Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
STOP scrolling — you NEED to see these Aqua Pigments in action! In this watercolor cardmaking tutorial, I’ll show you how to use Brutus Monroe Aqua Pigments to create vibrant blends, smooth washes, and stunning handmade card backgrounds with minimal effort.
If you’ve ever wondered how to get bright watercolor results without complicated techniques, this video is for you! These beginner-friendly pigments make it easy to achieve professional-looking cards while unlocking endless creative options.
✅ Easy watercolor techniques for cardmakers
✅ Perfect for beginners and experienced crafters
✅ Tips for bold color, seamless blending, and gorgeous backgrounds
✅ Handmade card ideas you’ll want to try immediately
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Affiliated links used when possible. All opinions in this video are my own opinions, review, and what works best for me. I encourage the use of your own personal style and techniques that work best for you.
This supply list contains some affiliate links. If you use these links to purchase these items I may earn a small commission and it bears no cost to you what so ever. Your support is very much appreciated.
Supplies noted with an asterik (*) denote affiliate links in which I am either Designer Team Member, brand ambassador, or a company/manufacturer I support. These supplies have been provided to me free of charge to share with you. I may receive commission from the sale of these product but at no extra cost to you.
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Thank you,
Shawn Manley
STOP scrolling — you NEED to see these Aqua Pigments in action! In this watercolor cardmaking tutorial, I’ll show you how to use Brutus Monroe Aqua Pigments to create vibrant blends, smooth washes, and stunning handmade card backgrounds with minimal effort.
If you’ve ever wondered how to get bright watercolor results without complicated techniques, this video is for you! These beginner-friendly pigments make it easy to achieve professional-looking cards while unlocking endless creative options.
✅ Easy watercolor techniques for cardmakers
✅ Perfect for beginners and experienced crafters
✅ Tips for bold color, seamless blending, and gorgeous backgrounds
✅ Handmade card ideas you’ll want to try immediately
Don’t forget to Subscribe and Like!
Do you like my NEW Retro Sun Glassboard and Craftcatchers??? I have an affiliate link to SAVE YOU 15% at no extra cost to you!
*Glassboard Studios - glassboardstudio.com/MANLEYMADE
~~Design Team Member Affiliations~~
*Desiree Tangles with Paper - includeathankyou.com
*2025 Brutus Monroe Inspiration Team - brutusmonroe.com/SMANLEY6174
*Kendras Card Challenge - patreon.com/cw/kendrascardchallenges (use code SHAWN10 to save on a Kendra's Card Challenge Patreon Membership!)
~~FULL SUPPLY LIST~~
*Brutus Monroe Aqua Pigments- brutusmonroe.com/SMANLEY6174
My Apron - amazon.com/gp/product/B0C3L648VW/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
My Scally Hat - bostonscally.com/products/the-scrooge-boston-scally-cap-patchwork
~~MUSIC FOR VIDEOS/MEDIA~~
elements.envato.com
I have a paid subscription to Envato Elements. I do not have an affiliation with them and I don’t recieve any compensation in any form from Envato Elements.
~~Where You Can Find Me~~
Instagram: instagram.com/manleymademinute
Tik Tok:
tiktok.com/@manleymademinute?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc
~~Disclosure~~
Affiliated links used when possible. All opinions in this video are my own opinions, review, and what works best for me. I encourage the use of your own personal style and techniques that work best for you.
This supply list contains some affiliate links. If you use these links to purchase these items I may earn a small commission and it bears no cost to you what so ever. Your support is very much appreciated.
Supplies noted with an asterik (*) denote affiliate links in which I am either Designer Team Member, brand ambassador, or a company/manufacturer I support. These supplies have been provided to me free of charge to share with you. I may receive commission from the sale of these product but at no extra cost to you.
Supplies noted with a double asterik (**) are affiliated links to my Amazon store in which I earn a small commission if you purchase these supplies by using the link provided but cost you nothing to use these links.
Thank you,
Shawn Manley
