens are definitely going on my birthday wish list.

  60. Susan G says

    Hi, Kathy! I’ve never heard of chalk paper…must check that out. The feathers are gorgeous. I’ve got some gel pens, but never used them quite the way you did. Thanks for the great technique and design ideas. Love the coloring challenge. Keep it going, gal!!

  63. Marty B. says

    Stunning card as always! Black Chalk paper is now on my shopping list. HI Kathy!!! :}

  64. Cyndi Morris says

    Hi. What a coincidence. I was organizing my craft room yesterday (a never-ending job), and came across some Souffle markers I’ve have for several years, but remarkably they still write. The colors are different from yours, but I can’t wait to try this technique on black cardstock.

  66. Alma Dirpaul says

    Hi Kathy. Seeing your coloring challenge emails in my mailbox is like getting happy mail everyday. Thanks for the giveaway!

  69. Mariana says

    HI!

    LOL. I can’t JUST Say hi. Love this card. I recently saw the black papers and was like OH OH TROUBLE! your white embossing looks awesome!

  70. Denise Mlady says

    I’ve never seen those pens before but they look like fun. Great card and quick too.

  71. Marta says

    Oh my gosh, this is such a fun card. Perfect for teens and 20-somethings especially. It reminds me of a chalkboard

  73. Linda Tupper says

    Beautiful card. Love the great colors of the feathers. They cover the black so nicely.

  75. barb macaskill says

    Congratulations to the 6 lucky winners!!!
    I love these feathers! They look so real!! TFS!

  80. Marcie Lovett says

    Love this one, Kathy. I can’t believe you got such a beautiful result with gel pens! They are stunning on the black background.

  81. Jeanette says

    Hi! ☺ I’ve had the Soufflé pens for a while and now I have a good reason to take them out and use them again! Thanks ☺

  83. Jane Sirak says

    Kathy, these opaque pastel colors on that inky black paper are absolutely stunning. I love this look. Thank you for putting this 30 day challenge on it so cool.

  85. Becky says

    I love my white souffle pen, but haven’t tried the other colors. I love the white embossing on black. Thanks for sharing.

  86. Teresa Doyle says

    A real stunner of a card Kathy, I love it!
    Congratulations to all of your lucky winners!

  89. Deb Kane says

    Hi Kathy, just popped in to say I love this feather card!!! I have some chalk board paper and some veerrryy old Souffle pens which most have dried up on me because I did not keep that little nib for the ends. 🙁 Lesson learned. I will definitely give this a try when I’m all moved in and unpack in my new craft haven.

  91. carrie p says

    Hello. I am enjoying the many ways presented and mediums used to color in cards. Probably what first attracted me to stamping was the ability to create my own way.

  93. carrie p says

    Hello, thanks for the different mediums and techniques which are being presented. I am so enjoying finding new ways to color in and around my stamping!

  94. Becca Yahrling says

    Hi Kathy! Happy Wednesday. Love those pretty feathers. Love the white embossing and the black BG that makes all those gorgeous colors just pop.

  96. Barbara McDonald says

    Wonderful card. I have always wondered about the souffle pens. Thank you for demonstrating how beautiful the colors go on. On my want list now.

  97. Laura Tuck says

    Hi Kathy! I love the feather stamp and coloring on the black paper. So pretty! Thanks for sharing.

  98. Nora says

    Oh I LOVE those pretty feathers!! I used to have those pens but hey have all dried up!! I bought them to use on my scrapbook pages when the whole “doodling” phase was going on. Now I think I need to get some more!!!

  103. Annie Solomon says

    Am loving it all, and loving having a reason to color every day. Thanks, Kathy!

  106. KT Fit Kitty says

    OMGoodness!!!! I can’t believe I won an Online Card Class!!! Can you hear me squealing with delight?!! Thank you so much, Kathy! So super excited about this! Woohoo!

