Showing posts with label Background Blocks. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Background Blocks. Show all posts

Saturday, 27 June 2026

June 2026 Reveal, Release Day with Brand Ambassador Hop & Giveaway!

Hello everyone!

Happy Friday!

Finally, today is a release day at Uniko! This release is so versatile perfect for any occasions, masculine ones, birthdays, geometrical and so on.......!

It's time to feature all the June 2026 small release!


Card 1

Background Blocks Scramble Stamp set

Pretty Thank you so Much with Floral illustrations! 

A thoughtful image makes it personal. A gorgeous contemporary card to say Thank You to a special person! They're easy to share and feel more genuine, replying with a kind gesture to make someone smile.



On a teal grey card, I played with my ZIG Brush markers to color the Thank You script in rainbow colors. And then I stamped the Floral patterns in Lady bug and Cottage ivy Memento inks.

I combined it with the new Triangulate stencil pattern on the top and bottom of the card using Sea breeze Ink. and added a dotted line with my black pen. So easy- peasy!


Card 2

Ink & Flip Triangulate stencil

I love the geometric patterns partly because they can be used simply by changing the colors, sentiments and used for any occasion!

I created a quilted grid background for my card. I love geometrics and ink blending.



On a white card base, I put my stencil diagonal and added crackling campfire DI through it. I left one triangle in between the each row to create a quilting pattern for my focal point. I flipped my stencil and repeated the same DI ▶◀ to make this pattern.

To build another layer, I again rotated my stencil and created the quilted pattern using chipped sapphire DI and again flipped my stencil to complete a square with triangular shapes using the same ink. I die cut some stitched squares and placed in between the blank space for more dimension. 

I used For my Dad sentiment to bring everything together! The dad sentiment is from the Everyday family sentiments stamp set and for you is from the Spring Botanicals Crocus stamp set.

This variation in intensity is what gives the pattern the 3D look.

I absolutely love the end result. Don't you!!


Card 3

Warm and romantic florals with dotted confetti prints, the Layering Modern Blooms stencil set, designed with a mix of expressive blossoms.




 I combined it with lilac posies, dandelion, lady bug and grape jelly Memento inks with rustic wilderness Archival ink. A perfect pick for expressive designs with retro pattern play to any creative project. The sentiment is from the Flower Power #10 stamp set.


Card 4

Ink & Flip Chevron Duo stencil set




Interlocking X- like shapes repetition in a warm, inviting pattern of peanut brittle and rich cocoa memento inks. The design carries a retro, optimistic feel with "X" pattern and just for you anchoring its message. The piece embodies affection and simple joy, a graphic ode to enduring connection and cheerful aesthetics. I combined it with Just For You sentiment from the Organic Blooms stamp set.

As always me and all the Brand Ambassadors are inspire you a little bit more for a beautiful hop here at Uniko.

Bev

Denise

Izzy

Julie

Natalie

Vinita (me)

Be sure to comment along the way for your chance to win a £20 eGift Certificate to spend in store. Winner will be announced Monday 6th July 2026.

Happy crafting!

Have a cheerful day!


Monday, 22 June 2026

June 2026 New Release Sneak peeks at Uniko.......!

 Hello everyone!

Happy Monday!


Are you ready at Uniko as we are kicking off a new week of June with some Sneak Peeks for a New Release! 

So let's get to the sneak peeks 😃






It might be no surprise, but Bev is a little bit obsessed with this style of Background Block! She couldn't resist bringing another one that is going to be an essential for everyone Uniko stash. 

This next peek is of something you might have seen some peeks of on Bev's social media. You're going to FLIPPIN' love it! 





Next is layering stencils, another addition to Bev's obsession of Layering stencils. I think you'll love this new floral beauty. 





And lastly, but by no means least is another FLIPPIN' fun stencil combo. 





That wraps up the peeks and although it's small, all the products pack a punch and are so versatile. I do hope you will find time to join myself and the Uniko Brand Ambassadors from tomorrow as we start the introductions.

All these products will be available at 9am BST Saturday 27th June.

Happy crafting! 

Thursday, 26 February 2026

14th Birthday February Release - Introducing... Background Blocks My Favourite Colour Is Rainbow

 Hello everyone!

Happy Thursday!



Welcome to Day 3 of the 14th Birthday February Release Introductions. Today, the Uniko Brand Ambassadors are introducing a new Background Block.

Introducing Background Blocks: My Favorite Color Is Rainbow. 🌈☁ 💕

The newest rainbow stamp set is here to bring the *Wow* factor to any card. By filling playful colours into the fonts or any image, you can create a modern design. It's perfect for making someone's day feel even more special. It has many elements to add, with cuteness overloaded!


Let's have a look at it in action... 





I chose only the outlined rainbow element from the set to create my own colorful pattern for the background. I stamped the outline rainbow in various colors using Majestic Violet, Evergreen Bough, Kitsch Flamingo and Wild Honey Archival inks.
And filled the colours between the rainbow stripes using my ZIG watercolor brushes. The sentiment is from the Sunshine & Rainbows stamp set.


Thank you for joining us today. I hope you will join us again tomorrow for the next product introduction. All the products being introduced will be available at 9:00 a.m. GMT on Saturday, 28th February 2026. 

Happy crafting!


Tuesday, 24 February 2026

14th Birthday February Release - Introducing... Background Blocks Birthday Scramble

Hello everyone!

Happy Tuesday!

Are you ready for the celebration with a new Release!!!


 



Happy Tuesday.

Welcome to Day 1 of the 14th Birthday February Release Introductions. Today, I, along with the Uniko Brand Ambassadors and Bev are introducing a new Background Block. You are going to love this one.

