Hi friends! Isn’t this little guy ‘turtley’ adorable? I’m sharing a fun card today featuring this cutie from Unity Stamp Company and a technique I like to call mixed media coloring. Yep, totally made it up but it fits!

In today’s Assemble This! video, I show how inks and Copic markers combine for that colorful turtle to match that bold stenciled background.

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. I’d love it if you’d subscribe to my channel! You’ll be the first to know when a new tutorial goes up too. Watch on YouTube.

Featured Unity Supplies

Turtley USC

Scalloped & Stitched Sentiment Dies USC

Scallops & Circles Dies USC

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Mixed Media Coloring

This happy little turtle is perfect for sending love, encouragement, or a just-because note. I used a hexagon stencil from my stash that reminded me of a turtle shell and blended only two inks—teal and yellow. They create a beautiful teal, yellow, and lime combo I love. I used the same inks for ink smooshing, then picked Copic markers that matched those colors to finish off the coloring. It’s a simple but lovely coloring technique. I finished the coloring off with a few highlights of white gel pen.

Gina K Designs Ink Colors: Wild Dandelion, Turquoise Sea
Copic Colors: Y02; YG03; BG13

CREATIVE TIPS & TECHNIQUES:

• Mixed Media Coloring Technique: Blend ink smooshing with Copic coloring using the same colors for a cohesive look.
• Limited Ink, Big Results: Use just two ink colors—when they overlap, you get a third color effortlessly.
• Try Different Color Combos: Who says your turtle has to be green? Try pink, purple, or even rainbow for a fun twist.
• Versatile Layout: Swap the image and sentiment to make this design work for any occasion.

I hope this sweet turtle and mixed media coloring technique sparks a new idea for your next card. It’s amazing what you can do with just two ink colors and a little mixed media magic. Whether you use this layout or experiment with a new palette, I’m cheering you on as you make something beautiful. 

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• Unity’s 17th BIRTHDAY BASH — up to 62% off stamps site wide — plus FREEBIES with purchase and lots of new supply goodies at Unity Stamp Co.

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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.

Turtley USC	Scalloped & Stitched Sentiment Dies USC	Scallops & Circles Dies USC	Hammermill Cardstock AMZ	Cools {paper pad} SBC
Obsidian Amalgam Ink OTH	Wild Dandelion, Turquoise Sea SBC | OTH	Cubist Stencil Set AMZ

Most Used Tools

MISTI – Original SB | SSS	MISTI – Original – Black SB	MISTI – Mini SB | SSS	White Glass Mat SB | AMZ	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	1.5″ block SB | OTH
MISTI Corners SBC | AMZ	Ink Off {stamp cleaner} USC | AMZ