    Phew! I had to calm myself down so I could watch your video and look at your card! I have never tried colouring with gel markers and never on black either. These souffle markers look amazing – I have gel pens but not gel markers so I will be keeping my eyes open for these! Your card looks beautiful, and I love how you added all the white dots as a finishing touch – it really does make such a difference!

    I haven’t done my colouring yet today so off I go… totally psyched for it! Thanks so much for the inspiration and double thanks for the Online Card Class – I can’t even tell you how happy and excited I am! Thank you!!!!

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      You are so very welcome. It’s really fun to make someone’s day. Enjoy:)

  107. Shirley N says

    Hi Kathy! I enjoyed your video, now another coloring medium to try! I’m having fun participating in your 30 Day Coloring Challenge, thank you!

  108. Debbie Hight says

    HI 🙂 I have those markers & chalkboard paper!! I know what I will be trying after work today!
    your work is beautiful & inspiring. I enjoy your blog almost every single day.

  110. Kitty T says

    I’ve been looking for more ways to utilize a black background. Thanks so much for ALL your inspiration.

  111. Mary Beth Chojnacki says

    KATHY, CAN IMAGINE WHY I NEVER THOUGHT TO USE WHITE EMBOSSING POWDER ON CHALK PAPER AND GEL PENS DUH! THANSK FOR THE INSPIRATION.

  112. Jennifer K says

    I have really loved all your black background cards, I think they are beautiful! I also am really enjoying you challenge!

  114. Denise Bryant says

    HI! Love your beautiful feather cards! So striking with the black background! Congrats to all the class winners!

  116. Gretchen Wilson says

    What a cute and fun card this is, I have yet to get a feather stamp and after watching your wonderful video, I just might have to go get one or two. Love the pens,
    You are such a great inspiration to me, thanks so much Kathy for all you are doing for this challenge!

  117. Karen Link says

    Love your inspiration!!! You have captured the hearts of so many crafters by encouraging and freeing them to color everyday without the pressure of completing a project!! Love the card!!

  119. Emily Keel says

    Hello. Beautiful card – I love feathers. Some good tips on using gel pens. Feeling inspired now. Thank you. 🙂

  126. Tina says

    I already admired your card on IG, it’s so special, really something different! I cannot say how much I enjoy this Challenge again, it’s soo supportive and cheerful! Thank you Kathy, for all your work and hosting this great event! Hugs, Tina

  127. Carla Hundley says

    Stopping by to
    say HI to you!
    Lovely feathers
    on this black
    background
    looks wonderful.
    Carla from Utah

  130. blaquilts says

    Love the black paper! Didn’t know there were sooooo many ways to color! Enjoying every day!

  131. Marcia Scantlin says

    Thanks for the tip about the soufflé markers and chalk paper. Cool effect.

  132. jessica c says

    Hi.. wow these are great. I have been looking for them but have yet to find them. Where did you buy them? thanks for the giveaway sweet of you.

  133. BethAnn says

    Wow! I love the look of the soufflé pens on black! I’ve had some for years, but I forgot all about them. I hope they are still juicy! Thanks for reminding me how great they are!

  134. Nancy Richards says

    HI. Trying to do my best to keep up with the daily challenge, coloring some days, missing others. Thanks for the nudge though, it’s good for me and my kids when I get time to focus on my art – we all win! 🙂

  135. Kitty Smith says

    Hi! Gorgeous card! I love your suggestion to “hide” bits of runaway embossing powder by adding dots with a white gel pen. Brilliant!

  138. Hoosier says

    Hi- color on black. A great combination. Need to run to my craft room and make a sample so I won’t forget this technique.

  139. Deb c: says

    Hi! Fabulous pens, can’t wait to get some and try them out! And love your idea for correcting errant embossing powder, seems as hard as I try, there’s always something that needs a creative fix!

  140. CherylQuilts says

    Oh, Kathy, I love the feathers embossed on white and how you’ve used the Souffle pens! Wow, it’s adorable, and I love the white dots you’ve added. AND, I am so excited to learn that I’ve won an Online Card Class!! I’ve taken two already and loved them, and thank you so much! I’m THRILLED! And thanks to everyone. It’s been such fun, and I’ve been coloring for days on a card. Hugs!

