I made two cards to compare. I did one background with the new Spring Distress Inks applied with ink dusters, and the other with the Pan Pastels. The pastels do give a lovely soft effect, while the DIs are more vibrant, but I like them both! The PPs I bought at the show are mostly pale shades. I think I might have to get some more intense ones....
Anyway, here are the cards (DI background first, all stamps by Inkylicious). See what you think.
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Hi Lynne. I think in this case I prefer the pastels, though I do love my DIs and wouldn't be without them. My PPs arrived yesterday, but I haven't had time to play yet. I wanted to finish off some ATCs first.I think I will have to be in the mood for a pastel session and do several backgrounds in one run, whereas it is easy to grab an ink pad when I want some colour. I have a mixture of tints, shades and darks in the pastels, so I will see how I get on with them and let you know. Kate x
I like them both too! Two fabulous cards. Simply beautiful. Finally managing to have a little play - will hopefully post something later
Well, I love them both Lynne. I agree,there is a bit of dust residue from the PPs but nothing like ordinary pastels and they are so quick to use. For me it boils down to whether I want a really soft effect or not because I still love working with my DIs so much. As for your cards, I couldn't possibly choose between them because they are both gorgeous.
Hugs
Lesley Xx
The first card is my fave; ilove the deep colors of the DI and I love the contrast with the flowers. Gorgeous!
The first card is my fave; ilove the deep colors of the DI and I love the contrast with the flowers. Gorgeous!
Both are fab Lynn - but i have to say i prefer the deeper colours .. but thats me all over lol
Lisa x
They are both beautiful cards, Lynne.
I haven't tried pastels myself, a bit out of my price range at present, but I think I would be hard pressed to find anything I like more than my DI's.
Hugs Lisax
Two beautiful cards, Lynne, but I think I like the ink one best - being one for stronger colours.....
Blessings
Maxine
Both of these are beautiful but my eyes are drawn to the lilac shades.
Both lovely cards Lynne. I love Pan Pastels for their ease of application especially since I've had a frozen shoulder. I love what you can do with them with regards to blending and layering. However I love Distress Inks as well, so there's room for both in my craft room. It's down to personal preference I guess, Judith xx
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