Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 hours ago

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In today’s video, I’m sharing how to create a borderless shaker card using ink blending and faux bleaching for a soft Valentine’s Day look. I walk through how I combine stamping, coloring, die cutting, and shaker elements to build a clean and cohesive design that still has plenty of visual interest. This project focuses on layering techniques and color control so everything works together without feeling busy.

You’ll see how I use ink blending and faux bleaching to create depth, how to plan a borderless shaker layout, and how small design choices can make handmade Valentine cards feel polished and intentional. This tutorial is designed for beginner to intermediate cardmakers who want to get more comfortable mixing techniques while keeping their cardmaking process stress-free.

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(affiliate links used at no additional cost to you)

• Love is in the Air – Miss Ink Stamps
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• Post Marks – Miss Ink Stamps
——— ldli.co/e/767z409 [ MSS ]

• Hand Drawn Hearts – Miss Ink Stamps
——— ldli.co/e/nq97kpo [ MSS ]

• Postage, Seal and Shaker Collection – Miss Ink Stamps
——— ldli.co/e/6lkdjgd [ MSS ]

• Neenah - Solar White - 8.5 x 11 Cardstock 25 Sheets
——— ldli.co/e/gqelk0y [ SBC ]
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• Concord and 9th - 8.5 x 11 Cardstock - Ballet Slipper
——— ldli.co/e/43zxjnn [ SBC ]

• Spellbinders - Card Shoppe Essentials Collection - 8.5 x 11 - Clear Acetate Sheets - 10 Pack
——— ldli.co/e/261yjkx [ SBC ]
——— ldli.co/e/5y91j60 [ SSS ]

• Lawn Fawn - 8.5 x 11 Metallic Cardstock - Gold - 5 Pack
——— ldli.co/e/43zxjgn [ SBC ]
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• Ranger Ink - Tim Holtz - Distress Oxide Ink Pad - Worn Lipstick
——— ldli.co/e/3odlj7d [ SBC ]
——— ldli.co/e/m5zk9po [ SSS ]

• Ranger Ink - Tim Holtz - Distress Oxide Ink Pad - Abandoned Coral
——— ldli.co/e/e230z65 [ SBC ]
——— ldli.co/e/qyng1pl [ SSS ]

• Tonic Studios - Craft Perfect - Double Sided Redline Tape - 6mm x 5m
——— ldli.co/e/jqxd159 [ SBC ]
——— ldli.co/e/yem9yzx [ SSS ]

• Ranger Ink - Tim Holtz - Water Brush - Detailer Brush Nib
——— ldli.co/e/p376x43 [ SBC ]
——— ldli.co/e/rn60d5r [ SSS ]

• Crafter's Companion Spectrum Noir Clear Overlay Sparkle Pens Set
——— ldli.co/e/omknl0q [ SBC ]
——— ldli.co/e/lmd9zno [ SSS ]

• Kuretake - ZIG - Memory System - Wink of Stella II - Clear
——— ldli.co/e/xl3zydo [ SBC ]
——— ldli.co/e/1pxyjl6 [ SSS ]

• Altenew Instant Dimension Foam Tape alt4346
——— ldli.co/e/d75gdld [ SSS ]

• Bearly Art Precision Craft Glue Bear Refill | BLICK Art Materials
——— ldli.co/e/zreky9m [ BLIC ]
——— ldli.co/e/9d6kpnz [ SBC ]

• Precision Glue Press - My Sweet Petunia
——— ldli.co/e/kq1zdo9 [ SBC ]
——— ldli.co/e/767z4k9 [ SSS ]

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➡️ DISCLOSURE: Some of these products were sent to me by Miss Ink Stamps as part of their video team. And are marked with an * in the supply list. This is not a sponsored video. Compensated Affiliate links are used at no additional cost to you. Thank you!

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