  141. Sharon Brand says

    WOW! This is gorgeous. I love the effect of the pale colours on black. Must give it a try.

  146. Angelique Vela says

    Love the finished look. Several days ago I came so close to purchasing the Souffle pens myself. I found out I could purchase them for less online so I’m waiting to do just that.

  148. Jane M says

    Hi Kathy! I love those feathers colored with the soufflé pens! Great colors. I had never heard of chalk paper but, thanks to you, I will have to try to find some at my local store.

  150. Lucy Schmidt says

    Hi! This is one technique that I think I can do and be TOTALLY relaxed. I love that there’s not too much thinking involved, especially when my extra time is almost non-existent right now with extended family care needs. I even have those pens! A little embossing and I’ll be in business. I LOVE those feather stamps and have put them on my “want it” list. Thanks for sharing so much info about so many products. You’re a treasure and a treasure trove of knowledge all in one.

  155. Michele W says

    Wow! I love the look of the white embossing plus those gel pens on the black background. So colorful. I’ll have to give this a try. Thanks for the inspiration and this great challenge!

  158. Carol Eshleman says

    Love your card. My kids use those pens. I think they are going to come up missing like alot of my art supplies. HEE HEE. Thank you for the great knowledge of the souffle pens.

  159. Sue D says

    HI! Love this card and your vintage syrup dispenser. I have some of these pens I bought years ago–I will have to check and see if they are still good.

  162. Kathy Thisted says

    Hi! love to see you using the soufflé pens I forgot i had some in my stash.

  163. Alyce says

    Hi Kathy!
    When I read “black chalk paper”, I thought, “hey! I have some of that ~ somewhere”. Now I just need to find it.

  164. Marianne says

    Hi Kathy! Love the look of this. I have a NBUS feather stamp set and a set of NBUS gel pens. Wonder if they will work on dark cardstock. I suppose there’s only one way to find out…
    Marianne x

  165. AnnB says

    Hi Kathy! I love your gorgeous feathers card,must have a look round the shops and see if I can lay my hands on some black chalk paper 🙂

  167. Melody W. says

    Thank you for the inspiration ! The feathers are so pretty ! I never knew that Sakura Souffle pens can make such beautiful coloring ! I need to get them out and try to do it myself. Thank you !

  168. Rosy Newlun says

    What a striking feather card, with such a simple coloring technique. I love the white dots, too. Congratulations to all the winners on the blog hop! With aloha ♥

  170. Linda S says

    Hi Kathy! This is the first time I’ve followed your challenge! Enjoying myself so much. Thanks for organizing, sharing, and inspiring us!! BTW…I love the black backgrounds!

  172. Maria Giselle says

    I was eyeing the same paper at a local art store here in St. Louis. I was actually on a look out for a black water color paper to use the Finetec Mica Paint. But I felt the thickness of the paper won’t stand to that much moisture. I didn’t think about other ways to use it until I saw your video. BTW, I got selected as a winner for the Online Card Class in Debbie Hughes’ website. Yahoo! Do I send you an email as to which class I chose?

  173. Cassi says

    Hi and thank you! I am loving all of the videos during this challenge. And it is awesome when you happen to use a supply that I have and haven’t used in a long time. Hello again soufflé pens!

  175. CHARLEN says

    Hi sweetheart…. I love the card is simple n love the colors, I’m running to go n buy me a pack of souffle markers lol …. all this videos got me all exited to keep working on cards thank u for the inspiration

  177. Lu C says

    My first comment was the “Hi” you said to put in the comment box. But I kept thinking about that gorgeous card and could not let it go by without saying how doggone striking it was. Thanks for sharing your wonderful talent!

  179. Judy B says

    Hi Kathy. Your colors really pop on that black chalk paper. Thanks for sharing with us.

  182. FeM says

    Hi Kathy!!!!!! Thanks for continuing to share your awesome projects. You are truly an inspiration.

