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Diving Deep into Bibi Cameron's New Intense Liquid Colors (project #1)

So, Bibi Cameron has done it again! Alongside Contact Crafts, Bibi has just launched a stunning new range of Intense Liquid Colors and Sparkle Base Paints, and I'm already completely smitten. This year, they've brought us three incredible sets, including a dazzling Metallic collection. But today, I'm focusing on the Tuscany Earth Set, a collection of warm, earthy hues that are perfect for creating both rustic and elegant designs.

I decided to road test the paints in the different ways I craft to see how they would fit in with my crafting style. This is the FIRST of SEVEN projects I will be sharing throughout January. I did say I really wanted to road test the paints!

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First Impressions:

These aren't your average inks. Intense Liquid Colors and Sparkle Base Paints are incredibly vibrant and highly pigmented. They flow smoothly, making them a dream to blend and layer. The Tuscany Earth Set features a beautiful palette of blues, oranges, yellows, and greens, offering endless colour possibilities for creating stunning backgrounds and colouring images. There is also an umber & black in the same set, to add further depth to the other colours.

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My First Creative Experiment:

Main supplies:
Tuscany Earth Intense Liquid Colors by Bibi Cameron


Check out my YouTube video showing how the card came together. Click on image below but in case that does not work, click HERE instead.



For my first project, I decided to put these inks to the test and create a card with as many elements made using the Tuscany Earth Intense Liquid Colors. 


I started by using one of the stamps from the Happy Mail clear stamps and Versamark to create a background. Whilst still wet, I heat embossed with WOW Ultra Fine Clear embossing powder. Next using the Olive and a blending sponge, I covered the background. I did this in several layers to add intensity in places. The ink blended beautifully, creating a subtle depth and dimension.


To not waste the ink on my mat, I added a little water, used my finger to mix and then tapped onto my background. I also added a few gold splats using the NEW Gold Sparkle.

TOP TIP: get even more out of the inks by adding water to the sponge. Easy way to create light & dark backgrounds.


Now to see if I could stamp with the inks! I added some of the Ocean Blue to a blending sponge and this became my ink pad. It worked a treat and none of the colour vibrancy was lost. I did a similar thing with the emerald green and a smaller stamp from the Happy Mail clear stamp set.


Once everything was dry, I made my finished card layering up with 3D foam pads to create height & extra dimension.

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Two Looks, One Concept:

Main supplies:



I was so inspired by the versatility of the Tuscany Earth Set that I decided to create a second card with a completely different feel. This time, I focused on a more feminine aesthetic. I used a different set of inks: Intense Liquid Colour Bohemian Regals.  All the other parts of the card were made in an identical way to my first card.

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Why I am a wee bit smitten with the paints:

  • Vibrant Pigmentation: The intense colour payoff is truly remarkable - whether used "as is" or used with water.
  • Blendability: The inks work together to create seamless blends which is a bonus when using as a colouring medium.
  • Smooth Application: The inks flow smoothly and blend effortlessly when creating backgrounds. This could with a blending sponge, direct to paper or with a paintbrush.
  • Versatile Palette: The Tuscany Earth Set offers a range of warm, earthy hues that can be used for a variety of projects.
  • High-Quality Ingredients: Bibi Cameron is known for using high-quality, artist-grade pigments, so wouldn't expect anything less!

Things I learned:
  • The inks have a semi staining quality so be careful around absorbent materials. I spilled a little on my dress and although faded when I dabbed it straight away, was worried it had completely stained. However after a quick run through the washing machine, the ink did come out. Summary - if you do get some on your clothes, wash immediately.
  • When adding the Sparkle Inks: Gold, Copper, Bronze & Silver - a little is only needed when mixing with the other inks as the intensity of the metallic pigment is very strong and can overwhelm ... project coming up sharing how I used the metallic inks on black card in my 12"x 12" art journal.
  • Work wonderfully with texture pastes and gel mediums. I have 2 projects to share soon showing how I used the Intense Liquid Color inks with these mediums. 
  • Add to clear gesso / mod podge / thin gel mediums (as an example), to create a wonderful glaze. This can be used as a finishing sealer or to age a project. Again watch this space as I have another project coming show this can be achieved.
  • The act and work as if they were an ink but actually are a paint! This truly has surprised me!

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Find our more about the paints:

Bibi has created some wonderful resources for the paints and how they work - 

  • Downloadable PDF HERE
  • Project ideas over on Bibi's YouTube Channel HERE
  • Colour wheel swatches over on Contact Crafts YouTube Channel HERE

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Where to buy?:

For UK crafters you can buy the paint sets from:

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I was super chuffed when Bibi asked me to test out the Intense Liquid Colors and Sparkle Base Paints but really wanted to road test them based upon the way(s) I craft as that would then give me a greater understanding of how they worked and also how they would fit in with my crafting style.

So far I have been super impressed with the Intense Liquid Colors and Sparkle Base Paints and how they have worked with each idea I have thrown their way. The only thing really left for me to do now is to test them on different papers/card: mixed media, hot & cold press water colour & different art journals I have.

Until next time, take care,

Lou
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KarinsArtScrap said…
what beautiful and great cards Lou...........gr karin
4 January 2025 at 07:52
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