Let’s Create a “Sweet as Honey” Card with Distress Inks and Mica Powder Shine

I’m all about getting a shine that’s as sweet as honey! This card combines the soft, warm tones of Distress Ink watercolor with a touch of Unity Stamp Company mica powder for that perfect golden shine. If you’re curious about how it all comes together, check out the full video tutorial to guide you through every step! 

Assemble This! Videos are more detailed as we create this card together step-by-step. You’ll get all my tips and tricks to inspire your next card.

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Featured Unity Supplies

Sweet as Honey USC	BIG Scallops & Rectangles dies USC	Scalloped & Stitched Sentiment Dies USC	Calico Country {paper} USC	Sunny Sparkle {mica powder} USC
Hammermill Cardstock AMZ	Obsidian Amalgam Ink OTH | JO	Utility knife AMZ	Natural Burlap String USC | AMZ	Workable Fixitif AMZ

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You’re as sweet as honey

What Makes This Card Special:

• Rustic Charm: The pattern paper combination of florals with a rustic woodgrain background and soft twine adds an earthy, cozy vibe. The warm tones paired with the honey-themed sentiment make this card perfect for sending love and sweetness to someone special.
• Watercolor Magic: I used Distress Inks to watercolor the floral elements, giving them a soft, dreamy look. These inks blend effortlessly, creating delicate shades that make the flowers pop.
• Golden Glow: To add a little extra something, I painted the tips of the flowers and bee with Unity Sunny Sparkle mica powder. This gives the card a subtle, shimmery shine that catches the light beautifully—like a touch of golden honey right on your card!

Distress Ink colors: Mustard Seed, Dried Marigold, Abandoned Coral, Peeled Paint, Rustic Wilderness

Thank you for joining me today. I sincerely hope that today’s project inspires you. If you create something, feel free to tag me, @dahlhousedesigns, on social media as I would be thrilled to see it! Plus, join us in the Unity Show & Tell Facebook group to share your Unity creations. It is such a fun and loving group of creators.

Supplies

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Please Note: Product names with ** are suggested supply substitutions if I use something discontinued or hard to find.

Sweet as Honey USC	BIG Scallops & Rectangles dies USC	Scalloped & Stitched Sentiment Dies USC	Calico Country {paper} USC	Sunny Sparkle {mica powder} USC
Hammermill Cardstock AMZ	Obsidian Amalgam Ink OTH | JO	Utility knife AMZ	Natural Burlap String USC | AMZ	Workable Fixitif AMZ

Most Used Tools

MISTI – Original SB | SSS	MISTI – Original – Black SB	MISTI – Mini SB | SSS	Foam Roll Combo Pack SB	Foam Roll – 2 Inch SB
Stamping Tool SB	Grip Mat 6×6 SB	Media Mat Mini SB | SSS	Mini Stencil Mat** SB	Multi-Use Mat SB
Cutter Bee Scissors SB | SSS	Reverse Tweezers SB	Glossy Accents SB	Glue Bottle SB	Connect Glue SB
Blending Brushes AMZ	Mini Blending Brushes AMZ	Finger Blending Brushes AMZ	Jewel Picker AMZ	Rhinestone Pencil AMZ
Post It Note Tape AMZ	ATG Adhesive Tape AMZ	Big Shot SB	Mini Trimmer SB	White Pen AMZ
White Gel Pens SB | AMZ | EH	Artist-Tac Micro Dot Adhesive AMZ	T rulers AMZ	Glass Mat SB	1.5″ block SB | OTH
Fiskars Trimmer AMZ | JO