  183. Pai Meng says

    hi! i didn’t love those souffle markers but now i’ll have to give them another try!

  185. Susan says

    Hi Kathy! Thanks for this great challenge and all the inspiration. Love these feather stamps as well.

  188. Lindarub says

    Love your card and having fun do heat wave online card classes and your coloring challenge.

  189. sandra scott says

    Hi. I had hoped to do this challenge but I got involved in The Summer of Creative Chemistry so I’ve been inking and paint dabbing and all sorts of fun but not technically coloring.But I keep checking it out lots of beautiful creations.

  193. Brenda says

    Love your feathers – your coloring always inspires me! Don’t know why but I never thought to use my chalk paper for white embossing before (always just used it for labels) so am off to give that a try tonight!

  194. Gail Plaskiewicz says

    Hi, hi, hi, hi, hi and did I mention hi! LOL
    I love the black on white or white on black and I haven’ heard of chalk paper either. I remember when gel pens first came out they had a pad to use them with that had black paper. I loved the gel pens but every time I bought some in a package, a bunch of them didn’t work. No matter what I did, the pens didn’t work. When you have an ink pen that doesn’t work, and I have a few colored pens that are purple and pink and they don’t work, you light the end with a match or lighter and they work, usually. You can’t do that with a gel pen. I read somewhere to shake the pen up, which I did with one of them. I got ink either all over our car or me. I’m so weary of gel pens now and I still love them. Any ideas for me?
    I love your card. It’s so pretty and I love feathers. The white really pops on the black! I had to do a black on white card swap and I found some handmade paper at Target I think. It came out so cool! If I can find the card I made on my computer because it’s been awhile, I will post it. I think I will make a few black on white cards for people. Thanks for the idea and thanks for showing us your beautiful card!
    You should see how colorful I look today! Okay, I didn’t color my clothes but they were colorful! I also colored my nails and boy are they colorful too! I am one colorful person today!

  195. Shona Austin says

    What a beautiful card. Love the soufflé pens. Thanks for showing that you can use the chalk paper for things other than chalk. Love your challenge, so inspiring.

  202. Melissa friedrich says

    Gorgeous card, love the vibrant colors on the black chalkboard paper, and those gel pens are awesome! Thanks for all the tips in the video, now, back to my coloring …

  204. Marcia says

    Hi Kathy… Those feathers, gotta get my hands on some of that paper. Thanks for always sharing.

  205. Karen Page says

    WHOO HOO! I won!!! Yay!!! Thanks Kathy!!!! Thanks OCC! Do I need to do anything Kathy in order to get the class? BTW, today’s card is gorgeous! I don’t have any Souffle pens but I think this would be pretty with opaque watercolors or Interference colors of Perfect Pearls too since they show so well on dark colors. You got my gears turning!!! Love how stray powder is hidden in the design! 🙂 Brilliance!

  206. Patt H. says

    What a beautiful card! Those markers really work well on the black paper. Superb coloring on this one also!!

  207. Dolly says

    Hi Kathy! Thanks for sharing this beautiful card with all of us! Sending Hugs from India 🙂

  208. Candy says

    Fab card Kathy.
    So far I have tried colouring with pencil crayons, and painting: trying both distress markers and Zig clean colour pens.
    Thanks for the challenge it is making sit down to try things :o)

  210. Rushd Lady says

    I’m not usually crazy about feathers, but these white & colored ones just jump off that black paper! I have a friend who would like to know more about using stencils and the various techniques one can use them with. What started this off was a marbling technique she saw over the top of a Tim Holtz (I think) stencil that she fell in love with. Have you made anything like that?

  213. Janine says

    Hi!

    Okay that doesn’t feel right JUST saying only “Hi”. But I was trying to follow directions to win the concord and 9th stamp set cause I love, love, love their stuff! Thanks

  214. TracyM #6773 says

    “HI”
    CONGRATULATIONS to the winners 🙂
    FABULOUS feathers Kathy, LOVE your pretty colouring and CLEVER dots. I have some flower stamps with a lot of detail like your feathers that would be perfect for colouring, so I look forward to giving this a try and I will add white dots too!!!