"Introducing Background Blocks Birthday Scramble"

Looking to add a burst of celebration to your designs? I love this scrambled Happy Birthday right font, which instantly sets the tone and makes your message shine with party symbols!
Happy Birthday is a font that delivers elegance, versatility and artistic beauty in equal measure. It's not just a Typography --- it's a design experience that adds magic to every project.





On a white die-cut cardstock, I stamped the Scrambled Happy Birthday image in Jet Black Archival ink. I watercoloured the fonts using my ZIG watercolour brushes. I added some white dots to the letter I for more fun!

I hope you come back tomorrow for the next product introduction. All the products being introduced will be available at 9am GMT on Saturday, 28th February 2026. 

Happy crafting!



 

Friday, 8 August 2025

Introducing: Background Blocks Swiss Dots

 Hello everyone!

Happy Friday!

Welcome to Day 4 at Uniko!

Introducing: Background Blocks Swiss Dots, a perfect addition and much needed basic design!

Here is a shaker card using these pretty Swiss dots.





Who doesn't love a shaker card? When I saw this cute Polka Dots stamp set, I knew what I wanted to make!
For this card, I used a Pillow style die from Spellbinders. Stamped the Polka dots on a white die-cut panel and filled it with various shaker elements. The sentiment is from the Big & Bold Happy stamp set.
Wow! So much fun!
For more inspiration, visit the Uniko Blog with the talented Uniko Brand Ambassador Team!

Happy crafting!




Thursday, 31 July 2025

Christmas In July 2025: Reveal, release, Brand Ambassador Blog Hop & Giveaway

 Hello to all!

Happy Thursday!

Finally, Today is release day, we showcased all the past five days! I am pretty sure you can't get your eyes off this time release!

Let's get started by revealing all the new products with some inspiration from me and Uniko Brand Ambassadors at Uniko Blog!

Card 1







For my first card, I used pine needles, fired brick,  saltwater taffy and chipped sapphire DI through the Layering Christmas Bauhaus Block Builder stencil.

Here are the pics of how I used it.






 From our home to yours, sentiment is from the Pure florals: poinsettia and Christmas Wishes sentiment is from the stamp set.


Card 2





For my second card, I used the Ink & Flip stencil to create the Christmas Tree Pattern background. I used salvaged patina DO ink and Wow EP Marion Emberson Bang.

The sentiment is from the Pure Florals: Poinsettia stamp set. I added some crystal clear glitter glue dots to dazzle my card.


Card 3




For my third card, I used no diving Lumar Paste mixed with white texture paste to lighten the blue color through the Ink & Flip Snowflakes Pattern stencil. Then I flipped my stencil and applied the real color of No diving Lunar paste through the stencil. Then added Stamperia silver glitter paste to dazzle my snowflakes!

Some close-up pics:





The holographic snow die cut word is from the Big & Bold Snow die set, and I matted the same PP on my card base.


Card 4




First, on my white card base, I stamped the background Blocks Grid and heat embossed it in Opaque Bright White EP. Then I stamped the Merry Christmas Scramble image and heat embossed it in ebony black EP. 

Whoa! I love the outcome. I left the words uncolored, and I watercolored the outer part using my ZIG brush markers.

Card 5




For this card, I created a Christmas wreath. I stamped the sentiment first from the Season of Beauty stamp set. Then, I drew a slight circle with my pencil. I used the solid flower image from the Flower Power #12 stamp set using lumberjack plaid and carved pumpkin DI. After doing all the flowers, I stamped the leaves around the flowers using twisted citron DI.  I think it adds a nice little something extra touch to the design!

I added some tiny snowflakes too, using mermaid lagoon DI

Card 6




For my last card, I die-cut a camel color card base. I stamped the whole image using Versafine Onyx Black ink and quickly embossed it with clear gloss EP for more gloss.

Then, I colored the strings with my ZIG brush markers. I then added white gel pen highlights to the lights and covered the outer part with light effect using the same inks.




Make sure to head over to the Uniko Blog for more inspiration from Brand Ambassadors!

    Anita   

Bev

Izzy

Julie

Steph

Vinita (me)


Be sure to comment along the hop for your chance to win a £25 eGift Certificate to spend in store. You have until Sunday, 3rd August, to submit your comments before the Christmas in July 2025 winners are announced on or around 6th August 2025.

I hope you all enjoyed the new Christmas release! Visit the site and choose your favourite before they are out of stock!

Thanks for visiting!

Happy crafting!


Would love to join these fun challenges:

https://abcchristmaschallenge.blogspot.com/2025/07/abc-christmas-challenge-n-o-are-for.html- one layer card

https://christmaskickstartchallenge.blogspot.com/2025/07/christmas-kickstart-challenge-100-merry.html







Sunday, 27 July 2025

Christmas in July Day 2: Introducing Background Blocks Merry Christmas Scramble

Hello everyone!

 Happy Sunday!

I hope you are enjoying your day!

I am back with the next Uniko stamp Introduction, Christmas in July New Release called Background Blocks Merry Christmas Scramble.

I love the Christmas font and its modern style, which can be used in many ways. Awesome pattern!



I stamped the Merry Christmas Scramble on a double-stitched die-cut white panel and heat-embossed it using White Gold Pearl EP. Then I colored the Christmas word using my ZIG watercolor brush markers. I matted a gold pearl PP on a white card base and added my stamped panel to it. 


Here is a closer look: 




It's hard to capture the impression in a gold pearl, but in real life, it looks so pretty!
I hope you enjoyed it.




Here is the hop list of Uniko Brand Ambassadors, and take a look at the Uniko blog here for more creative use of this stamp set:






Vinita (me)

The new release is on 31st July and all the latest products will be available on this day!
Thanks for visiting!

Happy crafting!