  216. Sarah says

    Hi Kathy! Loving the colouring challenge as always, it’s the perfect antidote to an otherwise stressful time…

  218. Marisol Benitez says

    HI.
    I’ve been having such fun. I haven’t posted much of what I have colored but that’s not the point right?!
    Thanks for all the inspriration.

  221. Maureen Hayes says

    I love the Soufflé pens and have had them for awhile. I thought you were going to show us how to emboss with them. . . Lol! I LOVE the result you got and will definitely give this a go, I haven’t ever used them with embossing powder before. FYI, when I got my pens I got in touch with Sakura about those little plastic balls or tips on the pen nib and they said to discard it, not to put it back on the pen. I just wanted to let you know because I had saved them as well, but the company says not to use them.

    Love ya,
    Maureen

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Thanks for feedback. This makes my life easier. Keeping track of those little itty bitty tips was a challenge. Thanks so much for sharing. Big hugs to you 🙂

  223. Lisa Tilson says

    Hi Hi Hi Kathy!!! I am enjoying your black background cards and these feathers are super pretty! I am looking to pick up some feathers as they seem really useful to have in your stash, and I think these may be the prettiest I have come across. Plus I also don’t have any Concord & 9th and I like to spread my spending around and support all companies!

    I have not heard of black chalk paper or souffle pens, where have I been! Fabulous card and thank you for sharing it with us.

  226. Jeanna says

    Hi! Love the card. I’m going to look for some of that black paper. I adore black backgrounds.

  228. Di W says

    Hi!
    I’m glad you mentioned black chalk paper. I bought some awhile back but haven’t used it. What’s unique about it?
    Your feathers on black are wonderful!

  229. Helen Holmes says

    Such a sweet scene, and I never thought of painting with coffee! These stamp sets look so versatile! Love what everyone is doing for this challenge!

  230. Daria says

    I actually have some of those markers, and I’ve never used them. I’m definitely going to pull them out now. You achieved a beautiful effect with them. Thank you for the video.

  232. Pat eifert says

    Beautiful card!! Love the feathers…I have not one feather stamp yet, but may have to get one after watching your video!! Also was avoiding chalkboard paper because thought it might be a surface that didn’t work well with stamps or markers. Thanks for the very informative video about the gel markers…they look very bright & will have to investigate further!!

  235. Monika Reeck says

    Wooow I ever have that pen in White
    but you have it complete Kathy and I adore the result in Black paper
    so pop and adorable
    I joined too on your challenge
    hope you like to visit me one day
    not obligation hehehe (SMILE)
    Have a great day Kathy

  236. Laurie Brown says

    Hello!!! I have soufflé pens in my stash!! Guess I’d better find them!! Fun idea and card Kathy!!

  238. Angie Hall says

    Hi! Have to say something. I love how you encourage us to use different mediums, materials and techniques during the challenges. Thanks

  240. Essie says

    Sakura gel pens….hey, I don’t have those (yet!!). lovely easy card–I’m curious to see the chalkboard paper up close.

  243. Rufus says

    Just as I was leaving you a comment last night the internet died…..again. I’ve got Souffle pens, now just need to dig them out and use them. Thanks for the reminder! I’m getting so much colored….not a lot of things completed but a lovely pile of colored things. It’s fun.

  245. Patricia Nikkila says

    What an eye-popping and beautiful card! I’m going to have to try this one. Love it.

  247. Nancy Farrell says

    Hi Kathy, Slowly but surely you have inspired me to TRY to color. I’m over here from a friend’s blog Sandy @ wwwstampwithsandy.com and also Jennifer McGuire’s blog. So, all I did was watch your videos every day and today I think I’ll try. I have a brand new set of Brush Markers by Rikota that I bought on a whim, on sale @ Barnes & Noble about two years ago. I will see if they are dried out. Ha. Ha. Thanks for sharing your passion with us all.
    🙂

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